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News Release
July 13, 2023
Best Vision Supplements According to ConsumerLab Tests
White Plains, New York, July 13, 2023 — Studies show that supplements containing lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc, and other ingredients can help slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration, which is the leading cause of blindness in adults over age 60.
CL Answer
Are gummy vitamins better or worse than pills?
Learn more about gummy supplements, including those for multivitamins, vitamins C and D, calcium, and B vitamins.
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Has the probiotic VSL#3 been changed or discontinued? Is Visbiome a good alternative?
Find out if the probiotic formula VSL#3 has been changed and how it compares with Visbiome. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
News Release
October 22, 2019
Best Vision Supplements Identified by ConsumerLab
White Plains, New York, October 22, 2019 — Supplements containing lutein and other ingredients can slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in adults over 60 years of age.
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Is it better to buy supplements which are combination formulas or single-ingredient?
Find out if combination formulas or single-ingredient individual supplements are better and why.
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Is Super Beta Prostate better than other prostate supplements?
Find out if Super Beta Prostate is effective, including clinical evidence and price.
Clinical Update
9/19/2024
Propolis for Vision?
Propolis is found in some eye formulas, but is there good evidence that is helps with conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, or retinal damage? Find out in our Vision Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among lutein and AREDS formula supplements.
Also find out if propolis has shown benefit for fatty liver disease or arthritis.
Clinical Update
10/18/2024
Wellness Formula for Colds?
The product Wellness Formula by Source Naturals is said to support the immune system to help people avoid sick days. Is there evidence of that? Find out in our article about supplements for colds.
Also see: Do any supplements help for flu?
Clinical Update
5/16/2023
Turmeric Formula Change
We learned that the ingredient formula in our Top Pick for Turmeric/Curcumin for dogs has changed -- see the Update. Also see our Top Picks among curcumin supplements for people and among turmeric spices.
Clinical Update
5/09/2017
Curcumin and Muscle Soreness
A recent study found a particular curcumin formula helped reduce soreness after exercise – although this has not been the case in other studies with different formulas. Find out what might help you in the "What It Does" section of the Turmeric/Curcumin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
11/10/2017
Curcumin for Memory
There is mixed evidence on whether or not curcumin helps improve memory. A recently published study found that a proprietary formula helped, although, last year, a study using a different formula failed to help. In both cases, certain side effects were more common among those taking curcumin than placebo. Get the details in the "What It Does" section of the Turmeric & Curcumin Supplements Review >> [Also see our Top Picks for dark chocolate bars in the Review.]
Clinical Update
10/24/2020
Microplastics in Baby Bottles
Preparing infant formula in plastic bottles introduced large amounts of microplastic particles into the formula according to a recent study. Get the details and strategies to avoid this in our answer about microplastics in food and beverages.
Clinical Update
4/27/2021
Best Curcumin Formulation?
Which curcumin formula has the best bioavailability? Learn what a recent study found when comparing the popular formulas C3 Complex, Meriva, NovaSOL and Turmipure Gold. See the Absorption and Bioavailability section of the Turmeric and Curcumin Supplements and Spices Review. Also see our Top Picks among turmeric and curcumin products.
Recalls & Warnings
March 02, 2026
Agebox iKids-Growth Day & Night Formulas Recalled
On October 28, 2025, Agebox recalled certain lots of Agebox iKids-Growth (Day Formula) and Agebox iKids-Growth (Night Formula) because FDA testing found that the products contain ibutamoren (MK-677), an undeclared drug ingredient that is not approved by the FDA.
News Release
October 17, 2012
ConsumerLab.com Tests and Compares Vision Supplements - Guides Consumers Through a Variety of Ingredients and Formulas
White Plains, New York — October 17, 2012 — Can a supplement improve your vision or prevent it from deteriorating? "The evidence shows that some supplements may help improve vision in people with macular degeneration and others can slow its progression," says Tod Cooperman, M.D.
News Release
April 26, 2012
ConsumerLab.com reviews prostate supplements with saw palmetto and/or beta-sitosterol and finds few likely to be effective
White Plains, New York April 26, 2012 — Can supplements reduce the symptoms of prostate enlargement in men, as some products claim? ConsumerLab.com researchers recently tackled this question, investigating the evidence behind prostate supplements and testing the quality of these products.
News Release
March 07, 2008
ConsumerLab.com finds most vitamin C supplements pass quality tests but one short on ingredient and some exceed tolerable levels
WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK — MARCH 7, 2008 — ConsumerLab.com reported test results today for a wide variety of vitamin C supplements. Vitamin C is the top-selling single vitamin in the U.S., with sales of $863 million in 2006 according to Nutrition Business Journal.
News Release
June 15, 2005
Two magnesium supplements fail testing due to lead contamination. Nineteen others pass. Report now available.
WHITE PLAINS, NY — JUNE 15, 2005 — ConsumerLab.com has released its latest report on the quality of magnesium supplements sold in the U.S. In addition to being an essential mineral, magnesium may help prevent migraine headaches, menstrual pain, PMS, and leg cramps during pregnancy.
