Nature's Way Korean Ginseng Standardized
Brand: Nature's Way · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Nature's Way Korean Ginseng Standardized is a botanical supplement, but based on the data provided, the product label lists calcium as an ingredient. Our assessment is that you should understand this product's potential role in your bone and nerve health, but the data does not contain specific studies or side effects for ginseng itself. For the ingredient calcium, the data supports its role in bone mineralization and neuromuscular function [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder and a signal messenger. It supports bone density by helping deposit minerals into your skeleton, and it also supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling throughout your body [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in the blood and urine 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]. Calcium may also reduce absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data on side effects specific to this product is not available.
Our recommendation
If you are taking this product for its calcium content, we recommend you take it with food for better absorption and separate it from any medications listed above by at least two hours. Start with a single serving per the label. Data on the ginseng component is not available, so we cannot make a specific recommendation for that ingredient. Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you have kidney issues or take prescription medications [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Way |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Vcap(s)(R) |
| 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