OL Olympian Labs Incorporated Natural Garlic
Brand: OL Olympian Labs Incorporated · Form: SUPPLEMENT FORM, OTHER [E0172] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for bone health, but you need to be careful with dosing. Our assessment is that calcium supplements can be beneficial when you are not getting enough from your diet, but they are not for everyone. The data confirms that calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your bones and a signal messenger for your nerves. It helps deposit minerals into your bone matrix for density and strength, and it helps your muscles relax after contracting [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA 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 [NIH ODS]. Side effects from very high levels of calcium in your blood and urine 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 the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available for a specific daily dose recommendation for this product. You should get your calcium intake from food first. If you need a supplement, be aware that high calcium intakes carry risks. Always take calcium supplements at a different time than medications like thyroid hormone or antibiotics to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | OL Olympian Labs Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Caplet(s) 600.0 mg |
| 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