MegaFood Turmeric Strength For Liver
Brand: MegaFood · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that MegaFood Turmeric Strength For Liver contains calcium as a key ingredient. While calcium is essential for bone health, the data does not provide specific information on the turmeric or other liver-support ingredients in this product. Our assessment is that this supplement may not be necessary for most people, and you should carefully consider your individual calcium needs before taking it [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium works as a master regulator for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps with neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For this specific product, data is not available on how the turmeric component supports liver function.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for this product category, but specific report counts for side effects are not available for this supplement. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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 recommend you do not take this supplement without first consulting your doctor. The data does not support a specific benefit for liver health from this product, and the risks from unneeded calcium intake are real. Get your calcium levels checked before starting any supplement containing it [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | MegaFood |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Tablet(s) |
| 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