Focus on Wellness:
Scams & Supplements
We all wish we could just take a pill, drink a powdered drink or rub on a gel to lose weight, lower our cholesterol, or get rid of cellulite.
But let’s face it, its just not that easy! Nonetheless, we continue to fall for the tricks and scams presented to us by the supplement industry. And they are banking on our mistakes – to the tune of $22 billion of OUR money!
The multi-billion dollar supplement industry claims that they can offer relief of symptoms ranging from weakened immune systems, failing memories, fatigue and obesity, to name just a few.
They tout the “latest” research, never explaining that this “research” was done on mice, not humans, and was conducted by “researchers” who are being paid by the companies selling the products!
Suplements Working Against Us
Not only are these supplements not working, they are actually working against us! For example, drinks and supplements used to curb your appetite can actually raise your blood pressure, heart rate and put you at greater risk for heart attacks and strokes.
In addition, many of these supplements can render your medications ineffective or double the potency of your medication.
Unlike drug companies, which must prove to the Federal Drug Administration that a drug is both safe and effective, a company marketing a supplement does not have to provide FDA with any evidence that their product is safe or effective.
Before you buy-in to the next scam or supplement, make sure the product you are taking is safe! Check the website for alternative medicine at the National Institutes of Health at www.dietary-supplements.info.nih.gov. Make sure YOU don’t get scammed into taking the easy but expensive way out. You have better things to do with your money!
