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ChildLife Essentials
Essentials, Liquid Calcium with Magnesium, Natural Orange
Liquid · 1 tsp (5 ml); 2 tsp (10 ml); 1 tbsp (15 ml) · 94 servings · $0.19/serving
Every active here is dosed below the amount studied to work. See how each one compares in the breakdown below.
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Ingredients (4)
Vitamin D3
3%Dose
33 IU
Target
1000–5000 IU
Form
Premium
Zinc
5%Dose
0.7 mg
Target
15–30 mg
Form
Standard
Calcium
84 mgTrace amount — not scored
Magnesium
38 mgTrace amount — not scored
Children's product — scores and dose assessments use adult reference ranges. Actual adequacy may differ for children.
Other Ingredients (6)
FructoseSweetener
Added free fructose is metabolized in the liver and at habitual intake is linked to elevated triglycerides, hepatic fat accumulation, and insulin resistance; an avoidable sugar load with no supplement benefit.
Natural FlavorsFlavor
Broad regulatory category of flavor constituents derived from natural sources. Composition is proprietary and not disclosed — 'Natural Flavors' can include several hundred different compounds depending on the target flavor profile, including hexane-extracted constituents and proprietary carrier solvents. 'Natural' is a regulatory definition (21 CFR §101.22), not a safety guarantee.
Potassium SorbatePreservative
Natural preservative derived from sorbic acid
Citric AcidAcidulant
Natural acid derived from citrus fruits
Purified WaterSolvent
Water meeting USP specifications used as solvent/vehicle in gummies and liquids
Xanthan GumThickener
Natural thickener from fermented carbohydrates
How to Take It
Take it anytime
Fat-soluble — take with your largest fat-containing meal. Time of day doesn't matter.
With a meal containing fat
Space it a couple of hours from Iron and Calcium
On the label
Infants 6 - 12 mos: 1 tsp daily
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
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$17.96
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.