Ultimate CHIAlife Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Renew Life
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Ultimate CHIAlife against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Ultimate CHIAlife is a dietary supplement by Renew Life with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation, diarrhea, high cholesterol.Based on those ingredients, 2,053 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Dietary Fiber, Oleic Acid. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ultimate CHIAlife by Renew Life
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.
What’s inside
Partial disclosure
Ultimate CHIAlife is a powder blend with 7 active ingredients centered on fatty acids and fiber. You're getting polyunsaturated fat, monounsaturated fat, linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid, oleic acid (a heart-healthy fat found in olive oil), and both soluble and insoluble fiber.
The product also contains chia as an inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Oleic acid—one of the main fatty acids in this blend—is rated possibly effective for lowering high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) and supporting heart health in coronary heart disease. The other ingredients in this product don't have effectiveness ratings on file in our data.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Oleic acid from food sources like olive oil is generally recognized as safe at normal amounts. However, the safety data on supplement-level doses in pregnancy and breastfeeding isn't well established, so there isn't enough information to know either way.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
If you take antidiabetes drugs (oral medications or insulin for type 2 diabetes), double-check with your pharmacist before using this product—oleic acid may increase their effects and lower your blood sugar more than expected. Several other ingredients in this blend could not be checked against our data.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glancePartially disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may help with cholesterol and heart health, but the main consideration is its oleic acid content and how it might affect diabetes medications. If you take any blood sugar–lowering drugs, check with your pharmacist before starting.
Anyone considering this for long-term use should discuss it with their healthcare provider.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 2 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 22, 2016.
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
General information
Key facts about Ultimate CHIAlife, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Renew Life |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 631257158567 |
| Net contents | 12 oz.; 340 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 22, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 64408 |
| Product type | Botanical With Nutrients |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Ultimate CHIAlife by Renew Life, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5 Gram(s) | 2% |
| Calories from Fat | 35 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 Gram(s) | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 Gram(s) | -- |
| Total Fat | 4 Gram(s) | 6% |
| Insoluble Fiber | 4 Gram(s) | -- |
| Protein | 2.5 Gram(s) | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0 Gram(s) | -- |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 Gram(s) | 20% |
| Linoleic Acid | 0 NP | -- |
| Oleic Acid | 0 NP | -- |
| Alpha-Linolenic Acid | 0 NP | -- |
| Soluble Fiber | 1 Gram(s) | -- |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4 Gram(s) | -- |
| Omega-3-6-9 | 3500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Chia
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Formulation
Glute-free No preservatives
Contains no GMOs, gluten, yeast, sugar, salt, dairy, wheat, soy, animal products, fillers, binders, preservatives or artificial ingredients.
General Statements
Stay-fresh pouch
Antioxidant rich
Resealable stay-fresh pouch
Ancient grain of the future Prized more highly than gold by the mighty Aztecs, Chia is a nutrient-dense super seed with remarkable levels of nutrition.
Packed by weight, not volume. Contents may settle during shipping and handling.
Manufactured in a GMP facility.
Made in USA
Quality and purity guaranteed
Formula
Source of Omega-3 100% Premium Chia Seed 5 g Fiber per serving
Higher protein quality than soy
In addition to its high fiber content, Chia is the richest known vegetable source of Omega-3 fatty acids. It is rich in antioxidants, has more calcium than milk, more iron than spinach, is a better protein source that beans or soy,and more!*
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Eat right out of the bag Add to casseroles & baked goods Sprinkle on cereal, yogurt & salads Stir into beverages, soups & sauces
Chia's pleasant, nutty flavor is a perfect addition to beverages, soups, sauces or baked goods. Sprinkle it on cereal, yogurt or salads. Enjoy right out of the bag for a fiber boost anytime.* Beverage idea Chia Fresca Ingredients (serves 1): 2 tsp. whole Ultimate CHIAlife seeds 8 to 10 ounces purified water Juice of 1 lemon or lime Optional: Brown rice syrup, honey or stevia may be added to taste.
Directions: For best results, mix one tablespoon (12 g) into 4 to 8 ounces of liquid or food up to three times daily. No grinding needed.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Renew Life The digestive care experts
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
FDA Disclaimer Statement
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Notice: Using this supplement without at least a full glass of liquid may cause choking. Do not use this supplement if you have difficulty in swallowing, acute cough or obstructed bowel.
Tamper evident: Do not use if pouch has been opened.
Storage
Store in a dry place at 59-86(0)F (15-30(0)C).
