Assessing Supplement Quality
Key questions to consider
Not all supplements are created equal, and selecting high-quality options is essential for ensuring safety, efficacy, and optimal health outcomes.
Empower your decision-making with this checklist of key questions to consider when assessing supplement quality, from understanding sourcing and manufacturing standards to verifying ingredient purity and potency.
Authors
Laura Dan, BSc, NDTR
Medical Writer
Prior to joining Fullscript, Laura graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences and established a foundation in an inpatient clinical setting. She later gained experience in corporate wellness and promoted healthy living strategies to a population of more than 13,000 employees. Her passion lies in helping others reach optimal health through good nutrition and holistic healthcare.
Christopher Knee, ND, MSc
Medical Education Manager
Dr. Christopher Knee is a naturopathic doctor, clinical researcher, and natural health and wellness expert from Ottawa, Canada. As the research and education manager for Fullscript’s Integrative Medical Advisory team, he oversees research projects and the development of medical education content for practitioners and patients across North America.
He completed Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Guelph in human kinetics and human biology and nutritional sciences, respectively, and naturopathic training at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.
He's passionate about evidence-informed practice, patient education, health services research, and natural medicines. He has almost 15 years of academic, industry, and advisory experience, having worked with various organizations, including The Ottawa Hospital, the Ottawa Police Service, the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors, the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Valeant Pharmaceuticals, Nordion, and Pfizer.
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