Chart: Dietary Supplement Structure/Function Claims

Dietary Supplement Structure/Function Claims
Submitted to FDA under the Dietary Supplement Health & Education Act and compiled by F-D-C Reports, Inc. from information recently made available by the agency.
Company	Product/Ingredient		Date
FoodScience of Vermont	Best Digest		9/17/02
"Supports healthy functioning of the digestive and urinary systems."
FoodScience of Vermont	Simple Steps Carb Down		9/17/02
"Inhibits carbohydrate absorption."
Gaia Herbs	Astragalus		9/13/02
"Supports healthy immune function."
Gaia Herbs	Bilberry		9/13/02
"Supports healthy eye function and circulation."
Gaia Herbs	Black Cohosh Root		9/13/02
"Supports balanced change of life."
Gaia Herbs	Echinacea Supreme		9/13/02
"Ultimate support for healthy immune function."
Gaia Herbs	Feverfew		9/13/02
"Ultimate support during stress and tension."
Gaia Herbs	Ginkgo Leaf		9/13/02
"Promotes memory and circulation."
Gaia Herbs	Hawthorn Flower & Berry Supreme		9/13/02
"Ultimate support of healthy cardiovascular function."
Gaia Herbs	Kava Kava		9/13/02
"Ultimate support for relaxation."
Gaia Herbs	Melissa Supreme		9/13/02
"Supports healthy attention levels."
Gaia Herbs	Milk Thistle Seed		9/13/02
"Ultimate support for healthy liver function."
Gaia Herbs	Valerian Root		9/13/02
"For ultimate support of restful sleep."
Global Chinese Herbs Depot		Heart Health Treasure (multi-ingredient)		9/04/02
"Helps maintain healthy blood circulation."
Global Chinese Herbs Depot	Puller Herbal Extract Liquid (multi-ingredient)		8/28/02
"A natural herb extract to help maintain healthy lung function and support the immune system."
Global Chinese Herbs Depot	Zhi Chang Kang		8/28/02
"A natural herbal extract to help maintain and support human immune system."
Herbsforever		Blood Cleaner (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Helps to maintain skin lustrous smooth and silky with natural glow"; "Supports skin natural health and beauty"; "Maintains healthy blood circulation"; "Skin support system from inside out": "Blood purification support"; "Overall body health"; "A unique, balanced natural herbal formula"; "Helps to keep a clean colon and supports healthy liver and kidney functions"; "Recommended safe to be used along with any of our other products as a body purifier to enhance their fast effective results."
Herbsforever		Cholesterol Health (commiphora mukul, terminalia arjuna, pearl powder, inula racemosa)		9/16/02
"For smokers, high fat diet consumers, overweight and those having a highly stressful life"; "Guggul (commiphora mukul) and terminalia arjuna along with other herbs have been used safely for centuries in Ayurveda (Indian herbal system) as a natural support for healthy circulatory and cardiac function"; "Recent scientific studies confirm this."
Herbsforever		Digestive Care (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Helps promote healthy digestive system and gastrointestinal tract"; "Supports stomach function and food absorption"; "A safe unique, balanced natural formula that helps to alleviate occasional gas, minor heart burn and minor acidity due to excessive/heavy food intake and supports ingested food to the final product"; "Considered a household product formulation of herbs and spices, which have been sued safely for centuries in South Asia as a home recipe"; "This product is a natural support for healthy digestive feeling in daily life."
Herbsforever		Female Health (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Supports female body fitness"; "Provides energy, stamina, vigor and vitality"; "Helps to reshape and revitalize the body"; "A herbal tonic provides overall female health"; "A unique, balanced natural support for the nourishment and replenishment of the delicate female body from regular wear and tear"; "This product has herbs, which supports normal menstruation cycle, firmness of skin tissues and are astringent in action."