Recalls & Warnings
July 16, 2025
Organic and Mineral Sunscreens, Tints, Recalled
On March 12, 2025, Kabana Skin Care recalled four brands of organic and/or mineral sunscreen products due to unspecified "deviations" in Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
Recalls & Warnings
December 26, 2024
Blood Sugar Supplement Recalled Due to Undeclared Metformin and Glyburide
On December 16, 2024, Shoppers- Plaza recalled all lots of Fouzee Sugarlin Herbal Formula capsules because they were found to contain undeclared metformin and glyburide.
Recalls & Warnings
June 10, 2024
StellaLife Homeopathic Oral Rinse & Spray Recalled Due to Yeast, Mold, and Bacteria
On June 5, 2024, HomeoCare Laboratories, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
June 13, 2024
Thyroid Supplement Recalled Due to Salmonella
On June 11, 2024, Penn Herb Company Ltd issued a recall of 51 bottles of Nature’s Wonderland Thyroid Formula capsules after FDA testing revealed the products to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Recalls & Warnings
March 23, 2023
FDA Warns Herbal Vitality for Promoting Supplements to Treat Cold & Flu, Kidney Stones & More
On March 7, 2023, the FDA issued a warning letter to Herbal Vitality, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
September 15, 2022
FDA Warns Parents Not to Use Mother's Touch Infant Formula
On September 6, 2022, the FDA warned parents and caregivers not to buy or give Mother’s Touch Formula to infants.
Recalls & Warnings
June 30, 2022
FDA Warns Seller of Vision and Allergy Supplements
On May 26, 2022, the FDA issued a warning letter to Golden Lab LLC following an inspection of the website, which found statements about the company’s DoctoRx’s Optimal Formula Ocular Pressure & Optic Nerve Support Formula Ocular Health Capsule, DoctoRx’s Optimal Formula ...
Recalls & Warnings
February 25, 2022
Similac, Other Infant Formulas Recalled, Linked to Illness and One Death
Update: (3/7/22) This recall has been expanded to include one lot of Similac PM 60/40 following the death of an infant who tested positive for Cronobacter sakazaki and consumed Similac PM ...
Recalls & Warnings
December 06, 2021
Fountain of Youth Formula Collagen Protein Recalled
On December 3, 2021, BUBS Naturals issued a voluntary recall of certain lots of the company's Fountain of Youth Formula Collagen Protein because it may contain milk.
Recalls & Warnings
November 10, 2020
FDA Warns Seller of Digestive Enzymes, Nattokinase, and More
On October 27, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to World Nutrition, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
December 29, 2020
FDA Warns Five Sellers of CBD for Claims of Treating Arthritis, Alzheimer's and More
On December 22, 2020, the FDA issued warning letters to five sellers of CBD following reviews of the companies' websites, which found statements made about the companies' products to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
December 11, 2020
FDA Warns Seller of Curcumin and Cholesterol Supplements
On November 20, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Natures Boost LLC following a review of the company's websites, which found statements made about the company's products Blood Boost Formula and Turmeric Curcumin to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
February 18, 2020
Seller of CoQ10, Resveratrol and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On February 5, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to R-Garden LLC, which found the company's Vitamin O, Gamma-Zyme, L.
Recalls & Warnings
May 15, 2016
Seller of Vision Supplements Warned for Drug Claims
On April 28, 2016, the FDA issued a warning letter to Macular Health, LLC.
Recalls & Warnings
August 29, 2013
Seller of CELLFOOD Supplements Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On August 1, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to supplement retailer Lumina Health Products, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
April 15, 2003
FTC Requires Scientific Evidence for "Snore Formula" Claims
On April 15 2003, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that an Arizona-based company, Snore Formula, Inc., its officers, and a distributor have agreed to settle FTC charges that they failed to have scientific substantiation for the claims made for "Dr.
Recalls & Warnings
November 04, 2002
Recall Of Selected Store Brand Infant Formula in U.S.
On November 1, 2002, Wyeth Nutrition, in consultation with the U.S.
Recalls & Warnings
January 16, 2015
CVS Sued for Eye Health Supplement Claims
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against CVS for promoting the company's Advanced Eye Health supplement as comparable to the formula used in the large National Institutes of Health (NIH) eye disease study known as AREDS2, despite the fact that it does not contain the same ingredients.
Recalls & Warnings
August 09, 2002
Recall of 7 Herbal Products from Botanic Lab in US and Abroad
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released the following Class II recall information in its August 7, 2002 Enforcement Report.
Recalls & Warnings
August 26, 2014
Seller of Immune Supplement Warned for Drug Claims
On August 12, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Ad-Med Biotechnology, following a review of the company's websites and product labels, which found statements made about Immune Active Adult Formula and Immune Active Children's Formula to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
September 26, 2012
Maker of Eye Health Supplements Warned for Drug Claims
On September 18, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to EyeScience Labs, L.L.C. because statements made about the company's Macular Health Formula, Dry Eye Formula and Diabetic Vision Formula supplements were found to constitute drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
September 10, 2012
Maker of Concussion Recovery Supplement Warned For Making Drug Claims
On August 28, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to Trinity Sports Group, Inc. after a review of the company's websites found statements about Neuro Impact Concussion Response Formula constituted drug claims not permitted on supplements.
