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Ingredients (3)
Calcium
100%Dose
333 mg
Target
200–600 mg
Form
Standard
Magnesium
100%Dose
167 mg
Target
100–400 mg
Form
Standard
Zinc
100%Dose
17 mg
Target
15–30 mg
Form
Standard
Other Ingredients (6)
MaltodextrinBinder
Spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar (glycemic index 85–105). Research links it to gut bacteria changes that may promote intestinal inflammation (Nickerson et al. 2015). Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.
Coating (unspecified)Coating
Generic tablet coating declaration where the label does not itemize the coating's components; modern aqueous film coatings are typically cellulose-based (HPMC) with a plasticizer
Magnesium StearateLubricant
A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
Croscarmellose SodiumDisintegrant
Cross-linked cellulose derivative used as a superdisintegrant
GlycerinHumectant
Sweet-tasting liquid used in soft capsules and liquids
How to Take It
Best taken in the evening
The Magnesium in it is what pulls this toward the evening. Take it with food — the zinc in it is what makes this kind of product feel nauseating on an empty stomach.
On the label
1–3 caplets daily with meals, a few hours before or after taking other medications, or as directed by a physician
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
Price Check
C$13.49≈ $9.85
Cheaper than 88% of 660 calcium supplements
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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.