MyTrition Women Active Vitamin D3
Brand: MyTrition · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, which is a mineral essential for bone health. However, our assessment is that you should be cautious with calcium supplementation. High calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. You should only consider this supplement if your dietary calcium intake is inadequate.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder and a nerve communicator. It supports bone density and mineral deposition through a process called bone mineralization. It also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend that you get your calcium from food sources first. If you do supplement, take it with food and separate it from your thyroid medication or antibiotics by at least two hours [NIH ODS]. Do not exceed the recommended dose without consulting your doctor, as high intakes carry significant risks [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | MyTrition |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 0.0 Not Present |
| 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