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Are supplements such as Thyroid Care Plus helpful for hypothyroidism? Can supplements worsen thyroid function? And what is nascent iodine?
Learn about supplement ingredients such as iodine, selenium, zinc, acetyl-l-carnitine, ashwagandha and guggul used for thyroid conditions and find out if they are beneficial. Also learn why ingredients such as alpha-lipoic acid, soy, resveratrol, quercetin may impair thyroid function.
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Do sea moss and carrageenan have health benefits? Are there risks?
Sea moss is promoted for thyroid health, boosting immunity, improving gut health, and other uses. Find out if it works and learn about possible side effects of sea moss and its constituent, carrageenan.
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Can taking CoQ10 affect my thyroid levels or interact with my thyroid medication?
Learn more about CoQ10 and thyroid medications along with natural thyroid function. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
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I take levothyroxine (Synthroid), a thyroid hormone to treat hypothyroidism. Are there supplements or foods I should avoid, or be taking, due to this drug?
Is taking certain supplements and hypothyroidism medications bad? Learn which supplements can interact with thyroid hormone medications like levothyroxine (Synthroid), thyroid hormone levels, and laboratory tests.
Clinical Update
9/12/2023
Sea Moss
Sea moss, sometimes called Irish moss, is promoted for improving thyroid health, boosting immunity, and improving gut health, but are these uses supported by clinical evidence? Find out in our article about sea moss and its constituent carrageenan.
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Is soy in supplements good or bad for you?
Find out about the health benefits and/or safety concerns related to soy constituents (including soy isoflavones, soy protein, soy lecithin, and soybean oil), and learn how you can avoid soy in supplements if necessary.
Product Review
Potassium Iodide (KI) and Iodate (KIO3) Radioprotective Pills Review
Learn How to Choose the Best Radioprotective Iodine Pill and Use It Properly
Product Review
Kelp Supplements Review
Choose the Best Kelp Supplement. Be Cautious With Kelp! Only 50% of Supplements Pass CL's Review.
Product Review
Seaweed Snacks and Foods Review
Tests Reveal Seaweed Snack Risks
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Does Bacopa extract improve memory, mood, or sleep? Is it safe?
Find out if bacopa improves memory and cognition, mood or sleep, and whether it's been shown to be helpful in people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Plus, learn about the safety and common side effects of bacopa.
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Is it true that iodine can cause acne or other skin problems?
Information on iodine causing acne and other skin problems such as rashes and hives. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
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Adrenal Fatigue and Adrenal Support Supplements: Do they work and are they safe?
Find out what's really in supplements for adrenal support and adrenal fatigue, including herbal adrenal support supplements and bovine derived adrenal support supplements. Find out if they really work and if they are safe. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
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Will 7-keto DHEA help me lose weight?
Learn more about 7-keto DHEA supplements for weight loss, including clinical results.
Product Review
Nattokinase Supplements Review
Choose the Best Nattokinase Supplement. CL Tests Reveal Which Nattokinase Suppplements Provide the Best Quality & Value.
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Does Procera AVH really improve memory and mood?
Procera AVH information, including evidence from clinical studies on memory, cognition, mood, safety, and a lawsuit.
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How does Athletic Greens’ AG1 compare to multivitamins and Greens powders? Is AG1 worth it?
ConsumerLab reviews the ingredients in AG1, its safety and possible side effects, and how AG1 compares to other products.
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Low-Dose Lithium Supplements Review
Choose the Best Low-Dose Lithium Supplement. CL Tests Reveal Which Low-Dose Lithium Supplements Offer the Best Quality and Value.
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What are the health benefits of black cumin seed (black seed) oil?
Find out if black seed oil has health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure or cholesterol, asthma, weight loss, and others. Dosage, forms, including black seed oil and black seed powder, safety information, using black seed oil in foods and more. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
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What are the health benefits of green tea, and is it safe?
ConsumerLab explains green tea's potential health benefits for everything from fighting cancer to helping your heart.
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Do any supplements or foods help with migraine? Do any trigger migraine?
Find out if supplements such as magnesium, CoQ10, riboflavin, butterbur, feverfew and others help with migraine. Also learn about foods that may trigger migraine, including chocolate and watermelon.
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What are the side effects of ashwagandha supplements?
