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The Center for Science in the Public Interest strongly supports H.2530/S.1620, legislation that would prohibit the sale of over-the-counter diet pills and weight-loss or muscle-building dietary supplements to minors. These products are widely available and heavily marketed to youth, often with deceptive claims, despite limited evidence of effectiveness. They are also poorly regulated and frequently contaminated with dangerous, undisclosed ingredients. National pediatric experts warn against their use, citing serious health risks including liver damage, hospitalization, and even death. This bill represents a common-sense, urgently needed step to protect young people in Massachusetts. View the resource below to keep reading.

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Vested interests. Influence muscle. At RFK Jr.’s HHS, it’s not pharma. It’s wellness.

RFK, Jr. and four advisers earned at least $3.2 million in fees and salaries from their work opposing Big Pharma and promoting wellness in 2022 and 2023. Here's what to know.

Government AccountabilityJuly 14, 2025KFF Health News
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Is Fatty15 worth the hype?

The supplement Fatty15 claims that a 15-carbon-chain fatty acid is essential for health and “reverses” aging. Here’s what the research actually shows.

Fact vs. FictionJuly 7, 2025Caitlin Dow, PhD
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Should you take a bovine colostrum supplement?

Bovine colostrum is the “it” supplement right now, with companies claiming that it can repair your gut, boost your immune system, and more. What’s the evidence?

SupplementsJuly 7, 2025Caitlin Dow, PhD
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High-fiber foods & ultra-processed pretenders: What to know

How much fiber you need, which foods are high in fiber, which fibers cause gas, and why ultra-processed foods may not deliver what they promise.

SupplementsMarch 19, 2025Bonnie Liebman, MS
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Prevagen ordered to cease ‘memory improvement’ claims

Quincy Bioscience, maker of 'brain support' supplement Prevagen, has been ordered to cease marketing its product for 'memory improvement.' Here's what to know.

SupplementsDecember 16, 2024Adrienne Crezo
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FDA update: These supplements contain toxic yellow oleander

FDA updates list of tejocote root supplements that may contain toxic yellow oleander, which causes severe health risks and may be fatal.

SupplementsDecember 3, 2024Adrienne Crezo
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FDA expands list of supplements containing toxic yellow oleander

FDA warns online shoppers that tejocote root supplements may contain toxic yellow oleander, which causes severe health risks and may be fatal.

SupplementsSeptember 30, 2024Adrienne Crezo
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Can supplements cut 'bad' cholesterol?

Lowering LDL cholesterol can curb your risk of heart disease. If a heart-healthy diet doesn’t work, prescription drugs can slash LDL. Do supplements also work?

SupplementsJune 28, 2024Caitlin Dow, PhD
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FDA warning: Apricot seeds may cause cyanide poisoning

Though touted by influencers as a potential cure for cancer, FDA warns consumers that eating apricot seeds can cause fatal cyanide toxicity.

SupplementsJune 11, 2024Adrienne Crezo
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