In this episode of The Ingredientsage Podcast, we confront one of the most uncomfortable but essential questions in the supplement industry: are the products on the shelf actually safe and effective, or contaminated and underperforming?
We break down the most common contamination risks, including heavy metals, microbes, solvents, and adulterants, and explain how these issues arise during sourcing, manufacturing, and storage.
You’ll learn why some supplements fail potency claims, how degradation and poor formulation can render products ineffective, and what testing data truly reveals about quality versus compliance theater.
We also discuss Certificates of Analysis, third-party testing limitations, GMP gaps, and red flags consumers and brand owners should never ignore.
This episode provides a clear, evidence-based framework for separating high-integrity supplements from products that are either contaminated, underdosed, or functionally useless.
Because understanding ingredients is the first step toward building better wellness.
