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Product Review
NAD Booster Supplements Review (NAD+/NADH, Nicotinamide Riboside, and NMN)
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Clinical Update
1/28/2022
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CL Answer
Can I trust lab reports and Certificates of Analysis provided by supplement manufacturers?
Lab reports and Certificates of Analysis are provided by supplement manufacturers, but sometimes include incorrect testing and "dry labbing". ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
Recalls & Warnings
July 25, 2024
West Coast Laboratories Warned for Manufacturing, Labeling Violations
On March 12, 2024, the FDA issued a Warning Letter to West Coast Laboratories, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
November 24, 2025
Extended Release Niacin Recalled
Golden State Medical Supply issued a recall of multiple lots of prescription-only NIACIN Extended-Release Tablets (1,000 mg) because the tablets failed dissolution specifications. This can indicate that the tablets did not disintegrate properly, completely, or at the expected rate.
Recalls & Warnings
July 17, 2023
Seller of Ashwagandha, Lion’s Mane & Other Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On March 17, 2023, the FDA issued a warning letter to Brand Packaging Group, Inc. after FDA inspection of the company’s facility found products to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held under conditions that do not meet Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP).
Recalls & Warnings
January 03, 2024
FDA Warns Amazon for Selling Men’s Supplements Containing Prescription Drugs
On December 20, 2023, the FDA issued a Warning Letter to Amazon.com, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
September 01, 2022
Elite One Source Nutritional Services Warned for Manufacturing, Labeling Violations
On August 5, 2022, the FDA issued a warning letter to dietary supplement manufacturer Nutritional Laboratories International, Inc. (DBA Elite One Source Nutritional Services, Inc.
News Release
December 06, 2016
Which Brands of Alpha Lipoic Acid are Best? -- ConsumerLab.com Tests Lipoic Acid Supplements for Quality, Identifying Top Picks
White Plains, New York, December 6, 2016 — Alpha-lipoic acid supplements may improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes, reduce symptoms of diabetic peripheral neuropathy, and enhance weight loss when dieting.
News Release
October 11, 2016
What Are the Benefits of Resveratrol and Which Brands Are Best? -- ConsumerLab.com Reviews the Evidence and Tests the Quality of Popular Resveratrol Supplements
White Plains, New York, October 11, 2016 — Resveratrol supplements have been popular since 2006, when studies in animals showed "life-extending" and "endurance-enhancing" effects, among other potential benefits.
News Release
March 13, 2006
ConsumerLab.com reports on supplements for bone health containing calcium and vitamin D— Results posted for 32 supplements for adults and children; One found contaminated with lead
WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK — MARCH 13, 2006 — ConsumerLab.com announced test results today from its new Product Review of Supplements for Bone Health covering 32 adult and children's products containing calcium and vitamin D. Sales of calcium supplements in the U.S.
Recalls & Warnings
September 10, 2021
FDA Warns Ten Sellers of "Diabetes" Supplements
On September 7, 2021, the FDA issued warning letters to 10 supplement companies that made drug claims by promoting products to treat diabetes and/or lower blood sugar. Five of the products were sold on Amazon as well as on company websites. The products were promoted with statements such as
Recalls & Warnings
May 11, 2022
FDA Warns 10 Companies for Selling Workout Supplements With Dangerous Ingredients
On May 4, 2022, the FDA issued warning letters to 10 companies for selling products promoted for muscle building, fat burning and other uses that contain potentially dangerous ingredients not permitted in dietary supplements, including hordenine, higenamine, 5-alpha-hydroxy-laxogenin, and CBD.
Recalls & Warnings
January 04, 2024
Lone Star Botanicals Warned by FDA for Manufacturing Violations
On November 26, 2023, the FDA issued a Warning Letter to Lone Star Botanicals, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
May 23, 2020
FTC Warns 50 More Companies for Coronavirus Claims
On May 21, 2020, the FTC announced that it sent warning letters to 50 companies for selling products such as herbal products, immune system boosters, and vitamin C, with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
April 25, 2022
Some OTC Skin Lighteners Contain Potentially Harmful Ingredient, Warns FDA
On April 19th, 2022, the FDA issued warnings to 12 companies for selling over-the-counter (OTC) skin-lightening products containing hydroquinone.