General
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Ultimate CHIAlife by Renew Life label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Ultimate CHIAlife by Renew Life
These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tbsp Dosage formPowder Servings per container38 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Protein
Dietary Fiber
Interacts with2,025 drugs
Black psyllium is a soluble-fiber supplement made from the seeds of a Plantago plant, used mostly to ease constipation and support digestive health. I...
Dietary Fiber monograph & interactions- › Insoluble Fiber
- › Soluble Fiber
Omega-3-6-9
- › Linoleic Acid
- › Oleic Acid
- › Alpha-Linolenic Acid
Other (inactive) ingredients: Chia. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Ultimate CHIAlife by Renew Life Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Ultimate CHIAlife by Renew Life contains several ingredients we could not check for interactions, plus oleic acid, which has documented interactions with antidiabetes drugs.
Oleic acid may increase the effects of oral diabetes medications (blood sugar–lowering drugs). Preliminary research shows that a diet rich in oleic acid can lower fasting blood glucose levels compared to other fat sources, so if you take insulin or other antidiabetes drugs, your blood sugar control could shift and need monitoring.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Additionally, polyunsaturated fat, insoluble fiber, linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid, soluble fiber, and monounsaturated fat—as well as the omega-3-6-9 blend—could not be checked against our data, so we cannot rule out interactions with those ingredients. Altogether, these interactions span 85 individual medications.
Before you start this product, use the medication checker below to look up your exact prescriptions, especially if you take any diabetes medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Ultimate CHIAlife interact with 2,053 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 5 ingredients in Ultimate CHIAlife interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Dietary Fiber Oleic Acid
PemigatinibPemazyre
How Pemigatinib interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pemigatinib interactionPemolineCylert, Cylert Chewable
How Pemoline interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pemoline interactionPenbutolol SulfateLevatol
How Penbutolol Sulfate interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Penbutolol Sulfate interactionPenicillamineCuprimine, Depen Titratable
How Penicillamine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Penicillamine interactionPenicillin GPfizerpen
How Penicillin G interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Penicillin G interactionPenicillin G BenzathineBicillin L-A, Permapen
How Penicillin G Benzathine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Penicillin G Benzathine interactionPenicillin G PotassiumPen-Tids, Pentids, Pentids 400, Pentids 800, Wycillin
How Penicillin G Potassium interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Penicillin G Potassium interactionPenicillin VPen-Vee
How Penicillin V interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Penicillin V interactionPenicillin V PotassiumBeepen-VK, Ledercillin, Pen VK, Pen-Vee K, V-Cillin K, Veetids
How Penicillin V Potassium interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Penicillin V Potassium interactionPenicillin VkRobicillin
How Penicillin Vk interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Penicillin Vk interactionPentaerythritol TetranitratePeritrate, Peritrate SA
How Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interactionPentazocineTalwin
How Pentazocine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pentazocine interactionPentetate Zinc TrisodiumZn-DTPA
How Pentetate Zinc Trisodium interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pentetate Zinc Trisodium interactionPentobarbitalNembutal
How Pentobarbital interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pentobarbital interactionPentobarbitonePentobarbitone
How Pentobarbitone interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pentobarbitone interactionPentosan Polysulfate SodiumElmiron
How Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium interactionPentostatinNipent
How Pentostatin interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pentostatin interactionPentoxifyllineTrental
How Pentoxifylline interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pentoxifylline interactionPerampanelFycompa
How Perampanel interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Perampanel interactionPergolide MesylateEpermax, Permax
How Pergolide Mesylate interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pergolide Mesylate interactionPericyazinePericyazine
How Pericyazine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pericyazine interactionPerindopril Arginine, AmlodipinePrestalia
How Perindopril Arginine, Amlodipine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Perindopril Arginine, Amlodipine interactionPerindopril ErbumineAceon
How Perindopril Erbumine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Perindopril Erbumine interactionPerphenazineTrilafon
How Perphenazine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Perphenazine interactionPexidartinib HydrochlorideTuralio
How Pexidartinib Hydrochloride interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Pexidartinib Hydrochloride interactionPhenacemidePhenurone
How Phenacemide interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Phenacemide interactionPhenazopyridineAzo-Standard, Phenazo, Pyridium, UTI Relief
How Phenazopyridine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Phenazopyridine interactionPhenazopyridine, SulfamethizoleThiosulfil-A, Thiosulfil-A Forte
How Phenazopyridine, Sulfamethizole interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Phenazopyridine, Sulfamethizole interactionPhenazopyridine, SulfisoxazoleAzo-Gantrisin
How Phenazopyridine, Sulfisoxazole interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Phenazopyridine, Sulfisoxazole interactionPhencyclidinePCP
How Phencyclidine interacts with Ultimate CHIAlife — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dietary FiberOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Dietary Fiber + Phencyclidine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Ultimate CHIAlife with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Dietary Fiber
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Theoretically, black psyllium might reduce the effects of carbamazepine and increase the risk for convulsions.