Herbsforever		Female-30 Plus (trifolium alexandrianum [arial plant], plant estrogens-isoflavones extract)		9/16/02
"Nutritional support for females beyond 30"; "Promotes emotional well-being"; "Promotes bone health and revitalizes the body"; "Trifolium alexandrianum is rich in proteins, clacium, iron, isoflavone and plant estrogens in natural form"; "Plant estrogens are close to human estrogens and the body accepts them as such"; "Supplements the body's own decreasing estrogen supply associated with mid-life"; "Dietary supplement for women interested in replenishing and maintaining healthy estrogen consumption to a level similar to those of traditional Latin and Asian diets, as Western diet contains less plant estrogens."
Herbsforever		Gluco Health (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Stops sugar craving"; "Natural herbal balanced sugar regulator formula"; "Revitalizes body, optimizes many body functions"; "A unique natural support as a pancreatic tonic"; "The main herb gymnema sylvestre, sanskrit name gurmar, blended with other herbs have been used safely for centuries as part of daily diet to help maintain healthy blood sugar level that is already within the normal limits"; "Recent scientific studies confirm this."
Herbsforever		Heart Health (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Supports circulatory system"; "Helps to maintain healthy blood pressure that is already within normal limits"; "Helps to support calmness and relaxation"; "Guggullipid (commiphora mukul) and terminalia arjuna along with other herbs have been used safely for centuries in Ayurveda (Indian herbal system) as a natural support for healthy circulatory and cardiac function"; "Recent scientific studies confirm this."
Herbsforever		Joint Health (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Helps maintain joint health and flexibility, supports cartilage and joint function"; "Revitalizes body and optimizes many body functions"; "Boswellia serrata balanced with other effective herbs has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine (Indian plant medicine)"; "A safe balanced herbal support for healthy joints' function"; "Recent scientific studies confirm this."
Herbsforever		LaxaComfort (ginger powder, senna, licorice, Indian laburnum)		9/16/02
"Alleviates occasional constipation and helps to maintain regularity"; "This products generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours."
Herbsforever		Male-40 Plus (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Natural support of testosterone"; "Helps provide concentration, bone and joint health"; "Supports memory and daily life activity"; "Helps to provide energy, stamina, vigor and vitality"; "Supports healthy immune system"; "Has a particular method of preparation according to traditional Tibetan theory, which has been safely used for many centuries as part of daily diet."
Herbsforever		Menopause Health (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Herbal support for a normal, healthy attitude during and post menopause"; "Natural support for mood swings and hot flashes associated with menopause"; "A unique herbal body tonic"; "This unique, balanced herbal formula contains herbs that have a safe history of usage for physical and emotional well being during and post menopausal period."
Herbsforever		Reslim (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Supports weight loss and body fitness"; "Helps decrease hunger and desire for sugar"; "Provides energy and stamina"; "Keeps skin tight and healthy"; "Helps to lose weight progressively the same way the body gains weight"; "It helps to keep skin tight while losing weight with maximum health and ho side effects"; "A safe and balanced formulation of garcinia cambogia (regulates deposition of fatty acids) gymnema (neutralizes the craving for sweets) gugglelipid (for normal cholesterol) shilajit-mineral pitch (for healthy R.B.C) ashwagandha (body tonic provides energy and stamina)."
Herbsforever		Triphala (emblica offcinalis, terminalia belerica, terminalia chebula)		9/16/02
"A natural detoxifying and rejuvenating formula"; "Helps to rejuvenate the membrane lining of the digestive tract and contributes to colon cleansing"; "Cooling in nature"; "As per Ayurvedic theory helps to reestablish the harmony of tridosa vatta (air) pitta (fire) kapha (water) of human body in balanced natural state"; "Recommended safe to be used before or along with any herbal supplement as a body purifier to enhance their effectivness."
Herbsforever		URI-Flush (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Helps promote healthy urinary tract"; "Supports clear and clean urinary tract"; "Supports healthy kidney function"; "Revitalizes and optimizes many body functions"; "A unique, balanced, natural herbal formula, which contains many herbs that have been used for centuries in Ayurveda (Indian herbal system) as safe, natural support for urinary tract healthy and kidney function."
Herbsforever		Vigor Forte (multi-ingredient)		9/16/02
"Powerful rejuvenator"; "Promotes sexual vigor and vitality"; "Supports erection and satisfactory libido"; "A unique herbal body tonic that contains herbs sanskrit name ashwagandha (means horse vitality)"; "Mineral pitch sanskrit name shilajit (means rock warrior) obtained from the Himalayan region"; "A natural source of 84 minerals required by our body."
