BIOVEA Zinc 15 mg
Brand: BIOVEA · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while BIOVEA Zinc 15 mg is your product, the data provided is for calcium, not zinc. This is a critical mismatch. For calcium specifically, our assessment is that it is essential for bone health, but the safety profile carries significant risks that you must understand before supplementing [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block and a cellular messenger. It supports bone density through mineralization and helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly after they fire [NIH ODS]. Without adequate calcium, your body will leach it from your bones to support these vital functions.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Symptoms of excess include 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 [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available for BIOVEA Zinc 15 mg specifically. For calcium, our recommendation is to prioritize food sources first. If you supplement, take calcium with food and separate it from the medications listed above by at least two hours. Do not exceed the recommended intake without a healthcare provider’s guidance due to the serious cardiovascular risks [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | BIOVEA |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
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