Root To Health Tien Chi/Garlic & American Ginseng
Brand: Root To Health · Form: SUPPLEMENT FORM, OTHER [E0172] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product combines calcium, Tien Chi, garlic, and American ginseng. For the calcium component, we have clear data. For the other ingredients, specific data is not available from our sources. Our assessment is that you should focus on the well-documented role of calcium in your health regimen.
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block and a messenger. It supports bone density and mineralization, and it plays a key role in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. The data does not provide specific mechanisms for the other ingredients in this product.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available. For calcium specifically, high levels can cause side effects including 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]. Some research also suggests high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by evaluating your total calcium intake from food and other supplements. Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Take calcium separately from these medications. Data not available for specific dosing or efficacy of the Tien Chi, garlic, or American ginseng components in this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Root To Health |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 mg |
| 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