The Vitamin Shoppe Deodorized Garlic 500 mg
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The Vitamin Shoppe Deodorized Garlic 500 mg product is labeled as containing garlic, but the specific data provided for this analysis pertains to calcium, not garlic. Therefore, our assessment is that the evidence here does not support any claims for this specific product. Data not available for garlic in the provided data set. For calcium, the evidence shows it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block and a signaler. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps your muscles relax and nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels of calcium 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] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Because the data provided is for calcium and not for the garlic product you asked about, we cannot make a recommendation for The Vitamin Shoppe Deodorized Garlic 500 mg. For calcium supplements, be aware that they can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data not available for garlic interactions or effects.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 300.0 Capsule(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