Why labels matter
The Supplement Facts panel is the most reliable source for what is in a bottle. Marketing pages can summarize, but the label is the definitive record of serving size, amounts and ingredients.
Learning to read it takes just a few minutes and makes you a more confident shopper.
Step one: serving size
At the top you will find the serving size and the number of servings per container. A serving may be one capsule or several. Everything else on the panel refers to a single serving.
For Artivorin, check the bottle for the exact serving size and directions.
Step two: amounts per serving
Each ingredient is listed with its amount, usually in milligrams or micrograms. Compare products by amount per serving rather than by bottle size or marketing language.
Some blends list a combined weight without individual amounts, which makes comparison harder.
Step three: percent daily value
Where a daily value exists, the panel shows what percent a serving supplies. Many botanical ingredients have no established daily value, and the panel shows a symbol instead.
That is normal and not a sign that anything is wrong.
Step four: other ingredients
The line below the panel lists items such as capsule shells, fillers and flow agents. If you follow a particular eating pattern, this is the line to read carefully.
Look for allergen statements as well.
Compare fairly
When comparing two bottles, calculate the cost and the amount per serving. Look at the number of servings, the form of each ingredient and whether a standardization such as 95% Curcuminoids is stated.
Our ingredient overview shows what Artivorin names.
What public pages show
Artivorin's public materials name four ingredients: Turmeric Extract (95% Curcuminoids), CoQ10, Butcher's Broom and Alpha Lipoic Acid. The amounts are on the label.
If you want specifics before ordering, reach the team through the contact page.
Keep learning
The NIH Office of Dietary Supplements publishes plain-language fact sheets, and our reference list collects the links we use.
A confident shopper is one who has read the label.
A worked example
Imagine a label that lists a serving size of one capsule, 30 servings per container and a line for each ingredient with an amount in milligrams. Multiply the amount by the number of servings to see how much of an ingredient the whole bottle contains. Then divide the price by the number of servings to see the cost per day.
Do the same for a second product and compare. You might discover that a smaller bottle with a higher amount per serving offers better value than a larger bottle with a lower amount.
Understanding standardization
Some labels mention a percentage next to an ingredient, such as 95% Curcuminoids. That figure describes the concentration of a particular group of compounds in the extract. It is a handy clue that the manufacturer is aiming for consistency from batch to batch.
Not every botanical ingredient is standardized, and not every standardized ingredient is better. It simply gives you more information to work with.
Capsule shells and other ingredients
The other ingredients line lists items that are not active components but are needed to make the capsule. Common examples include the capsule shell, which may be made from gelatin or plant cellulose, and flow agents that keep powders moving smoothly through machines.
If you follow a plant-based diet or avoid certain ingredients, this line is the one to read closely. Allergen statements, if any, usually appear nearby.
Storage and expiration
Look for a best-by date and storage directions on the bottle. Most supplements are best kept in a cool, dry place with the lid tightly closed. Avoid leaving bottles in a hot car or a steamy bathroom, since heat and humidity can affect quality.
Write the date you opened the bottle on the label if you like. It makes it easier to keep track of your routine.
Questions to ask the seller
Good questions include: Where is the product made? Does the facility follow GMP standards? Is there a stated guarantee? How can I reach support? Reputable sellers answer these questions clearly.
You can send yours through our contact page and we will do our best to point you in the right direction.
Spotting proprietary blends
A proprietary blend lists several ingredients under a combined weight without showing the amount of each. That makes it hard to know how much of any single ingredient you are getting. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight within the blend, which gives a rough clue.
If you like to compare amounts closely, products that list every ingredient individually make the job easier.
Using the label alongside the website
Compare what a website says with what the bottle says. They should match. If something on the page is not on the label, ask the seller why. Consistency between the two is a sign of a transparent brand.
Artivorin's public pages stay close to the label wording, naming four ingredients and leaving specific amounts to the panel on the bottle.