Nutrition Now Fiber 4 g
Brand: Nutrition Now · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the primary active ingredient in this product, calcium, is essential for bone health, but the benefits depend entirely on your overall intake. For a product labeled as "Fiber 4 g," the data provided does not include any information on fiber content or its effects. Our assessment is based solely on the calcium ingredient listed in the data. You need to consider your total daily calcium intake from all sources, including food and other supplements, before adding this product [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your body's structural and signaling systems. It supports bone mineralization, helping to deposit minerals into your skeleton for density and strength. Additionally, it plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, allowing your muscles to relax and your nerves to signal properly after contraction [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all products, though specific report counts for this product are not available. The data warns that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from excessively high levels in the blood and urine 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] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to first assess your total calcium intake from your diet and any other supplements you take. If you do not have a specific calcium deficiency diagnosed by a healthcare provider, there is no evidence to support adding this supplement. If you do take it, take it at a separate time from the listed medications to avoid absorption issues. Data not available for the fiber component of this product, so its effects cannot be evaluated here [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nutrition Now |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Gummie(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
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- 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