Renew Life Norwegian Gold Daily Omega Natural Orange Flavor

Our assessment

The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health and nerve function [NIH ODS]. For a general audience, we find that supplementing with calcium can be beneficial if your dietary intake is low, but it is not necessary for everyone. You should evaluate your daily calcium intake from food before adding this supplement.

How it works

Think of calcium as a structural builder for your bones and a signal messenger for your nerves. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS]. This makes it a key player in maintaining skeletal strength and normal neuromuscular function.

Safety profile

The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for this product category [FDA data]. Specific risks include that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Very high levels in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

We recommend that you do not exceed 2,500 mg of total calcium per day (from food and supplements combined) unless directed by your doctor [NIH ODS]. If you take any of the medications listed above, take your calcium supplement at least two hours apart from them [NIH ODS]. Data on the specific dose in this product is not available, so check the label carefully and start low if you decide to use it. For most people, getting calcium from food is safer than from supplements.

Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:

• 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