Junk Food and Junk Advice
Junk Food and Junk Advice
Longevity Supplement in Peril
The FDA’s inaction on this critical supplement that
can extend life is all part of the plan.
THE TOPLINE
The FDA claimed in 2022 that NMN was illegal because it was studied as a drug first. But instead of enforcing a ban, it has continued to allow NMN supplements to remain in a legal grey area. This discourages reputable companies from investing in NMN products, while shady businesses may sell fraudulent versions.
The uncertain legal status and potential for sudden FDA action create an unstable environment for supplement companies, deterring investment in new and innovative products, and ultimately reducing the quality and choice of supplements for consumers.
By fostering a narrative that supplements are unregulated and unsafe, the FDA aims to gain more oversight power. Historical and recent examples show a pattern of non-enforcement or selective enforcement to undermine the supplement industry, encouraging bad actors to justify more crack-downs and potentially leading to more restrictive regulations and less consumer access to beneficial natural products.