Author Question: What tips for buying and using dietary supplements are recommended by the Office of Dietary ... (Read 51 times)

JGIBBSON · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

What tips for buying and using dietary supplements are recommended by the Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS)?

Question 2

What role does the FDA play in ensuring the safety and efficacy of dietary supplements in the United States?

yahahah24021 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Consider safety firstsome supplements can be toxic. Check with a health professional first. Think twice about chasing the latest headline. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. More may not be betterthis is almost always true when it comes to nutrition. Natural does not always mean safe, wholesome, or home-made.

Answer to Question 2

Unlike drugs, dietary supplements don't need preapproval by the FDA (or evidence of safety and effectiveness) before they are marketed. Labels can display health claims. Manufacturers and distributors are responsible for ensuring that their products are safe and their label claims are accurate and truthful. The FDA has the authority to take action against any dietary supplement believed to present a risk of illness or injury once it is on the market.