Buried Treasure Calcium Plus French Vanilla

Our assessment

The evidence shows that calcium is a foundational mineral for bone health, but you need to be careful with dosing. Our assessment is that while calcium supports strong bones, taking too much can pose real risks. Data on the specific "Buried Treasure Calcium Plus French Vanilla" product is limited, but we can evaluate the ingredient itself [NIH ODS].

How it works

Think of calcium as the building block for your skeleton. It works through bone mineralization, helping your body deposit minerals to maintain bone density. It also supports neuromuscular relaxation, which means it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].

Safety profile

FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all products, though specific numbers for this product are not available. High calcium intake can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and frequent need to urinate. More serious risks include abnormal heart rhythms, poor kidney function, and a high risk of death from heart disease. Some research also suggests a possible link to heart disease and prostate cancer [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

Start by getting calcium from food first. If you need a supplement, choose a dose that fits your total daily intake—most adults need 1,000 to 1,200 mg total per day. Take calcium with food and separate it from other medications by at least 2 hours. Data not available on the exact dose per serving for this product, so check the label carefully. Always consult your doctor before starting, especially if you have kidney issues or take other medications [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