Gaia Herbs DailyWellness Chia Fresh Daily Fiber
Brand: Gaia Herbs DailyWellness · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the key active ingredient in this product is calcium. For general wellness, calcium is essential for bone health, but you need to be careful about your total daily intake from all sources, including food and supplements [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton and a regulatory messenger for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and also helps with muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from very high calcium levels can include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
If you are using this product for daily fiber, be aware that it also provides calcium. Do not exceed your total daily calcium needs from all sources. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about potential interactions with any medications you take, especially thyroid medication or antibiotics [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Gaia Herbs DailyWellness |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 7.5 oz. 216.0 g |
| 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