Learn about the safety and side effects of ashwagandha supplements, including headache, sleepiness, upset stomach, blood pressure and more. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
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Are there drug interactions with magnesium supplements?
Find out about interactions between magnesium supplements and over-the-counter antacids and laxatives such as Maalox, antibiotics, and statins and diabetes medications. ConsumerLab’s answer explains.
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Which vitamins and supplements should be stopped before getting blood work and laboratory tests?
Find out which vitamins and supplements can interfere with blood, urine or stool tests, and imaginging tests. Learn how B vitamins such as biotin, niacin and riboflavin, as well as calcium supplements, St. John’s wort, vitamin C, and others supplements can affect test results, as well as common foods that may interfere with tests.
Clinical Update
6/21/2022
Thyroid Product Caution
Use of a popular thyroid product may interfere with important thyroid tests, according to recent reports. Get the details in our article about Supplements and Hypothyroidism.
Clinical Update
10/25/2022
Black Seed for Thyroid Disease?
A CL Member commented that they take black seed oil for Hashimoto’s disease, which affects the thyroid. Is there evidence for this approach? Find out in our article about black seed oil.
Also, see our CL Answer about supplements for thyroid function.
Clinical Update
12/02/2022
Thyroid Medication & Tinnitus?
Does having thyroid disease, or taking the thyroid medication levothyroxine (Synthroid), cause tinnitus? Find out in our article about tinnitus, which includes information about the effects of more than one dozen medications, and whether supplements, such as PEA, can help.
Clinical Update
11/20/2018
Soy Can Affect Thyroid
Daily intake of soy isoflavones (as found in soy protein and soy isoflavone supplements) can affect thyroid hormone levels — even in people with normal thyroid function, according to a recent study. For details, see the "Concerns and Cautions" section of the Menopause Supplements Review and the Protein Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
1/12/2020
Concern With Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha can increase thyroid hormone levels, resulting in thyroid toxicity, even in people without a history of thyroid disease. Read about a recent case and learn symptoms to look for in the Concerns and Cautions section of the Ashwagandha Supplements Review. Also see our Top Pick among ashwagandha supplements.
Clinical Update
11/21/2023
Vitamin D for Thyroid Disease?
Does taking vitamin D improve thyroid function in women with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis? See what a recent study found in the What It Does section of our Vitamin D Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for vitamin D.
Also see: I take levothyroxine (Synthroid), a thyroid hormone to treat hypothyroidism. Are there supplements or foods I should avoid, or be taking?
Clinical Update
8/12/2022
Thyroid Medication and CBD Interaction
Levothyroxine (a thyroid medication) may interact with CBD. Learn more in our article about Interactions with Levothyroxine (Synthroid).
Clinical Update
2/01/2022
Vaccines, Blood Pressure, and Thyroid Symptoms
Find out if COVID-19 vaccines increase blood pressure or worsen symptoms of thyroid conditions.
Clinical Update
6/20/2017
Warning: Biotin Can Affect Thyroid Tests
Vitamins that contain megadoses of biotin (vitamin B7) can affect thyroid tests, according to recent studies. This can lead to an incorrect diagnosis of hyperthyroidism and improper treatment. See the "Biotin" section of the B Vitamin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
9/02/2017
Ashwagandha & Thyroid Function
Ashwagandha extract improved thyroid hormone levels in men and women with subclinical hypothyroidism in a new study. See the details in the "What It Does" section of our Ashwagandha Supplements Review -- which includes our Top Pick among ashwagandha supplements.
Clinical Update
8/28/2021
Biotin Interference With COVID Tests
Be aware that taking biotin (vitamin B-7) may interfere with COVID-19 antibody tests. Learn which tests are affected. Also find out about other laboratory tests (including thyroid and cardiovascular tests) that can be affected by biotin.
Clinical Update
11/05/2021
Fluoride and Hypothyroidism?
Can fluoride in toothpaste affect thyroid function? Find out what research suggests in our updated article about what to look for, or avoid, in toothpaste.
Clinical Update
10/24/2020
How Good Is Generic Thyroid Medication?
How well do people with hypothyroidism do on generic versions of levothyroxine (Synthroid)? We've added new information about this to our article about levothyroxine and dietary supplements.
