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Supplement Label Checklist

Use this worksheet to organize product facts before purchasing. It does not determine whether a supplement is safe or appropriate for you.

Product basics

  • Product and manufacturer name
  • Serving size and servings per container
  • Daily number of tablets, capsules, or scoops
  • Price and calculated price per serving
  • Expiration date and storage instructions

Ingredients

  • Every active ingredient and amount
  • Percent Daily Value, when established
  • Proprietary blends with undisclosed individual amounts
  • Other ingredients, allergens, sweeteners, and stimulants
  • Overlapping ingredients in products you already use

Evidence and quality

  • Exact claim made for the complete product
  • Evidence for the product versus one isolated ingredient
  • Independent third-party certification, if verified
  • Manufacturer contact and lot information
  • Adverse-event reporting instructions

Questions before use

  • Could this interact with medication or another supplement?
  • Is it appropriate for my age and health circumstances?
  • Should it be stopped before surgery or laboratory testing?
  • What symptoms should prompt stopping and seeking help?
  • Have I asked a pharmacist or qualified healthcare professional?