Recalls & Warnings
July 28, 2022
FDA Warns Three Manufacturers of Sanitizer for Manufacturing and Misbranding Violations
Between July 8 and July 21, the FDA issued warning letters to three companies selling hand sanitizer products that violate Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), are adulterated and misbranded, and for refusal to allow the agency to access and copy company records.
Recalls & Warnings
February 22, 2024
Pacific BioLogic Co. Warned by FDA for Manufacturing Violations
On December 21, 2023, the FDA issued a Warning Letter to Curtis Jacquot, dba Pacific BioLogic Co.
Recalls & Warnings
March 13, 2020
FDA Finds Problems at 52% of Supplement Manufacturing Sites in U.S. and 42% Abroad
ConsumerLab.com has obtained results of the FDA's inspections in Fiscal Year 2019 (October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019) of 598 dietary supplement manufacturing facilities in the U.S.
Recalls & Warnings
July 31, 2020
FDA Warns Seven Sellers of "Hangover Cures"
The FDA recently issued warning letters to seven companies for promoting hangover relief products with drug claims (use the links below to read the full warning letter):
Recalls & Warnings
April 23, 2021
FDA Warns 5 Sellers of Unapproved COVID-19 Tests
Between March 18 and April 6, 2021, the FDA issued warning letters to five companies for selling unapproved, adulterated, and misbranded tests for coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
March 16, 2021
FDA Warns Seller of Essential Oils
On March 12, 2021, the FDA issued a warning letter to Ravenscroft Apothecary, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
August 13, 2020
FDA Warns Three More Companies Selling Unapproved COVID-19 Tests
Between July 23 and 24, the FDA issued warning letters to three companies for marketing unapproved, adulterated or misbranded antibody tests for coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
May 09, 2022
FDA Warns Five Companies for Selling CBD Supplements, Gummies and Creams With Delta-8 THC
On May 4th, 2022, the FDA issued warning letters to five companies for selling CBD and other products labeled as containing delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-8 THC).
Recalls & Warnings
November 26, 2019
FDA Warns Companies Selling CBD Products as Dietary Supplements
On November 25, 2019, the FDA issued warning letters to 15 companies for selling products containing CBD (cannabidiol) labeled and marketed as dietary supplements, and/or for making drug claims about these products.
Recalls & Warnings
January 10, 2013
FDA Warns Aloe and Herbal Supplement Companies For Manufacturing Violations
AloeScience Labs, Inc. -- On November 14, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to AloeScience Labs, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
August 02, 2012
FDA Warns Two Supplement Makers of Manufacturing Violations
On July 19, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to H & L Jerch Sales, Inc. for failing to maintain written quality control procedures, which constitutes a violation of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and caused the company’s products to be declared adulterated.
Recalls & Warnings
September 11, 2015
Thirteen Manufacturers Ordered to Stop Selling Devil's Claw Supplements
On September 9, 2015, the New York State Attorney General ordered 13 manufacturers, including Thorne Research Inc., NBTY, Inc. (Puritan's Pride) Inc., and Now Foods, to stop selling devil's claw supplements which were found to contain the incorrect species of the plant.
Recalls & Warnings
December 27, 2012
Two Supplement Companies Warned For Manufacturing Violations
Sterling USA Neutraceutical Lab, LLC -- On November 16, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to Sterling USA Neutraceutical Lab, LLC following a facility inspection which found the company’s dietary supplements to be adulterated because they were have been prepared, packed, or held under ...
