Natural Factors GarlicRich Super Strength Garlic Concentrate 500 mg
Brand: Natural Factors GarlicRich · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product is a garlic concentrate, but the data provided does not contain any specific health claims, dosage recommendations, or clinical studies for garlic. For the ingredient calcium, which is not in this product, research supports its role in bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, since garlic is the active ingredient here, you should not expect the same benefits as calcium supplementation.
How it works
Think of this supplement as a concentrated source of garlic compounds. The data does not provide a specific mechanism for garlic, so detailed information on how it works in your body is not available. For calcium, which is unrelated to this product, the mechanism involves supporting bone density and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for garlic-specific side effects from the provided FDA data. The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but no garlic-specific report count is given. For calcium, which is not in this product, side effects can include nausea, constipation, and abnormal heart rhythms at high levels [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available for a specific daily dosage or benefit for this garlic concentrate. Without clinical studies or safety data provided for garlic, you should consult your healthcare provider before using this supplement. Consider that calcium supplements may interact with medications like bisphosphonates and levothyroxine [NIH ODS], but that does not apply here as this product contains garlic, not calcium.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Natural Factors GarlicRich |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 Enteric Coated Softgel(s) 500.0 mg |
| 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