Equate Daily Fiber Orange Smooth
Brand: Equate · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Equate Daily Fiber Orange Smooth is a fiber supplement, but the data provided does not contain specific information on its primary active ingredient, such as psyllium or inulin. Instead, the data lists calcium as an ingredient. Our assessment: calcium is a mineral that supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, for a fiber product, this data is incomplete.
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator in your body. It supports bone density through bone mineralization and helps your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. For fiber specifically, data on how this product's fiber works is not available.
Safety profile
Data not available for fiber-specific side effects for this product. For the calcium component, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. 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 [NIH ODS]. The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for Equate Daily Fiber Orange Smooth are not available [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Because the data provided does not include the specific fiber type or dosage in this product, we cannot make a confident recommendation for its use. For general calcium needs, be aware that it can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS]. If you are using this for fiber, you should seek a product with clear, evidence-based labeling. Data not available to support a specific recommendation for this supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Equate |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 36.8 oz. 2.3 lb 1043.0 Gram(s) |
| Market Status | On 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