Schiff Digestive Advantage Probiotic Gummies
Brand: Schiff · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Schiff Digestive Advantage Probiotic Gummies contain calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. However, the specific probiotic strains and their dosages are not detailed in the data provided. For calcium, the data confirms it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Without specific probiotic data, we cannot assess the full digestive benefits of this product.
How it works
Think of calcium as a key structural component — it helps build and maintain strong bones by supporting bone density and mineral deposition. It also plays a role in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling, helping your body function smoothly [NIH ODS]. For probiotics, data on how the specific strains in this gummy work is not available.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Side effect report counts specific to this product are not available.
Our recommendation
Start by checking the product label for the exact calcium dosage and probiotic strains. If you take any medications, separate calcium intake by at least two hours to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS]. For bone health, adults typically need 1,000 to 1,200 mg of total calcium daily from food and supplements combined. Data on the specific health benefits of the probiotic strains in this gummy is not available, so we cannot recommend this product for digestive health based on the provided information.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Schiff |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Gummie(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