Alta Health Products Magnesium Chloride
Brand: Alta Health Products · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product is a magnesium chloride supplement, but the data provided does not include specific details on magnesium levels or dosing. Based on the information available, we can only comment on the calcium content listed in the NIH ODS data. For bone and nerve health, calcium plays a key role, but you should be aware that the data here is limited for this specific product [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a critical building block — it supports bone mineralization and helps with neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it aids both your skeletal structure and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Without specific magnesium data for this product, we cannot detail how the magnesium chloride component functions. Data not available for magnesium mechanism from this supplement.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Symptoms of excessive calcium include poor muscle tone, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our assessment is that you should not take this product without consulting your doctor first, especially since the label data is missing. Given the potential for calcium interactions and side effects, start by reviewing your total calcium intake from all sources. Data not available for specific dosing of this magnesium chloride product [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Alta Health Products |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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