Integrative Therapeutics Whole Body Integrative Cleansing System Fiber Formula
Brand: Integrative Therapeutics · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product provides fiber, but its key ingredient for health impact is calcium. Based on the data, calcium is essential for bone health, but you need to be aware of significant safety considerations and potential medication interactions. Our assessment: this is a supplement that requires careful, informed use, not something to take casually.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block and a cellular messenger. It supports bone mineralization, helping to build and maintain strong bones and teeth. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from high blood or urine calcium levels include poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [FDA data] [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you use this product only if you have a confirmed need for additional fiber and calcium. Be very cautious: calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Take this supplement at least two hours apart from those medications. Data on the specific fiber blend is not available, so its effects are unknown.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Integrative Therapeutics |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 112.0 Veg Capsule(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