Protocol For Life Balance Garlic 5000
Brand: Protocol For Life Balance · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Protocol For Life Balance Garlic 5000 has limited data available for a comprehensive assessment. The only ingredient data provided is for calcium, which is not a primary component of garlic supplements. For this specific product, the available safety data is incomplete, and we cannot make a definitive recommendation based on the information provided.
How it works
Based on the data provided, this product contains garlic, but the mechanism of action for garlic specifically is not described. The only mechanism data available is for calcium, which supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, this mechanism is not relevant to garlic's typical effects. Data not available for garlic-specific mechanisms.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for Protocol For Life Balance Garlic 5000 are not available [FDA data]. For the calcium component, high levels can cause 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 may also reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Side effect reports specific to this garlic product: Data not available.
Our recommendation
Data not available to make a confident recommendation for Protocol For Life Balance Garlic 5000. You should consult your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, especially if you take any medications, as calcium interactions could affect drug absorption [NIH ODS]. The lack of specific safety data for this product means you should proceed with caution.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Protocol For Life Balance |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Tablet(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