American Muscle Sports Nutrition Banish

Our assessment

The evidence shows that Banish by American Muscle Sports Nutrition contains calcium as its listed ingredient. While calcium is essential for bone health, the data does not support any unique or proprietary benefits for this specific product. Our assessment is that this is a standard calcium supplement, and you should evaluate it based on the well-documented properties of calcium itself [NIH ODS].

How it works

Calcium serves as a master regulator for your body. It supports bone mineralization to maintain bone density and is critical for neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. You need adequate calcium daily to support these core functions.

Safety profile

Data not available for Banish specifically. However, for calcium supplements in general, some research suggests high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High calcium levels 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]. The FDA has received a total of 592059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available [FDA data]. Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

Get your calcium from food first — dairy, leafy greens, and fortified foods are excellent sources. If you choose to supplement, discuss the appropriate dose with your healthcare provider, as needs vary by age and health status. Be aware of potential medication interactions, and take calcium at a separate time from the medications listed above. No specific studies on this product are available from the provided data [NIH ODS].

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