NOW Super Odorless Garlic With Hawthorn Extract & Cayenne
Brand: NOW · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that NOW Super Odorless Garlic With Hawthorn Extract & Cayenne is a combination product, but the data provided only covers one ingredient: calcium. Because the complete formulation data for garlic, hawthorn, and cayenne is not available, we must focus our analysis on the calcium component. For this specific product, a complete assessment is limited by missing data on the other active ingredients.
How it works
Calcium in this product supports your body through bone mineralization, helping to maintain strong bones and teeth, and supports neuromuscular relaxation, which is essential for proper muscle function and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Think of calcium as a key messenger that helps your muscles contract and relax smoothly, and reinforces your skeletal structure.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from high calcium levels include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data on side effects specific to the garlic, hawthorn, and cayenne components are not available.
Our recommendation
Given the missing data on the garlic, hawthorn, and cayenne ingredients, we cannot provide a complete safety or efficacy assessment for this specific product. If you are considering this supplement, consult your healthcare provider first, especially if you take any of the medications listed above. For calcium needs, a standard single-ingredient supplement may be a more predictable choice [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
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