Reviews and Information for Cinnamon
Cinnamon Supplements and Spices
Be careful with cinnamon! Our tests found troubling levels of coumarin and lead in certain supplements and spices. We also found that amounts of benefical PACs varied 10-fold across supplement brands. Use our results to find the best cinnamon supplements and spices. Learn more about proanthocyanidins, cassia vs ceylon cinnamon, the evidence for lowering blood sugar, as well as cinnamon dosage and safety.
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CL Answer
Is cinnamon dangerous for my liver? I put about a teaspoon of it in my oatmeal every day.
The most common form of cinnamon contains a naturally occurring liver toxin called coumarin. Find out how much cinnamon is safe to consume, and how often it can be consumed. Also learn how much coumarin ConsumerLab found in popular cinnamon and spices.

News Release
September 26, 2024
What’s Really In Shilajit Supplements? ConsumerLab Tests Reveal Amounts of Fulvic Acid & Heavy Metals
White Plains, NY, September 26, 2024 -- Shilajit is a tar-like substance created by decomposed plant material and found in mountain rocks.
News Release
December 11, 2020
Caution With Cinnamon: ConsumerLab Tests Reveal High Amounts of Toxin in Some Supplements and Spices
White Plains, New York, December 11, 2020 — Cinnamon is a favorite spice that may modestly help lower blood sugar levels, likely due beneficial proanthocyanidins (PACs).
CL Answer
Which supplements and foods can help lower or control blood sugar?
Find out which supplements can help lower or control blood sugar. Supplements including turmeric/curcumin, fiber, cinnamon, and ginseng are believed to help lower blood sugar.

Clinical Update
11/17/2023
Lead in Cinnamon Applesauce
Several cinnamon apple sauce products are being recalled after testing revealed high concentrations of lead in the products, likely from the cinnamon. Get the details about the recall, and see our tests of cinnamon supplements and spices, which found one product to contain elevated levels of lead, as well as our Top Picks for cinnamon.
Clinical Update
12/12/2023
Lead in Cinnamon Applesauce
Enormous amounts of lead have been found in cinnamon applesauce pouches. The cinnamon appears to be the source of the lead. Get the details in our Cinnamon Review, which includes our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices (which were tested for lead).
Clinical Update
3/15/2024
Cinnamon & Blood Sugar
Did supplementing with cinnamon lower blood sugar in men and women with prediabetes? See what a recent study found in our Cinnamon Supplements and Spices Review.
Be aware that lead contamination was recently reported in several brands of cinnamon, as discussed in our Review, which also includes our Top Picks for ground cinnamon to avoid lead and other toxins.
Clinical Update
11/04/2024
Try Taking Cinnamon This Way
A recent study suggested that taking cinnamon as a powder may be better for controlling blood sugar than taking it as a capsule. For details, see our Cinnamon Supplements and Spices Review, which includes our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices.
Also be aware that the FDA recently reported high levels of lead in yet another cinnamon powder.
Clinical Update
9/22/2018
Cinnamon Side Effects
If you take a cinnamon supplement (or regularly use large amounts of cinnamon), be aware of the potential for side effects. See the Concerns and Cautions section of the Cinnamon Supplements Review. (Also see what our tests of cinnamon supplements and spices found and our top choices among products).
Clinical Update
5/05/2018
Cinnamon for Arthritis
Taking cinnamon as a supplement was found to decrease symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in a recent study. Get the details and learn what else cinnamon can do (particularly regarding blood sugar) in the What It Does section of the Cinnamon Supplements & Spices Review. (Also see our test results for popular cinnamon supplements).
Clinical Update
7/21/2020
Cinnamon for Prediabetes?
Does taking a daily cinnamon supplement help control blood sugar in people with pre-diabetes? See the results of a recent study in the What It Does section of the Cinnamon Supplements & Spices Review. Also see our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and among cinnamon spices.
Clinical Update
8/14/2021
Vietnamese Cinnamon Concern
Our tests of cinnamon found higher concentrations of the toxin coumarin in Vietnamese cinnamon. A similar finding was recently reported. Learn more in our Cinnamon Supplements & Spices Review – and see how products compared in our tests.
Clinical Update
9/03/2024
More Cinnamon Recalled Due to Lead
Another brand of cinnamon has been recalled due to lead contamination. Get the details in the Quality Concerns section of our Cinnamon Supplements and Spices Review, which includes our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices (which were tested for lead and other contaminants).
Clinical Update
4/12/2024
Cinnamon Recall
Another brand of cinnamon has been recalled for elevated levels of lead. Get the details in the Quality Concerns section of our Cinnamon Supplements and Spices Review, which also identifies our Top Picks for ground cinnamon to avoid toxins.
Clinical Update
7/25/2024
Lead in Cinnamon
Another brand of cinnamon has been found to be contaminated with very high levels of lead. Get the details in the Quality Concerns section of our Cinnamon Review, and see our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices (which we tested for lead as well as other toxic heavy metals and potential contaminants.)
Clinical Update
7/29/2024
More Cinnamon Recalled Due to Lead
Three brands of cinnamon are being recalled due to risk of lead contamination, adding to a growing list of affected products. Get the details in the Quality Concerns section of our Cinnamon Review, and see our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices (which we tested for lead and other toxins.)
Clinical Update
8/05/2024
More Cinnamon Recalled
More cinnamon products are being recalled due to the potential risk of lead contamination. Get the details in the Quality Concerns section of our Cinnamon Review, and see our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices (which we tested for lead and other toxins.)
Clinical Update
5/07/2024
RoundUp in Cinnamon
A recent study found glyphosate (RoundUp) in some popular brands of cinnamon. Is this a health concern? Get the brand-specific details in the Quality Concerns section of our Cinnamon Supplements & Spices Review. Also see our Top Pick among cinnamon spices and supplements.
Clinical Update
3/08/2024
Lead In Cinnamon
Elevated levels of lead were found in ground cinnamon from several brands and should be avoided. For details, see our Cinnamon Review, which also identifies our Top Picks for ground cinnamon to avoid toxins.
Clinical Update
5/02/2023
Cinnamon for Lowering Blood Sugar?
Did taking capsules of true (Ceylon) cinnamon reduce fasting blood sugar or HbA1c in people with type 2 diabetes? See what a new study found in the What It Does section of our Cinnamon Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices.
Recalls & Warnings
November 16, 2023
Toxic Levels of Lead Found in Cinnamon Applesauce
WanaBana, Schnucks, and Weis apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches have been recalled after being linked, as of December 5, 2023, to 64 reports of illness, including four children with potential lead toxicity.
Product Review
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Lion's Mane and Chaga Supplements Review
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Product Review
Fruits, Veggies, and Other Greens Supplements Review (Including Spirulina and Chlorella)
Avoid Lead in Greens, Problems with Pills, and Don't Give Up Eating Whole Foods.

