The Vitamin Shoppe Fish Oil Smoothie Lemon
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165]
Our assessment
Our assessment: The Vitamin Shoppe Fish Oil Smoothie Lemon is a supplement providing omega-3 fatty acids, but the specific data provided focuses on its calcium content. The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health and muscle function, but you need to be careful with dosing. The RDA for most adults is 1,000–1,200 mg daily from all sources [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a key player in nerve signaling. It supports bone mineralization and density, helps your muscles relax after contraction, and ensures proper nerve transmission throughout your body [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product. However, for calcium in general: high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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 need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements [FDA data].
Our recommendation
We recommend you do not exceed 2,000–2,500 mg of total calcium daily from food and supplements combined. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin — so take calcium supplements at a separate time from these drugs [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 16.0 fl. Oz. 473.0 mL |
| 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