Supplements and Safety (full documentary) | Hidden Dangers of Vitamins & Supplements | FRONTLINE

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Dietary Supplements

Products taken orally that contain dietary ingredients intended to supplement the diet.

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FDA's Role

The FDA does not review dietary supplements before they come on the market, leading to risks for consumers.

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Purity First

A supplement company that faced legal issues due to health problems linked to its products.

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Anabolic Steroids

Hormonal substances that can be harmful and were found laced in some Purity First vitamins.

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Quality Assurance

The process companies use to ensure their products meet regulatory standards for manufacturing practices.

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Certificate of Analysis

A document provided by manufacturers that certifies the contents of a dietary supplement.

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OxyElite Pro

A dietary supplement linked to liver damage outbreaks, prompting FDA action.

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False Labeling

The practice of misrepresenting the ingredients or claims related to dietary supplements.

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Consumer Advocate

An individual or organization that promotes consumer rights and protection against harmful products.

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Natural Products Association

One of the largest lobby groups for dietary supplement manufacturers.

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Health Claims Regulation

Laws governing what health-related benefits can be claimed on dietary supplement labels.

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Vitamin D Recommendations

The Institute of Medicine recommends adults get 600 international units per day.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Nutrients found in fish oil believed to have health benefits, though evidence is inconsistent.

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Buyer Beware

A cautionary statement urging consumers to be cautious and to research products they purchase.

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Grapefruit Seed Extract

An example of a supplement that may be adulterated with other substances.

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Androstenedione

An anabolic steroid that was illegally added to some dietary supplements.

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Self-Taught Expertise

A type of knowledge gained through personal study rather than formal education.

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Hurricane Sandy Health Reactions

Increased illnesses reported soon after individuals cleaned up after the hurricane, raising concerns about contaminants.

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Revolving Door in Regulation

The cycle in which individuals move between roles as regulators and those being regulated.

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DNA Barcoding Technology

A method used to ensure the authenticity of ingredients in dietary supplements.

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Liver Injury Network

A national initiative observing and researching cases of liver injuries potentially linked to supplement use.

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Adverse Events Reporting

The process in which consumers or healthcare providers report negative reactions to dietary supplements.

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Fake Supplements

Product that does not contain the ingredients listed on the label, often misleading customers.

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Medical Libraries

Collections of medical texts and resources, often used by individuals studying medicine independently.

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Herbal Products Study

Research conducted to test the accuracy of herbal supplements against their labels.

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Inadequate Regulations

Lack of effective laws governing the manufacturing and sale of dietary supplements, posing risks to consumers.

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Supplement Quality Crisis

A widespread issue in which consumers cannot trust the contents of dietary supplements.

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Consumer Health Risks

Potential dangers consumers face when using unregulated or improperly manufactured dietary supplements.

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Epidemiology of Supplements

The study of how dietary supplements affect public health and their associated risks.

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Doses of Supplements

Quantities of nutrients or compounds present in dietary supplements, which can often exceed recommended limits.

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Lobby Campaigns

Efforts by businesses to influence legislation and public policy regarding the supplement industry.

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Health Supplement Fraud

The act of falsely advertising or mislabeling dietary supplements, resulting in consumer deception.

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