BarnDad Innovative Nutrition Barn Dad's FiberDX 8-Layer Fiber Matrix
Brand: BarnDad Innovative Nutrition · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. However, we must be clear: the data provided does not specify the exact amount of calcium in each serving of BarnDad Innovative Nutrition Barn Dad's FiberDX 8-Layer Fiber Matrix. Without a specific dosage, we cannot confirm if this product provides a meaningful or safe level of this nutrient [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your body. It supports bone mineralization by helping deposit minerals into your skeleton, and it plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, which is essential for proper muscle function and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product’s adverse events. However, the FDA has 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. Very high blood levels can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Because the exact calcium content in this product is not provided in the data, we cannot recommend it as a reliable source of this mineral. If you are taking any of the medications listed above, be cautious about calcium supplements. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement, especially when dosage information is incomplete [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | BarnDad Innovative Nutrition |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 21.1 oz. 1.32 lb 600.0 g |
| 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