Herb Pharm Green Tea
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a foundational mineral for bone health, but it is not a supplement to take casually. Our assessment is that you should prioritize getting calcium from food first, and only use supplements under specific conditions, such as a diagnosed deficiency or an inability to meet needs through diet [NIH ODS]. The data does not provide specific side effects or report counts for the "Herb Pharm Green Tea" product, as the ingredient analyzed is calcium.
How it works
Think of calcium as the structural scaffolding for your skeleton. It works by supporting bone mineralization and density, which is critical for preventing fractures as you age [NIH ODS]. Calcium also plays a vital role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling, meaning it helps your muscles relax after contracting and ensures your nerves can send messages effectively [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but the data does not specify how many of these are directly linked to calcium. However, the NIH warns that high calcium intakes from supplements might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Side effects of excessively high blood calcium include poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, 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 and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Do not start a calcium supplement without first reviewing your diet. The RDA for most adults is 1,000–1,200 mg daily from all sources, and getting this from food is safer than from pills [NIH ODS]. If you must supplement, take no more than 500 mg at a time and separate it from the medications listed above by at least two hours [NIH ODS]. For the specific "Herb Pharm Green Tea" product, data on its unique effects is not available.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 4.0 fl. Oz. 120.0 mL |
| 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