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FDA Considers Simplified Health Disclaimers for Supplements

12/19/2025

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering a rule change to allow a single health disclaimer per dietary supplement.
FDA official Kyle Diamantas said the agency rarely enforces the current rule.
Critics, including Dr. Pieter Cohen, warn the change could weaken protections and mislead consumers.
The supplement industry supports the change, arguing a single disclaimer suffices.
The FDA has paused enforcement of the current rule during its review.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering a rule change to allow a single health disclaimer per dietary supplement.
FDA official Kyle Diamantas said the agency rarely enforces the current rule.
Critics, including Dr. Pieter Cohen, warn the change could weaken protections and mislead consumers.
The supplement industry supports the change, arguing a single disclaimer suffices.
The FDA has paused enforcement of the current rule during its review.