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Garden of Life Raw Calcium Supplement
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 21 Researches
7.2
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 1 Review
7.8
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 4 Capsules
Serving Per Container:  30
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin C (from culture of S. cerevisiae)
50 mg
56%
Vitamin D (as D3 from culture of S. cerevisiae)
40 mcg (1,600 IU)
200%
Vitamin K (from culture of S. cerevisiae)
120 mcg
100%
Calcium (naturally occurring from Algae)
1,100 mg
85%
Magnesium (from Algae and Dead Sea minerals)
357 mg
85%
Vitamin K (as K2 MK-7)
50 mcg
+
Strontium (naturally occurring from Algae)
3.8 mg
+
Boron (from Brown Rice Chelate)
3 mg
+
Silica (naturally occurring from Algae)
2.2 mg
+
Vanadium (naturally occurring from Algae)
25 mcg
+
Raw Probiotic & Enzyme BlendLipase, Protease, Aspergillopepsin, beta-Glucanase, Cellulase, Bromelain, Phytase, Lactase, Papain, Peptidase, Pectinase, Hemicellulase, Xylanase, [Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus plantarum] (500 Million CFU).
64 mg
+

Top Medical Research Studies

8
High-dose vitamin D reduces anxiety
Effects of an 8-week high-dose vitamin D supplementation on fatigue and neuropsychiatric manifestations in post-COVID syndrome: A randomized controlled trial.
Directly assesses vitamin D's impact
We conducted a study to understand how high-dose vitamin D supplementation might impact anxiety levels, particularly in patients experiencing post-COVID symptoms. In our double-blind, randomized controlled trial, we enrolled 80 individuals dealing with fatigue or neuropsychiatric issues after COVID-19.

Participants were split into two groups: one received a weekly dose of 60,000 IU of vitamin D, while the other group received a placebo. Over eight weeks, we evaluated various outcomes, including anxiety levels using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21).

The results were encouraging for the vitamin D group. We observed significant improvements in anxiety levels, with a notable reduction reported by participants. However, other measures related to sleep quality, depression, cognitive function, and inflammatory markers did not show similar significant changes.

Importantly, we found that the vitamin D group reported no serious adverse effects, indicating that this supplementation is generally safe. These findings suggest that high-dose vitamin D may offer substantial benefits for anxiety relief in patients recovering from COVID-19, albeit with limited effects on other symptoms.
Read More
8
Link between Vitamin D and anxiety
Association of serum vitamin D with anxiety in US adults: a cross-sectional study.
High relevance for vitamin D research
We examined if there is a connection between vitamin D levels and anxiety among US adults, utilizing data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) conducted between 2007 and 2012. The study included over 12,000 participants and employed sophisticated statistical methods to determine the relationship between serum vitamin D and anxiety.

Our analyses revealed that higher levels of serum vitamin D were associated with a lower risk of experiencing anxiety. Specifically, we found a significant inverse relationship; as vitamin D levels increased, the likelihood of anxiety decreased. This connection remained strong even after adjusting for various factors that could influence the results.

Furthermore, smooth curve fitting techniques confirmed a negative association between vitamin D and anxiety risk. Nonetheless, while these findings are promising, we emphasize the need for further prospective studies to validate these results and fully understand the implications of vitamin D on mental health.
Read More
8
Vitamin D mitigates anxiety symptoms
Placenta-specific CYP11A1 overexpression lead to autism-like symptom in offspring with altered steroid hormone biosynthesis in the placenta-brain axis and rescued by vitamin D intervention.
Strong relevance to vitamin D effects
We explored the impact of changing levels of a specific enzyme, CYP11A1, in the placenta and how it might influence anxiety and social behavior in offspring. Using a unique mouse model, we found that higher levels of this enzyme are associated with behaviors similar to those seen in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), such as reduced social interaction and increased anxiety.

Interestingly, we observed that these anxiety-related behaviors improved significantly after administering vitamin D3. Behavioral tests, including open field and elevated plus maze assessments, showed that the mice exhibited less anxiety when given this supplement.

Additionally, our study highlighted that vitamin D3 could help correct some of the hormonal imbalances linked to CYP11A1 overexpression. Higher progesterone levels and increased inflammation were noted in the affected mice, and these issues seemed to reverse with vitamin D3 treatment.

This research underscores not only the potential role of vitamin D in managing anxiety but also suggests that examining CYP11A1 levels could be important for understanding and perhaps preventing some neurodevelopmental disorders. Overall, it appears vitamin D3 may serve as a useful tool in mitigating anxiety linked to hormonal changes during development.
Read More

Most Useful Reviews

1.3
Triggered anxiety
Unfortunately, this supplement, while a good source of calcium, brought on anxiety and insomnia after just a couple of pills. I track my supplements closely to identify any changes, and in this case, anxiety returned, likely due to one of the ingredients.
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Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 21 Researches
7.2
  • All Researches
9
Initial findings suggest potential benefits
Magnesium-ibogaine therapy in veterans with traumatic brain injuries.
Combination treatment lacks isolation benefit
We examined how magnesium, in combination with ibogaine, affects anxiety in veterans with traumatic brain injuries. This was part of a larger study focusing on the wellbeing of Special Operations Forces veterans, who often suffer from mental health issues like anxiety and PTSD after experiencing head trauma.

