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News Release
October 07, 2009
ConsumerLab.com finds that only two-thirds of alpha-lipoic acid supplements selected for testing pass quality review -- Anti-oxidant supplements helpful to diabetics
White Plains, New York — Wednesday, October 7, — Alpha-lipoic acid (also called lipoic acid) is a natural anti-oxidant that can help diabetics reduce symptoms of peripheral neuropathy and control blood sugar, among other uses. ConsumerLab.
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.
Clinical Update
11/28/2017
Growing Concern with Biotin Causing False Lab Results
Biotin (a B vitamin found in B-complex and hair and nail supplements) can interfere with laboratory results resulting in the missed diagnosis or misdiagnosis of cardiovascular and hormonal conditions, such as Graves' disease (a form of hyperthyroidism). Physicians and lab personnel may be unaware of this interference. For details, see the "Biotin" section of the B Vitamins Review >>
Recalls & Warnings
November 21, 2024
Douglas Labs Stress-B-Plus Recalled
On October 7, 2024, Nestle Health Science (NHS U.S., LLC) issued a recall of two lots of Douglas Labs Stress-B-Plus because it contains incorrect information on the label.
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
December 09, 2021
Florida Man Convicted for Distributing Steroids Labeled as Dietary Supplements
On December 9, 2021, 37-year-old Florida resident James Boccuzzi was convicted of one count of conspiracy to defraud the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and one count of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances.
Recalls & Warnings
April 10, 2021
Companies Deceived Consumers About Fish Oil for Liver Disease, Says FTC
On April 1, 2021, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that fish oil supplement manufacturer BASF SE and its U.S.
Recalls & Warnings
February 17, 2021
FDA Warns Dr. Paul's Lab for COVID-19 Claims
On February 16, 2021, the FDA issued a warning letter to Dr. Paul's Lab following a review of the company's website by the FDA and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for selling COVID-Aid Tincture with unsupported claims that it can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
June 16, 2020
NutraCap Labs Warned for Unsafe Ingredients and Manufacturing Violations
On May 21, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to NutraCap Labs LLC, which found the company's products to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held under conditions that violate Current Good Manufacturing Practices for dietary supplements.
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
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
May 16, 2020
CBD Oil Recalled, Risk of High Lead Exposure
On May 15, 2020, Summitt Labs issued a recall of one batch of KORE ORGANIC Watermelon CBD Oil Tincture due to contamination with lead. A random sample of this product tested by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services found it to contain lead levels at 4.7 ppm.
Recalls & Warnings
May 02, 2020
Seller of Botanical and CBD Oil Patches Warned for Coronavirus Claims
On April 27, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Santiste Labs LLC for promoting its transdermal patches containing botanical oils and/or CBD with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
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
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
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
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
January 02, 2012
FDA Warns ION Labs of Manufacturing Violations Affecting Multiple Dietary Supplements
On December 5, 2011 the U.S.
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
July 30, 2008
Recall of Viapro Capsules Due to Potentially Harmful Ingredient
The U.S. FDA has posted a release noting that EG Labs, LLC announced a nationwide voluntary recall on July 23, 2008 of all lots of its supplement product sold under the brand name, Viapro, in 375mg capsules.
Recalls & Warnings
March 04, 2008
Two Supplements Recalled for Containing Viagra-like Compounds
On March 4, 2008, the FDA posted a release from Palo Alto Labs (dated February 28) announcing a voluntary nationwide recall of the company's supplement products sold under the name Aspire36 and Aspire Lite.
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
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
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 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
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
November 01, 2017
FDA Warns Sellers of Bodybuilding Supplements Containing Steroid-Like Substances
On October 23, 2017, the FDA issued warning letters to three supplement distributors because several of their bodybuilding products contain selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs).
Recalls & Warnings
August 19, 2015
Soylent Meal Replacement Powder Reported to Contain Lead and Cadmium
On August 13, 2015, an environmental-health watchdog group, As You Sow, filed a notice of intent to bring legal action against Soylent, a "meal replacement" powder, alleging violation of California's "Prop 65" Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act ...
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
March 24, 2015
FTC Mails Refund Checks for Calcium Supplements
On March 18, 2015, the FTC announced 17,606 refund checks, totaling $954,828 were mailed to consumers who purchased the calcium supplement AdvaCAL (Lane Labs).