Allergy Research Group Calcium Pyruvate
Brand: Allergy Research Group · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is essential for your bone health, but the specific product, Allergy Research Group Calcium Pyruvate, does not have sufficient data for us to evaluate its effectiveness or safety as a combined formula. For the calcium ingredient itself, the data confirms it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular function [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton and a key player in nerve signaling. It helps your body deposit minerals into bone tissue and supports muscle relaxation after contraction [NIH ODS]. This makes it critical for maintaining strong bones and proper nerve function.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific counts for this product are not available. For calcium alone, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels of calcium can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you prioritize getting calcium from food sources first, as the safety profile of high-dose supplements carries real risks. If you choose to supplement, do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level without medical supervision. Always take calcium supplements separately from the medications listed above by at least two hours [NIH ODS]. Data on the specific pyruvate form in this product is not available, so we cannot recommend it over standard calcium supplements.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Allergy Research Group |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
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- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide