BIOVEA Vitamin B12 1000 mcg with Folic Acid
Brand: BIOVEA · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is essential for your bone health and nerve function, but the data does not support using a B12 and folic acid supplement as a source of calcium. This product contains Vitamin B12 and folic acid, not calcium. For your specific supplement, data on calcium is not available, as the product's ingredients do not include it.
How it works
When considering calcium as a separate supplement, it acts as a master regulator for your body. It supports bone mineralization by helping deposit minerals into your bone tissue, and it aids neuromuscular relaxation by supporting muscle and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For your specific product, data on how it works is not available.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in 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]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. For your specific product, side effect data is not available.
Our recommendation
Our assessment is that this BIOVEA Vitamin B12 1000 mcg with Folic Acid supplement is not a source of calcium. If you are seeking calcium, choose a dedicated calcium supplement and follow the RDA. Always take calcium supplements separately from the medications listed above to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS]. For your specific product, data not available for a final recommendation.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | BIOVEA |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 mL 2.0 fl. Oz. |
| 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