Nature's Plus Herbal Actives American Ginseng 250 mg/5% Ginsenosides
Brand: Nature's Plus Herbal Actives · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that for the specific ingredient in this product — calcium — there is strong support for bone health, but the data on American ginseng specifically is limited. Our assessment is that you should not rely on this supplement for ginseng-related benefits without more targeted evidence. The data provided does not include any studies or clinical findings for American ginseng or its ginsenosides [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block — it supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For the American ginseng component, no mechanism data is available from the provided sources.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. No side effect report counts specific to this product are available.
Our recommendation
Data not available for the American ginseng or ginsenoside content of this product. For calcium, the RDA is well-established, but you should not assume this supplement provides any ginseng benefits. If you are taking medications that interact with calcium, speak with your doctor before use. Our recommendation is to choose a supplement with clear, evidence-backed studies for your intended health goal [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Plus Herbal Actives |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Vegetarian 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