Garden Greens Fiber Gummies
Brand: Garden Greens · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Garden Greens Fiber Gummies provide calcium as a primary active ingredient. Our assessment: while calcium is critical for bone health, the data does not support using these gummies for general fiber supplementation, as the fiber content is not specified in the provided data. For bone support, this product may be useful, but we must emphasize that the data on calcium is nuanced and requires careful consideration [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization by depositing minerals into bone tissue, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available. The data shows that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from high calcium levels include 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 [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available on the specific fiber content or dosage for these gummies, so we cannot recommend a specific serving. If you choose to use this product for calcium, be aware of the potential side effects and medication interactions. We recommend discussing this with your healthcare provider to determine if calcium supplementation is appropriate for you, and to ensure you are not exceeding safe intake levels [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Garden Greens |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Gummie(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