In today’s economy, many people turn to sites like Amazon and eBay to buy cheaper vitamins for themselves and their families.

When I first started buying supplements, I did the same thing—I needed to save money! But I quickly discovered the health and financial risks of purchasing low-quality supplements from Amazon and eBay.

The Lack of Regulation in the Supplement Industry

Producing quality dietary supplements, like vitamins, protein powders, fish oil capsules, energy bars, herbal blends, and sports nutrition products, costs money.

However, the supplement industry in America remains radically under-regulated. Companies make huge profits by producing and selling subpar, dangerous, and even expired supplement products.

Before 1994, no regulation existed for supplement manufacturers in America. In 1994, the government created the DSHEA, the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act, which prohibited the marketing of adulterated or misbranded products.

This act is still in effect today, but it doesn’t require supplements to be approved by the government for safety or efficacy.

Manufacturers must ensure their products are safe, lawful, and that any claims on the labels are accurate and not misleading. That’s why the third-party testing I mentioned in my previous email is crucial to ensure you’re actually getting what you ordered. https://www.fda.gov/food/dietary-supplements

Alarming Findings from Supplement Testing

This article from VeryWell Health discusses a test comparing the ingredients listed on product labels to what was actually in the bottle. The findings were alarming: (The following is taken directly from the article referenced above.)  

“After testing 30 supplements, the researchers found that:

• 17 products had inaccurate labels
• 13 labels listed ingredients that were not detected in the actual product
• 9 products had substances in them that were not listed on the labels
• 15 product labels had “scientific-sounding” claims on them that used terms like “research-based” or “research-supported,” but there was no substantial evidence to back up those claims—including third-party certification

In other words, for consumers who purchased any of those 30 products from Amazon, there was a good chance they were misled.”

These findings should alarm!

What to Watch Out For

• Counterfeit and potentially dangerous products
• White powder swaps—like baking soda swapped for magnesium
• Bogus ingredient claims—not using the research-indicated ingredients
• Ineffective dosages—failing to contain the listed amount of ingredients
• Useless expired products repackaged as new
• Scratched off dates restamped with new expiration dates

The Bottom Line

If it seems fake, it probably is. If it’s cheap, it’s almost certainly counterfeit.

Times are tough! Buying cheaper supplements that might not contain the ingredients they claim, and worse, could jeopardize your health, isn’t just risky—it’s a waste of money. You could end up paying for something that does more harm than good, leaving you with nothing but regret. You deserve to feel confident in the choices you make for yourself and your family.

A Trustworthy Solution

This is why Healthy Pioneer, LLC partners with Fullscript to offer clients convenient access to their favorite top-quality supplements.  We trust them to ship the best practitioner-grade products that pass their strict quality standards.  Fullscript ships directly to your front door with quick delivery, world-class customer service, and carbon-neutral shipping.  This convenience makes your life easier. 

Order through Fullscript here.

In faith and healing!

Kelly Stoner

Healthy Pioneer

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Here’s the good news!  Supplements are not drugs! 

Supᐧpleᐧment

Noun

1.  Something that completes or enhances something else when added to it.

Quality brands supply nutrients that the body may be deficient in thus enhancing the body when it is added to it.

But, not all brands are created equal and looking to truly benefit our health.

Usually, the supplement company with the best marketing sells the most supplements.  But, the sad reality is that many brands use inferior, cheap ingredients.  

So, how can we determine something of quality over something questionable?  We need to look at the label on the bottle for the following:

1. Is it GMP Certified?
   • Usually a circle with GMP inside it along with the statement “Good Manufacturing Practices”
   • If you see a vitamin with the NSF, NPA or USP seal, this means the product meets or exceeds GMP standards for quality.
2. Is it 3rd party tested?
   • look for third-party testing certifications on the product label, or a Certificate of Analysis (COA). Products that have gone through the certification process will have a certification stamp displayed on the label.
3. Is it fresh?
   • Check manufacturing dates and expiration dates
4. Is it allergen-free?
   • Your specific intolerances will influence your purchases here.  However, it is still a good idea to know what potential allergens you are exposing yourself to.
5. Does the supplement contain the forms of vitamins/minerals that your body most easily absorbs? 

For example: 

The above was taken from the following link – https://www.livewholier.com/blogs/your-health/the-most-and-least-bioavailable-vitamin-mineral-forms

You are likely taking some inferior supplements.  Don’t beat yourself up for something you didn’t know. 

Now that you know, keep this in mind as you purchase/replace supplements in the future.  

I’ll be providing more information on important things to watch for when deciding where to purchase supplements soon!

In faith and healing!

Kelly Stoner

Healthy Pioneer

Healthy Pioneer, LLC partners with Fullscript to offer our clients convenient access to their favorite top-quality supplements.  

3 reasons why you should order Fullscript supplements through Healthy Pioneer LLC.

High-Quality Supplements

Fullscript only ships the best practitioner-grade products that pass their strict quality standards to best support your wellness journey.  Fullscript ship products directly to your front door.  It’s the perfect match for our high-quality, concierge care. 

Convenience

Make your life easier.  There is no longer any need to waste time researching and figuring out which brand is best on your own – we’ve already done that for you!  Plus never run out of supplements again by taking advantage of Fullscripts autoship program.

Responsible shipping

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