Herb Pharm		St. John's Wort		9/11/2002
"Promotes positive mood and healthy emotional balance."
Indiana Botanic Gardens		Memory Complex Formula (under Botanic Choice brand name)		8/21/2002
"Supplies DHEA that decreases with age because it contains DHEA-hormone"; "Helps mental clarity and alertness because it contains L-Glutamine"; "Improves circulation, oxygen and blood flow because it contains ginkgo biloba"; "Supports physical endurance because it contains eleuthero"; "Helps stimulate the body because it contains peppermint"; "Energizes cells because it contains gotu kola, lecithin and choline."
Indiana Botanic Gardens		Royal Jelly Capsules (under Botanic Choice brand name)		8/21/02
"Helps boost vitality"; "Protects the immune system"; "Promotes alertness, energy, and that get up and go feeling"; "Plays a role in helping to maintain firm youthful looking skin by protecting skin cells and preserving collagen."
Indium For Life		Indium-APW (indium sulfate)		8/19/02
"Seems to enhance the absorption of the minerals and improve their utilization by the body"; "Seems to have a positive effect on hormonal balance"; "Increases levels of energy, speeds up metabolism, reduces visible signs of aging, and enhances sense of well-being."
Leiner		Menopause Formula		7/29/02
"Daytime relief: lack of energy, hot flashes, irritability, mood swings"; "Nighttime relief: occasional sleeplessness, night sweats, hot flashes"; "24-hour relief of menopause symptoms"; "AM/PM menopause formula is the only natural formula to relieve the common menopause symptoms you may experience during the day and at night"; "AM formula features standardized ginseng and green tea to give you daytime energy"; "PM formula offers theanine and valerian to help you sleep better"; "Both include time-tested black cohosh for relief of hot flashes, night sweats, and irritability."
Leiner		YourLife Concentrated Garlic		3/27/02
"Helps regulate already healthy cholesterol"; "Research indicates that consumption of garlic helps retain normal, healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels. Scientific studies suggest that the frequent inclusion of garlic in the diet may offer another means to help maintain good health."
Michael's Naturopathic Programs		Michael's Naturopathic Programs Green Tea Extract		9/10/02
"Ephedra-free thermogenesis"; "Has a controlled dosage of polyphenols enhanced with 50 mg of quercetin, an important bioflavanoid, further enhancing the formula's thermogenic effects. One great benefit of this standardized 90 mg of catechin in this green tea extract is its ability to stimulate thermogenesis without the associated increase in heart rate. Green tea extract is known as an all-natural fat burner, meaning it can increase fat oxidation while sparing lean muscle mass in all body types. Additionally, the polyphenol epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which is found in green tea, is recognized as a powerful antioxidant, among other health benefits."
Michael's Naturopathic Programs		Michael's Naturopathic Programs Probiotic Factors		9/10/02
"FOS are natural carbohydrates that enhance replication of beneficial bacteria"; "Six species promote healthy intestinal flora balance."
Michael's Naturopathic Programs		Michael's Naturopathic Programs Reishi Extract		9/10/02
"Our exclusive hot water process removes all of the naturally occurring indigestible materials found in mushrooms and mushroom mycelium bio-mass, leaving you with a potent 100% of the pure active compounds"; "Made exclusively from the fruit body, the only part of Reishi that contains those compounds traditionally used for their tonic properties."
Michael's Naturopathic Programs		Michael's Naturopathic Programs Cordyceps Extract		9/10/02
"Our exclusive hot water process removes all of the naturally occurring indigestible materials found in mushrooms and mushroom mycelium bio-mass, leaving you with a potent 100% of the pure active compounds"; "Used to increase energy and endurance, cordyceps is also used for supporting respiratory and immune health and as a male sexual tonic."
MTI BioTech		Re-Vigor (multi-ingredient)		8/13/02
"Clinically proven to maintain muscle and strength"; "The first nutritional supplement proven to reverse age-associated muscle loss and function without the rigors of exercise. The patented Re-Vigor formula is safe and works by targeting the underlying cause of muscle loss and reversing it."