Clinical Update
11/05/2016
Cinnamon to Lower Blood Sugar?
A study in people with elevated blood sugar levels found that a particular cinnamon extract (which CL has tested) modestly lowered blood sugar levels. The way the data was analyzed, however, appears flawed in our opinion. Get the details in the "What It Does" section of Cinnamon Supplements and Spices Review >>
Clinical Update
4/22/2022
Cinnamon for Lowering Blood Sugar?
Does taking cinnamon powder or extract help control blood sugar levels in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes? See what the latest study, and earlier studies, have found in the Blood sugar, type 2 diabetes and prediabetes of our Cinnamon Supplements Review.
Also see: Which supplements and foods can help lower or control my blood sugar?
Clinical Update
7/06/2022
Cinnamon & Bleeding Risk
Regularly consuming large amounts of cinnamon may increase the risk of bleeding after surgery, as was recently reported. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Cinnamon Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
9/12/2024
Lead in Cinnamon
Elevated levels of lead, a toxin, were recently reported in a dozen cinnamon spices by Consumer Reports. Products with lower lead levels were considered “Best to Use,” two of which were earlier selected as Top Picks by ConsumerLab (which additionally tested products for the toxin coumarin). For details, see the Quality Concerns section of our Cinnamon Supplements & Spices Review, which includes our Top Picks.
CL Answer
Which supplements can help lower my triglycerides?
Find out whether fish oil supplements, or plant-based oil supplements, such as flaxseed oil and echium oil are best for lowering triglyceride levels. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.

CL Answer
Here’s What You Should Look For In Toothpaste and Mouthwash, and Our Top Picks
Learn about ingredients you want in your toothpaste, mouthwash and other dental products and which ingredients you may want to avoid.

