Bronson Laboratories Vitamin & Mineral Insurance Formula
Brand: Bronson Laboratories · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Bronson Laboratories Vitamin & Mineral Insurance Formula provides calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. Our assessment is that this product can help you meet your calcium needs, but you must be mindful of your total daily intake from all sources, including food and other supplements [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it is also critical for neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Without adequate calcium, your body will leach it from your bones, which can weaken them over time.
Safety profile
The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports for products in this category. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels in your blood 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you calculate your total daily calcium intake from food and supplements to stay within safe limits. Take this product with food to improve absorption, and separate it from any of the listed medications by at least two hours [NIH ODS]. If you have a history of kidney stones, heart disease, or prostate cancer, consult your doctor before use. Data not available on the exact calcium dose per serving in this specific product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Bronson Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(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