Recalls & Warnings
August 18, 2006
Restitution Program for Purchases of Lane Labs' Products
On August 17, 2006 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it was notifying consumers of a restitution (refund) program for purchasers of three of Lane Labs-USA, Inc.'s products. The products are BeneFin, MGN-3 and SkinAnswer.
Recalls & Warnings
March 12, 2016
FDA Finds Problems at 58% of Supplement Manufacturing Sites in U.S. and Abroad
ConsumerLab.com has obtained results of the FDA's inspections in Fiscal Year 2015 (ending September 30) of 483 dietary supplement manufacturing facilities, showing that most -- 58.2% -- received letters indicating noncompliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
Recalls & Warnings
December 01, 2017
Nutra Labs Recalls Sexual Enhancement Supplements Containing Undeclared Drugs
On November 30, 2017, Nutra Labs Inc. recalled certain lots of its sexual enhancement supplements Bull 1800 mg Capsules and Chao Jimengnan 150 mg Tablets because they were found to contain undeclared sildenafil.
Recalls & Warnings
July 15, 2014
Pinnacle Labs International Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On June 24, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Pinnacle Labs International, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
March 14, 2011
22 Brands of Whey Protein Recalled Due to Salmonella Concern
The FDA posted a recall notice involving 22 brands of whey protein powder due to potential contamination with salmonella. The recall was voluntarily initiated on March 10, 2011 by the manufacturer of the products, Vitalabs, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
May 02, 2017
Seller of Amino Acid Supplements & More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On April 20, 2017 the FDA issued a warning letter to Naturecom Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
April 26, 2015
FDA Identifies More Products Listing Synthetic Amphetamine
On April 22, 2015, the FDA issued warning letters to sellers of weight loss and workout supplements that list a synthetic, amphetamine-like compound called beta- methylphenylethylamine (BMPEA) on product labels.
Recalls & Warnings
July 20, 2010
Recall of ED Supplement Containing Drug
On July 20, 2010, the U.S. FDA posted a news announcement from Good Health, Inc. regarding the recall of Vialipro, a sexual enhancement supplement sold nationally.
Recalls & Warnings
March 08, 2007
FTC Files Against Maker of Calcium and Fertility Supplements
On January 29, 2007, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it had filed civil contempt charges against Lane Labs, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
July 12, 2015
Marketers of Memory Supplement to Pay $1.4 Million to Settle FTC Charges
On July 8, 2015, the FTC announced the marketers of Procera AVH (Brain Research Labs Inc.) have agreed to pay $1.4 million to settle charges they made deceptive claims that the supplement could significantly improve memory, mood and cognitive function.
Recalls & Warnings
November 15, 2009
Nationwide Recall of a Weight Loss Supplement Found to Contain Undeclared Drug Ingredients
On November 12, 2009, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it informed GMP Herbal Products, Inc. that its product "Pai You Guo," a weight loss dietary supplement, contains undeclared drug ingredients.
Recalls & Warnings
January 16, 2010
Recall of Body Building Supplements Containing Steroids
On January 15, 2010, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted a voluntary recall notice from MuscleMaster.com, Inc. regarding all lots and expiration dates of seventeen dietary supplements sold in 2009 from June 1 and Novemember 17.
Recalls & Warnings
August 01, 2013
Fat Loss and Muscle Enhancement Supplements Found To Contain DMAA
On June 17, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Formulife, Inc., dba Purus Labs, Inc., following a facility inspection which found the dietary supplements Fat Smack XR Thermolipolytic, Muscle Marinade Fresh Fruit and Muscle Marinade Cherry Limeade to contain DMAA.
Recalls & Warnings
April 16, 2019
DMHA and Phenibut Are Not Permitted in Dietary Supplements, Warns FDA
On April 16, 2019, the FDA announced it has issued 11 warning letters to companies whose dietary supplement products contain the drugs DMHA or phenibut, and therefore are in violation of the law.