CL Answer
What supplements should I stop taking before surgery?
Info on which supplements to avoid before surgery due to increased risk of bleeding or interference with anesthesia.

CL Answer
Which foods and supplements contain lead, cadmium, or arsenic?
Discover which foods and dietary supplements contain lead and other metals, the limits, who’s testing, and how to stay safe.

CL Answer
I take warfarin (Coumadin), an anticoagulant drug. Are there supplements I should avoid, or be taking, due to this drug?
Find out which supplements should be avoided when taking blood thinners (anticoagulants) like warfarin (Coumadin), including vitamin K, St. John's wort, and curcumin.

CL Answer
With herbal supplements, what is the difference between root powder and root extract? Does it matter?
Learn more about the different forms of herbal supplements, including aloe, boswellia, ginkgo, green tea, and milk thistle.

CL Answer
Which supplements or foods can help lower cholesterol and keep my heart healthy? Are there any to avoid?
Information about heart health supplements & vitamins that help with cholesterol, including sterol esters, CoQ10, and vitamin D, and which may be bad for the heart, like calcium.

CL Answer
Which supplements and foods help relieve constipation and which can cause constipation?
Find out which supplements can cause constipation, including iron, calcium, protein powders and drinks and others. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.

CL Answer
Do any supplements or foods help with migraine? Do any trigger migraine?
Find out if supplements such as magnesium, CoQ10, riboflavin, butterbur, feverfew and others help with migraine. Also learn about foods that may trigger migraine, including chocolate and watermelon.

CL Answer
Which foods are a good source of B vitamins?
Find out which foods are a good source of B vitamins (like folate and B-12) and when you should take Vitamin B supplements.

CL Answer
Are there supplements I should avoid when taking apixaban (Eliquis) or similar blood thinner drugs like Xarelto?
Learn about supplement interactions with apixaban (Eliquis), rivaroxaban (Xarelto) and other blood thinner drugs in the direct factor Xa inhibitors class.

CL Answer
Are there any supplements I should avoid when taking acetaminophen (Tylenol)?
Find out if there are any supplements that should be avoided when taking acetaminophen (Tylenol).

Product Review
Nutrition Bars & Cookies Review (For Energy, Fiber, Protein, Meal Replacement, and Whole Foods)
Find the Best Nutrition Bar or Cookie. ConsumerLab Tests Reveals Not All Nutrition Bars and Cookies Contain What They Claim.

Product Review
Green Coffee Bean Extract Supplements Review (for Weight Loss)
Choose the Best Green Coffee Bean Extract. 50% of Green Coffee Bean Extract Supplements Don't Deliver Expected Ingredients.

CL Answer
Which supplements can help to lower blood pressure?
Supplements to lower blood pressure, including CoQ10, vitamin C, fish oil, and olive oil, are all explored to find out what works.

CL Answer
I enjoy oat milk in my coffee, but how healthy is it for me?
Is oat milk healthy? Information about oat milk contents, how much sugar and calcium is in oat milk, and if it is a healthy alternative to cow milk.

CL Answer
Energy Gels: What Are They Used For and Do They Contain Their Labeled Ingredients?
Energy gels are a convenient on-the-go carbohydrate source, but some products may not contain the amount of carbohydrates stated on the label.

Recalls & Warnings
August 16, 2023
FDA Warns Hekma Center, LLC for Promoting Products to Treat Anemia, Diabetes, Depression, & More
On June 2, 2023, the FDA issued a warning letter to Hekma Center, LLC following review of the company’s website and social media, which found statements about the company’s Natural Supplements for Anemia, Lymf (Galium aparine), Natural Supplements for Cardiomyopathy, Magic1 (Moringa ...
Recalls & Warnings
April 25, 2024
Yogi Tea Recalled Due to Pesticides
On April 19, 2024, Yogi Tea issued a recall of over 54,800 packs of Yogi Echinacea Immune Support tea after a sample of echinacea tested above acceptable limits for multiple pesticides. No illnesses have been reported to date.
Product Review
Shilajit Supplements Review (Resins and Extracts)
We Discovered Major Differences Among Shilajit Supplements

