The Vitamin Shoppe Aged Garlic Extract 600 mg
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while Aged Garlic Extract from The Vitamin Shoppe is a popular supplement, the specific data on this product is limited. Our assessment is based on the ingredient profile, and for this product, data on the exact mechanism of action, benefits, and interactions for the specific "Aged Garlic Extract" ingredient is not available in the provided data. We must rely on the available safety data for the broader supplement category.
How it works
Data not available for the specific mechanism of action for the ingredient in this product. The provided data on Calcium, which is not a listed ingredient in this product, describes a mechanism of bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. This information does not apply to the Aged Garlic Extract product you asked about.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for all dietary supplements [FDA data]. However, specific side effect data, including report counts, for this particular Aged Garlic Extract product is not available in the provided data. For context, high intakes of a different mineral, Calcium, can cause side effects like constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms, but this is not relevant to the product you are asking about [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We cannot make a specific recommendation for this product based on the data provided. The information on efficacy, interactions, and specific side effects for The Vitamin Shoppe Aged Garlic Extract 600 mg is not available. We recommend consulting with your healthcare provider before starting this or any new supplement, especially since the safety profile for this specific product cannot be fully assessed from the data given.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 200.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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