Certified for Success
If there is one thing consistent among top performers across all disciplines, it is their constant pursuit of gaining an edge. Whether through a new training technique or an emerging recovery modality, high performers are always looking ahead for what will make them 1% better.
Supplements have become a significant part of that pursuit. In both cognitive and physical domains, supplements can provide the edge elite performers seek. However, according to research, supplements can also contain a lot that they are not looking for.
In 2018, The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study that raised serious concerns about the transparency, efficacy, and safety of supplements on the market (Tucker et al., 2018).
The Prevalence of Mislabeled Supplements
The study analyzed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) database of tainted supplements from 2007 to 2016. Researchers found that 746 dietary supplements were adulterated with unapproved pharmaceutical ingredients. Alarmingly, 20% of these products contained more than one unapproved ingredient (Tucker et al., 2018).
Such adulteration not only misleads consumers but also exposes them to potential health hazards, including adverse reactions and harmful interactions with medications.
The Role of Third-Party Testing
Given these risks, third-party testing has become an essential measure to ensure supplement quality and safety. Independent organizations evaluate supplements to verify they contain the ingredients listed on the label, in the correct amounts, and are free from harmful contaminants.
Organizations such as NSF International offer rigorous testing services. NSF's certification program involves accredited laboratories assessing the contents of supplements to confirm that they align with label claims. This process helps prevent issues related to mislabeling and contamination (NSF International, n.d.).
Benefits of Third-Party Certification
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Ingredient Verification: Ensures the supplement contains exactly what is stated on the label, with no undeclared substances.
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Purity Assurance: Confirms the absence of harmful contaminants, such as heavy metals, pesticides, or unapproved pharmaceuticals.
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Quality Confirmation: Validates that the product is manufactured to high-quality standards, ensuring consistency and reliability.
Spoken’s Commitment to Quality
At Spoken, we value transparency, performance, and above all, the health of those striving to be their best.
Our NSF for Sport certification underscores our dedication to providing products that meet the most rigorous quality and safety standards. NSF For Sport ensures our supplements are free from banned substances and contaminants, making them a trusted choice for athletes and health-conscious individuals.
By adhering to these rigorous standards, Spoken delivers supplements that help elite performers focus on achieving their goals without compromising their health.
References
NSF International. (n.d.). NSF certification for dietary supplements. Retrieved from https://www.nsf.org
Tucker, J., Fischer, T., Upjohn, L., Mazzera, D., & Kumar, M. (2018). Unapproved pharmaceutical ingredients included in dietary supplements associated with US Food and Drug Administration warnings. JAMA Network Open, 1(6), e183337. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30646238/
Certified For Success
Certified for Success
If there is one thing consistent among top performers across all disciplines, it is their constant pursuit of gaining an edge. Whether through a new training technique or an emerging recovery modality, high performers are always looking ahead for what will make them 1% better.
Supplements have become a significant part of that pursuit. In both cognitive and physical domains, supplements can provide the edge elite performers seek. However, according to research, supplements can also contain a lot that they are not looking for.
In 2018, The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study that raised serious concerns about the transparency, efficacy, and safety of supplements on the market (Tucker et al., 2018).
The Prevalence of Mislabeled Supplements
The study analyzed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) database of tainted supplements from 2007 to 2016. Researchers found that 746 dietary supplements were adulterated with unapproved pharmaceutical ingredients. Alarmingly, 20% of these products contained more than one unapproved ingredient (Tucker et al., 2018).
Such adulteration not only misleads consumers but also exposes them to potential health hazards, including adverse reactions and harmful interactions with medications.
The Role of Third-Party Testing
Given these risks, third-party testing has become an essential measure to ensure supplement quality and safety. Independent organizations evaluate supplements to verify they contain the ingredients listed on the label, in the correct amounts, and are free from harmful contaminants.
Organizations such as NSF International offer rigorous testing services. NSF's certification program involves accredited laboratories assessing the contents of supplements to confirm that they align with label claims. This process helps prevent issues related to mislabeling and contamination (NSF International, n.d.).
Benefits of Third-Party Certification
Ingredient Verification: Ensures the supplement contains exactly what is stated on the label, with no undeclared substances.
Purity Assurance: Confirms the absence of harmful contaminants, such as heavy metals, pesticides, or unapproved pharmaceuticals.
Quality Confirmation: Validates that the product is manufactured to high-quality standards, ensuring consistency and reliability.
Spoken’s Commitment to Quality
At Spoken, we value transparency, performance, and above all, the health of those striving to be their best.
Our NSF for Sport certification underscores our dedication to providing products that meet the most rigorous quality and safety standards. NSF For Sport ensures our supplements are free from banned substances and contaminants, making them a trusted choice for athletes and health-conscious individuals.
By adhering to these rigorous standards, Spoken delivers supplements that help elite performers focus on achieving their goals without compromising their health.
References
NSF International. (n.d.). NSF certification for dietary supplements. Retrieved from https://www.nsf.org
Tucker, J., Fischer, T., Upjohn, L., Mazzera, D., & Kumar, M. (2018). Unapproved pharmaceutical ingredients included in dietary supplements associated with US Food and Drug Administration warnings. JAMA Network Open, 1(6), e183337. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30646238/