Has anyone confirmed for a fact that the gelatin or any other ingredient that makes up this pill is coming from animals?
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Yes. Gelatin is exclusively an animal product. It is made from boiling down the bones and connective tissue of animals (usually cows, pigs or fish) and drying it into a powder. All gelatin capsules are animal derived. If you are avoiding animal products, you'll need to find "cellulose capsules".
1457408
There are non-animal capsules, but these are typically marked "vegetarian capsule" or "Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose" or maybe the inconsistent "vegetarian gelatin". Anything like this that just says "gelatin" is almost certainly animal-based.
2087016
The label states other ingredients as being plant-based but not the gelatin capsule. There is no mention on the bottle that the product is 100% vegetarian. So, it looks as if the capsules are probably gelatin derived from animal sources.
1044416
Not for certain. It is unlikely that it is animal derived and is most likely plant derived due to cost and efficacy concerns. Suggest contact Nature Made which I had the same concerns with melatonin and they told me that they do not use animal product derivatives.
902258
My bottle does not list gelatin as an ingredient. The capsules appear to be made from vegetable cellulose.
909593
Not knowing the answer, I checked the label and the only ingredient which could have been from an animal source was zinc. I called the company and they stated the zinc was not from an animal source. The product should be safe for vegetarians.
139682
Hi there! Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, this product is not certified vegan or vegetarian. The ingredients in this product are as follows:Iron (naturally occurring), L-Tryptophan. Other ingredients: gelatin (capsule), dibasic calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, silica, and magnesium stearate.It is possible that the gelatin used to make the capsule is derived from animal sources. For more information, our best suggestion would be to contact Source Naturals directly. We hope this helps! ~Juliana
1550019
Anything that is gelatin coated is primarily animal not always vegetable sources and It's goal is to create flavor. To answer your question it does contain animal sources.
2080439
Bovine Gelatin means it comes from cows. Most gelatin that is used in pills/supplements on the market seems to come from pork. I try, where possible, to buy from companies that use a vegetarian capsule instead of the typical pork and beef formulations.
1908224
No, the capsule contains gelatin (from animals. Get their "vegetarian" DHA pill. http://www.spectrumorganics.com/?id=283
149083
The ingredients list includes gelatin. Gelatin, is a substance derived from the processing of animal collagen. There is also a warning label to do not take if you have a medical condition..
933738
There is gelatin in the capsules, and gelatin is made from animal bones so no, they are not vegan
2241746
Gelatin is not made of plant. Usually it is made from cow. The person who said the bottle said the gelatin was from plant sources did not read the label correctly. That was in reference to the cellulose. Read the label for yourself. Even jello is non-vegetarian.
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The gelatin that is used to manufacture capsules and softgels (and Jell-O brand gelatin) is derived from beef cattle. Gelatin is an animal-source protein but it is not a complete protein. It is missing several essential amino acids, including methionine and lysine. "Vegetarian" capsules are made of water-soluble cellulose, which is a dietary fiber that is derived from plants.
1647300
it is vegan and most likely the cholesterol comes from the gelatin capsules, but I cannot tell you for sure.
1007348
Well if it is, it's not listed on the bottle anywhere. "Other" ingredients include: gelatin, microcrystalline celluose, magnesium sterate :( and silicon dioxide. Also :(
1022520
The bottle simply says "Gelatin." I'm sure this refers to a common gelatin capsule. If you are concerned about beef and/or pork sourced gelatin you will need to contact the manufacturer.
1347763
All capsules are made of gelatin. It is not an ingredient of the contents. What effect does it have?, I have no idea. I would guess little to none.