What Category Do Supplements Fall Under? Understanding Their Regulatory Status
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According to the FDA, dietary supplements are legally classified under the general umbrella of "foods," not drugs, a distinction established by the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA). This unique regulatory position has significant implications for how supplements are manufactured, marketed, and evaluated for safety, as the burden of proof for safety often falls differently compared to pharmaceuticals.
