Peggy's Body Science Mineral Complex

Our assessment

The evidence shows that Peggy's Body Science Mineral Complex contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. However, you need to be aware of the specific risks and interactions associated with calcium supplementation. Our assessment is that this product may be beneficial for supporting bone density, but you must consider your overall calcium intake from diet and other supplements to avoid exceeding safe levels [NIH ODS].

How it works

Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].

Safety profile

Data not available for this specific product. However, for calcium as an ingredient, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels of calcium can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for all dietary supplements, but individual report counts for this product are not available [FDA data].

Our recommendation

Start by reviewing your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements. Calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you take any of these, separate your supplement from your medication by at least 2 hours. Consult your healthcare provider before starting this product, especially if you have a history of kidney stones, heart disease, or take any prescription medications [NIH ODS].

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