Nordic Naturals Nordic Flora Probiotic Women
Brand: Nordic Naturals · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health, but our assessment is that you should be cautious. While calcium supports bone mineralization and nerve signaling [NIH ODS], the FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports for this product category [FDA data]. We recommend you evaluate your dietary calcium intake before adding this supplement.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a signaling molecule for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it promotes neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This means it helps keep your skeleton strong while also allowing your muscles to relax after contracting.
Safety profile
Data not available for specific side effect counts for this product. However, general data shows that high calcium 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 several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by reviewing your total calcium intake from food and other supplements. If you take this product, take it separately from any medications listed in the interactions. The data does not provide a specific daily dose for this product, so we recommend speaking with your healthcare provider to determine if this supplement is right for you [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nordic Naturals |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Capsule(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