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Calcium 500 mg

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Phosphorus 200 mg
Calcium 500 mg
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Score79
A transparent calcium, phosphorus, and D3 gummy with useful maintenance amounts. Gummy carbohydrate and missing cofactors keep it from being a complete bone formula.
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Quantity:100 Gummy(ies) • (50 servings)
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Bone Health

Score 79

A transparent calcium, phosphorus, and D3 gummy with useful maintenance amounts. Gummy carbohydrate and missing cofactors keep it from being a complete bone formula.
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$13.12($0.26 per serving)
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Analysis

Tricalcium phosphate supplies both calcium and phosphorus, while vitamin D3 supports normal calcium absorption and use. The formula is concise, transparent, and directly aligned with basic bone support.

A gummy may improve adherence for people who dislike tablets, but its carbohydrate load adds no nutritional value. Magnesium and vitamin K are not included, and the mineral form offers no special absorption advantage.

It fits adults who prioritize a chewable format and want a moderate calcium serving. People seeking a complete bone formula or lower-carbohydrate delivery should choose a capsule or tablet with additional cofactors.

Who is it for
  • Adults who prefer gummies
  • People seeking moderate calcium plus D3
Best for
  • Chewable bone-mineral support
  • Basic calcium and vitamin D supplementation

Pros

  • Useful calcium amount
  • Includes D3 and phosphorus
  • Simple transparent formula
  • Reasonable serving value

Cons

  • Carbohydrate-heavy format
  • No magnesium or vitamin K
  • Basic tricalcium phosphate form
  • Less nutrient-dense than capsules

Warnings

  • Account for calcium and vitamin D from other supplements before stacking.
  • Calcium may cause constipation and should be separated from thyroid hormone, iron, bisphosphonates, and certain antibiotics.
  • Keep gummies out of children’s reach because they can be mistaken for candy.

Nutrient quality

79 High impact

Vitamin D3 is favorable, while tricalcium phosphate is a more basic mineral form. Calcium and phosphorus are meaningful for supplemental bone support.

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Ingredient transparency

84 Highest impact

Every listed active nutrient has a specific amount. Serving count is available, but complete daily use directions are not supplied.

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Customer satisfaction

72 High impact

The supplied average rating is strong and supported by large rating volume. No specific feedback was supplied to judge repeated complaints or fit with the intended use.

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Value for money

79 High impact

The active formula supports the asking price. Each serving offers favorable value for its mineral dose and convenience.

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Goals

Bone Health
Bone Health
Impact
Highest effect
A+ Goal FitA Strength of SupportA- CoverageA- Formula Quality
Phosphorus · 200 mgCalcium · 500 mgVitamin D · 25 mcg

Calcium and phosphorus provide structural bone minerals, while vitamin D3 supports calcium absorption. The combination covers both mineral supply and transport with meaningful amounts.

Tricalcium phosphate is less favored than calcium citrate but is clearly identified. The gummy format adds carbohydrate, which reduces formulation purity without removing the strong bone fit.

Study evidence
Calcium Supportive 144 studies
Phosphorus Supportive 44 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
25 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrate
6 Gram(s)
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)
 25 mcg
Calcium (Tricalcium Phosphate)
 500 mg
Phosphorus (Tricalcium Phosphate)
 200 mg
Sodium
5 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Phosphorus (Tricalcium Phosphate) · 200 mg OverallScore92
B Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Tricalcium phosphate provides a reliable mineral form at a targeted supplemental amount. Two gummies are easy to take, though the gummy format may add ingredients unrelated to bone support. The low cost per serving supports strong value.

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Calcium (Tricalcium Phosphate) · 500 mg OverallScore70
C+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Tricalcium phosphate reaches an efficient calcium amount but is less absorbable than citrate or premium chelated forms. The gummy format carries a relatively high carbohydrate load that weakens formulation purity. Its low serving cost is appealing, though the form and sweetened format are meaningful trade-offs.

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77 Performance

Calcium + D3

L'il Critters
Compared with 6 Gram(s) of Total Carbohydrate, 25 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol and 500 mg of Calcium as Tricalcium Phosphate, the alternative provides 11 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol, 220 mg of Calcium as Tricalcium Phosphate and 100 mg of Phosphorus as Tricalcium Phosphate, and the supplied analysis indicates stronger alignment with Calcium, Phosphorus. Tricalcium phosphate is a basic form, and gummy carbohydrates weaken formula cleanliness despite favorable serving value.
74 Performance

Calcium Adult Gummies

Nature Made
Compared with 6 Gram(s) of Total Carbohydrate, 25 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol and 500 mg of Calcium as Tricalcium Phosphate, the alternative provides 700 IU of Vitamin D3 as Cholecalciferol, 500 mg of Calcium as Tricalcium Phosphate and 230 mg of Phosphorus as Tricalcium Phosphate, and the supplied analysis indicates stronger alignment with Calcium, Phosphorus. Calcium and vitamin D3 are provided in useful amounts in an accessible gummy format, but the serving also adds a notable carbohydrate load.
83 Performance

