Garcinia (HCA)
Garcinia, or Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA), is commonly sold as a weight loss supplement. It is available alone, but is usually…
Diet Pills and Supplements
Dandelion
Many natural diet supplements contain dandelion as an ingredient. Nothing sounds more natural or harmless, right? Dandelion doesn’t aid in…
Cascara
If you see Cascara (Rhamnus purshiana) listed as an ingredient in a diet supplement, put it back on the shelf.…
FTC Targets Products Claiming to Affect the Stress Hormone Cortisol
Originally published in 2004 Agency Alleges That Marketers of CortiSlim and CortiStress Made False or Unsubstantiated Claims The Federal Trade…
Tips for the Savvy Supplement User: Making Informed Decisions
The choice to use a dietary supplement can be a wise decision that provides health benefits. However, under certain circumstances,…