Recalls & Warnings
April 24, 2024
Organic Basil Sold at Trader Joe’s & Other Markets Recalled Due to Salmonella Risk
On April 18, 2024, Infinite Herbs, LLC issued a recall of certain packages of Infinite Herbs and Melissa’s brand fresh organic basil due to the potential presence of Salmonella.
Recalls & Warnings
February 20, 2024
Nordic Naturals Infant Liquid Vitamin D Recalled Due to Excessive Vitamin D
On February 17, 2024, Nordic Naturals issued a recall of one lot (approximately 3,800 units) of Nordic Naturals Baby’s Vitamin D3 Liquid because it contains elevated levels of vitamin D. The product is labeled as containing 400 IU (10 mcg) per the suggested serving of 0.25 mL.
Recalls & Warnings
February 22, 2024
Nutracelle Children’s Gummy Vitamin Recalled
On February 2, 2020, Health Canada (the Canadian equivalent of the FDA) advised consumers that one lot of Nutracelle Nutramin Vitamin for Kids is being recalled by the manufacturer (Wildman Protein Treats Ltd.
Product Review
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Product Review
Olive Leaf Extract Supplements Review
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Product Review
Electrolytes & Sports Drinks Review
See Which Sports Drinks, Powders, and Pills Deliver the Right Electrolytes

CL Answer
Do any supplements, foods, or oils help reduce muscle pain, muscle cramps, or nighttime leg cramps?
Find out which supplements, and topical products such as magnesium creams, can help reduce muscle pain, leg cramps, and nighttime leg cramps, and which may worsen muscle cramps. Also, learn about vitamin and mineral deficiencies and common medications that can cause muscle cramps and nocturnal leg cramps.

Recalls & Warnings
June 19, 2024
DBH Beverly Hills Sunscreen Falsely Promoted as Octinoxate Free, Says FDA
On June 12, 2024, the FDA issued a Warning Letter to Aqualex Co., Ltd.following inspection of the company’s website, manufacturing facility, and sunscreen products, which found its DBH Beverly Hills, EGF FGE DNA, UV Shield sunscreen to be misbranded.
Recalls & Warnings
January 28, 2025
Shatavari Powder Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Contamination
On January 27, 2025, New York Wholesale Group recalled Zaarah Herbals shatavari powder because of potential lead contamination.
Recalls & Warnings
March 10, 2025
Probiotics and Prebiotic Gummies Recalled
On January 17, 2025, Health and Happiness (H&H) LLC.
Product Review
Joint Health Supplements Review (Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM, Boswellia, Collagen and Turmeric)
18% of Joint Health Supplements Failed to Pass Our Tests. See Which Passed or Failed, and Our Top Picks.

CL Answer
Which supplements help with arthritis?
Learn more about supplements for joint health, including products such as Wobenzym and Zyflamend and ingredients such as collagen, curcumin, glucosamine and chondroitin, hyaluronic acid, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), SAMe, and others.

Recalls & Warnings
April 27, 2023
Ground Cumin Recalled Due to Salmonella Risk
On April 20, 2023, Lipari Foods issued a recall of one lot of Lipari branded Ground Cumin Tubs due to the potential presence of Salmonella.
Recalls & Warnings
October 05, 2023
Counterfeit Pure Encapsulations and GutConnect 365 Sold on Amazon
On September 26, 2023, a man from New Jersey was arrested for selling fake versions of Pure Encapsulations L-Glutamine and Nature MD's GutConnect 365 on Amazon.
Recalls & Warnings
March 21, 2024
Eleven Brands of Sexual Enhancement Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Prescription Drugs
On March 19, 2024, Pyramid Wholesale issued a recall of 11 brands of sexual enhancement supplements, including honey-based products, after they were found to contain undeclared sildenafil and tadalafil.
Recalls & Warnings
April 10, 2024
Powerade Variety Packs Recalled
On February 27, 2024, the Coca-Cola Company issued a recall of various lots of Powerade Zero Fruit Punch, Powerade Zero Mixed Berry, and Powerade Mountain Berry Blast electrolyte drinks because the products may contain a foreign metal object, namely a stainless-steel ring.
CL Answer
A tea called Throat Coat made me lethargic and I was found to have low potassium. Is this a known problem? I was drinking 5 cups a day.
Throat Coat tea information, including licorice root content, potassium loss, and symptoms such as lethargy, increased blood pressure and fluid retention. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.

