Tag: Supplement controversy

Although marketed as a vitamin, vitamin B15, also known as pangamic acid, is not officially recognized as a vitamin by regulatory bodies like the FDA because there is insufficient scientific evidence to support its claims of being an essential nutrient. This compound, which has a controversial history, is most widely known by its chemical synonym, pangamic acid.

In 2008, several top endurance athletes filed a lawsuit against Hammer Nutrition, alleging that a contaminated product led to positive drug tests. The Hammer Nutrition controversy encompasses multiple legal battles and allegations concerning product contamination, 'all-natural' claims, undisclosed ingredients, and a founder's defensive public statements.