These herbal and dietary supplements are generally safe to be consumed, but it doesn't mean that they're effective.
Supplement-makers can make claims about weight loss as long as they include a disclaimer that the statement has not been evaluated by the FDA.
Unlike pharmaceutical drugs that require rigorous testing and clinical evidence to demonstrate their safety and effectiveness, dietary supplements are not required to prove they work.
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