Fiber Choice Fruity Bites 100% Natural Fiber
Brand: Fiber Choice · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
Our assessment: Fiber Choice Fruity Bites contains calcium as an ingredient. The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health, but the data on supplementation has important nuances. For most adults, the primary goal should be meeting the recommended dietary allowance through diet, with supplements used to fill specific gaps [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a crucial role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Without enough calcium, your body will leach it from your bones to support other vital functions.
Safety profile
FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels in the blood can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and poor kidney function [NIH ODS] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
If you choose this product, be mindful of your total calcium intake from all sources — food and supplements combined. Data not available on the exact calcium content per serving of this specific product. For safety, take calcium supplements at least two hours apart from any medications listed above. Always check the label for the exact dose per serving [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Fiber Choice |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 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