Nestle HealthScience nutrisource fiber Unflavored
Brand: Nestle HealthScience · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Nutrisource Fiber is a product designed to support digestive health. However, based on the data provided, the primary active ingredient with detailed safety and efficacy information is calcium, not a fiber component. We must be transparent: the specific fiber ingredient data is not available in the provided information. For calcium, the data indicates it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder for your bones and a signal conductor for your nerves. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS]. If you are using this product for fiber, please be aware that the specific mechanism of the fiber ingredient is not detailed in the data provided.
Safety profile
The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific reports for this product are not isolated in the data. Regarding the calcium component: high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine calcium levels 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data on side effects specific to the fiber ingredient are not available.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is limited by the available data. For the calcium component, follow the RDA guidelines and be mindful of the serious risks of high intake [NIH ODS]. If you are taking any medications listed in the interactions, take this product at a different time of day. For the fiber benefit, we cannot make a specific recommendation because the fiber ingredient data is not available. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement, especially if you have kidney disease or heart concerns.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nestle HealthScience |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 0.14 Ounce(s) 4.0 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