Regulates:

- Food, except meat (USDA)

- Drugs

- Biological products (vaccines)

- Medical devices

- Animal drugs and feed

- Cosmetics

- Products that produce radiation (X-rays)

Does not regulate supplements

1. Is intended to supplement the diet;

2. Contains ≥ 1 dietary ingredients

- Vitamins

- Minerals

- Herbs or other botanicals

- AA

- Other substances or their parts;

3. Take by mouth as a pill, capsule, tablet, liquid or powder; and

 4. Is labeled as being a dietary supplement

In Essence:

- Reduces the FDA to a policing agency.

- Dietary supplement companies can publish limited information (benefits/adverse effects) on a supplement.

- Leaves it up to YOU to determine the safety and efficacy of the product.

Health Claims:

- Implies a relationship of a substance to disease or health related conditions.

- Ex: "Calcium can reduce the risk of osteoporosis."

Structure/Function Claims:

- Describe role of a nutrient intended to affect normal structure or function in humans.

- Ex: "Builds strong bones."

Quick and effective cure-all

Words like "scientific breakthrough," "miraculous cure," "exclusive product," "secret ingredient," or "ancient remedy."

Text is written in medicalized terms

Undocumented case histories claiming amazing results.

Doctor Recommended!!!

Common Types of DS

Vitamins/Minerals

Nutraceuticals

Herbs

Ergogenic Aids

Multivitamin/Multimineral: general health

Calcium*: prevents osteoporosis

Resveratrol: provide cardiovascular protection

Lycopene: reduce cancer risk (e.g. prostate)

Echinacea: boost immune function

Ginkgo Biloba: improve memory

Ginseng*: improves energy + mood

Creatine*: increases muscle size

Caffeine*: improve performance

Taurine*: increased energy

Guarana*: stimulant