Red Yeast Rice 1200 mg
NOW
Score 25
An organic Red Yeast Rice supplement containing an insignificant amount of calcium carbonate, therefore ineffective for bone and nail health goals.
Score 25
An organic Red Yeast Rice supplement containing an insignificant amount of calcium carbonate, therefore ineffective for bone and nail health goals.
Analysis
NOW's Red Yeast Rice 1200 mg (organic version) focuses on delivering 1.2 grams of organic Red Yeast Rice powder per serving. The small amount of calcium carbonate (150 mg) included is too low to provide any significant benefit for bone or nail health, which are the listed goals for this product.
This supplement is clearly intended for individuals interested in the benefits of organic Red Yeast Rice. For those specifically targeting bone or nail health, this product is fundamentally misaligned and would not serve as an effective calcium source.
Pros
- Contains a high dose of organic Red Yeast Rice (1.2 grams).
- Part of the reputable NOW brand.
- Provides an organic ingredient option.
Cons
- Extremely low calcium content (150 mg) provides no meaningful support for bone/nail health.
- Primary ingredient (organic Red Yeast Rice) is unrelated to bone or nail health.
- Calcium carbonate may have absorption limitations for some.
- Ineffective as a dedicated calcium supplement.
Warnings
- Do not rely on this product as a source of calcium for bone or nail health.
- Red Yeast Rice can interact with certain medications; consult a healthcare professional before use.
- Pregnant or nursing individuals should not use Red Yeast Rice products.
$14.69($0.24 per serving)
 Vitacost | $ 14.69 | |
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| iHerb | $ 15.91 |
Goals
Impact
Limited evidence
The calcium dosage is far too low to be effective for bone health, and the primary ingredient, organic Red Yeast Rice, is not intended for skeletal support.
Impact
Limited evidence
With only 150 mg of calcium and a focus on an unrelated primary ingredient, this product offers no substantial support for nail health.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
Total Carbohydrates | 1 Gram(s) |
Calcium | 150 mg |
organic Red Yeast Rice powder | 1.2 Gram(s) |
Calcium 10
This product's calcium content is minimal and overshadowed by the main organic Red Yeast Rice ingredient. It does not function as a proper calcium supplement within the collection.
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