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Topic: Dietary Supplements
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Tennessee Department of Health says discuss Dietary Supplements with your Healthcare Provider to reduce risks
This TDH recommendation follows a recent study led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration which reported injuries and emergency room visits associated with dietary supplements including energy and weight loss products. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Consumer Reports’ Survey shows Americans Mistaken About Safety and Effectiveness of Weight-Loss SupplementsNew Test Results for Treadmills and Ellipticals Finds Many Home Machines Add Features and Connectivity Trying to Replicate a Personal Trainer
But a new survey from Consumer Reports finds that as many as one in four consumers try to shortcut the process with the use of weight-loss supplements. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Consumers Union Endorses Dietary Supplement Labeling ActBill would deliver better labels, stronger requirements for manufacturers, more information for consumers
Ami Gadhia, senior policy counsel for Consumers Union, said, “Millions of Americans take dietary supplements regularly. Many supplements may be safe and healthful, but there are numerous ingredients found in a variety of supplements that pose significant dangers to consumers. This bill would mean stronger requirements for manufacturers to deliver safe products and better labels with more information for consumers.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Consumer Reports Investigates Vitamins and Supplements: Ten Dangers That May Surprise YouPlus, advice for protecting yourself against hazards associated with vitamins, minerals, herbs, and other nutritional supplements
“Patients sometimes assume that supplements are safe because they are ‘all natural,’ but not all supplements are truly natural. In fact, one of the greatest safety hazards to consumers involves supplements that have been spiked with prescription drugs or toxic metals,” said Jose Luis Mosquera, M.D., medical adviser, Consumer Reports, and an internist who specializes in integrative health and medicine. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | 1 Comment »
FDA Issues Anti-Smuggling Strategy and Draft Guidance on New Dietary IngredientsAgency meets critical milestones in Food Safety Modernization Act
The FDA issued an anti-smuggling strategy developed by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that will help to identify and prevent smuggled foods from entering the United States and posing a threat to national security and consumer safety. ![]() FDA now requires dietary supplement manufacturers to notify them in advance when a new dietary ingredient is added to their products. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Beware of tainted products marketed as dietary supplements
FDA has found that these products are often promoted for weight loss, sexual enhancement, and bodybuilding.
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