What kind of gelatin is the capsule made out of? How can one find out if it is pork or beef gelatin?
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Aloha: On the bottle, it says questions should be directed to phone # 1-800-9NATURE or www.naturesway.com
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http://www.naturesway.com/Products/Essential-Fatty-Acids-EFAs/15413-EfaGold-Borage.aspxThere is a form on Frequently Asked Questions, and you can ask the company.
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It isn't written on the bottle. However, it does say that it is not for vegetarians. I would ask a pharmacist but I doubt it is from pork. Gelatine is usually produced from either beef, fish or vegetable. Hope this helps. Patricia
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I'm going to chime in, because there seems to be some confusion? It is very likely, this product contains animal products, as gelatin--is typically--made from animal (bovine) bone and marrow. HTH.
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Yes. The capsules are gelatin. Under other ingredients on the label it states: gelatin.
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It is a form of gelatin. However, it works a lot better and you use less, it also gives the product a better and more professional taste.
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Hello Dan, I am surprised myself that I never checked origin of material to produce this gelatin which printed on the package only "NOW FOODS" as Distributer. I looked their web site but I couldn't find very clear answer. Regarding of consciousness I sent mail to the company. They responded promptly. But i am still not sure Why they couldn't specified of "local maker"- whoever it is,they could make anything in same building their Factory without let us know of. "MADE IN USA"doesn't mean 100% safe that we should always keep in our mind too. You might have now more information than mine.if so,please share information to other consumers! NOW FOODS Beef Gelatin Powder #6509 Manufacturer # 733739065094 Here's copy of their reply ; -----------Begin forwarded message: From : ProductInfo &lt;productinfo@nowfoods.com&gt; Date : September 6, 2013, 6:42:21 PDT Subject : RE: Beef Gelatin source Hello, We purchase this from a local manufacturer and confirm the quality in our facility. Produced and purified in Illinois, USA plant from components (cow hides) manufactured in the USA, Brazil, Argentina or Mexico. See our website for information on our Quality efforts under Elements of Quality. http://www.nowfoods.com/Quality/ Thank you for your inquiry, NOW Product Information Group From: contact_form@sitemail.nowfoods.com [mailto:contact_form@sitemail.nowfoods.com] Sent: Thursday, September 05, 2013 9:41 PM To: ProductInfo Subject: Contact Form from nowfoods.com
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No, it is not. Gelatine is made from ground bones, I believe this is from chicken bones.
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In other words is this gelatin made of cattle or swine? Hi Orianna. It's probably made of 'both' as most gelatins are a combination of both cow and pig by-products (such as left over skin). I was gonna say that it's not such a big deal since it's really only a tiny amount but now that I've been asked to put it into words, yeah, not such a good thing. It's very easy to overlook such minute ingredients but overall it can (and often does) make a difference. It's apparent now that I must have been 'asleep' to have overlooked this factor. I will continue to purchase 'activated charcoal' but no longer from Nature's Way. We should always look for the 'Vegetarian Capsule' label before making a purchase. Thank you for bringing this to my attention! ;)
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Its from non bse cattle http://www.drbvitamins.com/information/faqs/category/1Our capsules are typical gelatin capsules, with the exception of select products now available in veggie cap form. (See veggie cap listing.) They are made of gelatin from cattle, like the "Knox gelatin" sold in grocery stores.The gelatin used to make the Doctor's Best capsules is manufactured in accordance with strict guidelines that ensure it is BSE-free. The FDA and the supplement industry approved these guidelines. Our gelatin is made only from cattle living in non-BSE countries.
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I looked on my bottle. It just says gelatin, doesn't mention pork. The allergen warning is for soy. So I can't say for sure.
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The bottle does not say it has gelatin in it as I would not have purchase it if it had. I was looking for a veggie capsule because I try to keep kosher. Others might be vegetarians. Gelatin often comes from a pig rather than a cow. I had looked all over in all the drug stores I had access to before I found this one on-line. To be exact, the bottle says (mine does) it contains: "Vitamin D 3 50,000 units, Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable capsule. (Kosher and Halal certified). Contains no Dairy, egg, fish, shellfish, nuts, wheat, gluten, soy, sugar, yeast or artificial colors.' You have to be looking at something else; or, they've changed the product since I bought mine, but the bottle looks the same. The best you should do is contact the manufacturer. But, again, there is no word at all about "Gelatin" on my bottle. I just looked at the enlarged type on the bottle above and am concerned you've written an untruth about this product I looked all over for. There isn't a word about its having "Gelatin" in it and you should apologize. What I quoted is exactly what appears on the bottle pictured above. I wrote that before I checked to see what the bottle above says wondering how I could have missed that after searching for a couple of years for a kosher version.
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We are happy to help! As stated on the NOW Foods website, "The gelatin used in our gelatin capsules is obtained through the processing of collagen derived from the skin, white connective tissues and bones of beef and pork". We hope this information is helpful!
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I don't know what kind of Gelatin they use. I use the oil as supplement to my Yorkie's food. I puncture the capsule and put the oil directly on their food and toss the capsule away..
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The label doesn't say if it is bovine or pork, but label does say that it has rice flour and magnesium sterate which is derived from vegetable. The label just mentions gelatine capsules and doesn't give specifics on what it is made of.
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I was going to write that I had never heard of these kinds of gelatin capsules but I went to read the label on my bottle & it said: Gelatin capsules ( bovine, USP, Halal ). I googled it & it said that these capsules are manufactured in India & are in accordance with Islamic Law. I guess you'll have to research it further to fully come to an conclusion. I am enjoying the Black Seed very much though. I hope this response has helped you. Good heath to you.
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It is probably the capsule itself that is made from gelatin. If you have vegan concerns you may consider emptying the pills into a shot glass with a splash of water and drinking them. Just give the pill a gentle squeeze at both ends and a bit of a twist and pull and they will come apart easily.
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They are lanolin capsules which comes from sheep. The gelatin from the capsules are from a beef source according to another review. No pork products are used. I only know if it's kosher if it says so. Unfortunately I do not see Kosher being listed. I do swear by the higher dose of this product. I still have not had any colds or illness since I've been taking this.