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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 |
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A dietary supplement is a product that... |
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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 |
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DSHEA Health Act of 1994 did what? |
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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. |
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Health Claims vs. Structure/Function Claims |
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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." |
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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!!! |
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Vitamins/Minerals
Nutraceuticals
Herbs
Ergogenic Aids |
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Multivitamin/Multimineral: general health
Calcium*: prevents osteoporosis |
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Resveratrol: provide cardiovascular protection
Lycopene: reduce cancer risk (e.g. prostate) |
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Echinacea: boost immune function
Ginkgo Biloba: improve memory
Ginseng*: improves energy + mood |
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Creatine*: increases muscle size
Caffeine*: improve performance
Taurine*: increased energy
Guarana*: stimulant |
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