Natural Organics		Ultra Cranberry Chewable (cranberry)		8/5/02
"Nutritional support for healthy urinary tract and overall well-being."
Natural Organics		Ultra Source of Life (lutein, vitamins and minerals)		8/5/02
"Nutritional support for natural energy production, healthy eye function and overall well-being."
Natural Organics		Ultra Lutein (lutein, zeaxanthin)		8/5/02
"Nutritional support for healthy eye function."
Natural Organics		Lemon/Lime Chewable Vitamin C (vitamin C)		8/5/02
"Nutritional Support for free radical defense and overall well-being."
Nature's Way		EFA Blend for Children (fish oil, evening primrose oil)		9/13/02
"Eye and brain function formula. DHA and related omega-3 polyunstaruated fatty acids are major elements of both brain and eye tissue"; "Combines the researched levels of these key essential fatty acids to support eye and brain function."
New Vision International		Liquid Essentials for Women		9/6/02
"Specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of women throughout their reproductive cycle and through the transition of menopause, this formula features black cohosh, an herb used traditionally by Native Americans and over the last half century in Europe for natural relief of PMS and menopause symptoms"; "Relieves symptoms commonly associated with PMS and menopause, including hot flashes, irritability, night sweats and related sleeplessness"; "Includes soy isoflavones and important vitamins B-6, B-12 and folic acid commonly used for symptom relief and nutritional support"; "Nutritional support for relief of PMS and menopause symptoms"; "Provides relief for hot flashes, irritability, night sweats and related sleeplessness"; "Experience natural relief of the uncomfortable symptoms often associated with PMS and menopause today!"; "Designed to meet the needs of women of all ages, especially those looking for relief of symptoms commonly associated with PMS and menopause"; "Vitamin B-12 - Along with folic acid, provides some of the necessary nutrients for DNA synthesis, nerve cell function and provides heart health benefits"; "Vitamin B-6 - This nutrient is needed by the body to make seratonin, melatonin, and dopamine that are essential for the regulation of mental processes."
New York Healthy Herbs		Health Plus for Women (multi-ingredient)		9/15/02
"Helps women to revitalize her body's feminine activities and energy."
NOW Foods		Black Walnut 500 mg		8/7/02
"Black walnut hulls come from the immature fruit of the black walnut tree (Juglans nigra). References to the use of black walnut hulls dates back to the ancient Greeks and Romans, and they have been used by many cultures throughout history as an herbal tonic. The black walnut tree is indigenous to the Middle East, but is currently grown in the U.S., Canada, and Europe as well."
NOW Foods		Coral Calcium 1000 mg		8/7/02
"Now coral calcium contains an alkaline form of calcium that can help to support a healthy serum pH. In addition, coral calcium contains a number of trace minerals that are important for bone health, as well as for optimal enzymatic activity. Now coral calcium is not harvested from living coral reefs or even from the ocean environment, but from above-ground sources in an ecologically friendly manner."
NOW Foods		Elder Flower and Berry Extract		7/27/02
"Elder (Sambucus nigra) is a small tree indigenous to Europe and to Western and Central Asia and the use of its berry and flower dates back to ancient Rome. More recently, elderberry has been recognized for its high nutritive value. Elderberry provides both vitamins A and C, as well as anthocyanins, which are potent free radical scavengers."
NOW Foods		Fennel Seed Caps, 500 mg		7/27/02
"Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is an herb that is native to the Mediterranean region, but is currently cultivated in most temperate areas where cooks appreciate it for its culinary uses. The constituent oils of fennel seed have been shown to possess considerable antioxidant activity."
NOW Foods		Feverfew		7/27/02
"Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) is an herb native to southwest Europe and its use dates back to ancient Greece. Recent studies have validated the efficacy of Feverfew for the relief of occasional headaches. In addition, significant scientific evidence inidcates that Feverfew may help to support healthy cardiovascular and immune function. NOW Feverfew contains 4% parthenolides, which are considered to be the bioactive constituents of the herb."