Clinical Update
10/29/2018
Don't Take Calcium With Thyroid Hormone
A study showed negative effects of taking calcium too soon after taking levothyroxine (Synthroid). For details on how to safely take this combination, see the update in the Concerns and Cautions section of the Calcium Supplements Review. (Also see our Top Picks for calcium.)
Clinical Update
4/21/2013
Does Ginkgo Cause Cancer?
According to a new study from the government, animals given an extract of Ginkgo biloba for two years developed cancers of the thyroid and liver. Should you be concerned? See the "Concerns and Cautions" section of the Ginkgo Biloba Supplements Review for more information, as well our assessment of ginkgo's usefulness, and our tests of ginkgo supplements
Clinical Update
3/18/2022
Iodine Pills for Radiation Protection
Due to concerns relating to the safety of nuclear reactors and potential use of nuclear weapons in the war in Ukraine, demand for radioprotective iodine products has jumped.
Potassium iodide and potassium iodate can help protect the thyroid from the effects of radioactive iodine from the air, water, and foods after a nuclear event. But who should be taking these products, when should they be taken, and how much should be taken?
Find out in our review of Potassium Iodide and Iodate Radioprotective Pills, and see our Top Picks among products (and where to currently get them).
Clinical Update
11/08/2022
Thyroid Concern with NAC
A form of NAC was recently found to contain excess levels of iodide that caused hypothyroidism. Get the details, including the product used and symptoms that occurred, in the Concerns and Cautions section of our NAC Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
2/01/2022
Vitamin D & Autoimmune Disease
A major study suggests that supplementing with vitamin D may reduce the risk of some autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Fish oil may also have some benefit. But there are important caveats to the findings, and thyroid disease and psoriasis appear to be impacted. Use the above links for details.
News Release
December 20, 2021
Dangerous Amounts of Iodine, Toxic Heavy Metals Found in Some Seaweed Snacks, According to ConsumerLab Tests
White Plains, New York, December 20, 2021 — Dried or roasted seaweed has become a popular snack, providing a tasy, crunchy, and vegan-friendly source of protein, fiber, and iodine, an essential nutrient for proper thyroid function.
News Release
July 10, 2019
Best Selenium Supplements Identified by ConsumerLab
White Plains, New York, July 10, 2019 — Selenium is an essential mineral important for proper immune and thyroid function but taking a selenium supplement is often not necessary and, in some people, may increase the risk of cancer or diabetes.
Recalls & Warnings
September 21, 2023
Moor Herbs, Inc Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On August 1, 2023, the FDA issued a Warning Letter to Moor Herbs, Inc.
News Release
April 25, 2017
Caution with Kelp Supplements: May Contain Too Much Iodine
White Plains, New York, April 25, 2017 — Kelp supplements are promoted as a natural source of iodine, an important mineral for healthy thyroid function. But are they a good alternative to regular iodine supplements? To find out, ConsumerLab.
Recalls & Warnings
May 22, 2023
Nature’s Energy Children’s Colostrum Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk
On May 18, 2023, Nature’s Energy issued a recall of six lots of Children’s Chewable Colostrum products due to undeclared milk.
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.
News Release
June 25, 2002
ConsumerLab.com reviews radioprotective Iodine pills in response to terrorist threats — Quality of products is high, but local access is poor
WHITE PLAINS, NY — June 25, 2002 — In response to the threat of terrorist attacks on U.S. nuclear facilities, ConsumerLab.com, an evaluator of health and nutrition products, today released a Product Review of Potassium Iodide/Potassium Iodate (Radioprotective Agents).
Recalls & Warnings
February 04, 2020
Seller of Digestion Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On January 10, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Marco Pharma International LLC, which found the company's Absinthium Herbal Liquid Extract 100 ml (Absinthium), promoted for "digestive support", and other products, including S21 Multi Somaplex 100 ml (Multi Somaplex), ...
Recalls & Warnings
April 24, 2023
Terry Naturally and EuroMedica B Vitamins Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On April 21, 2023, EuroPharma, Inc. issued a voluntary recall of 4 lots of its Terry Naturally BioActive Vitamin B 60 count and 3 lots of its EuroMedica Active B Complex 60 count products due to undeclared milk. No illnesses have been reported to date.
