Gaia Herbs Turmeric Boost Restore
Brand: Gaia Herbs · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: This product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health, but the data shows you should be cautious with supplementation. High calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder for your bones and a signaling agent for your muscles. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available. Side effects from high calcium levels include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [FDA data] [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Before taking this supplement, check your total calcium intake from food and other supplements. Calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine, so take it separately from these drugs [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Gaia Herbs |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 5.29 oz. 150.0 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