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Three Facts About Supplements That You Might Not Know
by Susan Patterson
Supplements are extremely popular for those who don’t like the side effects of prescription medications or may not have severe problems but want to increase their health. Unlike medications, the medical claims of supplements sold in the United States are not evaluated by the FDA, so it is difficult to know if they are actually effective. When choosing a supplement, the amount of choices can be overwhelming, and you could end up wasting your money on an ineffective product unless you do your homework. There are also many myths surrounding these products that keep people from choosing what works best for them.
A Closer Look at Supplement Labels
by Susan Patterson
Just like with food, all supplements produced in the United States are required to have labels detailing what they contain. It is important to know how to read these labels, as well as certain claims on the labels, to understand what they mean. Manufacturers of dietary supplements have a lot more wiggle room on what they can claim their product is. Check out the following information to help you to decipher fact from fiction on a supplement label. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Read a Dietary Supplement Label
by Susan Patterson
Unlike food and prescription drugs, dietary supplements produced in the United States are not evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as strictly. This loophole leaves ample opportunities to deceive customers, and there are thousands, maybe even millions, of confused buyers. But fortunately supplements have been studied by the government over the years and there are standards for manufacturer labels. Reputable companies often add extra information, allowing the savvy customer to take advantage of the opportunity to know what they are really putting in their body. Read the rest of this entry »
