CVS Pharmacy Natural Daily Fiber
Brand: CVS Pharmacy · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product provides calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. Our assessment is that for most adults, dietary calcium from food is preferable, and supplements should only be used to fill a specific gap in your diet [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and teeth. It also plays a critical role in nerve signaling and muscle relaxation, helping your muscles contract and your nerves send messages properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, safety concerns include that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to first assess your daily calcium intake from food sources like dairy, leafy greens, and fortified foods. If you are not meeting your needs, a supplement can help, but you should be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | CVS Pharmacy |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 29.0 oz. 1.8 lbs 822.0 Gram(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