Garden of Life Grass Fed Collagen Creamer Creamy Vanilla Flavor
Brand: Garden of Life · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Garden of Life Grass Fed Collagen Creamer Creamy Vanilla Flavor contains calcium as a key ingredient. For most adults, calcium is essential for bone health, but relying on this product for your daily calcium needs requires careful attention to total intake from all sources [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural foundation for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a critical role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. When you consume this creamer, the calcium it provides contributes to these daily functions.
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product's side effects. However, for calcium generally, 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]. The FDA has received 592059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this creamer are not provided [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Start by assessing your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you take any of these, separate your intake by at least two hours. We recommend consulting with your healthcare provider before adding this creamer to your routine, especially if you have a history of kidney stones or heart conditions [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Garden of Life |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 11.64 Ounce(s) 330.0 Gram(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