Theoretically, black psyllium might reduce carbamazepine absorption. A preliminary study using blond psyllium reported decreased carbamazepine bioavailability due to binding of the drug to psyllium, as well as reduction of available fluid in the gut for dissolution of the drug. This interaction may also occur with black psyllium.
Lithium
Theoretically, taking black psyllium at the same time as lithium might reduce lithium absorption.
The fiber in black psyllium might reduce lithium absorption and plasma levels. Some case reports describe a reduction in plasma lithium levels with concomitant administration of blond psyllium. This was reversed when psyllium was stopped. This interaction may also occur with black psyllium.
Metformin (Glucophage)
Theoretically, black psyllium might increase the therapeutic and adverse effects of metformin.
Animal research shows that concurrent consumption of blond psyllium with metformin slows and increases the absorption of metformin. This interaction may also occur with black psyllium. To avoid changes in absorption, take psyllium 30-60 minutes after metformin.
Olanzapine (Zyprexa)
Theoretically, taking black psyllium at the same time as olanzapine might reduce olanzapine absorption.
The fiber in black psyllium might decrease the absorption of olanzapine. A single case report describes a reduction in the effectiveness of olanzapine when it was concomitantly administered with an unspecified type of psyllium 3 grams orally twice daily. This effect was reversed when psyllium was stopped.
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Theoretically, taking black psyllium at the same time as digoxin might reduce digoxin absorption and decrease digoxin levels.
Psyllium might bind digoxin in the gut. However, some clinical evidence suggests that psyllium does not impact digoxin absorption.
Ethinyl Estradiol
Theoretically, taking black psyllium at the same time as ethinyl estradiol might alter levels of estradiol.
Concurrent use of blond psyllium with ethinyl estradiol results in a slight increase in the extent of ethinyl estradiol absorption and a slower rate of absorption. This is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Oral Drugs
Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Psyllium seems to have variable effects on drug absorption. To avoid changes in absorption, take psyllium 30-60 minutes after oral medications. Animal research shows that blond psyllium delays and increases the absorption of metformin and ethinyl estradiol. Case reports and animal research suggest that blond psyllium might reduce absorption of lithium, digoxin, olanzapine, and carbamazepine. Finally, some pharmacokinetic studies show that psyllium does not affect the absorption of levothyroxine or warfarin. Although many of these studies evaluated blond psyllium, the fiber content in black psyllium may have similar effects.
Oleic Acid
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, oleic acid might increase the effects of antidiabetes drugs. Preliminary clinical research in patients with type 2 diabetes taking oral hypoglycemic drugs shows that eating a diet rich in oleic acid from olive oil decreases fasting blood glucose levels when compared to eating a diet rich in linoleic acid from sunflower oil. It is unknown if taking oleic acid supplements would have this effect or if this change is clinically significant. Until more is known, use caution. Dose adjustment may be necessary. Some antidiabetes drugs include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, metformin (Glucophage), pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), and others.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Ultimate CHIAlife, from the product label.
Renew Life
- Name
- Renew Life Formulas
- City
- Palm Harbor
- State
- FL
- ZipCode
- 34683
- Phone Number
- 1-800-830-1800
- Web Address
- www.renewlife.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Ultimate CHIAlife’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Black Psyllium
Interacts with 2,025 drugsBlack psyllium is a soluble-fiber supplement made from the seeds of a Plantago plant, used mostly to ease constipation and support digestive health. It is best known and most studied for rel...
Read the full Black Psyllium monograph → Herb & supplement monographOleic Acid
Interacts with 86 drugsOleic acid is a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat found mainly in olive oil, canola oil, avocados, and nuts. As part of a Mediterranean-style diet, it is widely viewed as a healthier replace...
Read the full Oleic Acid monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Ultimate CHIAlife'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 19 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.
Black Psyllium 18 references
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- Perlman BB. Interaction between lithium salts and ispaghula husk. Lancet 1990;335:416.
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- Garcia JJ, Fernandez N, Diez MJ, et al. Influence of two dietary fibers in the oral bioavailability and other pharmacokinetic parameters of ethinyloestradiol. Contraception 2000;62:253-7. PubMed
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- Semen plantaginis in: WHO Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants, volume 1. World Health Organization, Geneva, 1999. Available at http://apps.who.int/medicinedocs/en/d/Js2200e/. Accessed November 26, 1026.
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