NOW Foods		Organic Alfalfa Leaf, 400 mg Caps		7/27/02
"Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a perennial herb that is indigenous to the Middle East. Because of its deep root system, Alfalfa is better able to absorb minerals from the soil than other plants. Therefore, Alfalfa is a rich source of vitamins and minerals, as well as chlorophyll. NOW Alfalfa Leaf Caps contain only organic Alfalfa, so it contains no pesticide or herbicide residues."
NOW Foods		Parsley, 450 mg Caps		7/27/02
"Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is an herb native to the Mediterrancean region, but is not cultivated in most temperate regions of the world. Parsley was known as early as the first century and was used by the ancient Greeks and Romans as both a flavoring and garnish. Parsley provides potassium, vitamin A, and folate and is high in chlorophyll. The aromatic oils of Parsley make it an ideal breath freshener."
Nutra Therapeutics		FloraZyme		8/28/02
"Contains a full spectrum digestive enzyme formula in combination with two proven probiotic agents, which provide nourishment and foster the growth and replication of health-promoting friendly bacteria within the large intestine"; "The digestive enzymes in FloraZyme help support the processes of digestion and assimilation by helping the body breakdown food matter into its most basic and absorbable form. Probiotics have been shown to support the proliferation of friendly gut bacteria, which in turn have been shown to modulate digestion, immune function, and important metabolic processes within the large bowel."
Nutra Therapeutics		Glucosamine Joint Formula		8/28/02
"Provides a pure and stabilized grade of glucosamine sulfate, MSM, and other natural agents that work synergistically to support the structure and integrity of joint cartilage as well as joint mobility. As our bodies age, and as a consequence of certain joint injuries, the ability to produce some of the nutrients necessary for normal joint function and cartilage building may decline. This can lead to degenerative changes within the joint cartilage, which are known to disturb normal joint function and produce varying degree of discomfort"; "Our unique blend provides proven, natural agents that nourish joint cartilage and help support joint health, with particular application for joints that have undergone degenerative changes to the cartilage structure."
Nutra Therapeutics		Nature's Relief		8/28/02
"A unique formula that contains the correct dosage and standardized grade of four powerful herbal agents that have been shown to suppress the production of pro-inflammatory prostaglandins. A major contributing cause of joint and muscle inflammation and discomfort stems from the synthesis of chemical hormones of the prostaglandin-2 series. These and other pro-inflammatory chemicals are produced in the body and affect the structure and function of muscles, tendons, bursa and other musculoskeletal structures."
Nutrilogix		Prostate 2.0		9/10/02
"A nutritional supplement scientifically created to support healthy prostate tissue"; "The formulation was created by a panel of board-certified urologists, and is based on recent studies which establish a link between nutrition and the maintenance of normal prostate tissue."
Perrigo		Garlic (under GoodSense brand)		8/16/02
"Helps maintain a healthy circulatory system."
PhytoPharmica		Cellular Forte MAX (multi-ingredient)		8/27/02
"Delivers exceptional support for the most critical combination of cells in the immune system"; "We have added cat's claw and maitake mushroom extracts to help enhance natural killer cell activity and critical B- and T-cell effectiveness, as well as support of the most important elements of the immune system."
PhytoPharmica		Concentration Formula (multi-ingredient)		9/11/02
"Taurine supports overall health in the central nervous system"; "NAC supports neurological health and enhances detoxification processes in the body"; "L-theanine is an amino acid that help promote a relaxed state without diminishing daytime alertness"; "DMAE is clinically studied in children to support focus, concentration, and healthy brain function"; "Phosphatidylserine supports brain health at a cellular level"; "Sea Friends Concentration Formula is a delicious, chewable formula with five ingredients that help support healthy focus and concentration in children"; "Chewable formula to support focus and attentiveness."
PhytoPharmica		End Fatigue Daily Energy B Complex (multi-ingredient)		8/26/02
"Dr. Teitelbaum has done groundbreaking research that identifies the precise nutritional requirements needed to help your patients forget fatigue and feel fantastic!" "The End Fatigue Energy Revitalization system was designed with Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., for people who lack daytime energy, often followed by restless sleep."