Supplements in risky doses found across online marketplaces and on the high street - Which?

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

57% : These types of supplements are classed as food under the Food Supplements Regulations 2003 and are regulated by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS).
54% : Temu said 'Temu complies with all applicable UK laws and regulations governing the sale of food supplements.
52% : We appreciate your attention to this important issue and remain committed to fostering a safe and secure environment on our platform.' Amazon said 'We require all products offered in our store to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and the products flagged by Which?
46% : We expect all sellers to follow local laws and regulations, and listings found to contravene these are subject to prompt review and removal.' TikTok shop said 'Supplements containing unauthorised or banned substances are not allowed to be sold on TikTok Shop.
45% : Regulation needs to keep up with a changing market to avoid people being harmed when trying to make healthy choices.
45% : 'Better regulation and oversight of the supplements industry is desperately needed so that consumers aren'tt put at risk by regularly consuming products which contain more than the advised safe upper levels.' You can check the NHS guide to vitamins and minerals for advice on safe upper levels for vitamins you want to take, and always keep in mind that more isn't necessarily better.
35% : But regulations haven't kept up, and it's putting people's health at risk.

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