IMPACT Magazine | Fall 2017

DOCTALK
WE ASKED THE ADVOCARE SCIENCE TEAM WHICH PRODUCT QUESTIONS
THEY HEAR MOST OFTEN. HERE'S WHAT THEY TOLD US.
S C I E N C E
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What are the benefits of dietary supplements? Are dietary supplements regulated?
Consistently eating healthy food is the desired goal to help promote health, but food alone may not provide the total daily
Recommended Dietary Allowances you need for sufficient nutrition. That’s why the combination of a healthy diet, exercise
and taking daily supplements is an effective way to fill in gaps and enhance your overall wellness.
A number of local, state and federal agencies regulate dietary supplements including the Food and Drug Administration
(FDA). The FDA regulates the manufacturing, storage, labeling and logistics of dietary supplements, foods and drugs.
Dietary supplement manufacturers are responsible for ensuring a dietary supplement is safe before it is marketed. The
agency is charged with taking action against any unsafe dietary supplement product after it reaches the market including
products that use ingredients banned by the FDA. In addition, the FTC regulates the advertising of dietary supplements.
Manufacturers and distributors must make sure product label information is truthful and not misleading.
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Do I need to talk with my physician before taking AdvoCare products?
As a health and wellness company, AdvoCare provides guidance on nutrition and living a healthy lifestyle. Before using any
AdvoCare products, please consult your healthcare professional for advice on drug-nutrient interactions and whether dietary
supplements may be added to your routine. AdvoCare cannot give any medical advice regarding dietary supplements. This
information is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a healthcare professional.
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How does AdvoCare ensure the quality of its products and what quality control procedures are involved?
AdvoCare adheres to very high standards with respect to quality. Vitamins and minerals for all AdvoCare formulas are high
quality and are tested for purity and potency. Herbal extracts are standardized for known active components in order to deliver
consistent results. AdvoCare uses highly digestible forms of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other nutrients.
AdvoCare products are manufactured in facilities that adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices. Quality control and
quality assurance programs are part of standard operating procedures for each facility.
AdvoCare tablets, capsules, drinks, shakes and bars are all manufactured in accordance with stringent quality-control specifications
and standards. These stringent specifications include requirements for ingredients, physical characteristics and analytical testing.
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