Spring Valley Standardized Extract Korean Panax Ginseng 100 mg
Brand: Spring Valley · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that for this specific product, Spring Valley Standardized Extract Korean Panax Ginseng 100 mg, we have a significant data gap. The only data available from the provided information relates to the ingredient calcium, not ginseng. Our assessment is that we cannot make a meaningful recommendation for this ginseng supplement based solely on the calcium data provided [NIH ODS].
How it works
If this product contained calcium, the mechanism would involve bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, since the product is Panax Ginseng, this information does not apply. Data not available for how Korean Panax Ginseng works in this specific formulation.
Safety profile
Based on the calcium data, high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Side effects can include nausea, constipation, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but a specific report count for this ginseng product is not available [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Data not available to make a confident recommendation for Spring Valley Standardized Extract Korean Panax Ginseng 100 mg. The provided data only covers calcium, and no studies or specific safety data for this ginseng product were included. We recommend consulting a healthcare provider familiar with your medical history before taking this supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Spring Valley |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
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- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide