Nature's Bounty Dual Spectrum Melatonin 5 mg
Brand: Nature's Bounty · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for your bone health, but the Nature's Bounty Dual Spectrum Melatonin 5 mg product you asked about does not contain calcium. Data for this specific product’s ingredients is not available in the provided information. For general guidance on calcium, our assessment is that you should be careful about high intakes, as some research suggests they might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block — it supports bone density and mineral deposition through a process called bone mineralization. It also works as a neuromuscular relaxant, helping your muscles relax and supporting nerve signaling throughout your body [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all supplements. For calcium specifically, high levels in your 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] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Since data for the Nature's Bounty Dual Spectrum Melatonin 5 mg product is not available, I cannot recommend it based on the provided information. For calcium, do not exceed the recommended dietary allowance without medical supervision, and always separate calcium supplements from the medications listed above by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Bounty |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Bilayer Tablet(s) |
| 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