French Health Agency Warns of Severe Risks from Dietary Supplements

Anses highlights liver damage cases tied to Garcinia cambogia and calls for stricter oversight and professional guidance during a public discussion in Paris.

• Anses reports over 500 adverse effects from dietary supplements in 2024, including severe liver damage linked to Garcinia cambogia-based appetite suppressants.
• Supplements are often unnecessary for those with balanced diets but may benefit at-risk groups like pregnant women, the elderly, and vegans.
• A regulatory gray area allows supplements to be sold without pre-market safety or efficacy testing, with 76% of online sellers found non-compliant in a prior investigation.
• Misleading claims online falsely promote supplements as cures for serious conditions like cancer or infertility, raising consumer safety concerns.
• Anses urges consumers to consult healthcare professionals before using supplements to avoid health risks and delays in addressing underlying issues.

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