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Children's Liquid Calcium with Magnesium Orange

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(7811 ratings)
Calcium 216 mg
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Score81
A child-friendly citrate mineral liquid with useful magnesium, vitamin D3, and zinc. It offers broad support, but caregivers need to follow age-specific volumes and verify totals on the label.
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Liquid
Quantity:16 Fluid Ounce(s) • (47 servings)
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Score 81

A child-friendly citrate mineral liquid with useful magnesium, vitamin D3, and zinc. It offers broad support, but caregivers need to follow age-specific volumes and verify totals on the label.
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$14.96($0.31 per serving)
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Analysis

The liquid provides 216 mg of calcium from a citrate complex alongside magnesium, vitamin D3, and zinc. Citrate-based minerals offer good absorption potential, and the supporting nutrients make the formula broader than calcium alone.

The orange flavor contributes 2 g of carbohydrate per listed serving. Repeated vitamin D and magnesium entries appear to describe forms rather than extra amounts, so caregivers should rely on the package's age-specific panel for the final totals.

A liquid can simplify use for children who cannot chew or swallow tablets. The correct volume changes with age, making careful measurement and consideration of dietary mineral intake essential.

Who is it for
  • Children who need a liquid mineral supplement
  • Families seeking calcium with magnesium and vitamin D3
  • Caregivers comfortable measuring age-specific servings
Best for
  • Children who cannot take tablets
  • Broad mineral support in a liquid
  • Age-adjusted calcium supplementation

Pros

  • Uses citrate-based calcium and magnesium
  • Includes vitamin D3 and zinc
  • Liquid format allows age-adjusted dosing

Cons

  • Contains 2 g of carbohydrate per listed serving
  • Repeated ingredient entries may confuse total amounts
  • Requires careful volume measurement

Warnings

  • Use only the package's age-specific volume and include calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, and zinc from food and other supplements when calculating a child's total intake.

Nutrient quality

91 Highest impact

Favorable citrate forms and a coherent mineral combination support child-focused use. The supporting nutrients are modest and the flavored liquid adds some carbohydrate.

Ingredient transparency

72 High impact

All listed active amounts are disclosed without a hidden blend. Missing age-specific directions, inactive ingredients, and complex duplicate source entries reduce clarity.

Customer satisfaction

74 High impact

The aggregate rating is exceptional and supported by a very large evidence base. Specific experience details are unavailable, leaving complaint patterns and purpose fit uncertain.

Value for money

89 Highest impact

Useful forms and a coherent multi-mineral profile support strong value. The flavored format and label complexity modestly reduce the advantage.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s)
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol, Vitamin D3)
 3.4 mcg
Calcium (Calcium Magnesium Citrate Pentahydrate)
 216 mg
Magnesium (Calcium Magnesium Citrate Pentahydrate, Trimagnesium Citrate)
 76 mg
Zinc (Zinc Citrate)
 1.4 mg
Gluten Free Dairy Free All Children Infants 0–1
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Calcium (Calcium Magnesium Citrate Pentahydrate) · 216 mg OverallScore77
A- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value

Citrate-based calcium provides a well-absorbed form, and the stated amount is a modest fit for age-adjusted use. Vitamin D3, magnesium, and zinc broaden the mineral support, while the flavored liquid carries a small carbohydrate load. Caregivers should follow the age-specific volume directions because the label presents several serving sizes and mineral intake changes with the amount given.

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