Recalls & Warnings
March 05, 2020
Protein Powder Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk
On March 3, 2020, New Capstone, Inc. issued a recall of ReStructure Vanilla Protein Powder because it may contain undeclared milk.
Recalls & Warnings
April 06, 2018
Workout Supplements Recalled Due To Allergen Risk
On April 5, 2018, Independent Nutrition Inc, dba Back to Health of Eugene., issued a recall of certain lots of Ignite High Endurance Pre-Workout Supplements because they may contain undeclared milk.
Recalls & Warnings
February 27, 2018
Testosterone, Thyroid, Other Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk
On February 23, 2018, Progressive Laboratories, Inc., issued a recall of the following four supplements because they may contain undeclared milk:
Recalls & Warnings
July 16, 2019
FDA Warns Seller of Magnesium and CBD
On July 9, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Ceba-Tek, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
December 23, 2017
Seller of Meal Replacement, Protein Drinks, Cranberry and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On July 6, 2017, the FDA issued a warning letter to Professional Botanicals, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
May 12, 2018
Seller of Astaxanthin, Cinnamon, Pine Bark and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On March 22, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to Get The Tea following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Get the Tea Astaxanthin Max, Get the Tea Colostrum Complete, and Get the Tea Pine Bark Capsules, to be adulterated because they were ...
Recalls & Warnings
December 01, 2018
Seller of 5-HTP, Potassium & More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On September 7, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to The Delano Company, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
July 28, 2020
Iron Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergen
Between July 23 and 24, 2020, two companies issued recalls of iron supplements because they may contain undeclared milk.
Recalls & Warnings
April 23, 2013
Seller of Digestion, Thyroid and Vitamin D Supplements Warned For Drug Claims
On November 5, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to The Women's Health Institute at Texas following a review of the company's various websites which found statements made about Digest + SEB, Iodine Plus 2, and D5000 Vitamin D dietary supplements to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
January 23, 2014
Many Thyroid Supplements Contain Thyroid Hormones -- Risk of Thyrotoxicosis
A recent study found that 9 out of 10 supplements marketed for "thyroid support" and purchased at retail stores or on the Internet contained actual thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and/or triiodothyronine (T3), posing a risk to consumers.
Recalls & Warnings
October 12, 2018
Organic Plant Protein Shake Recalled
On October 11, 2018, Forager Project issued a recall of certain Nuts and Vanilla — Organic Plant Protein Shakes because the products contain almond flour which is not declared on the label.
Recalls & Warnings
July 06, 2018
Prescript-Assist Probiotic Recall Expanded
On July 6, 2018, LL's Magnetic Clay, Inc., expanded its original recall of Prescript-Assist, a "broad spectrum probiotic and prebiotic" supplement, because it may contain undeclared almonds, crustaceans, dairy, casein, eggs, and peanuts.
Recalls & Warnings
June 29, 2018
Prescript-Assist Probiotic Recalled
On June 29, 2018, LL's Magnetic Clay, Inc., issued a recall of certain lots of Prescript-Assist, a "broad spectrum probiotic and prebiotic" supplement, because they may contain undeclared almonds, crustaceans, dairy, casein, eggs, and peanuts.
Recalls & Warnings
April 09, 2018
Muscle and Recovery Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk
On April 6, 2018, AdvoCare International issued a recall of two lots of Muscle Strength and four lots of Nighttime Recovery dietary supplements because they may contain undeclared milk.
Recalls & Warnings
October 18, 2017
FDA Warns Seller of Arthritis, Blood Pressure, Diabetes Supplements For Making Drug Claims
On August 15, 2017, the FDA issued a warning letter to Years to Your Health, Inc., following an inspection of the company's website which found a number of their products to be misbranded, as they contained drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
April 16, 2014
Seller of Aloe, Thyroid and Other Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On March 21, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Aloe Man International Corp.
Recalls & Warnings
July 15, 2014
Vita Springs Health Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On June 24, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Albert Max Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
June 30, 2013
Warning Over Excessive Iodine Intake From Supplements, Including Kelp
On June 5, 2013, the American Thyroid Association (ATA) advised that children and adults, including pregnant and lactating women, consume no more than 500 mcg of iodine daily from iodine and kelp supplements.
