BulkSupplements.com Black Garlic Extract
Brand: BulkSupplements.com · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the active ingredient in BulkSupplements.com Black Garlic Extract is calcium, but data on black garlic itself is not available. Based on the ingredient calcium, this product may support bone health, but you must be cautious about the specific form and dosage. Data not available for black garlic extract specifically.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder — it supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. The black garlic form may offer different properties, but clinical data on this specific extract is lacking.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all supplements. For calcium, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High calcium 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]. Calcium can reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available for the specific black garlic extract dosage or efficacy. If you are using this for calcium, do not exceed 2,500 mg daily from all sources. Check with your doctor before taking this, especially if you take antibiotics or thyroid medication [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 1.0 kg 35.3 oz |
| 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