Adult's Dental Care Probiotic Lozenges Natural Peppermint Flavor
NaturesPlus
Score 60
A specialized dental probiotic lozenge with 300mg of well-absorbed calcium and Vitamin D3, but its high price and oral health focus make it a less practical primary calcium supplement for general bone and nail health.
Score 60
A specialized dental probiotic lozenge with 300mg of well-absorbed calcium and Vitamin D3, but its high price and oral health focus make it a less practical primary calcium supplement for general bone and nail health.
Analysis
NaturesPlus Adult's Dental Care Lozenges are specifically formulated for oral health, featuring probiotics like L. acidophilus and S. salivarius M-18, alongside CoQ10. It also provides 300mg of elemental calcium as calcium amino acid chelate, a well-absorbed form, and 20mcg (800 IU) of Vitamin D3.
While it contains calcium and D3, its primary purpose is dental hygiene and oral microbiome support, making it an expensive and indirect way to meet general bone and nail calcium needs. It could be a convenient multi-benefit product for those prioritizing oral health with some incidental bone/nail support.
Pros
- Contains highly absorbable calcium amino acid chelate.
- Includes beneficial Vitamin D3 (800 IU) and CoQ10.
- Features oral probiotics (L. acidophilus, S. salivarius M-18) for dental care.
- Convenient lozenge form with pleasant peppermint flavor.
Cons
- High price per serving ($0.85), making it very costly for the calcium dose.
- Elemental calcium dose (300mg) is moderate for comprehensive bone/nail support.
- Its primary function is oral health, which may not align with general calcium goals.
- Only 30 servings per bottle, offering a limited supply.
Warnings
- If your primary goal is calcium supplementation, more economical and higher-dose options are available.
- For best oral health results, follow dental hygiene practices in addition to using this product.
$30.13($1.00 per serving)
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Goals
Impact
Moderate effect
While it contains well-absorbed calcium and Vitamin D3, the dosage is moderate, and the high cost makes it an inefficient primary source for bone health.
Impact
Moderate effect
The calcium content can contribute to nail strength, but the overall product is too specialized and expensive for focused nail health benefits.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
Calories | 5 Calorie(s) |
Total Carbohydrate | 2 Gram(s) |
Vitamin D3 | 20 mcg |
Calcium | 300 mg |
L. acidophilus | 50 mg |
Coenzyme Q-10 | 50 mg |
S. salivarius M-18 | 20 mg |
Calcium 60
Offers calcium in a bioavailable amino acid chelate form along with D3, but its effectiveness as a dedicated calcium supplement is diminished by its primary oral health focus and high cost.
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