Dr. Theo's Official Advanced Premium Omega-3
Brand: Dr. Theo's Official · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for bone health, but you need to be careful with dosing. The data confirms it supports bone density and muscle relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, our assessment is that you should only supplement if you know your dietary intake is low, because high intakes carry real risks.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton and a messenger for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone mineralization and helps your muscles relax after contracting [NIH ODS]. Without enough calcium, your body will pull it from your bones, which can weaken them over time.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects at high levels include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Also, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Get your calcium from food first — dairy, leafy greens, and fortified foods are excellent sources. If you need a supplement, take no more than 500 mg at a time for better absorption, and always separate it from your thyroid medication or antibiotics by at least 4 hours [NIH ODS]. Do not exceed the Tolerable Upper Intake Level without your doctor's guidance.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Dr. Theo's Official |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Lemon Flavored Softgel(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