Oz admitted to the panel that he sometimes uses “flowery” language to describe the claims of supplements.
Under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994, the Food and Drug Administration regulates supplements as “food” rather than pharmaceutical drugs.
According to MarketResearch.com, which provides global market reports, Americans’ quest to lose weight spurs a $60 billion industry, which includes diet pills and supplements.
In light of Dr. Oz’s appearance before the Senate, do you think the government needs more authority over the dietary supplements industry? Email connie.post@coxinc.com
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