ForestLeaf Advanced Collagen Peptides Unflavored
Brand: ForestLeaf · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that ForestLeaf Advanced Collagen Peptides Unflavored is a collagen supplement. Based on the data provided, this product contains no added ingredients from the NIH ODS list, and no specific studies or claims for collagen are available in the provided data. Therefore, our assessment is that we cannot confirm any specific health benefits for this product from the data given.
How it works
Data on how this specific collagen product works is not available. However, it is important to note that the only ingredient data provided relates to calcium, not collagen. Calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Since collagen peptides are not listed in the data, we cannot describe a mechanism of action for them.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific reports for ForestLeaf Advanced Collagen Peptides Unflavored are not available in the provided data [FDA data]. Regarding calcium, which is the only ingredient with safety data, 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].
Our recommendation
Because no specific data on the efficacy or safety of ForestLeaf Advanced Collagen Peptides Unflavored is provided, we cannot make a definitive recommendation for its use. If you are considering this product, be aware that calcium, if present, can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take prescription medications.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ForestLeaf |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 16.0 Ounce(s) 451.0 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