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Calcium Magnesium & Vitamin D3 Vanilla Frosting Flavor

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Calcium 250 mg
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Score78
A child-friendly multi-form calcium blend with useful cofactors, though vitamin D and magnesium are light and one magnesium form is weak.
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Quantity:90 Tablet(s) • (45 servings)
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Score 78

A child-friendly multi-form calcium blend with useful cofactors, though vitamin D and magnesium are light and one magnesium form is weak.
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$12.76($0.28 per serving)
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$ 13.56
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$ 13.56
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$ 13.56
Daily Vita
$ 13.56
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$ 12.76
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Analysis

The formula combines three calcium forms for a total amount that can help fill a moderate dietary gap. Citrate and malate improve the form mix, while vitamin D3 supports calcium use.

Magnesium bisglycinate is a favorable form, but half of the magnesium listing also comes from poorly absorbed oxide and the total amount is modest. The 30 mg fruit-and-vegetable blend adds label appeal without meaningful nutritional coverage.

The animal-shaped vanilla tablets may suit children or adults who prefer chewables. No specific goal or age directions were supplied, and the calcium amount should be judged against total dietary intake.

Who is it for
  • Children or adults who prefer chewables
  • Users seeking mixed calcium forms
  • People wanting some magnesium and D3 included
Best for
  • Calcium supplementation
  • Bone-mineral intake
  • Chewable multi-mineral support

Pros

  • Includes citrate and malate calcium
  • Provides vitamin D3
  • Includes some magnesium bisglycinate
  • Convenient chewable format

Cons

  • Magnesium amount is modest
  • Includes magnesium oxide
  • Vitamin D3 is light
  • Fruit-and-vegetable blend is token dosed

Warnings

  • Calcium can reduce absorption of thyroid medicine and certain antibiotics, so doses may need separation.
  • For children, total calcium should be matched to age and dietary intake rather than assumed from the product format.

Nutrient quality

86 Highest impact

Citrate and malate improve absorption quality within the mixed calcium formula. The 250 mg calcium amount can supplement dietary intake but may not meet higher needs alone.

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Ingredient transparency

73 High 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

85 Highest impact

The active amount and formula quality support favorable serving value. Format ingredients or non-calcium actives reduce its value for dedicated calcium use.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
5 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
1.5 Gram(s)
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
 5 mcg
Calcium (Calcium Citrate, Calcium Malate, Calcium Carbonate)
 250 mg
Magnesium (Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate, Magnesium Oxide)
 50 mg
Super Fruit and Veggie Blend
30 mg
Gluten Free Kosher Dairy Free Children 4+ Children 1–4
Report overview
Calcium (Calcium Citrate, Calcium Malate, Calcium Carbonate) · 250 mg OverallScore81
A- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Citrate and malate improve the mixed calcium blend beyond its carbonate component. The moderate amount supports general supplementation, while the lightly sweetened chewable format remains reasonably clean. Low serving cost creates strong value for a child-oriented calcium and vitamin D formula.

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