CORALadvantage Marine Coral Calcium Complex
Brand: CORALadvantage · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product provides calcium, a mineral essential for bone health and nerve function. However, the data contains important warnings about high calcium intake that you need to consider [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium supports bone mineralization — it helps deposit minerals into your bone structure to maintain density. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax after contraction and supporting proper nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium in the blood and urine 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] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin. You should talk to your doctor before starting this supplement, especially if you take any of these medications. Data on the specific benefits of marine coral calcium versus standard calcium sources is not available [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | CORALadvantage |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 Vegetarian Capsules |
| 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