Country Life Dolphin Pals Multivitamin & Mineral
Brand: Country Life · Form: GUMMY [E0176] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Country Life Dolphin Pals Multivitamin & Mineral is a supplement designed to provide foundational nutrients, including calcium. For you, it is important to understand how this specific mineral fits into your overall health picture, as the data on calcium requires careful consideration.
How it works
Think of calcium as a key structural component for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it is also essential for neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This means it helps keep your bones strong and your muscles functioning properly.
Safety profile
Data not available for specific adverse events for this product. However, the FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all dietary supplements [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels 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 the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our assessment: Because this is a multivitamin, you are getting a baseline amount of calcium. Do not add extra calcium supplements without talking to your doctor, as excessive intake carries real risks [NIH ODS]. If you take any of the medications listed, take this multivitamin at a different time of day to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Country Life |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Sour Gummy Dolphin(s) |
| 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