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New York Warns: 100,000 Supplements Lack FDA Oversight

4/3/2025

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The New York State Department of State is sounding the alarm on the potential dangers of vitamins and dietary supplements, which bypass FDA scrutiny. With a staggering 100,000 products on the market, safety is left to manufacturers. Consumers are urged to do their homework, seek advice from healthcare professionals, and remain vigilant against deceptive marketing. In a bold move, New York has also prohibited the sale of weight loss supplements to minors.

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The New York State Department of State is sounding the alarm on the potential dangers of vitamins and dietary supplements, which bypass FDA scrutiny. With a staggering 100,000 products on the market, safety is left to manufacturers. Consumers are urged to do their homework, seek advice from healthcare professionals, and remain vigilant against deceptive marketing. In a bold move, New York has also prohibited the sale of weight loss supplements to minors.