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    • Dietary Supplements

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    • High prevalence of dietary supplement (DS) use among military personnel, particularly Special Operations Forces (SOF).
    • The sports nutrition market is rapidly expanding due to the military's pursuit of enhanced performance.
    • DS products are widely accessible on and off military installations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide a foundational understanding of the dietary supplement landscape for those working with SOF.
    • To review relevant DS regulations and identify potential risks and concerns associated with DS use.
    • To introduce Operation Supplement Safety (OSS) and its resources for supporting SOF health and performance.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of selected dietary supplement regulations.
    • Identification of concerns and risks associated with various DS products.
    • Description of the purpose, functions, and resources of Operation Supplement Safety.

    Main Results:

    • Discussion of regulatory concerns and adverse events linked to DS use.
    • Highlighting red flags and providing tools to aid the SOF community.
    • Emphasis on the potential for interactions between DS ingredients and prescribed medications.

    Conclusions:

    • A basic understanding of DS is essential for personnel supporting SOF.
    • Awareness of DS risks, regulations, and available resources like OSS is vital.
    • Proactive management of DS use can help sustain military health and operational readiness.