- Are products taken by mouth that contain a dietary ingredient.
- Include vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbs/botanicals, and other substances that can be used to supplement the diet.
- Come in forms that include tablets, capsules, powders, energy bars, and liquids.
- Must have the words “dietary supplement” (or similar words) on the product label.
- Are regulated by FDA but do not undergo pre-market FDA testing or approval.
Read the OPSS article about the definition of a dietary supplement to learn more.