Recalls & Warnings
August 26, 2014
Supplement Maker Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On August 14, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to dietary supplement manufacturer Big Easy Confections following a facility inspection which found the company's products to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held under conditions that violate Current Good Manufacturing ...
Recalls & Warnings
April 27, 2018
Labrada LeanPro8 Protein Powders Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On April 24, 2018, Labrada Nutrition issued a recall of certain lots of LeanPro8 protein powders because they may contain undeclared egg protein.
Recalls & Warnings
April 17, 2018
FDA Warns Seller of Echinacea, Iron, Aloe Supplements & More for Manufacturing Violations
On March 30, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to Ozark Country Herbs following a facility inspection which found a number of the company's products, including Echinacea-Goldenseal, Natural Iron, and Aloe-Vera Goldenseal Salve, to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held under ...
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
August 03, 2018
Vanilla Almond Breeze Almond Milk Recalled
On August 2, 2018, HP Hood LLC issued a recall of half-gallon (1.89 L) cartons of refridgerated Vanilla Almond Breeze almond milk because the product may contain milk, an allergen not listed on the label.
Recalls & Warnings
November 19, 2018
Jay Robb Egg White Protein Recalled
On November 16, 2018, Jay Robb Enterprises issued a recall of its Unflavored Egg White Protein Product because it may contain undeclared milk.
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 21, 2015
Supplement Maker Ordered to Stop Selling Products
On January 15, 2015, a federal judge ordered a permanent injunction against dietary supplement manufacturer Health One Pharmaceuticals, Inc. which requires the company to stop manufacturing and selling dietary supplements.
Recalls & Warnings
June 17, 2015
Maker of Joint Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On May 29, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Total Health Advanced Nutrition, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
October 31, 2014
Seller of "Cleanse," Allergy Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On October 15, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Evangelical Christian Ministries, dba Health & Herbs, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, CORYDALIS and CVF BGONE to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held under conditions that violate ...
Recalls & Warnings
May 30, 2015
Seller of Supplements for Herpes, Prostate Cancer & More Warned for Drug Claims
On May 7, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Strictly Health Corporation, following a review of the company's websites which found statements made about FENVIR, Prosta Pep and Tonalin brand CLA to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
May 02, 2015
Maker of Garcinia, Joint Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On March 25, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to JW Nutritional LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Vanish V2 Domestic, Mr.
Recalls & Warnings
July 02, 2015
Maker of Arthritis Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On June 17, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Desert Stream, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
December 29, 2015
Maker of Vitamin K, Vitamin A & More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On December 10 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Dherbs Health Emporium, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
September 10, 2014
Seller of Joint Pain Supplement Warned for Drug Claims
On August 24, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to CreAgri, Inc., following a website review, which found statements made about the company's products, including Olivenol plus Easeflex, Olivenol plus Essence Capsules, and Olivenol plus Essence Elixer, to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
March 10, 2015
Seller of Vision Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On February 26, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Biosyntrx, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including BioTears Oral Gel Caps, ZoOmega-3 Concentrated Pharmaceutical-Grade Fish Oil, EpiCor A Nutrient-dense High Metabolite Immunogen, Sight C+ Mineral ...
Recalls & Warnings
January 31, 2015
Maker of Soy and Zinc Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On December 18, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to PreMark Health Science, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
December 05, 2014
Maker of Ginseng, Zinc, Calcium and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On November 20, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Long Island Pharmaceuticals, LLC, following a facility inspection 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 ...
Recalls & Warnings
December 02, 2014
Seller of Energy & Joint Supplements, Aloe, Silver and More Warned for Drug Claims
On November 24, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Jansen Enterprises, LLC, dba HealthWorksUSA, following an inspection of the company's website which found statements made about Nutra Blast Natural Energy, Ionic Silver Water, Nutra Complete, and Nutra Gel to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
August 21, 2014
Seller of Joint Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On July 17, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Klein Laboratories, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
August 06, 2014
Seller of Mineral and Joint Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On July 25, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Mezotrace Corporation following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Calcium/Magnesium Natural Minerals & Trace Elements, Calcium/Magnesium Natural Minerals & Trace Elements with Vitamin D, and Calcium/Magnesium ...
