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Probiotic Acidophilus with Pectin

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(1702 ratings)
Calcium 304 mg
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Score61

Moderate calcium is the clearest contribution, while an undefined probiotic amount and tiny pectin make digestive value uncertain.

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Quantity:100 Capsule(s) • (50 servings)
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Score 61

Moderate calcium is the clearest contribution, while an undefined probiotic amount and tiny pectin make digestive value uncertain.

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$7.07($0.14 per serving)
iHerb
$ 7.07
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$ 7.73
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$ 7.77
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Analysis

The calcium amount can make a moderate contribution to daily intake. Dicalcium phosphate also supplies phosphorus, though the product is not positioned as a complete bone formula.

Acidophilus is listed without a viable organism count, strain identifier, or shelf-life guarantee. Pectin is supplied at a very small amount, leaving little basis for meaningful digestive-support claims.

The capsule combines two different purposes without strong depth in either one. A dedicated calcium supplement or a clearly quantified probiotic would be easier to evaluate.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking modest dicalcium phosphate
  • Users comfortable with an unquantified probiotic add-on
  • People who prefer capsules
Best for
  • Small calcium supplementation
  • Basic calcium-and-phosphorus intake
  • Users not requiring a verified probiotic dose

Pros

  • Moderate calcium amount
  • Capsule format
  • Includes acidophilus and pectin

Cons

  • No probiotic organism count
  • No strain identity
  • Pectin amount is tiny
  • No vitamin D

Warnings

  • The undefined probiotic amount gives no basis for use in severely immunocompromised people.
  • Separate calcium from levothyroxine and certain antibiotics according to medication guidance.
  • Kidney disease or high blood calcium requires medical guidance before supplemental calcium.

Nutrient quality

61 Moderate impact

Calcium supplies a modest amount, but dicalcium phosphate is not a preferred mineral form. The missing viable count prevents meaningful assessment of the central probiotic active.

Ingredient transparency

55 Moderate impact

Calcium and pectin are quantified, but the central probiotic active is not meaningfully dosed on the supplied label. Intake directions and non-active capsule ingredients are also absent.

Customer satisfaction

70 High impact

The aggregate rating is strong and has a useful response base. No review text is supplied, so repeated complaints and purpose-specific experiences cannot be verified.

Value for money

59 Moderate impact

The low cost and moderate calcium amount add some value. Missing probiotic potency information sharply weakens value for the product’s main purpose.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calcium (Dicalcium Phosphate)
 304 mg
Acidophilus
0 NP
Citrus Cellulose Pectin
20 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
Report overview
Calcium (Dicalcium Phosphate) · 304 mg OverallScore79
C+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The phosphate form provides only moderate absorption potential. The serving amount supports general supplementation rather than high calcium needs on its own; no listed purity concern materially weakens the formulation. The low serving cost provides strong value.

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