Nature's Way Garlic Bulb
Brand: Nature's Way · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while your product is a garlic supplement, the data you provided pertains to calcium. For the specific product Nature's Way Garlic Bulb, data on its effectiveness is not available. Based on the calcium data provided, calcium is essential for bone health, but the evidence does not support taking it without a clear medical need [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your body. It supports bone mineralization, which is the process of depositing minerals to keep your skeleton strong. It also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Side effects from high blood and urine 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 [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Because the product you asked about is garlic, not calcium, we cannot make a recommendation for Nature's Way Garlic Bulb based on this data. For calcium, our recommendation is to get your levels tested before supplementing. If you do need calcium, take it with food and separate it from the medications listed above by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Way |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On 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