Recalls & Warnings
April 19, 2007
Recall of Another Sex Enhancement Supplement
On April 17, 2007 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website posted an announcement that Jen-On Herbal Science International, Inc. is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of the company's supplement product sold under the name H S Joy of Love. Jen-On Herbal Science International, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
April 03, 2014
Maker of Green Coffee Bean Extract and Weight Loss Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On March 13, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Libi Labs, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
July 23, 2009
Six Male Enhancement Supplements Found Adulterated
On July 15, 2009, the U.S. FDA announced that Obteron 1 Inc. dba Nature & Health Co. is recalling the following supplements: LibieXtreme, Y-4ever, Libimax X Liquid, Powermania Capsule, Powermania Liquid, and Herbal Disiac.
Recalls & Warnings
April 29, 2015
FDA Targets Weight Loss and Workout Supplements Listing Synthetic Stimulant DMBA
On April 24, 2015, the FDA issued warning letters to sellers of weight loss and workout supplements that list a synthetic, amphetamine-like compound called 1,3-dimethylbutylamine (DMBA) on product labels.
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
April 14, 2018
Men's Sexual Enhancement Supplement Recalled
On April 12, 2018, AMA Wholesale Inc. recalled its sexual enhancement supplement Rhino 69 Extreme 50000 because it was found to contain undeclared tadalafil.
Recalls & Warnings
November 09, 2019
Biotin Supplements Can Cause False Lab Test Results
On November 5, 2019, the FDA reminded consumers and health care providers that high amounts of biotin (vitamin B-7), found in many supplements, can significantly interfere with certain lab tests and cause incorrect results that may go undetected.
Recalls & Warnings
March 02, 2013
FDA Finds Manufacturing Violations At NSF-Certified Supplement Facility
The FDA recently warned dietary supplement manufacturer Beehive Botanicals, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
March 20, 2007
Recall of Adulterated Sexual Enhancement Supplement
As posted on the FDA website, on March 15, 2007, the company Barodon SF of Los Angeles, CA announced that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of the company's supplement product sold under the name V.MAX.
Recalls & Warnings
April 23, 2019
"Brain Boosting" Supplements Were Promoted With Non-Existent Clinical Studies
On April 10th, 2019, the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) announced the marketers of cognitive enhancement supplements Geniux, Xcel, EVO, and Ion-Z have agreed to settle charges that they made false claims about the product, including fake research references and celebrity ...
Recalls & Warnings
July 30, 2003
Maker of Weight-Loss and Cellulite Treatment Ordered to Stop False Claims and Pay Consumer Redress
On July 30, 2003 the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported that a Canadian-based company operating in the United States under the name “Bio Lab,” and its president, Jean-Francois Brochu, have agreed to settle FTC charges that they deceived consumers through false and unsubstantiated advertising ...
Recalls & Warnings
May 03, 2002
More Information on Recall of PC-SPES - Prostate Supplement
The FDA's May 1, 2002 Enforcement Report classified the recall of PC-SPES as a Class I recall. The recall was originally announced by its manufacturer in February with additional warnings from the FDA issued in March (see the 3/11/02 posting on ConsumerLab.
Recalls & Warnings
October 08, 2010
FDA Warns of Stimulant in Slimming Capsules
On October 8, 2010, the U.S. FDA advised consumers who have Slimming Beauty Bitter Orange Slimming Capsules not to use the product. FDA warns that Slimming Beauty Bitter Orange Slimming Capsules contain the active pharmaceutical ingredient sibutramine, a prescription-only drug which is a stimulant.
Recalls & Warnings
December 14, 2009
Nationwide Recall of Sexual Enhancement Supplements Containing Drug-like Compound
On December 14, 2009, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) posted a notice on its website regarding the recall of many sexual enhancement supplements sold by Atlas Operations, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
May 03, 2010
FDA Warns Consumers to Avoid Breath Supplement Contaminated with Lead
On May 3, 2010 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned consumers not to purchase nor consume Vita Breath, a dietary supplement manufactured by American Herbal Lab Inc. of Rosemead, Calif.