The study involved 30 male veterans, primarily with mild brain injuries. Researchers used various assessments, including scales for anxiety, to measure changes before treatment and then again one month afterward. The findings were promising, showing considerable improvements in anxiety levels, as well as in depression and PTSD symptoms.

However, it’s important to note that since magnesium was administered alongside ibogaine, we can’t isolate the effects of magnesium alone on anxiety. Although the results were encouraging, we need more controlled clinical trials to fully understand the safety and effectiveness of magnesium treatment on its own.

Overall, while magnesium may play a role in improving anxiety, further research is essential to clarify its specific impact without the influence of other treatments.
Read More
8
High-dose vitamin D reduces anxiety
Effects of an 8-week high-dose vitamin D supplementation on fatigue and neuropsychiatric manifestations in post-COVID syndrome: A randomized controlled trial.
Directly assesses vitamin D's impact
We conducted a study to understand how high-dose vitamin D supplementation might impact anxiety levels, particularly in patients experiencing post-COVID symptoms. In our double-blind, randomized controlled trial, we enrolled 80 individuals dealing with fatigue or neuropsychiatric issues after COVID-19.

Participants were split into two groups: one received a weekly dose of 60,000 IU of vitamin D, while the other group received a placebo. Over eight weeks, we evaluated various outcomes, including anxiety levels using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21).

The results were encouraging for the vitamin D group. We observed significant improvements in anxiety levels, with a notable reduction reported by participants. However, other measures related to sleep quality, depression, cognitive function, and inflammatory markers did not show similar significant changes.

Importantly, we found that the vitamin D group reported no serious adverse effects, indicating that this supplementation is generally safe. These findings suggest that high-dose vitamin D may offer substantial benefits for anxiety relief in patients recovering from COVID-19, albeit with limited effects on other symptoms.
Read More
8
Vitamin D mitigates anxiety symptoms
Placenta-specific CYP11A1 overexpression lead to autism-like symptom in offspring with altered steroid hormone biosynthesis in the placenta-brain axis and rescued by vitamin D intervention.
Strong relevance to vitamin D effects
We explored the impact of changing levels of a specific enzyme, CYP11A1, in the placenta and how it might influence anxiety and social behavior in offspring. Using a unique mouse model, we found that higher levels of this enzyme are associated with behaviors similar to those seen in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), such as reduced social interaction and increased anxiety.

Interestingly, we observed that these anxiety-related behaviors improved significantly after administering vitamin D3. Behavioral tests, including open field and elevated plus maze assessments, showed that the mice exhibited less anxiety when given this supplement.

Additionally, our study highlighted that vitamin D3 could help correct some of the hormonal imbalances linked to CYP11A1 overexpression. Higher progesterone levels and increased inflammation were noted in the affected mice, and these issues seemed to reverse with vitamin D3 treatment.

This research underscores not only the potential role of vitamin D in managing anxiety but also suggests that examining CYP11A1 levels could be important for understanding and perhaps preventing some neurodevelopmental disorders. Overall, it appears vitamin D3 may serve as a useful tool in mitigating anxiety linked to hormonal changes during development.
Read More
8
Link between Vitamin D and anxiety
Association of serum vitamin D with anxiety in US adults: a cross-sectional study.
High relevance for vitamin D research
We examined if there is a connection between vitamin D levels and anxiety among US adults, utilizing data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) conducted between 2007 and 2012. The study included over 12,000 participants and employed sophisticated statistical methods to determine the relationship between serum vitamin D and anxiety.

Our analyses revealed that higher levels of serum vitamin D were associated with a lower risk of experiencing anxiety. Specifically, we found a significant inverse relationship; as vitamin D levels increased, the likelihood of anxiety decreased. This connection remained strong even after adjusting for various factors that could influence the results.

Furthermore, smooth curve fitting techniques confirmed a negative association between vitamin D and anxiety risk. Nonetheless, while these findings are promising, we emphasize the need for further prospective studies to validate these results and fully understand the implications of vitamin D on mental health.
Read More
8
Probiotics and vitamin D treatment
Probiotics plus vitamin D in irritable bowel syndrome: a prospective multicentric non-interventional study.
Limited insight on vitamin D
We evaluated the effectiveness of a treatment combining probiotics and vitamin D on patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome, particularly focusing on those who experience anxiety. The study involved adult participants diagnosed with diarrhea-predominant IBS or mixed bowel movements, who took a daily sachet containing specific probiotic strains and vitamin D for 42 days.

At the end of the treatment period, we saw that a significant percentage of patients reported relief from their symptoms. Specifically, many in the study reported a marked decrease in the severity of their IBS symptoms, which was linked to improved quality of life and reductions in both anxiety and depression scores.

However, while vitamin D was part of the treatment regimen, it was used alongside probiotics, making it challenging to pinpoint the individual effect of vitamin D alone on anxiety. Still, the findings suggest that the combination might beneficially impact gut-related anxiety among IBS patients.
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User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 1 Review
7.8
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
1.3
Triggered anxiety
Unfortunately, this supplement, while a good source of calcium, brought on anxiety and insomnia after just a couple of pills. I track my supplements closely to identify any changes, and in this case, anxiety returned, likely due to one of the ingredients.
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