Recalls & Warnings
July 18, 2017
Seller of "Super Strength Prostate Formula," Acai Berry Supplements & More Warned for Drug Claims
On June 30, 2017, the FDA issued a warning letter to Nature's Health Company, LLC, following a facility inspection and review of the company's website, www.natureshealthcompany.
Recalls & Warnings
March 28, 2008
FDA Warns of Adverse Reactions with Two Liquid Supplements -- Selenium Toxicity Possible
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers not to purchase or consume Total Body Formula in the flavors of Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar, or Total Body Mega Formula in the Orange/Tangerine flavor.
Recalls & Warnings
March 29, 2016
Maker of Bone Health, Prostate, Cholesterol Supplements and More Warned for Drug Claims
On March 17, 2016, the FDA issued a warning letter to Rx Vitamins, Inc., following a facility inspection which found the company's products, includingTestost-Rx, DB-7, The Bone Density Formula, NaturLo Cholesterol, ThyRx-7 and Arth-9 to be misbranded.
Recalls & Warnings
February 24, 2015
Seller of Heart, Brain and Diabetes Supplements Warned for Drug Claims
On February 6, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to LCW, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
February 13, 2013
Herbal Supplement Maker Warned For Manufacturing Violations, Misbranding
On February 6, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Genesis Herb Company LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's Seizure, Relax, Formula ARTH, Disintegrate, Gout, Plantain, and Colloidal Silver dietary supplements to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or ...
Recalls & Warnings
May 14, 2014
Maker of Mood, Smoking Cessation Supplements and More Warned for Violations, Drug Claims
On April 17, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to CDJ Holding, Incorporated, d.b.a.
Recalls & Warnings
September 14, 2016
Seller of Aloe, Prostate and Joint Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On April 8, 2016, the FDA issued a warning letter to Salud Natural Entrepreneurs, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
July 28, 2010
Choking Concern Prompts Eye Supplement Recall
On July 28, 2010, the U.S. FDA posted a recall by Bausch + Lomb of its PreserVision® Eye Vitamin AREDS 2 Formula with Omega 3 soft gels, only available within the United States.
Recalls & Warnings
October 24, 2003
Court Closes the Doors on Company That Sold Weight Loss Supplement
On October 24, 2003, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)announced that Mark Nutritionals, Inc. and Edward D’Alessandro, Jr. have agreed to settle federal charges that they used false and unsubstantiated claims to sell their weight-loss product.
Recalls & Warnings
June 17, 2004
FTC Challenges Deceptive Weight Loss Claims for Supplement Targeted at Hispanics
On June 17, 2004, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a new law enforcement action challenging false advertising for the 1-2-3 Diet Kit, a purported weight loss product.
Recalls & Warnings
December 31, 2005
Ginkgo Supplements Recalled
On December 28, 2005, Jarrow Formulas issued a recall of a line of Ginkgo biloba supplements because raw material potency is below the label claim. Affected are "Ginkgo biloba 50:1" products sold in 40, 60, and 120 mg strengths and a combination product "Ginkgo Biloba 50:1 + Grape OPCs, 60 mg."
Recalls & Warnings
May 15, 2018
Seller of Apple Cider Vinegar, Joint Supplements & More Warned for Drug Claims
On April 25, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to Baker's Best Health Products, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
February 06, 2016
Seller of Turmeric, Milk Thistle and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On January 15, 2016, the FDA issued a warning letter to Terra Firma Botanicals, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
June 06, 2017
Seller of Herbal Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On May 25, 2017 the FDA issued a warning letter to Life Rising Corporation, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Stomach Regulator, Fang Feng Formula, Skin Regulator, Regulate Liver, Circulation Regulator, Pancreas Support, Lung Regulator, Pure Tea, ...
Recalls & Warnings
April 01, 2017
Maker of Prelief, Urinozinc Prostate Health Formula Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On March 16, 2017 the FDA issued a warning letter to DSE Healthcare Solutions, LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Prelief and Urinozinc Prostate Health Formula to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held under ...
Recalls & Warnings
February 07, 2017
Seller of Chinese Herbal Products for Prostate, Menopause and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On January 23, 2017, the FDA issued a warning letter to Herbal Sciences International, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
April 25, 2013
Vision Supplement Company Warned For Drug Claims
On March 15, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Synticare Corp. because statements made on the company's website about certain supplements, including Maximum Lutein, AREDS 1, AREDS 1 Smokers, AREDS 2, Combo AREDS 1 and 2, and Combo Smokers AREDS 1 and 2, were found to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
August 30, 2012
FDA Warns of Medical Claims Made For Numerous Chinese Herbal Products
On August 15, 2012, the FDA warned Dragon Herbs that promotional statements made on the company's website constitute drug claims for twenty herbal products, including CardioPro 2000, Cordyceps, Duanwood Reishi, Gynostemma, Ginseng and Astragalus Combination, Dang Gui and Gelatin, Sweet Relief, ...
