Life Extension Melatonin 3 mg
Brand: Life Extension · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for bone health, but the data provided does not confirm that this product, Life Extension Melatonin 3 mg, contains calcium. The data for the product is for melatonin, not calcium. Therefore, we cannot assess this specific product's effectiveness or safety based on the calcium data provided. Our assessment is that the data provided does not match the product in question. Data not available for this product’s ingredient profile.
How it works
If this product contained calcium, it would support bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation by aiding in bone density and mineral deposition, as well as muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. However, since the product label is for melatonin 3 mg, this mechanism does not apply. Data not available for the actual ingredient in this product.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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]. Because this product is melatonin, not calcium, these side effects do not apply. Data not available for melatonin side effects from the provided data.
Our recommendation
We recommend you verify the product label. The data provided is for calcium, but the product is Life Extension Melatonin 3 mg. Without specific data for melatonin, we cannot make a recommendation. Do not rely on the calcium data provided here for this product. Data not available for this specific product’s ingredients or effects.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Life Extension |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Vegetarian Capsule(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