Caltrate Chewables 600 + D3 plus Minerals
Caltrate Chewables 600 + D3 plus Minerals is a joint and bone support supplement with nine ingredients. Each chewable tablet provides clinically studied dosages of Vitamin D3 (800IU), Calcium (600mg), Zinc (7.5mg), and Manganese (1.8mg). However, Magnesium (40mg) and Copper (0.25mg) are present at underdosed levels, which may limit their efficacy. The product holds an N+ Score of 62, earning it a 'D' grade, indicating an average quality tier. This supplement may support bone health for those seeking a chewable format, despite some ingredient dosage limitations.
About This Product
Caltrate Chewables 600 + D3 plus Minerals by Caltrate is a joint & bone supplement containing 9 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 62/100 (Grade D).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Calcium, Zinc, Manganese and 1 more.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +4 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (9 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | — | N/A |
| Calcium | 600.000 mg | Optimal |
| Magnesium | 40.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 7.500 mg | Adequate |
| Copper | 0.250 mg | Under |
| Manganese | 1.800 mg | Optimal |
| Boron | 70.000 mcg | N/A |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Vitamin D3 | 800.000 IU | Adequate |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.
