ARIIX Omega-Q

Our assessment

The evidence shows that the main active ingredient in ARIIX Omega-Q is calcium. For most adults, calcium is essential for bone health, but the data does not provide a specific dosage for this product [NIH ODS]. Our assessment is that you should approach this supplement with caution, as the benefits depend entirely on your current dietary intake and health status.

How it works

Calcium works as a master regulator for your body's structural and signaling systems. It supports bone mineralization, helping to build and maintain strong bones and teeth. It also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, ensuring your muscles relax properly and your nerves send signals effectively [NIH ODS].

Safety profile

The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may 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] [FDA data]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

Our recommendation is to check your current calcium intake from food and other supplements before taking this product. Because calcium competes with other medications for absorption, take this supplement at a different time than any prescription drugs you use. Data not available on the exact calcium dosage in ARIIX Omega-Q, so consult your pharmacist or doctor to see if this product is right for you [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