HCActive

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  • HCActive Potassium-Magnesium (-)-Hydroxycitrate: 1500mg is 4.3× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (350mg)
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What the Evidence Says

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Hydroxycitrate is researched for its potential to support weight management by inhibiting fat synthesis. Evidence for these effects is generally limited and inconsistent across human trials. Due to a lower safety score, users should be aware of potential adverse effects and consult a professional.

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HCActive Potassium-Magnesium (-)-Hydroxycitrate: 1500mg is 4.3× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (350mg)

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This product received a low safety score because it contains an amount of hydroxycitrate that is over four times the recommended upper limit for daily intake.

Label

Product Label

Label for HCActive
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Label Data

3 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
30
Servings
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Exceeds UL by 4.3× (UL: 350 mg) 316 studies (A:8, B:159)

Other Ingredients

non-hydrogenated Palm Oil Silicon Dioxide Magnesium Stearate Cellulose Vegetarian Capsule
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Usage: Take 3 capsules twice per day 30 to 60 minutes before breakfast or lunch and again 30 to 60 minutes before supper, or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: Do not use this product if you have a medical condition (especially impaired kidney function, diabetes and/or glucose control issues).

Note: Women who are pregnant, lactating, trying to conceive, persons under the age of 18, or taking medications, consult your healthcare professional before using this product.

Note: Women who are pregnant, lactating, trying to conceive, persons under the age of 18, or taking medications, consult your healthcare professional before using this product.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Formulation Notes

Jarrow Formulas HCActive is a 70% concentrate of hydroxycitric (HCA) stabilized as a potassium-magnesium salt extracted from the fruit of Garcinia cambogia. HCActive was tested as Georgetown University and found to be highly asborbed and more bioavailable than HCA potassium-calcium salt.

Hydroxycitric Acid Garcinia Cambogia Extract Patented HCA Potassium Magnesium Salt 70% HCA

No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, or peanuts/tree nuts.

Suitable for Vegetarians/Vegans.

Non GMO

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place. Do not refrigerate.

Vegan V Veggie caps V Non GMO Certified by NSF www.nsfnongmo.org

04418HCACAP PROD # 114087

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU7 90011 14087 0
DSLD Entry Date2019-11-21
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID201051
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

849
Research Sources
56
Avg Quality
450
Meta Analysis
152
Rct
137
Systematic Review
73
Clinical Trial
11
Regulatory Source
7
Other
7
Guideline
3
Openfda Safety
2
Cochrane Review
2
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