How to Read a Supplement Facts Label

A simple guide to understanding what’s inside your vitamins and gummies

You’re standing in the supplement aisle, holding a bottle of gummies in your hand. The front label looks promising—but the real information is on the back, under the “Supplement Facts” panel. Just like a nutrition label on food, the supplement facts panel helps you understand what you’re putting into your body. But for many, it still feels like reading a foreign language.

Let’s break it down.

What Is the Supplement Facts Panel? The Supplement Facts label tells you what dietary ingredients are in a supplement, how much is in each serving, and how that amount compares to recommended daily values. It’s your best tool to compare products, check quality, and ensure you’re choosing the right supplement for your health goals.

1. Serving Size This shows how much of the product you should take at one time. For example: “2 gummies.” All the other numbers on the label are based on this amount.
Tip: Always follow the serving size—more isn’t always better.

2. Servings Per Container This tells you how many servings are in one bottle. It helps you figure out how long the product will last and how it compares in value to other supplements.

3. Amount Per Serving Here’s where it gets interesting. This section lists:

• The ingredients (e.g., Biotin, Vitamin D3)

• The exact amount in each serving (e.g., 2500 mcg, 2000 IU)

• Sometimes, the form (e.g., “as cholecalciferol”)—this tells you the type of vitamin used.

Units to know:

• mg = milligram

• mcg = microgram (1,000 mcg = 1 mg)

• IU = International Units (used for some vitamins like D and E)

4. % Daily Value (%DV) This shows how much of your recommended daily intake the supplement provides.

• 100% = meets your full daily need

• Less than 100% = partial support

• More than 100% = extra boost (not always necessary unless recommended)

Remember: %DV is based on general needs. Individual requirements may vary depending on age, gender, or health status.

5. Other Ingredients Not everything in the supplement is active. This section lists supporting ingredients like:

• Gummy base (e.g., pectin)

• Natural flavors or colors

• Sweeteners

• Preservatives

If you have food allergies or sensitivities, always read this part carefully.

6. Allergen Information (if provided) Sometimes, brands also note whether the supplement contains allergens like:

• Milk

• Eggs

• Soy

• Wheat

• Fish/shellfish

• Tree nuts

• Peanuts

• Sesame

Look for labels that say "Gluten-Free," "Non-GMO," or "No Artificial Colors" if that’s important to you.

7. Other Label Sections to Check

• Suggested Use: How and when to take the product

• Warnings: Safety info, such as “Keep out of reach of children”

• Manufacturer Info: Who made the product and how to contact them

Why This Matters Understanding the supplement label helps you:

• Choose products that match your needs

• Avoid ingredients you don’t want

• Make smarter comparisons across brands

A Final Note： At Biobor, we believe in transparency. All our products come with clear labels, no unnecessary additives, and science-backed doses of key nutrients. 

Next time you read a label, you’ll know exactly what to look for—and why it matters.

Note: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.