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Vlado's Himalayan Organics

Calcium + Magnesium + Zinc with D3, B12 & K2

Name: Calcium + Magnesium + Zinc with D3, B12 & K2
Brand: Vlado's Himalayan Organics

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NOVA 4bone health formulacontains preservativeultra-processedvitamin fortifiedzero added sugarFSSAI registeredlactose-freepregnancy-safenut-freediabetic-safegluten-freeenjoy in moderation

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Caution · 2 ingredients shown

Caution2 of 10 ingredients

Glidant (INS 470)Caution

Class II Preservatives (INS 211)Caution

Cleared 8▾

Calcium CarbonateE170iCleared

Magnesium HydroxideE528Cleared

Zinc Sulphate MonohydrateE519Cleared

Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin)Cleared

Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol)E671Cleared

Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-7)Cleared

Bulking Agent (INS 1401, INS 341)Cleared

Dicalcium PhosphateE341(ii)Cleared

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

4/6

claims fully supported

“Mineral Trio for Healthy Bones & Muscles”true

Calcium, magnesium, and zinc are all present at meaningful doses; all three have established physiological roles in bone structure and muscle function per EFSA and FSSAI guidelines.

“For Healthy Bones”true

Calcium, Vitamin D3, Vitamin K2 (MK-7), and magnesium are all present at RDA-relevant doses and have well-established regulatory-backed roles in bone health.

“Promotes Bone Calcification”true

Vitamin D3 (600 IU) enhances intestinal calcium absorption; K2 (MK-7, 55 µg) activates osteocalcin for bone matrix mineralisation; calcium carbonate provides the mineral substrate. The mechanistic basis is sound.

“Faster Calcium Absorption”misleading

Vitamin D3 upregulates intestinal calcium transport proteins and K2 assists in directing calcium to bone, but 'faster' is a comparative claim not substantiated by clinical data in this formulation's dossier. The mechanism supports improved absorption, not demonstrably faster absorption vs. a benchmark.

“Healthy Immune System”true

Zinc and Vitamin D3 both have EFSA-approved health claims for normal immune system function; both are present at RDA-relevant doses. The claim is supportable on the basis of these approved nutrient–function relationships.

“Strong Bones & Joints”misleading

Calcium, D3, K2, and magnesium each have established roles in bone strength. There is no joint-specific ingredient (e.g., glucosamine, collagen) and no clinical evidence for joint outcomes provided, making the joints portion unverifiable while bone strength is supported.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Delivers 100% RDA each of Vitamin D3, B12, and K2 per tablet
Elemental calcium (400 mg) and magnesium (176 mg) at 40% RDA per serving
Zinc at 36.5% RDA supports immune and enzymatic function
FSSAI licensed by two registered entities
Vegetarian-friendly formulation
Zero sugar, zero fat, negligible calories per tablet

Working against

Contains sodium benzoate (E211) preservative — atypical and unnecessary in a tablet
Contains mono- and diglycerides (INS 470) which may carry trans fat or genotoxic contaminants
Modified starch excipient (INS 1401) may aggravate IBS symptoms
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) due to multiple food-additive excipients
High cumulative calcium dose (1,000 mg carbonate per tablet) raises cardiovascular caution at supplement level
Sodium benzoate ADI can be exceeded in children under brand-loyal consumption scenarios

Who should approach with care

Kidney Disease — Multiple ingredients — calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide (which cannot be cleared by impaired kidneys, risking hypermagnesemia), dicalcium phosphate (EFSA states ADI does not apply to moderate-to-severe renal dysfunction), and Vitamin D3 — each independently pose significant risk in kidney disease; combined exposure at these doses is a serious concern.

Heart Disease — High-dose supplemental calcium (1,000 mg carbonate per tablet) has been associated in meta-analyses with possible cardiovascular events; excess Vitamin D3 can accelerate arterial calcification; and INS 470 may carry trans fatty acids — all flagged in their respective safety dossiers.

Pregnancy — Zinc sulphate at supplemental doses, cyanocobalamin form and dosage, Vitamin K2 without an established UL, calcium above threshold, and sodium benzoate's weak in vitro genotoxicity evidence collectively warrant physician guidance before use during pregnancy.

Lactation — Vitamin K2 (MK-7) has no established tolerable upper intake level for lactating women, and the product label itself advises nursing mothers to consult a physician before use.

Infants — Magnesium hydroxide can cause hypermagnesemia in infants due to immature renal handling; sodium benzoate ADI is especially prone to exceedance at infant body weights; and Vitamin D3 doses appropriate for adults far exceed infant-specific upper limits — this product is not formulated for infants.

Children — Sodium benzoate's ADI of 5 mg/kg bw/day can be exceeded in children; zinc sulphate and dicalcium phosphate both have lower tolerable upper limits for children vs. adults per EFSA; the product label restricts use to adults 18+.

Liver Disease — Sodium benzoate (E211) undergoes hepatic conjugation to hippurate before renal clearance; published research indicates potential adverse effects on liver function in individuals with pre-existing hepatic conditions.

Ibs — Acid-treated modified starch (INS 1401) acts as a fermentable carbohydrate in the gut and may exacerbate bloating and discomfort; high-dose calcium carbonate is also a recognised cause of constipation in IBS-prone individuals.

Gluten Intolerance — INS 1401 (acid-treated starch) may be wheat-derived; individuals with coeliac disease or non-coeliac gluten sensitivity should verify the botanical starch source with the manufacturer before use.

Other — Patients on warfarin or other vitamin K antagonists should avoid this product as MK-7 (55 µg/day) can interfere with INR control; individuals with Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) should avoid cyanocobalamin; those with granulomatous diseases or hypercalcaemia are at elevated risk from both calcium carbonate and Vitamin D3 at these doses.

Elderly — IOM sets a lower UL of 2,000 mg/day for adults aged 51+ for calcium; declining renal function in older adults increases susceptibility to hypercalcaemia and possible vascular calcification from high-dose supplemental calcium.

The full analysis

Vlado's Himalayan Organics Calcium + Magnesium + Zinc is targeted at adults seeking a convenient bone-health micronutrient stack, delivering 400 mg elemental calcium, 176 mg elemental magnesium, 6.2 mg zinc, and 100% RDA each of D3, B12, and K2 per tablet. While the active nutrient profile is well-designed — D3 and K2 together genuinely support calcium metabolism and bone mineralisation — the formulation includes sodium benzoate (E211/INS 211), a Class II preservative that is unusual and arguably unnecessary in a solid tablet supplement, and which carries a 5 mg/kg bw/day ADI that can be approached by children. The product also contains mono- and diglycerides (INS 470) and acid-treated modified starch (INS 1401) as excipients, pushing it into NOVA 4. People with kidney disease face compounded risk from multiple ingredients (calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, dicalcium phosphate, D3) and should consult a doctor before use; the label's own caveat appropriately flags pregnant or nursing mothers and those with known medical conditions.

FSSAI licence

11420850000150

Manufacturer

Mothersoul Pvt. Ltd.

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Analysis

Independently researched