TN Trusted Nutrients Essentials Coral Calcium
Brand: TN Trusted Nutrients Essentials · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health, but this product’s specific formulation as a coral calcium supplement does not provide unique benefits over standard calcium sources. You should know that the data does not support the superiority of coral calcium over other forms of calcium for bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a key signaling molecule for your nerves. It supports bone density through mineralization and helps your muscles relax after contraction [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all products. For calcium specifically, safety data warns that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Focus on meeting your calcium needs through food first. If you choose a supplement, standard calcium carbonate or calcium citrate is well-studied and reliable. Be aware that calcium can reduce absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, so take it at a separate time from these drugs [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | TN Trusted Nutrients Essentials |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Capsule(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