Bing Beverage Company Petey's Bing
Brand: Bing Beverage Company · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the primary active ingredient in Petey's Bing is Calcium. Our assessment is that calcium is a foundational mineral for bone health, but it requires careful dosing and awareness of potential risks. You should not assume that more is better, as high intakes carry specific dangers [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton and a key regulator for your nervous system. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also aids in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for Petey's Bing specific reports. However, the FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, and extreme tiredness. More serious risks include poor kidney function, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [FDA data] [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by assessing your total calcium intake from food before adding a supplement. Do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level without medical supervision. If you take any prescription medications, separate your calcium dose by at least two hours to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Bing Beverage Company |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 12.0 fl. Oz. 355.0 mL |
| 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