Nature's Bounty Super Strength Melatonin 5 mg
Brand: Nature's Bounty · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a crucial mineral for your health, but supplementing with it carries specific risks that you must consider. Nature's Bounty Super Strength Melatonin 5 mg does not contain calcium, so the safety and interaction data below apply to calcium supplements in general, not to this specific product.
How it works
Think of calcium as a builder and a messenger. It is essential for bone mineralization, helping deposit minerals into your skeleton to maintain bone density [NIH ODS]. It also supports neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
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 [NIH ODS]. Very 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].
Our recommendation
Based on the data, do not exceed the recommended dietary allowance for calcium without medical supervision. Be aware that calcium supplements can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. For the specific product Nature's Bounty Super Strength Melatonin 5 mg, data on calcium content is not available.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Bounty |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Softgel(s) |
| Market Status | On 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