Course overview

    1. Welcome to Anatomy of a Supplement: Quality Considerations

    1. Purity, potency, and safety considerations

    1. Supplement sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution

    1. How to read a supplement label

    1. Surveillance, recalls, and adverse events

    1. An introduction to depletions, interactions, and general contraindications

About this course

  • Free
  • 8 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

Learning objectives

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Understand the key considerations for supplement purity, potency, and safety.

  • Analyze the impact of manufacturing processes and regulatory standards on supplement quality.

  • Evaluate supplement labels to verify accuracy and identify potential contaminants or allergens.

  • Identify common quality concerns such as ingredient variability and counterfeit products.

  • Apply knowledge of supplement quality to make informed recommendations for patient care.

Your instructor

Eric Viegas, ND

Dr. Eric is a licensed naturopathic doctor in Ontario, Canada. He's currently a Medical Product Manager for Fullscript’s Integrative Medical Advisory team, focusing mainly on supplement quality and practitioner continuing education.

Disclaimer

The information on this is designed for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. This information should not be used to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting a doctor. These statements have not been evaluated by FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.