Nature Made Odor Control Garlic
Brand: Nature Made · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Nature Made Odor Control Garlic is a dietary supplement, but the data provided does not include specific clinical studies or health claims for garlic itself. Our assessment is based on the primary ingredient information available, which is calcium. You should know that the data on calcium is robust, but it does not directly address the garlic content of this product. We cannot make a specific assessment for garlic's effects from the provided data.
How it works
Based on the data for calcium, this mineral supports bone mineralization to help maintain bone density and neuromuscular relaxation for proper muscle and nerve function [NIH ODS]. For the garlic component, data on its specific mechanism or benefits is not available in the provided information.
Safety profile
FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available [FDA data]. For the calcium component, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood levels of calcium can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. For side effects specific to garlic, data is not available.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to approach this product with caution due to missing data on the garlic component. For calcium, the data shows it can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you take any of these medications, consult your healthcare provider before using this supplement. Because specific data on garlic's effects and safety profile is not available from the provided information, we cannot make a confident recommendation for this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature Made |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 300.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | On 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