NOW Ginseng & Royal Jelly
Brand: NOW · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that NOW Ginseng & Royal Jelly is a combination supplement, but the data provided does not include specific studies or clinical trials for this product or its named ingredients. Because the NIH ODS data supplied covers only Calcium, we cannot assess the claimed benefits of ginseng or royal jelly for you. Data not available on the efficacy of this specific product.
How it works
Without data on ginseng or royal jelly, we must rely on the only ingredient information provided. Calcium, which may be present in your diet or other supplements, works through bone mineralization, supporting bone density and mineral deposition, and neuromuscular relaxation, supporting muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. How the ginseng and royal jelly components function is not described in the data provided.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For this specific product, data on side effects and report counts is not available. However, if you take additional calcium supplements, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Because no data is available on the ginseng and royal jelly ingredients, we cannot recommend this product for any specific health benefit. If you are taking medications for osteoporosis, infections, or thyroid conditions, be aware of potential calcium interactions if you also take calcium supplements [NIH ODS]. Always consult your personal healthcare provider before starting a new supplement, especially when data on its active ingredients is not available.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Veg 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