Garden of Life Grass Fed Collagen Coconut MCT Mocha Flavor
Brand: Garden of Life · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while the Garden of Life Grass Fed Collagen Coconut MCT Mocha Flavor product is marketed as a dietary supplement, the specific ingredient with the most robust data in your provided information is calcium. Our assessment: if you are taking this product for its calcium content, you should be aware of both its benefits and its significant risks. Data on the other ingredients, such as collagen and MCT oil, is not available in the provided data.
How it works
Think of calcium as a key building block for your body. It supports bone mineralization, helping maintain bone density and mineral deposition, and it plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, aiding muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to proceed with caution. Because data is not available on the specific amounts of calcium or the other ingredients in this product, you should consult with your healthcare provider before starting this supplement. They can help you assess your personal calcium needs and check for potential interactions with any medications you take [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Garden of Life |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 15.66 Ounce(s) 444.0 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