Gaia Herbs Turmeric Boost Restore
Brand: Gaia Herbs · Form: POWDER [E0162]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Gaia Herbs Turmeric Boost Restore contains calcium, which plays a role in bone health. However, our assessment is that you should be cautious. Data for the specific product's full effects is not available, and the data we have on calcium highlights significant risks that you need to understand before taking this supplement.
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and is also essential for neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to proceed with caution. Data for the complete safety profile of this specific product is not available. If you take this supplement, be aware of the potential for serious side effects from high calcium intake and check for interactions with any medications you take [NIH ODS]. We recommend consulting your doctor before starting this supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Gaia Herbs |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 16.0 oz. 4.5 Gram(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