In this episode of KQED’s Forum, STRIPED’s Dr. S. Bryn Austin, Nicholas Florko (The Atlantic), and Marily Oppezzo (Stanford) explore the booming multi-billion-dollar dietary supplement industry, where questions about safety and efficacy remain largely unanswered. Despite their widespread use, weight loss and muscle-building supplements often lack rigorous scientific backing and regulatory oversight. With potential policy shifts under the new administration, this discussion delves into the challenges of regulating the industry, the gaps in consumer protection, and what changes could be on the horizon.
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