Recalls & Warnings
January 27, 2015
Seller of Aloe, Sexual Enhancement Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On January 8, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Aloe Man, Inc., following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including The Aloe Man's Super Bright, Dr. Johnson's Maximum Desire, Dr. Johnson's Body Healer, and Dr.
Recalls & Warnings
January 23, 2015
Maker of Vitamin Drinks Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On January 7, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to NYSW Beverage Brands, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
February 10, 2015
Seller of "Natural" Cough Syrup Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On January 21, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Fragrance Manufacturing Incorporated, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Maty's All Natural Cough Syrup and Maty's All Natural Cough Syrup for Kids, to be adulterated because they ...
Recalls & Warnings
November 11, 2014
Maker of Children's Vitamins, Weight Loss Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On October 30, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to VitalHealth Tech, Inc., following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Kids Mighty Vites tablets, Omni Jr.
Recalls & Warnings
November 11, 2014
Seller of Sexual, Muscle Enhancement Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On August 26, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to GE Pharma LLC following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Fire Burn, Fire Storm, Creatine, Amino Fire, Nitric Fire, Jet Fire, Oxy Fire, HGH, Cissus, Hydro shield, Performa-Test, Raspberry Ketones, Fire Drol, ...
Recalls & Warnings
February 28, 2015
Drugs Found in Male Enhancement Supplements
On December 11, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Biogenix USA, LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's sexual enhancement products, HAM, CE6 and SARMZ to contain undeclared drugs, as well as drugs which were listed on the label but are not permitted ...
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
January 17, 2015
Supplement Maker Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On August 5, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Engineering Nutrition, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, which were not named, to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held under conditions that violate Current Good Manufacturing Practices for ...
Recalls & Warnings
January 17, 2015
Maker of Magnesium and Potassium Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On December 23, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Nutri Spec, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
December 30, 2014
Maker of Probiotic Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On December 18, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Wellmill LLC, dba Vitamix, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Butcher's Broom powder and Lactobacillus acidophilus powder (used as ingredients in a finished product which was not named) to be ...
Recalls & Warnings
December 30, 2014
Maker of Aloe, Weight Loss Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On December 17, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Dandy Day Corporation, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Aloe Pearl, Alfalo, Aloespring, Crave Away, Original Supreme Energy, Ener "G," Can G, Flora G, Flora G Plus, and Garolic, to be adulterated ...
Recalls & Warnings
December 12, 2014
Seller of Omega-3 "Syrup" Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On October 16, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Mr.
Recalls & Warnings
September 05, 2014
Seller of "Nerve", "Cleanse" and Probiotic Supplements Warned for Drug Claims
On July 30, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Plexus Worldwide, Inc., following a review of the company's website and product labels, which found statements made about Fast Relief, BioCleanse and ProBio5 to be drug claims.
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
August 26, 2014
Maker of Herbal Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On August 8, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to EnerHealth Botanicals, LLC following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Parasite Purge Herbal Remedy, Black Walnut Extract, Bladder Cleanse Herbal Extract, Lung Renewal Herbal Remedy, EchinOsha and Daily Immune ...
Recalls & Warnings
September 26, 2014
FDA Warns Seller of Supplements and Chocolate Promoted to Treat Ebola
On September 23, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Natural Solutions Foundation, following a review of the company's websites which found statements made about Silver Sol Nano Silver (also called The Silver Solution) and CBD Organic Dark Chocolate Bars (also called High Potency CBD Hemp Oil) ...
Recalls & Warnings
October 30, 2014
Supplement Maker Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On October 21, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to DNG Trading & Milling, LLC, following a facility inspection 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 ...
Recalls & Warnings
October 21, 2014
Seller of Weight Loss Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On October 7, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to YoungYou International, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
October 16, 2014
Seller of Black Cohosh, Ginkgo and More Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On April 2, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Pure Herbs, Ltd.
Recalls & Warnings
October 10, 2014
Seller of Multivitamin Warned for Drug Claims
On September 25, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Multimmunity, Inc., following a review of the company's website which found statements made about the dietary supplement Multimmunity to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
November 18, 2015
Seller of "Hangover" Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations & Drug Claims
On September 17, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Life Support Development Ltd, following a facility inspection which found the company's product, including Life Support Hangover Relief to be adulterated because they prepared, packed, or held under conditions that violate ...
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September 26, 2015
Seller of Muscle Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On August 14, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Chaotic Labz, Inc.
