EnergyFirst Organic Fiber

Our assessment

Our assessment: The evidence for EnergyFirst Organic Fiber is limited. The only data we have is for one of its ingredients, Calcium. While calcium is essential for bone health, its role in a fiber supplement is not supported by the data provided. We cannot make a claim about the fiber content or its benefits because that specific information is not available in the data.

How it works

Based on the data for calcium, the ingredient works through bone mineralization, supporting bone density and mineral deposition, and neuromuscular relaxation, which supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Without data on the fiber component, we cannot explain how the product functions as a fiber supplement.

Safety profile

The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in the blood and urine can cause 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 several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

We cannot recommend EnergyFirst Organic Fiber based on the data provided. The information for its primary function as a fiber supplement is not available. If you are considering a calcium supplement, discuss your total intake with your healthcare provider, as high levels carry significant risks [NIH ODS]. For the fiber component, we have no data to offer guidance.

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