Gaia Herbs American Ginseng

Our assessment

The evidence shows that American Ginseng from Gaia Herbs is a botanical supplement, but the specific data provided does not contain any clinical studies or ingredient-specific safety information for this product. Our assessment is based on the available data, which is limited to general FDA adverse event reporting and unrelated ingredient information. You should know that the FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but data specific to this product is not available [FDA data].

How it works

Data not available for the specific mechanism of American Ginseng from the provided information. The data does include information on a different ingredient, calcium, which works through bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, this data does not apply to American Ginseng.

Safety profile

Data not available for side effects specific to Gaia Herbs American Ginseng. The FDA adverse event database contains 592,059 total reports across all supplements, but no specific report count for this product is provided [FDA data]. The data on calcium, a different ingredient, indicates that high levels can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. This information does not apply to American Ginseng.

Our recommendation

Based on the data provided, we cannot make a specific recommendation for Gaia Herbs American Ginseng. Clinical studies, dosing information, and side effect data for this product are not available in the provided materials. You should consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially when product-specific safety and efficacy data is lacking.

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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