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What are "hypoallergenic" supplements? How can I find hypoallergenic supplements on ConsumerLab.com?

Hypoallergenic Supplements

Hypoallergenic supplements are typically formulated without ingredients known to be common food allergens, such as milk, fish, shellfish, eggs and nuts, and/or gluten , and certain artificial coloring agents, and fillers. ConsumerLab has tested many hypoallergenic supplements including multivitamins, probiotics, protein powders and more.

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Clinical Update

1/10/2023

Sesame as Allergen

If you are allergic to sesame, here's some good news: The presence of sesame in a product must now be listed on labels as a food allergen. However, be aware that sesame may not be listed on products already on store shelves. We've added details about this to our answer to the question: What are "hypoallergenic" supplements? How can I find hypoallergenic supplements on ConsumerLab.com?

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Is it true that taking calcium supplements increases the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD)?

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D-Mannose Supplements

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Supplements That May Be Needed When Following a Gluten-Free Diet

Find out if supplements such as folate, vitamin B-12, niacin, thiamin, iron, vitamin D, and/or fiber are needed when following a gluten-free diet. Also learn how to find gluten-free supplements on ConsumerLab.com.

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Protein Powders, Shakes, and Meal Replacements Review

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Probiotic Supplements Review (Including Pet Probiotics)

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Recalls & Warnings

October 22, 2002

FDA Seizes Supplements Claiming to Treat Autism

On October 17, 2002 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported that, at its request, US Marshals seized dietary supplements making drug claims from the Humphrey Laboratories of Lake Oswego, Oregon, doing business as Kirkman Laboratories. U.S.