America's Finest, Inc. LactoSpore Probiotic

Our assessment

The evidence shows that LactoSpore Probiotic is a product containing calcium, based on the available data. Our assessment is that while calcium is essential for health, the specific benefits of this probiotic formulation for you depend on its live bacterial content, for which data is not provided in this report. The primary data we have concerns the calcium ingredient, not the probiotic itself [NIH ODS].

How it works

Think of calcium as a master regulator for your bones and muscles. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. For the probiotic component of this product, specific mechanism data is not available in the provided information.

Safety profile

FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available. Regarding the calcium in this product, safety data notes that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

We recommend you consult with your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, especially if you take any of the medications listed above. Data on the specific probiotic strains and their benefits is not available in this report, so we cannot make a recommendation based on the probiotic content. If you are taking this for calcium, be aware of the potential risks with high intakes and medication interactions [NIH ODS].

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