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September 05, 2015
Maker of Multivitamin and Fish Oil Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On July 22, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Westar Nutritional Corp. dba Viva Life Science, Inc.
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August 23, 2015
Maker of Herbal Supplements Sold on eBay, Amazon and Other Websites Shut Down
On August 17, 2015, a federal court ordered a permanent injunction against dietary supplement company Iowa Select Herbs LLC for unlawfully manufacturing and distributing unapproved new drugs and misbranded drugs and adulterated and misbranded dietary supplements.
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August 11, 2015
Company Ordered to Stop Making and Selling Supplements
On August 4, 2015, a federal court ordered a permanent injunction against dietary supplement company Atrium Inc., and two companies under the same ownerhship, Aspen Group Inc., Nutri-Pak of Wisconsin Inc.
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June 03, 2015
Maker of B-12 Energy Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On May 15, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to LiquidCapsule Manufacturing, LLC.
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May 23, 2015
Seller of Magnesium, Calcium, Silver and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On May 8, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Pick and Pay, Inc.
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November 06, 2014
Seller of Prostate, Heart Supplements and More Warned for Drug Claims
On October 9, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Health Research Laboratories, LLC/New World Health, following a review of the company's websites, which found statements made about AtheChel Advanced, Betarol, BioTherapex, Omega-3 Cardio Plus, RejuvaLifeRx, and Ultimate Health Formula to be ...
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December 12, 2014
Seller of B-12, Zinc, Echinacea and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On November 14, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Scientific Botanicals Company, Inc.
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July 12, 2013
Herbal Supplement Company Warned For Drug Claims, Manufacturing Violations
On June 18, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Herbs of Light, Inc.
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December 16, 2015
Maker of Red Yeast Rice, St. John's Wort, Valerian and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On December 2, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Nature's Health, LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's product, including Ginkgo & Rhodiola, Blood Sugar Balance IV, Cinnamon Extract, Choles-Balance Red Yeast Extract, Lecithin, Milk Thistle Seed Extract, ...
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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.
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October 03, 2014
Seller of Green Tea, Prostate, Pain Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On July 25, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to AMS Health Sciences, LLC following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including saba ACE, UROPOWER, UROSure, Digest-Eze, Shark Cartilage, Colloidal Silver, and Mobilite to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, ...
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July 28, 2013
B Vitamin Supplement Found To Contain Anabolic Steroids
On July 26, 2013, the FDA warned consumers not to purchase or use Healthy Life Chemistry by Purity First B-50, a vitamin B dietary supplement which was found to contain anabolic steroids, methasterone and dimethazine.
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May 06, 2014
Seller of Flaxseed, Ginkgo and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On April 18, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Iowa Select Herbs, LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Flax Seed, Holy Basil, Papaya Leaf Extract, and Ginkgo Leaf Extract products, to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held ...
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August 08, 2014
FDA Warns Puerto Rico Supplement Seller
On June 30, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Mr. Ramon Rosa, following a review of his website, www.aceitedeguanabana.
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July 11, 2014
Maker of Cough and Sleep "Remedies" Warned for Drug Claims
On June 27, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Zarbee's, Inc.
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May 31, 2014
Sellers of "Cancer" Supplements Warned for Drug Claims
Two sellers of graviola supplements promoted to treat cancer have been issued warning letters by the FDA. Graviola (Annona muricata), also known as soursop, is the fruit of a tree native to South America and Puerto Rico.
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May 30, 2014
Seller of Brain, Diabetes, Echinacea Supplements and More Warned for Drug Claims
On April 22, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Mundo Natural Inc., following a review of the company's website which found statements made about supplements Neuro AD, Stop Diabetes, Stop High Blood Pressure, Morninga 7 and Purpurea Echinacea to be drug claims.
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May 21, 2014
Seller of Gingko and Milk Thistle Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On April 4, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Xtra Life Natural Systems, Inc.
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March 10, 2015
Maker of Magnesium, Calcium, Zinc, B Vitamins and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On January 8, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Complete H2O Minerals, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Sulfur Concentrate, Copper, Extra Strength Copper, Extra Strength Magnesium, Extra Strength Zinc, Platinum, Gold, Indium, Molybdenum, ...
