MyTrition Women 50+ Vitamin K2

Our assessment

The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. For women over 50, maintaining bone density is a key concern, and calcium plays a central role in bone mineralization [NIH ODS]. However, the data also highlights important safety considerations you need to know before supplementing.

How it works

Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, which is critical as you age. Calcium also supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling throughout your body [NIH ODS].

Safety profile

Data not available for this specific product. However, the FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, some research suggests that high 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 dietary calcium intake from food before adding a supplement. The data does not provide a specific dosage for this product. You should discuss calcium supplementation with your healthcare provider, especially if you take any medications listed above. If you choose to supplement, do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level without medical supervision [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