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Operation Supplement Safety is a DoD-wide educational campaign to increase awareness about potential health risks and how to choose safe dietary supplements.

Joined January 2017
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🚨 FDA warns consumers about illegal bodybuilding dietary supplement products. These products often contain Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs). SARMs are unapproved drugs and can pose significant health risks. ➡️ Learn more: ow.ly/H3QC50XGWXw
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🆕 The following ingredients were recently added to the DoD Prohibited Dietary Supplement Ingredients List: 🚫 Epitalon 🚫 Dihexa ➡️ For more information, or to search additional ingredients, visit OPSS.org #MilitaryHealth #SupplementSafety #OPSS
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Due to the government shutdown, the "What's Supp?!" social media campaign will now launch in February 2026. We can't wait to finally share what our team and partners have put together!
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How much caffeine is too much caffeine? You might be surprised. If you're looking for a quick performance boost, caffeine can be a convenient option to improve vigilance, alertness & attention as well as supporting long-term endurance. But it can be very easy to overdo it.
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Do you know where to find out if an ingredient is prohibited for service members? #OPSS
0%Yes, OPSS
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Do you believe pre-workout products are necessary for performance? #OPSS
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100%Helpful but not essential
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💊 Testosterone-boosters may be marketed to enhance performance, endurance, and strength. ⚠️ Safety and benefits of these products have not been established. 🥼Concerned about your testosterone level... talk with a healthcare provider. ➡️ Learn more: ow.ly/wGF050WTk4q
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🧠 Huperzine A is an ingredient commonly used in dietary supplements marketed to boost brain health, and support memory, focus, and mental clarity. ➡️ Learn more about this ingredient: ow.ly/SUcy50WIVaQ
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Team members [Lindsay Vander Molen and Duy (Zoey) Hua, Ph.D.] were proud to be a part of the Health and Readiness Optimization (HeRO) Health Fair at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB).
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OPSS provides evidence-based resources to help Service Members make informed decisions on dietary supplements and performance-enhancing substances. 📷Read more about the HeRO Fair: dvidshub.net/.../jbab-hosts-…... #CHAMPions #OPSSOutreach #HealthandWellness #MilitaryHealth
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#Berberine continues to gain attention as a natural alternative for blood sugar and weight management. But does it really measure up to the claims of being ""nature’s Ozempic?"" ➡️Read our article to find out: ow.ly/FvFN50WTixn
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Do you think food and hydration can boost performance? #OPSS
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Recovering from a musculoskeletal injury? Nutrition is your foundation to healing. While some dietary supplements may support recovery, they're one piece of the puzzle. The real power lies in what you eat. ➡️ Follow these nutrition strategies: ow.ly/BfTl50WQimB #OPSS
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Service Members: Did you know? ☕Caffeine can help boost mental and physical performance, use it strategically and know the limits. ➡️ For tips on caffeine use, check out our infographic: ow.ly/jWYW50WQikM #caffeine
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What's the most confusing thing about dietary supplement labels? #OPSS
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What year did the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) become law? #OPSS
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Service Members: Stay informed, stay safe. 🚫 Delta-8-THC is a prohibited psychoactive substance. ⚠️ Use of delta-8-THC products has also been associated with serious health risks. ➡️ Learn more from our new article: ow.ly/Citl50WGMzs #Delta8 #OPSS #MilitaryHealth
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Power your performance with trusted, evidence-based information! Follow OPSS across all platforms for up-to-date information on dietary supplements and performance products, including performance-enhancing substances. ➡️ Visit opss.org for more information. #OPSS
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