Indiana Botanic Gardens Safflower Oil With Vitamin B-6

Our assessment

The evidence shows that Indiana Botanic Gardens Safflower Oil With Vitamin B-6 is a product for which we have very limited data. Our assessment is based solely on the ingredients listed. For the ingredient calcium, the data confirms it plays a role in bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, because the product label is marked "See label," we cannot verify the exact amounts of safflower oil or vitamin B-6 present. This lack of specific dosing information means we cannot make a strong recommendation for this product based on the data provided.

How it works

Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a signaling molecule for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and helps with muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Safflower oil is typically a source of linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, but specific health effects for this product are not available in the provided data. Data for vitamin B-6 is not available in this dataset.

Safety profile

Safety data is limited. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but specific reports for this product are not available [FDA data]. For the ingredient calcium, side effects from very high intakes can include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. High calcium intakes might also increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Calcium can reduce the absorption of medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

Based on the available data, we cannot recommend this specific product. The lack of precise ingredient amounts makes it impossible to assess whether you are getting a meaningful dose of safflower oil or vitamin B-6. If you are seeking the benefits of calcium, the data supports getting it from food sources or a standard calcium supplement with a known dose, and you should be aware of potential medication interactions [NIH ODS]. For any supplement, always consult your healthcare provider before starting, especially if you take prescription medications.

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