NOW Candida Support — 90 Veg Capsules
NOW Candida Support — 90 Veg Capsules
NOW Candida Support is a food supplement combining traditional botanical ingredients with biotin and caprylic acid. Each serving of 2 vegetarian capsules provides pau d'arco bark, black walnut hull, oregano oil powder, caprylic acid, and high-dose biotin. Available in 90 and 180 capsule sizes from Probiotic.co.uk.
Key Facts
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 2 Vegetarian Capsules daily with food |
| Servings Per Container | 90 caps = 45 servings / 180 caps = 90 servings |
| Key Ingredients per Serving | Caprylic Acid 500mg, Pau D'Arco Bark 300mg, Black Walnut Hull 300mg, Oregano Oil Powder 200mg, Biotin 2,000mcg |
| Capsule Type | Vegetarian (Hypromellose / cellulose) |
| Dietary | Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Non-GMO, Kosher |
| Allergen Warning | Contains tree nut (black walnut hull) |
| Biotin Note | High-dose biotin may interfere with certain blood test results — inform your GP before blood tests |
| Brand | NOW (family owned since 1968) |
| Quality Standard | GMP Quality Assured, made in USA |
About the Ingredients
Pau D'Arco (Tabebuia heptaphylla) Bark — 300mg per serving
Pau d'arco is a tree native to South America. Its inner bark has a long history of traditional use as a botanical supplement across South American cultures. Each serving provides 300mg of pau d'arco bark extract.
Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) Hull — 300mg per serving
Black walnut is a tree species native to North America. The hull (outer casing of the nut) has been used traditionally as a botanical ingredient. This product contains black walnut hull — it is not suitable for people with a tree nut allergy.
Oregano Oil Powder (Origanum vulgare) — 200mg per serving
Oregano oil is derived from Origanum vulgare, a plant with a long history of both culinary and traditional botanical use. Each serving provides 200mg of oregano oil in powder form.
Caprylic Acid — 500mg per serving
Caprylic acid is a naturally occurring medium-chain fatty acid found in plant oils including coconut oil. In this formula it is provided as magnesium caprylate, delivering 500mg of caprylic acid and 45mg of magnesium per serving.
Biotin — 2,000mcg per serving (667% Reference Intake)
Biotin (vitamin B7) is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin. The EU authorised health claim for biotin is that it contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism and to the maintenance of normal hair, skin, and mucous membranes. This product provides 2,000mcg per serving — a high dose. High-dose biotin is known to interfere with certain laboratory blood tests. Inform your GP before any blood tests if you are taking this supplement.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per Serving (2 Capsules) | % Reference Intake |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 2,000mcg | 667% |
| Magnesium (from Magnesium Caprylate) | 45mg | 12% |
| Caprylic Acid (from Magnesium Caprylate) | 500mg | † |
| Pau D'Arco (Tabebuia heptaphylla) Bark | 300mg | † |
| Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) Hull | 300mg | † |
| Oregano Oil Powder (Origanum vulgare) | 200mg | † |
† Reference intake not established for this nutrient. Serving size: 2 vegetarian capsules. Servings per container: 45 (90-cap) / 90 (180-cap).
Other ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose capsule), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Silicon Dioxide.
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens — check the label before use if you have specific allergen concerns.
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Capsule shell is plant-derived (hypromellose).
Directions of Use
Take 2 vegetarian capsules daily with food. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose.
This product is a food supplement intended to supplement the diet. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Biotin warning: This product contains 2,000mcg of biotin per serving. High-dose biotin supplementation may interfere with certain laboratory blood test results. Inform your GP or healthcare provider that you are taking a biotin-containing supplement before any blood tests.
Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and heat. Do not use if the seal is broken or missing.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or have an underlying health condition, consult your GP or pharmacist before use.
Discontinue use and seek medical advice if any adverse reactions occur.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Regulated in the United Kingdom as a food supplement under the Food Supplements (England) Regulations 2003.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NOW Candida Support?
A food supplement providing pau d'arco bark (300mg), black walnut hull (300mg), oregano oil powder (200mg), caprylic acid (500mg), and biotin (2,000mcg) per 2-capsule serving. Available in 90 and 180 capsule sizes from Probiotic.co.uk.
What ingredients are in NOW Candida Support?
Per 2-capsule serving: Caprylic Acid 500mg, Pau D'Arco Bark 300mg, Black Walnut Hull 300mg, Oregano Oil Powder 200mg, Biotin 2,000mcg, Magnesium 45mg. Other ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose capsule), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Silicon Dioxide.
What is pau d'arco?
A tree native to South America. Its bark has a long history of traditional use as a botanical supplement. Each serving provides 300mg of pau d'arco bark.
What is caprylic acid?
A naturally occurring medium-chain fatty acid found in plant oils including coconut oil. Provided as magnesium caprylate — 500mg caprylic acid and 45mg magnesium per serving.
Why does this formula include biotin?
Biotin (vitamin B7) contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism and maintenance of normal hair, skin, and mucous membranes — an EU authorised health claim. Each serving provides 2,000mcg (667% RI). Note: high-dose biotin may interfere with certain blood test results — inform your GP before any blood tests.
How should I take NOW Candida Support?
2 vegetarian capsules daily with food. Do not exceed the stated dose.
Is this suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
Yes. Hypromellose (plant-derived cellulose) capsule — not gelatine. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Note: contains black walnut hull — not suitable for people with a tree nut allergy.
Does it contain gluten?
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. Contains tree nut (black walnut hull).
Will biotin affect my blood test results?
Possibly. This product contains 2,000mcg of biotin per serving. High-dose biotin is known to interfere with certain laboratory blood tests. Inform your GP that you are taking a biotin-containing supplement before any blood tests.
Can I take it if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Consult your GP or midwife before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or under medical supervision. Intended for adults aged 18 and over.
Can I take it alongside other medications?
Consult your GP or pharmacist before use if taking prescription medication. Always seek professional advice before combining supplements with prescribed medicines.
Is this product regulated in the UK?
Yes. Regulated as a food supplement under the Food Supplements (England) Regulations 2003. Not a medicine. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
What sizes are available and how long do they last?
90 capsules (45-day supply) and 180 capsules (90-day supply) at 2 capsules per day. The 180-capsule size offers a lower cost per serving.
How should I store this product?
Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep lid closed. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the seal is broken or missing.