Gaia Herbs DailyWellness Rejuve Gentle Daily Fiber

Our assessment

The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. Our assessment: Calcium is a key nutrient for supporting your bone density and muscle function, but the specific dose in this product is not provided in the data [NIH ODS]. For a general audience, calcium is well-studied, but you need to know the exact amount you are taking to ensure it aligns with your daily needs.

How it works

Think of calcium as a structural builder and a signaling agent for your body. It supports bone mineralization, helping to maintain strong bones and teeth, and it plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, which is important for proper muscle function and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].

Safety profile

Data not available for side effects specific to this product. However, for calcium in general, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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 [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available [FDA data].

Our recommendation

Our recommendation: Check the product label for the exact amount of calcium per serving. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you take any of these medications, take calcium at a different time of day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement, especially if you have a history of kidney stones or heart conditions [NIH ODS].

Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:

• 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