Recalls & Warnings
August 25, 2022
Oregon’s Wild Harvest Warned by FDA for Manufacturing Violations
On July 8, 2022, the FDA issued a warning letter to Oregon’s Wild Harvest, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
June 30, 2022
FDA Warns Seller of Vision and Allergy Supplements
On May 26, 2022, the FDA issued a warning letter to Golden Lab LLC following an inspection of the website, which found statements about the company’s DoctoRx’s Optimal Formula Ocular Pressure & Optic Nerve Support Formula Ocular Health Capsule, DoctoRx’s Optimal Formula ...
Recalls & Warnings
July 10, 2020
Sundial Herbal Recalls More Than Sixty Products Including Turmeric, Cinnamon & Tea
On July 9, 2020, Sundial Herbal Products issued a recall of more than 60 herbal products because they were misbranded and/ or promoted with drug claims. Their labels contain drug claims stating the products can diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent disease.
News Release
February 29, 2020
Collagen and Magnesium Rise in Popularity, as Fish Oil and Curcumin Dip in Latest ConsumerLab Survey of Supplement Users
White Plains, New York, February 29, 2020 — A recent survey of 9,782 people who use dietary supplements shows that collagen (+ 4.1 percentage points), magnesium (+ 2.3 pts) and CBD (+ 2.
Recalls & Warnings
July 21, 2022
Young Living Warned for Promoting Essential Oils to Treat Seasonal Allergies, Kidney Stones & More
On June 10, 2022, the FDA issued a warning letter to Young Living Essential Oils Corporate after an inspection of the company’s website and social media found statements about the company’s essential oil and CBD products to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
March 02, 2022
Seller of Holistic Tea Warned by FDA
On February 17, 2022, the FDA issued a warning letter to Vital Health & Wellness following an inspection of the company’s website, which found statements made about the company’s product, Dr. Miller’s Holistic Premium Holy Tea, to be drug claims.
CL Answer
Is topical menthol, such as Biofreeze, safe and effective for pain relief?
Menthol is commonly used in topical creams and gels for pain relief. Find out if it works and if it's safe.

CL Answer
How does turmeric spice compare to curcumin (turmeric extract) in supplements? I sprinkle it on my foods and wonder if that's equivalent to taking a supplement.
What is the difference between turmeric spices used in the kitchen and turmeric supplements? Is sprinkling turmeric on my food equivalent to taking a turmeric supplement? ConsumerLab's answer explores this question.

