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Calcium 500 + D3

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Calcium 500 mg
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Score82
A practical calcium-and-D3 tablet with a well-sized serving, though the oyster-derived calcium compound is not fully specified.
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Quantity:90 Tablet(s) • (90 servings)
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Bone Health

Score 82

A practical calcium-and-D3 tablet with a well-sized serving, though the oyster-derived calcium compound is not fully specified.
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400 servings Calcium 500 mg • 400 Tablet(s) • 400 servings $10.99 ($0.02 per serving) 600mg • 75 Tablet(s) servings Calcium 600 mg • 75 Tablet(s) • 75 servings $4.99 ($0.06 per serving) 1000mg • 90 Tablet(s) servings Calcium 1000 mg • 90 Tablet(s) • 90 servings $6.21 ($0.06 per serving)
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Analysis

The 500 mg calcium amount fits efficient single-dose use better than very large servings. Vitamin D3 adds relevant absorption and mineral-regulation support.

The label identifies an oyster-shell source but does not name a specific calcium compound. That limits comparison with well-characterized citrate or carbonate products, even though the elemental amount is clear.

The one-tablet design is practical for filling a moderate dietary gap. Magnesium, vitamin K, and collagen-matrix support are absent, so the formula is not a complete bone blend.

Who is it for
  • Adults needing a moderate calcium supplement
  • Users seeking calcium with vitamin D3
  • People who prefer one tablet per serving
Best for
  • Bone mineral support
  • Filling a dietary calcium gap
  • Calcium absorption support

Pros

  • Efficient 500 mg calcium serving
  • Includes vitamin D3
  • Simple focused formula
  • Clear elemental amount

Cons

  • Exact calcium compound is not named
  • Does not include magnesium
  • No vitamin K
  • No collagen-matrix support

Warnings

  • Calcium can interfere with levothyroxine, bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and quinolone antibiotics; separate doses as directed by a clinician or pharmacist.
  • People with high blood calcium or recurrent calcium-containing kidney stones should review total calcium intake before use.

Nutrient quality

85 Highest impact

Oyster-shell calcium is a basic source with less predictable quality than clearly identified citrate. The 500 mg elemental calcium amount is meaningful for supplementation.

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Ingredient transparency

81 Highest impact

Active ingredients generally have stated amounts and no proprietary blend hides the doses. Missing other ingredients and complete intake directions leave important label details unresolved.

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Customer satisfaction

67 High impact

The supplied average rating is strong and the rating volume provides a useful aggregate signal. No comment-level evidence is provided to assess recurring complaints or confirm how experience matches the intended purpose.

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Value for money

94 Highest impact

The active amount and formula quality support favorable serving value. The supplied formula is not inflated by obvious low-value extras.

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Goals

Bone Health
Bone Health
Impact
Highest effect
A+ Goal FitB+ Strength of SupportB CoverageA+ Formula Quality
Calcium · 500 mgVitamin D · 15 mcg

Calcium at 500 mg provides structural material, while vitamin D3 supports its absorption. The pairing is strongly supported for bone maintenance when dietary intake or vitamin D status is inadequate.

oyster-shell calcium is clearly disclosed, and the 15 mcg vitamin D3 amount provides useful cofactor support. Vitamin K and protein-matrix support are not included, so pathway coverage remains limited.

Study evidence
Calcium Supportive 144 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 202 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
 15 mcg
Calcium (Oyster Shell)
 500 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
Report overview
Calcium (Oyster Shell) · 500 mg OverallScore86
C+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Oyster-shell calcium is a basic mineral source rather than a premium absorbed form. The serving amount is well aligned with efficient uptake, and the calcium quantity is clear. Very low cost is a notable advantage.

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88 Performance

Calcium Hydroxyapatite Caps

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<p>Hydroxyapatite supplies a practical calcium amount with naturally paired phosphorus and clear dosing. The identified calcium source improves form clarity compared with the original, although the remaining label details are still limited.</p>
85 Performance

Cal/Mag 500 mg/250 mg

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<p>Chelated calcium and magnesium provide a balanced mineral formula with strong form quality. The identified calcium source improves form clarity compared with the original, although the remaining label details are still limited.</p>
82 Performance

Ultra BoneUp

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<p>Calcium, vitamin D3, magnesium, MK-7, silicon, boron, and cartilage collagen cover several bone pathways. The identified calcium source improves form clarity compared with the original, although the remaining label details are still limited. Magnesium oxide is a weakness, and vitamin K2 needs caution with warfarin-type medicines.</p>
84 Budget

600 Calcium Supplement

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<p>A straightforward 600 mg calcium carbonate tablet provides a focused serving without unrelated actives. It lowers routine cost while maintaining direct calcium support, although carbonate still works best with food.</p>
85 Budget

