Supplements: Valuable or Valueless-what you should know about his multi-billion dollar market

Supplements: Valuable or Valueless? What You Should Know About This Multi-Billion-Dollar Market Presented by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida Atlantic University – Jupiter The supplement industry is a multi-billion-dollar business, with tens of thousands of products marketed to consumers in the United States. But how many supplements actually deliver on their promises? Unlike prescription medications, dietary supplements do not undergo the same premarket approval process by the FDA, leaving consumers to navigate product claims, labeling, potential contaminants, and aggressive marketing. This eye-opening lecture takes a closer look at the science and safety considerations surrounding vitamins, minerals, and other popular supplements. Explore what research reveals about their potential benefits and risks, how to evaluate marketing claims, and what consumers should know before adding supplements to their daily routines. The goal is to provide practical, evidence-based information to help you become a more informed consumer and make thoughtful decisions about whether a supplement is truly worth the investment. Join OLLI at FAU Jupiter for an informative look behind the label—and discover what the science really says about supplements.