operation supplement safety a d o d-w ide e ducational initiative
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Operation Supplement Safety A D o D-w ide E ducational Initiative From the Human Performance Resource Center (HPRC). Purpose. Increase awareness among active-duty service members about dietary supplements Provide tools to be “smart” supplement users. Key Messages. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
OPERATION SUPPLEMENT SAFETY
A DoD-Wide Educational Initiative
From the Human Performance Resource Center (HPRC)
Purpose
• Increase awareness among active-duty service members about dietary supplements
• Provide tools to be “smart” supplement users
Key Messages
• It’s ALWAYS better to use food because
• Choose wisely: Get the facts first! Know how to spot red flags Know what to look for on a label
Supplements are not as complete as food
Supplements can be more expensive than food
Supplements can be dangerous to health
Supplements are not FDA-tested or -approved before marketing
Is it safe?
• Evidence-based approach: Use OPSS High-Risk cardNo ingredients listed as “blends”, “proprietary blends,” or
“delivery systems”?All ingredients have DVs* less than 200%?No caffeine or caffeine limited to no more than 200 mg/serving/day? Is it third-party
certified/verified?
* DV = Daily Value, the recommended daily amount of a particular nutrient% is usually based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Does it work?
• Check Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database (NMCD)Visit hprc-online.org to get account and learn
• Ask yourself why you’re taking this product
• Talk to your provider/dietitian