The Vitamin Shoppe Deodorized Garlic 500 mg

Our assessment

The evidence shows that garlic supplements like The Vitamin Shoppe Deodorized Garlic 500 mg are commonly used, but the specific data available for the active ingredient in this product is limited. Data not available for this product's specific ingredient from the provided sources. We must rely on general safety principles.

How it works

Data not available for the mechanism of garlic from the provided sources. The product label lists the ingredient as garlic, but no specific mechanism, such as effects on blood pressure or immune function, is included in the provided data.

Safety profile

FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. No specific side effects or report counts for garlic are available in the provided FDA data section. Data not available for side effects of this specific product.

Our recommendation

Because the provided data does not include specific findings, safety information, or study results for garlic, we cannot make a confident recommendation. Data not available. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medication or have a medical condition.

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