GNC Herbal Plus Odorless Garlic 1000 mg
Brand: GNC Herbal Plus · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that GNC Herbal Plus Odorless Garlic 1000 mg is a garlic supplement, but the specific health claims for garlic are not supported by the data provided. The only ingredient data available is for calcium, which is not the active ingredient in this product. Therefore, we cannot assess the benefits of this specific garlic supplement based on the information given.
How it works
Data not available. The provided data describes calcium's mechanism, not garlic's. Calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Since this product contains garlic, not calcium, we cannot explain how this specific supplement works.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this garlic product are not available [FDA data]. Side effects for calcium, which is not a primary ingredient here, include nausea, constipation, and abnormal heart rhythms at high levels [NIH ODS]. No garlic-specific side effect data was provided.
Our recommendation
Based on the data provided, we cannot recommend GNC Herbal Plus Odorless Garlic 1000 mg for any specific health purpose. The data does not include studies, side effect reports, or dosage information for garlic. You should consult a healthcare provider before using this supplement, as its effects and safety profile are not described in the available information.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | GNC Herbal Plus |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | On 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