Nestle HealthScience Nutrisource Fiber Unflavored
Brand: Nestle HealthScience · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health and nerve function. However, the data also reveals significant risks associated with high intake that you should consider carefully [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Safety data is incomplete for this specific product. The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all products, but specific side effect counts for this item are not available. For calcium generally, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Data not available on the specific dose or serving size for this product. You should consult your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, as calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nestle HealthScience |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 7.2 Ounce(s) 205.0 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