Body Choice High Fiber Hoodia Weight Loss Acai Flavor

Our assessment

The evidence shows that this product, Body Choice High Fiber Hoodia Weight Loss Acai Flavor, contains calcium based on the label. Our assessment is that relying on this product for weight loss is not supported by the data provided, and the calcium content presents specific risks you need to understand. You should not use this product without consulting a healthcare provider.

How it works

The ingredient calcium in this product works through bone mineralization, supporting bone density and mineral deposition, as well as neuromuscular relaxation, which supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. The data does not provide any mechanism for weight loss, hoodia, or acai from the listed ingredients.

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. High levels of calcium in the blood and urine can cause 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 the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data on side effects specific to hoodia or acai is not available.

Our recommendation

We recommend you do not take this product. The data does not provide evidence for safe or effective weight loss. If you need a calcium supplement, choose a standard, single-ingredient product and take it exactly as directed. Always separate calcium supplements from other medications by at least 2 hours to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS]. Consult your doctor before starting any new supplement, especially one with unstudied ingredients like hoodia.

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