SmartyPants Kids Complete + Fiber
Brand: SmartyPants · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that SmartyPants Kids Complete + Fiber is a dietary supplement, and calcium is a key mineral in its formulation. Our assessment is that while calcium is essential for your child's growth, you need to be careful about total daily intake from all sources, as high levels can pose risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your child's body. It supports bone density through a process called bone mineralization, and it plays a vital role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available on the specific dose of calcium in this product's label. Our recommendation is to check the label for the exact amount of calcium per serving. Compare this to your child's total daily intake from food and other supplements to avoid exceeding safe levels. If your child takes any of the medications listed, separate dosing times by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | SmartyPants |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 DELICIOUS GUMMY(IES) |
| 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