Recalls & Warnings
May 12, 2018
Seller of Astaxanthin, Cinnamon, Pine Bark and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On March 22, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to Get The Tea following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Get the Tea Astaxanthin Max, Get the Tea Colostrum Complete, and Get the Tea Pine Bark Capsules, to be adulterated because they were ...
Recalls & Warnings
June 30, 2020
FDA Warns Seller of Alpha Lipoic Acid, Berberine, and More
On June 18, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Only Natural, Inc. dba Bio Nutrition, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
April 10, 2021
HI-TECH Workout Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergens
On April 3, 2021, HI-TECH Pharmaceuticals issued a recall of all lots of APS Nutrition Isomorph 28 in a 2lb jug because they contain undeclared milk, wheat, and soy.
Recalls & Warnings
June 27, 2017
Seller of Alpha Lipoic Acid, Cinnamon Supplements and More Warned For Manufacturing Violations
On May 1, 2017 the FDA issued a warning letter to Nature's Vision, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
April 17, 2020
Earth Angel Oils Warned for Coronavirus Claims
On April 14, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Earth Angel Oils for selling products with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
October 08, 2019
Seller of Tea, Colloidal Silver, Homeopathic Products Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On September 12, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Herbal Healer Academy, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
July 23, 2019
FDA Warns Seller of CBD Lotions, Patches, Tinctures and Pet Products
On July 22, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Curaleaf, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
July 16, 2019
FDA Warns Seller of Magnesium and CBD
On July 9, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Ceba-Tek, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
August 20, 2019
Seller of Liposomal Curcumin, Vitamin C & Melatonin Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On August 6, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Let's Talk Health, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
June 15, 2016
More Nutrition Bars Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
The following nutrition bars are being recalled because they contain sunflower kernels or may have come in contact with equipment processing sunflower kernels which have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (use the links below for affected lot numbers, UPC, and/or ...
Recalls & Warnings
January 20, 2019
RXBAR Protein Bars Recalled
On January 15, 2019, RXBAR issued a recall of certain varieties of protein bars because they may contain undeclared peanuts.
Recalls & Warnings
September 26, 2014
Sellers of Essential Oils Warned for Claiming to Treat Ebola, Other Diseases
On September 22, 2014, the FDA issued a warning to Young Living following a review of websites, Pinterest, Facebook and Twitter accounts owned by Young Living distributors, which found statements made about the company's essential oils, including Thieves, Cinnamon Bark, Oregano, ImmuPower, ...
Recalls & Warnings
December 12, 2018
Seller of Protein Powder, Spirulina & Other Products Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On October 31, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to DynaPro International, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
December 05, 2018
Seller of Cold and Flu Supplements, "SuperFood" & More Warned by FDA
On October 30, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to American Botanical Pharmacy following a review of the company's website (www.herbdoc.com) and Facebook page, which found statements made about some of its products to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
December 01, 2018
Seller of 5-HTP, Potassium & More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On September 7, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to The Delano Company, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
September 03, 2013
Sexual Enhancement Supplements Containing Undeclared Drug Recalled
On August 27, 2013, Hardmenstore.com issued a voluntary recall of sexual enhancement supplements 72HP, Evil Root and Pro Power Max because they were found to contain undeclared sildenafil.
Recalls & Warnings
February 19, 2014
Seller of Sexual Enhancement Supplements Warned For Manufacturing Violations
On February 11, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Maximus Niterider International Group, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
January 24, 2013
Food for Health Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims on Supplements
On October 5, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to Food for Health International, LLC following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Activz brand Vitamin D, Potassium Iodine, Organic Vitamin C, Whole 9 (a fruit and vegetable meal replacement shake) Control and VMA ...
Recalls & Warnings
November 21, 2012
Maker of Probiotic and Sports Drinks Warned For Manufacturing Violations
On November 6, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to CocoKefir, LLC stating that the company's Tula's CocoKefir, Tula's Citrus CocoKefir, and Tula's Apple Cinnamon CocoKefir have been prepared, packed or held under conditions which violate Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
Recalls & Warnings
July 25, 2013
Beware of Dietary Supplements With Claims To Treat Diabetes, FDA Warns
On July 23, 2013, the FDA issued a warning to consumers not to buy or use dietary supplements that are promoted to treat diabetes.
Recalls & Warnings
February 17, 2018
FDA Reports Prevalence of Salmonella In Retail Spices
An FDA study of 11 different types of spices sold in retail stores throughout the U.S. found the prevalence of Salmonella contamination to be less than 1%. Overall, this was significantly lower than when the same types of spices were tested at the time of import to the U.S.
Recalls & Warnings
December 29, 2015
Whey Protein Recalled
On December 23, 2015, American Pure Whey issued a recall of all lots of 100% Pure Whey Protein Matrix and 100% Pure Whey Protein Isolate because they contain undeclared milk and soy.
Recalls & Warnings
April 06, 2018
EXO Cricket Protein Bars Recalled
On April 5, 2018, Aspire Food Group, issued a recall of certain 60 gram EXO cricket protein bars because they may contain undeclared sulfites. Apricots used in the products contain sulfur dioxide as a preservative.
Recalls & Warnings
December 05, 2014
