Which of the following is true regarding the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)? Select all that apply
A) The act allows for DEA enforcement of the act.
B) The act gives the FDA power to enforce the laws governed by the act.
C) The act permits general health claims.
D) The act permits curative health claims.
E) The act defines specific substances as "dietary supplements."
Ans: B, C, E
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The DSHEA defines substances such as herbs, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and other natural substances as "dietary supplements" and permits general health claims as long as the label also has a disclaimer stating that the supplements are not approved by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The act gives the FDA the power to enforce the laws governed by the act.
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