Rainbow Light Counter Attack Daytime Drink Mix Elder-Citrus Flavored
Brand: Rainbow Light · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: Rainbow Light Counter Attack Daytime Drink Mix provides 1,000 mg of calcium per serving, which is a significant amount. For most adults, the RDA for calcium is between 1,000 and 1,200 mg daily, so this single serving covers a large portion of your needs [NIH ODS]. However, we must be honest about the risks: some research suggests that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. You should only use this product if your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements stays within safe limits.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton and a signaling molecule for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS]. This drink mix is designed for daytime use, likely to support energy and immune function, though the specific mechanism for the "counter attack" claim is not detailed in the provided data.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all products, though the specific number for this drink mix is not available. The known risks from high calcium intake include high levels of calcium in the blood and urine, which 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]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Before starting this supplement, calculate your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements. If you already consume dairy, fortified foods, or other calcium supplements, this product may push you over the safe upper limit. Take it at least two hours apart from any medications listed in the interactions above [NIH ODS]. Start with one serving and monitor for any digestive discomfort. If you have a history of kidney stones, heart disease, or prostate cancer, consult your doctor before use [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Rainbow Light |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 38.0 Gram(s) 1.34 Oz(s) 10.0 Packet(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