Herb Pharm Celery

Our assessment

The evidence shows that the primary active ingredient in this supplement is calcium. For general bone health, the data supports that calcium plays a role in bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, we cannot verify the specific dose or formulation of calcium in this product, as the label information is not fully provided. You should consider this supplement as a calcium source, but its benefit depends entirely on how much you are already getting from your diet.

How it works

Think of calcium as a structural builder for your bones and a signal messenger for your nerves. It supports bone density through mineral deposition and helps your muscles relax by aiding nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Without adequate calcium, your body will pull it from your bones to maintain critical functions, which can weaken your skeleton over time.

Safety profile

Data not available for this specific product. However, based on the ingredient calcium, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine calcium levels 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available [FDA data].

Our recommendation

Do not take this supplement without first determining your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements. Because the exact dose per serving is not confirmed here, you risk exceeding safe upper limits. If you choose to use it, take it separately from medications listed above by at least two hours. For most adults, the goal is to get 1,000–1,200 mg of total calcium daily from all sources [NIH ODS]. Consult your doctor or a registered dietitian to check if this product is right for you.

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