Are You Being Sold Snake Oil?
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The Trend: Do you take it for granted that your supplements contain what the label says? Recent testing suggests that confidence may be misplaced. Because supplements skip the strict FDA checks required for prescription drugs, some reach shelves with far less of the promised ingredient or even none at all.
What People Are Saying: After creatine gummies went viral this summer, lab testing revealed that many contained little or no creatine (although SuppCo found that creatine powders held up better). The health start-up also reviewed NAD⁺ supplements and found that most delivered far less than promised, and one contained none at all.
What to Know: Want to make sure you’re getting what you paid for? The U.S. Department of Defense offers a simple scorecard that can help you vet supplements by checking third-party seals and ingredient lists. When choosing a product, taking a few minutes to do research can make all the difference between wasting money and finding something that truly supports your health.
