Solaray Garlic 500 mg
Brand: Solaray · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for bone health, but it is not a one-size-fits-all supplement. For the product Solaray Garlic 500 mg, the data provided does not list any specific health claims or benefits for garlic itself — data for this specific ingredient is not available. However, the ingredient calcium is well-documented. Our assessment is that you should only supplement with calcium if you know your dietary intake is low, as excess intake carries real risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a master builder for your bones. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a role in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For the Solaray Garlic product, no mechanism of action data is available in the provided information.
Safety profile
FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels 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] [FDA data]. No specific side effect report counts for calcium or garlic are available in the provided data.
Our recommendation
Start by assessing your daily calcium intake from food. If you are below 1,000 mg per day from diet alone, a calcium supplement may be appropriate. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. For the Solaray Garlic 500 mg product, specific dosing or benefit data is not available. Consult your healthcare provider before adding any supplement to your routine.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Solaray |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Easy-To-Swallow Capsule(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