Citracal Petites Calcium Citrate +D3

Bayer Citracal
Compared with 6 Gram(s) of Total Carbohydrate, 25 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol and 500 mg of Calcium as Tricalcium Phosphate, the alternative provides 12.5 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol, 12.5 mcg of Vitamin D as Vitamin D3 and 400 mg of Calcium, and the supplied analysis indicates stronger alignment with Calcium. Its calcium source is not explicit in the supplied ingredient details, which limits confidence in its claimed citrate form.
88 Budget

Calcium Hydroxyapatite Caps

NOW
The supplied serving cost is lower, while the formula provides 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Hydroxyapatite and 200 mg of Phosphorus as Phosphorus Hydroxyapatite. Clear dosing, strong form quality, and favorable serving value make the formula well suited to routine bone support.
82 Budget

Calcium Citrate

Nature's Way
The supplied serving cost is lower, while the formula provides 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Carbonate, 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Citrate and 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Malate. Active doses are clear, while missing excipient and full use details limit transparency.
85 Budget

Cal/Mag 500 mg/250 mg

NaturesPlus
The supplied serving cost is lower, while the formula provides 500 mg of Calcium as Calcium Amino Acid Chelate and 250 mg of Magnesium as Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate. A simple one-serving format and economical cost make it one of the better value profiles in this set.
87 Value

Boneology Superior Calcium Form 167 mg

Swanson Premium Brand
167 mg of Calcium as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite and 83 mg of Phosphorus as Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite offers a practical value trade-off because the supplied serving cost is lower and the value analysis is stronger. A high-quality bone-mineral source and very low routine cost provide strong value.
88 Value

Calcium Citrate Pure Powder

NOW
600 mg of Calcium as Calcium Citrate offers a practical value trade-off because the supplied serving cost is lower and the value analysis is stronger. Its focused formula offers strong value but does not provide vitamin D, vitamin K, or magnesium.
81 Value

Calcium 500 mg with Vitamin D3

Nature's Bounty
10 mcg of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol, 10 mcg of Vitamin D as Vitamin D3 and 500 mg of Calcium as Oyster offers a practical value trade-off because the supplied serving cost is lower and the value analysis is stronger. Its likely carbonate source is less flexible than citrate, and duplicate vitamin D wording reduces label clarity.
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Sources

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

  1. Calcium and osteoporosis.
    Nordin BE · Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.) · 1998
    Meta-analysis20 studies pooledBone Health forCalcium
  2. Relationship between bone mineral density changes and risk of fractures among patients receiving calcium with or without vitamin D supplementation: a meta-regression.
    Rabenda V; Bruyère O; Reginster JY · Osteoporosis international : a journal established as result of cooperation between the European Foundation for Osteoporosis and the National Osteoporosis Foundation of the USA · 2011
    Meta-analysis47,365 participants15 studies pooledBone Health forCalcium
  3. Association between phosphorus intake and bone health in the NHANES population.
    Lee AW; Cho SS · Nutrition journal · 2016
    Cross-sectional studyBone Health forPhosphorus
  4. Association between serum phosphorus levels and pelvic bone mineral density in U.S. adults aged 18-59 years.
    Jiang T; Pan Y; Xu J; Ge J; Ji S; Li T; Zhang Y · BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025
    Cross-sectional study5,589 participantsBone Health forPhosphorus
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. Dairy product consumption, eating habits, sedentary behaviour and physical activity association with bone mineral density among adolescent boys: a cross-sectional observational study.
    Kopiczko A; Czapla M; Juárez-Vela R; Ross C; Uchmanowicz B · BMC pediatrics · 2024
    Cross-sectional study115 participantsBone Health forPhosphorus
  11. Burosumab Improved Histomorphometric Measures of Osteomalacia in Adults with X-Linked Hypophosphatemia: A Phase 3, Single-Arm, International Trial.
    Insogna KL; Rauch F; Kamenický P; Ito N; Kubota T; Nakamura A; Zhang L; Mealiffe M; San Martin J; Portale AA · Journal of bone and mineral research : the official journal of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research · 2020
    Single-arm trial14 participantsBone Health forPhosphorus
  12. Early high calcium and phosphorus intake by parenteral nutrition prevents short-term bone strength decline in preterm infants.
    Pereira-da-Silva L; Costa A; Pereira L; Filipe A; Virella D; Leal E; Moreira A; Rosa M; Mendes L; Serelha M · Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition · 2011
    Randomized trialBone Health forPhosphorus
  13. Phosphate Metabolism in Health and Disease.
    Peacock M · Calcified tissue international · 2021
    Narrative reviewBone Health forPhosphorus
  14. Expert consensus on clinical management of metabolic bone disease of prematurity (2021).
    Yan-Mei C; Xin-Zhu L; Rong Z; Xi-Hong L; Xiao-Mei T; Ping-Yang C; Zhi-Chun F; Nutritional Committee of Neonatology Branch of Chinese Medical Doctor Association; Neonatal Nutrition and Health Management Group, Professional Committee of Child Health, Chinese Medical Doctor Association; Editorial Committee of Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics. · Zhongguo dang dai er ke za zhi = Chinese journal of contemporary pediatrics · 2021
    Guideline / consensusBone Health forPhosphorus