Maker of Immune Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On November 20, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Urban Moonshine, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
March 30, 2019
FDA Warns Seller of Reishi, Joint Supplements, Ginseng & More for Pesticides, Other Violations
On March 12, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Yanqing "Michael" Li and Chang Su, owners of the website http://www.woohoonatural.
Recalls & Warnings
February 17, 2018
FDA Warns Seller Reishi Mushroom Supplements
On February 7, 2018, the FDA issued a warning letter to Reishi D. International, Inc., following a facility inspection which found the company's Reishi D.
Recalls & Warnings
October 17, 2017
Organic Tarragon Spice Recalled Due to Salmonella Risk
On October 16, 2017, Organic Spices, Inc. dba Spicely Organics issued a recall of its Organic Tarragon because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Recalls & Warnings
September 28, 2017
Seller of Prostate, Reishi Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On September 11, 2017, the FDA issued a warning letter to Vicare International (USA), Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
August 29, 2017
FDA Warns Seller of Supplements for Allergies, Joint Pain, Bone Health, and More
On August 16, 2017, the FDA issued a warning letter to Total Nutrition, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
August 03, 2017
Protein Bars Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
On August 2, 2017, Amrita Health Foods recalled several varieties of protein bars due to potential contamination with Listeria monoocytogenes.
Recalls & Warnings
July 24, 2017
Protein Bars Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
On July 21, 2017, Bhu Foods recalled a number of their products after their organic sunflower seeds, distributed by Hudson Valley Foods, Inc., were potentially contaminated with Listeria monoocytogenes.
Recalls & Warnings
September 27, 2013
Sexual Enhancement Supplement Containing Undeclared Drug Recalled
On September 24, 2013, the FDA warned consumers not to buy or use sexual enhancement supplement Wood-E because it was found to contain sildenafil. Sildenafil, the active ingredient in the prescription drug Viagra, is typically prescribed for erectile dysfunction.
Recalls & Warnings
September 26, 2012
Maker of Eye Health Supplements Warned for Drug Claims
On September 18, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to EyeScience Labs, L.L.C. because statements made about the company's Macular Health Formula, Dry Eye Formula and Diabetic Vision Formula supplements were found to constitute drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
September 18, 2012
Men’s Sexual Enhancement Supplement Containing Prescription Drug Recalled
On September 12, 2012, Body Basics Inc. issued a voluntary nationwide recall of ACTRA-Sx 500 Dietary Supplement Capsules after independent laboratory testing confirmed the supplement contains the prescription drug sildenafil citrate.
Recalls & Warnings
September 18, 2012
Maker of Noni, Nopal, Blood Sugar and Cholesterol Supplements Warned For Drug Claims, Misbranding, and Manufacturing Violations
On August 27, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to Naturavit, Inc. for making statements about dietary supplements Noni Imperial Hawaiian, Garlic and Parsley, Cholestol, Nopal and Diatrin that constitute drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
August 30, 2012
FDA Warns of Medical Claims Made For Numerous Chinese Herbal Products
On August 15, 2012, the FDA warned Dragon Herbs that promotional statements made on the company's website constitute drug claims for twenty herbal products, including CardioPro 2000, Cordyceps, Duanwood Reishi, Gynostemma, Ginseng and Astragalus Combination, Dang Gui and Gelatin, Sweet Relief, ...
Recalls & Warnings
July 30, 2014
Chocolate and Carob Drink Mix Recalled Due To Salmonella Risk
On July 25, 2014, CaCoCo, Inc. issued a recall of CaCoCo Original and Global Warrior chocolate drink mixes because they contain organic carob powder which has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Recalls & Warnings
February 10, 2015
Seller of "Natural" Cough Syrup Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On January 21, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Fragrance Manufacturing Incorporated, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Maty's All Natural Cough Syrup and Maty's All Natural Cough Syrup for Kids, to be adulterated because they ...
Recalls & Warnings
April 26, 2013
Seller of Immune, Cholesterol, Liver and Blood Sugar Products Warned For Drug Claims
On March 20, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Birkdale Medicinals LLC, following a review of the company's website which found statements made about Birkdale products, including Immune Response 247, Cholestat, Silymarin 81 and LevelStat, to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
February 13, 2013
Manufacturer of Heart, Multivitamin, Cranberry, and Longevity Supplements Warned For Adulteration and Drug Claims
On January 29, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to M.D.R. Fitness Corp. following a facility inspection which found violations of good manufacturing practices which cause the company's products to be adulterated.
Recalls & Warnings
December 16, 2015
Maker of Red Yeast Rice, St. John's Wort, Valerian and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On December 2, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Nature's Health, LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's product, including Ginkgo & Rhodiola, Blood Sugar Balance IV, Cinnamon Extract, Choles-Balance Red Yeast Extract, Lecithin, Milk Thistle Seed Extract, ...
Recalls & Warnings
November 02, 2012
Manufacturer of Prostate, Inflammation and Cholesterol Supplements Warned For Drug Claims
On October 15, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to Ortho Molecular Products, Inc. for making drug claims about the following dietary supplements: Candicid Forte, Inflamma-bLOX, Lipitrol, Mucosagen, Prostatrol Forte, Resvoxitrol, Paracid Forte, VascuPak HTN and Lithium Orotate.
News Release
January 05, 2016
Cinnamon Spices and Supplements Found to Vary Widely in Levels of Potentially Helpful and Harmful Compounds Reports ConsumerLab.com
White Plains, New York, January 5, 2016 — Cinnamon supplements may be helpful for controlling blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, possibly due to compounds known as proanthocyanidins or PACs.
Recalls & Warnings
March 15, 2013
Maker of Liquid Supplements Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On January 31, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Liquid Health, Inc.