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May 30, 2015
Seller of Omega-3, Probiotics & SuperFoods Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On May 4, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Dr. Dennis Black, LLC.
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June 11, 2015
FDA Warns Maker of Fruit Energy Drinks for Drug Claims
On May 19, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to CK Management, Inc. following a facility inspection which found statements made on product labels and websites about Whole5, Fruit of the Spirit and ViaViente "whole food" fruit puree energy drinks to be drug claims.
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November 07, 2015
Seller of "NaturalDoctor" Vitamin C, Echinacea and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On October 16, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter Sound Healing Arts, PC, dba Grounds for Tea, LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including NaturalDoctor Vitamins C & K3, NaturalDoctor Goldenseal & Echinacea Plus, NaturalDoctor Centella ...
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June 26, 2015
Seller of CoQ10, Anxiety Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On June 6, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Country Doctor Herbals, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Herbal Flu Be-Gone, Herbal Multi-Bac, Herbal Nervine, Herbal Pain-A-Way, Herbal Pancreas, Herbal Parasite Cleanse, Herbal Perfect ...
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October 30, 2014
Seller of Vitamin C, Iron and Detox Supplements Warned for Violations, Drug Claims
On October 16, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Vitalab Co., Inc. (which manufactures and labels supplements for three distributors: V.E. Irons, Inc., Springreen Products, Inc., and Sonne's Organic Foods, Inc.
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September 26, 2014
Sellers of Essential Oils Warned for Claiming to Treat Ebola, Other Diseases
On September 22, 2014, the FDA issued a warning to Young Living following a review of websites, Pinterest, Facebook and Twitter accounts owned by Young Living distributors, which found statements made about the company's essential oils, including Thieves, Cinnamon Bark, Oregano, ImmuPower, ...
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September 26, 2014
Seller Warned for Promoting Essential Oils to Treat Flu, MRSA, Measles and More
On September 22, 2014, the FDA issued a warning to doTERRA International, LLC.
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May 10, 2013
Maker of Concentration, Pain, Immune, Cholesterol Supplements Warned For Drug Claims
On April 24, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to EuroPharma Co., Inc., following a review of the company's website which found statements made about Calm Kids, CholestCaps, CuraMed 375 mg, CuraMed 750 mg, Curamin, Mental Advantage, Tri-Iodine, and Viragen to be drug claims.
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May 07, 2012
FDA Warns Doctor Promoting Own Supplements Online as Treatments
On April 18, 2012 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent a Warning Letter to Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D. of Fatigued to Fantastic, LLC regarding the promotion that company's products on its website www.endfatigue.com.
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March 19, 2014
Maker of Herbal Capsules and Extracts Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On September 19, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Herbalist and Alchemist, Inc.
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November 03, 2014
Mixing Medications and Dietary Supplements Can Be Dangerous, FDA Warns
On October 27, 2014, the FDA advised consumers to be aware of potential interactions between dietary supplements and over-the-counter (OTC) medications and/or prescription medications.
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November 21, 2014
Seller of Diabetes, Prostate Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On October 7, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to dietary supplement distributor Windmill Health Products, LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Nutri-Betic caplets, Vita-betic caplets, ProstrinRx tablets, Polyflavanol capsules, and Glucoflex Joint ...
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November 06, 2014
Seller of Cholesterol, Arthritis Supplements and More Warned for Drug Claims
On October 17, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Vitamins Direct (USA) and Golden Pride, Inc., which distribute Flexezy and Physician's Signature brands of dietary supplements, following a facility inspection which found statements made about certain supplements to be drug claims.
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November 28, 2014
Seller of Herbal Extracts Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On November 3, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Avena Botanicals, Inc.
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August 02, 2013
Vitamin B, Vitamin C and Multimineral Supplements Recalled Due To Anabolic Steroid Risk
On July 31, 2013, Purity First Health Products, Inc.
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August 02, 2014
Judge Orders BioAnue To Stop Illegal Cancer and Disease Claims
On July 23, 2014, Gloria D.
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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
October 21, 2014
Seller of Weight Loss, Saw Palmetto Supplements and More Warned for Drug Claims
On October 9, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Bethel Nutritional Consulting, Inc., following a review of the company's website which found statements made about 15 Day Detox Diet, Alpha Lipoic Acid. 300 mg.
