Gaia Herbs Turmeric Boost Restore
Brand: Gaia Herbs · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Gaia Herbs Turmeric Boost Restore contains Calcium, which is essential for bone health and muscle function. For most adults, the goal is to meet the RDA for calcium through diet and supplementation, but you must be careful not to exceed recommended levels due to potential risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a key regulator for your nerves and muscles. It directly supports bone mineralization and density, and it is critical for neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific data for this product is not available. High calcium intake carries specific risks: some research suggests it might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Extremely high blood levels of calcium can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Start by checking your total daily calcium intake from food and supplements to ensure you do not exceed the safe upper limit. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine, so take this supplement at a different time from those drugs [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Gaia Herbs |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 14.0 Packet(s) 2.2 oz. 63.0 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