Nature's Plus Herbal Actives Korean Ginseng 250 mg
Brand: Nature's Plus Herbal Actives · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product, Nature's Plus Herbal Actives Korean Ginseng 250 mg, is a single-ingredient supplement. However, the data provided does not include any specific studies or clinical trial information for Korean ginseng. Data on the specific health benefits of this product is not available. Our assessment is that you should approach this supplement with caution due to the lack of specific efficacy data for the listed ingredient.
How it works
Data not available for the mechanism of action of Korean ginseng from the provided data. The only ingredient data supplied is for calcium, which is not listed in this product. Calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. This information does not apply to the Korean ginseng product.
Safety profile
The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for Korean ginseng are not available in the data provided. For the unrelated ingredient calcium, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and can cause constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. These side effects are not directly linked to Korean ginseng.
Our recommendation
We recommend that you speak with your healthcare provider before taking this supplement, as no specific safety or efficacy data for Korean ginseng was provided. Data not available to support a specific dosage or benefit. Always choose supplements from reputable brands and disclose all supplements to your doctor.
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