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Grassfed Beef Liver Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Ancestral Supplements

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Grassfed Beef Liver is a dietary supplement by Ancestral Supplements with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anemia and low iron, vitamin b12 support, general energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 3 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are grassfed Liver. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Grassfed Beef Liver by Ancestral Supplements

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: grassfed beef liver. Liver is nutrient-dense and has been used traditionally as a source of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin, an inactive ingredient that holds the liver powder.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Liver Extract product and its label doesn't state a use — see Liver Extract's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that beef liver is effective for chronic fatigue syndrome — the data rates it as possibly ineffective for that use. For hepatitis C, there isn't enough reliable evidence to know whether it works.

If you're considering this product for a specific health concern, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the current evidence actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

No adverse reactions have been reported in the available data, but a thorough safety study hasn't been done. The bigger concerns are sourcing and nutrients.

Liver products can deliver very high levels of vitamin A and iron — amounts that may cause problems if you're taking them long-term, have an iron-storage condition, or are pregnant. There's also a theoretical risk of contamination from raw animal liver or, in rare cases, from countries where mad cow disease (bovine spongiform encephalitis, or BSE) has occurred — though no cases of BSE transmission from liver extract have been reported to date.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Liver Extract.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 3 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take warfarin (Coumadin) or any blood thinner, or if you're on iron supplements or iron-containing medications, double-check with your pharmacist before starting this product. Starting, stopping, or changing the dose could shift how these drugs work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're a generally healthy adult eating this in food amounts, the risk is low. But because this product delivers concentrated nutrients and carries real sourcing concerns, it's smart to check with your doctor first, especially if you take warfarin, iron supplements, have an iron-overload condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or plan to use it long-term.

Your pharmacist can help you weigh whether the benefits fit your situation.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 26, 2020.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Grassfed Beef Liver, straight from the product label.

Brand Ancestral Supplements
Barcode (UPC) 90123456789
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 26, 2020
DSLD ID 238787
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Grassfed Beef Liver by Ancestral Supplements, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
6 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
6 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
90123456789
IngredientAmount% DV
grassfed Liver3000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin Capsules

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Label statements
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General Statements

Nourish your way to health & happiness For most of human history, we effortlessly consumed (nose-to-tail) the things we needed for health and happiness. Like the fertile ground that we once walked upon, we were a natural extension of this earth. In the modern world, we unknowingly struggle to fulfill our nutritional needs in order to support and sustain a vibrant, disease-free life. Our mission is to offer the highest quality line of whole-food supplements with the purpose of putting back in, what the modern world has left out - Nourish your way to health and happiness.

Consider the source - New Zealand

Formulation

Our product line is 100% additive-free... Absolutely no stearates, lubricants, binders, fillers or flow agents.

Pasture-raised in New Zealand Grass-fed & grass-finished

Hormone, pesticide & GMO free Absolutely no fillers (or) flow agents

Our nose-to-tail product line is always from grassfed, inspected animals born and raised without the use of pesticides, hormones or antibiotics.

Health of livestock used for manufacturing in New Zealand is closely monitored by a world leading biosecurity system that is second to none, and is a global exemplar. Strict government licensing, auditing and certification procedures mean that our genuine New Zealand freeze dried products can be used with complete confidence in their origin, safety and efficacy. Freeze-drying preserves color, nutrients and biological activity of components leaving the nutrients in the same balance as found in nature.

180 capsules 500 mg ea

FDA Disclaimer Statement

FDA Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Six capsules daily or as directed by a healthcare professional

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Grassfed Beef Liver by Ancestral Supplements label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Grassfed Beef Liver by Ancestral Supplements

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size6 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Grassfed Liver

Interacts with
3 drugs
3000 mg per serving Form: Bovine

Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once...

Grassfed Liver monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin Capsules. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Grassfed Beef Liver by Ancestral Supplements Drug Interactions

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3 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Grassfed Beef Liver with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

grassfed Liver2 drug types · 3 drugs

Iron

Liver extract can contain heme iron. Taking liver extract with iron-containing medications or supplements may increase total iron intake and could increase the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects or excessive iron accumulation. The risk is greater with high doses, prolonged use, or in individuals with hemochromatosis or another iron-overload disorder. Review the iron content of the liver extract and the total elemental iron dose. Avoid unnecessary duplicate iron supplementation and consider monitoring ferritin and transferrin saturation when clinically appropriate.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K. Theoretically, starting, stopping, or substantially changing the amount of liver extract used could reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and lower the INR. However, this interaction has not been directly studied or reported in humans, and the vitamin K content of liver extract products is generally not standardized. Consider monitoring the INR after a meaningful change in liver extract use.

Likelihood Possible Evidence C
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Grassfed Beef Liver, from the product label.

Ancestral Supplements

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Name
Ancestral Supplements, LLC
City
Spring
State
TX
ZipCode
77379
Web Address
www.ancestralsupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Grassfed Beef Liver by Ancestral Supplements: Common Questions

Does Grassfed Beef Liver by Ancestral Supplements interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Grassfed Beef Liver has a known interaction with 3 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Grassfed Beef Liver contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is this safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Liver products can contain very high levels of vitamin A, which may harm a developing baby. The safety data isn't well established either. Talk with your doctor before using this during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — it's not a decision to make on your own.
Will this help my chronic fatigue?
The evidence we have rates beef liver as possibly ineffective for chronic fatigue syndrome, so we can't say it will help. If fatigue is affecting your life, your doctor can explore what might actually work for you.
What's the concern about mad cow disease?
Liver extract comes from raw animal liver from slaughterhouses, and there's a small theoretical risk of contamination in countries where BSE has been reported. No human cases have emerged from liver products so far, but until more is known, it's worth asking the maker where their cattle come from.
Can I take this if I have hemochromatosis or iron overload?
No. Liver extract contains heme iron, and adding more iron to your body when you already store too much could cause serious problems. Check with your doctor.
What nutrients does grassfed liver provide?
Liver is nutrient-dense and traditionally valued as a source of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. The exact profile depends on the animal and the product, so check the label or ask the maker for details.

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Sources & How We Checked

Grassfed Beef Liver's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 4 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Liver Extract 4 references
  1. Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
  2. Kaslow JE, Rucker L, Onishi R. Liver extract-folic acid-cyanocobalamin vs placebo for chronic fatigue syndrome. Arch Intern Med 1989;149:2501-3. DOI
  3. Ebinuma, H., Saito, H., Tada, S., Masuda, T., Kamiya, T., Nishida, J., Yoshioka, M., and Ishii, H. Additive therapeutic effects of the liver extract preparation mixture adelavin-9 on interferon-beta treatment for chronic hepatitis C. Hepatogastroenterolog
  4. Saito, H., Ebinuma, H., Tada, S., Tsunematsu, S., Atsukawa, K., Masuda, T., Tsuchiya, M., and Ishii, H. Enhancing effect of the liver extract and flavin adenin dinucleotide mixture on anti-viral efficacy of interferon in patients with chronic hepatitis C. PubMed

See these in context on the Liver Extract monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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