Calcium Carbonate

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<p>A pure calcium carbonate powder supplies a substantial dose with simple active disclosure. It lowers routine cost while maintaining direct calcium support, although carbonate still works best with food.</p>
84 Budget

Calcium 600 with Vitamin D3

Nature's Bounty
<p>Calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 provide a direct bone-support pairing in a focused formula. It lowers routine cost while maintaining direct calcium support, although carbonate still works best with food.</p>
88 Value

Calcium Citrate Pure Powder

NOW
<p>Calcium citrate powder provides a substantial, well-absorbed dose with flexible use and strong serving value. The identified calcium source improves form clarity compared with the original, although the remaining label details are still limited. It does not include vitamin D, vitamin K, or magnesium.</p>
82 Value

Calcium Citrate

Nature's Way
<p>Citrate and malate improve absorption flexibility within a practical mixed-calcium serving at strong value. The identified calcium source improves form clarity compared with the original, although the remaining label details are still limited.</p>
85 Value

600+D3

21st Century
<p>A reasonably sized calcium carbonate serving with vitamin D3 provides focused bone support at very low routine cost. The identified calcium source improves form clarity compared with the original, although the remaining label details are still limited. Calcium should be separated from levothyroxine and tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics.</p>
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. What is the impact of daily oral supplementation of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) plus calcium on the incidence of hip fracture in older people? A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Manoj P; Derwin R; George S · International journal of older people nursing · 2023
    Meta-analysis12,620 participants7 studies pooledBone Health forCalcium
  2. Calcium supplementation prevents seasonal bone loss and changes in biochemical markers of bone turnover in elderly New England women: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
    Storm D; Eslin R; Porter ES; Musgrave K; Vereault D; Patton C; Kessenich C; Mohan S; Chen T; Holick MF; Rosen CJ · The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism · 1998
    Randomized trial60 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  3. The effects of calcium supplementation (milk powder or tablets) and exercise on bone density in postmenopausal women.
    Prince R; Devine A; Dick I; Criddle A; Kerr D; Kent N; Price R; Randell A · Journal of bone and mineral research : the official journal of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research · 1995
    Randomized trial168 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  4. The efficacy of calcium supplementation alone in elderly Thai women over a 2-year period: a randomized controlled trial.
    Rajatanavin R; Chailurkit L; Saetung S; Thakkinstian A; Nimitphong H · Osteoporosis international : a journal established as result of cooperation between the European Foundation for Osteoporosis and the National Osteoporosis Foundation of the USA · 2014
    Randomized trial404 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  5. Calcium-enriched foods and bone mass growth in prepubertal girls: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Bonjour JP; Carrie AL; Ferrari S; Clavien H; Slosman D; Theintz G; Rizzoli R · The Journal of clinical investigation · 1997
    Randomized trial149 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  6. Pregnancy vitamin D supplementation and offspring bone mineral density in childhood follow-up of a randomized controlled trial.
    Moon RJ; D' Angelo S; Curtis EM; Ward KA; Crozier SR; Schoenmakers I; Javaid MK; Bishop NJ; Godfrey KM; Cooper C; Harvey NC; MAVIDOS Trial Group · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2024
    Randomized trial454 participantsBone Health forVitamin D
  7. Vitamin D analogs and bone: preclinical and clinical studies with eldecalcitol.
    Matsumoto T; Takano T; Saito H; Takahashi F · BoneKEy reports · 2014
    Narrative reviewBone Health forVitamin D
  8. Efficacy of vitamin D fortified foods on bone mineral density and serum bone biomarkers: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies.
    Tangestani H; Djafarian K; Emamat H; Arabzadegan N; Shab-Bidar S · Critical reviews in food science and nutrition · 2020
    Meta-analysis1,786 participants20 studies pooledBone Health forVitamin D
  9. Cholecalciferol Supplementation Attenuates Bone Loss in Incident Kidney Transplant Recipients: A Prespecified Secondary Endpoint Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial.
    Tsujita M; Doi Y; Obi Y; Hamano T; Tomosugi T; Futamura K; Okada M; Hiramitsu T; Goto N; Isaka Y; Takeda A; Narumi S; Watarai Y · Journal of bone and mineral research : the official journal of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research · 2022
    Randomized trial193 participantsBone Health forVitamin D
  10. Vitamin D supplementation and bone health in post-menopausal women: a 24-month randomized controlled intervention with enhanced bioavailability formulations.
    Rasool N; Munir Y · European journal of clinical nutrition · 2026
    Randomized trial612 participantsBone Health forVitamin D