Press Releases and Statements

Today’s column in the Los Angeles Times is aligned with calls from responsible manufacturers in the dietary supplement industry who agree that regulations need to be modernized and strengthened.

The Consumer Healthcare Products Association continues its rebranding effort with the recent launch of a new flagship website, www.CHPA.org.

The Consumer Healthcare Products Association today announced the election of two new members to the CHPA Board of Directors during the association’s virtual November meeting.

When used appropriately, dietary supplements can play an important role in personal healthcare by filling nutritional gaps, supporting certain condition-specific needs, promoting healthy body functions, and contributing to overall wellness.

A growing body of scientific evidence shows that dietary supplements are beneficial for individuals who need higher levels of certain nutrients.

When used appropriately melatonin can play an important role in personal healthcare, but inappropriate use of supplements could be harmful. Consumers should be wary of dietary supplement products making unsubstantiated claims regarding the prevention and treatment of COVID-19.

The recent BMJ Open article recognizes nutrition gaps in the American diet but it fails to note the real benefits of vitamin and mineral supplementation to fill these gaps to help consumers maintain a healthy balance.

The CHPA Educational Foundation’s fifth annual gala will be held virtually on November 18, 2020. The event will feature keynote speaker, Steve Jones, a music industry veteran and brand expert with his presentation “Brand Like a Rockstar.”

The Nature’s Bounty Co., a global leader in health and wellness, has joined the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) as its newest member.

CHPA shares FDA’s concern regarding news reports that teens are challenging each other on social media to misuse and abuse OTC medicines containing diphenhydramine, commonly used for allergy symptoms. 

Recognizing the urgent need to address confusion around the legal status of hemp and hemp-derived CBD, we call on Congress to provide FDA statutory authority and additional resources to regulate hemp and hemp-derived CBD as a dietary supplement.