Recalls & Warnings
May 16, 2015
FTC Mails Refund Checks to Nopalea Consumers
On May 15, 2015, the FTC announced it is mailing almost 500,000 checks totaling approximately $3 million to consumers who purchased the cactus-based fruit drink Nopalea (TriVita Inc).
Recalls & Warnings
May 13, 2015
Amberen Weight Loss Claims Not Supported by Evidence, Says FTC
On May 12, 2015, the FTC announced it filed a complaint to stop Lunada Biomedical Inc. from advertising that its product Amberen is clinically proven to cause substantial weight loss in women over 40.
Recalls & Warnings
March 16, 2018
FTC Sends Refund Checks to Consumers of Unproven Weight-Loss Products
On March 15, 2018, the FTC announced it is mailing 18,301 checks totaling more than $437,000 to consumers who purchased weight-loss products from Colby Fox, Christopher Reinhold, and their companies, Tachht, Inc. and Teqqi, LLC.
Recalls & Warnings
January 29, 2018
Seller of Male Enhancement, Prostate Supplements & More Warned for Drug Claims
On January 10, 2018, the FDA issues a warning letter to USA Labs AKA Power Source Distributors, Inc following a review of the company's website which found statements made about its products, including Maximum Male, Beta 300 (Beta Prosturol), Chromium Max 1000, DHEA, Healthy Cold-X and ...
Recalls & Warnings
January 26, 2016
Seller of CoQ10, SAM-e, Vitamin D, and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On January 15, 2016, the FDA issued a warning letter to Nutri-Dyn Midwest, Inc., following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Cardioauxin BP, Zinc Lozenge, Oliver, Pau D'Arco, Petadolex, Chondro Jointaide, Dynagesic, SAMe-200, Gugulipid.
Recalls & Warnings
January 20, 2016
Maker of Growth Hormone, Testosterone Booster Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Misbranding
On January 8, 2016, the FDA issued a warning letter to Nutraloid Labs Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
September 22, 2018
MyoWhey Protein Powder Recalled
On September 20, 2018, Purus Labs, Inc. issued a recall of one lot of MyoWhey Chocolate Cookie Crunch protein powder because it may contain undeclared milk and soy.
Recalls & Warnings
May 19, 2018
Sexual Enhancement Supplements Containing Undeclared Drugs Recalled
On May 17, 2018, Shoreside Enterprises, Inc., recalled certain lots of its sexual enhancement supplements 7K and Poseidon 4500 (Extreme 1000 mg) because they were found to contain undeclared sildenafil and/or tadalafil.
Recalls & Warnings
October 05, 2007
FTC Charges Progesterone Cream Sellers with Making Unsubstantiated Claims
On October 5, 2007 the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced complaints against seven online sellers of alternative hormone replacement therapy (HRT) products, alleging that they made health claims for their natural progesterone creams without supporting scientific evidence.
Recalls & Warnings
January 20, 2006
Another Ginkgo Supplement Recalled
On January 19, 2006, Olympian Labs informed ConsumerLab.com that it recently issued a recall of a line of Ginkgo biloba supplements because the products "did not meet our specifications that our raw material supplier was contracted to follow.
Recalls & Warnings
June 15, 2009
Sexual Enhancement Supplement Recalled -- Second Time Found with Drug-like Compound
On June 15, 2009, the U.S. FDA announced that, per its order, Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of the company's product sold under the name Stamina-Rx.
Recalls & Warnings
July 29, 2008
Recall of Sexual Enhancement Supplements Containing Drug
On July 28, 2008 the U.S. FDA announced that Jack Distribution, LLC and G & N works, Inc. are conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of all lot numbers of the company's supplement products sold under the brand names Rize 2 The Occasion and Rose 4 Her.
Recalls & Warnings
February 24, 2015
Seller of Antioxidant Water, Energy Drops Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On February 18, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Better Health Lab, Inc.