Nutricost Collagen Hydrolysate Unflavored 11 g
Brand: Nutricost · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Nutricost Collagen Hydrolysate is a single-ingredient supplement containing calcium. However, we cannot confirm the exact amount of calcium per serving from the provided data. The data does not include specific studies or health claims for collagen hydrolysate itself. Our assessment is that this product is best understood through its calcium content, which supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a key structural component for your skeleton. It works by supporting bone density and mineral deposition, and it also helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. For this product, the collagen hydrolysate may provide amino acids, but specific mechanisms for collagen are not available in the provided data. You should rely on the calcium action for your health expectations.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are data not available. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from excessive calcium 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]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by checking if you need additional calcium from this supplement, as most adults get enough from food. Be cautious with total daily calcium intake from all sources to avoid the risks of high levels [NIH ODS]. If you take any medications listed in the interactions, take this supplement at least two hours apart from them. Data not available for specific dosing of collagen hydrolysate, so follow the label instructions exactly [FDA data].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nutricost |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 454.0 Gram(s) 1.0 lbs |
| 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