Bad: how to distinguish a fake from the original

Bad: how to distinguish a fake from the original

Section 1: Understanding the market of the basements and risks of fakes

1. DOUDITION DEMICTION (biologically active additive): Bades are concentrates of natural or identical to natural biologically active substances intended for direct intake or introduction into food products in order to enrich the diet with individual food or biologically active substances and their complexes. They are not drugs and are used to maintain health, increase the adaptive capabilities of the body, and the prevention of diseases.

2. Bad regulation: Unlike drugs, dietary supplement in Russia (and many other countries) undergo state registration, not clinical trials. This means that the manufacturer must provide documentation confirming the safety of the product, but is not obliged to prove its effectiveness in the treatment of specific diseases.

3. Growth of popularity and risks: The dietary supplement market is growing due to the desire of people for a healthy lifestyle, self-medication and prevention of diseases. High demand attracts unscrupulous manufacturers who flood the market for fakes.

4. Causes of fakes: The main motives of fake dietary supplements:

   • High profit: Low cost of fake production and the ability to sell original products at prices.
   • Minimum requirements: A simplified registration procedure compared to drugs.
   • Weak control: Insufficient control of the market of dietary supplements by regulatory authorities.

5. Composition of fakes: Fake dietary supplements may contain:

   • Low -quality ingredients: Cheap analogues of original components with lower efficiency or without useful properties.
   • Pollutants: Heavy metals, pesticides, bacteria, mold.
   • Incredited substances: Medicines, prohibited ingredients, hormones (especially often in products for weight loss and increased potency).
   • Dummies: A placebo that does not contain any active components.

6. Health threats: The use of fake dietary supplements can lead to:

   • Lack of effect: Not the achievement of the desired result from the admission of dietary supplements.
   • Allergic reactions: Caused by unknown or low -quality ingredients.
   • Poisoning: In the presence of toxic substances in the composition.
   • Interaction with drugs: Incredible medicinal substances can react with other drugs taken by the patient.
   • Exacerbation of chronic diseases: The wrong composition can negatively affect the course of existing diseases.
   • Hormonal imbalance: In the presence of hormones in the composition.
   • Organs damage: Long -term use of fakes with toxic substances can lead to damage to the liver, kidneys and other organs.

7. At-risk groups: The most vulnerable to fakes of dietary supplements:

   • Elderly people: Often they take several dietary supplements at the same time, which increases the risk of interaction with fakes.
   • People with chronic diseases: Trying to find alternative methods of treatment.
   • Self -medication people: Do not consult with a doctor and rely on advertising.
   • Buyers on the Internet: Buy dietary supplements on unverified sites.

Section 2: Visual assessment of packaging and marking

8. Packaging quality: The original dietary supplement packaging should be made of high -quality materials, have clear and bright colors, even seams and neat edges. Fakes often have dim colors, uneven seams, scuffs and other defects.

9. Printing house: Pay attention to the print quality. The original packaging has a clear, legible text without errors and typos. Fakes are often distinguished by blurry text, uneven fonts, grammatical errors and poor image printing quality.

10. Holograms and protective elements: Many manufacturers use holograms, special signs and other protective elements to protect their products from fakes. Make sure the hologram is present and looks high quality. Check if it changes color or image when the viewing angle changes.

11. Information about the manufacturer: The packaging should indicate complete information about the manufacturer: company name, legal address, contact details (phone, e-mail, website). Check this information on the Internet to make sure that the company exists and is a manufacturer of dietary supplements.

12. Composition: Carefully study the composition of the product indicated on the packaging. Make sure all the ingredients are indicated clearly and correctly. If you see unfamiliar or dubious ingredients, look for information about them on the Internet.

13. Best before date: Check the expiration date of the product. It should be clearly indicated on the package and should not be expired. If the shelf life is indicated fuzzy or absent, this may be a sign of fake.

14. Party number: The packaging must indicate the number of the product of the product. This allows the manufacturer to track the products and identify fakes.

15. Certification: Make sure that the product has a certificate of conformity (for example, EAC). Certification information should be indicated on the package. Check the authenticity of the certificate on the website of the regulatory authority (for example, Rosakcreditation).

16. Striking code: Check the barcode of the product using online services or special smartphone applications. If the barcode does not correspond to the product or is not determined, this may be a sign of fake.

17. Packaging language: All information on the package should be in Russian (or the language of the country where dietary supplements are sold). If only foreign languages ​​are present on the packaging, this can be a sign of illegal import or fake.

Section 3: Analysis of the appearance and properties of the product

18. Appearance: Pay attention to the appearance of the product: color, shape, size, consistency (for liquid and gel -like forms). If the product looks unusual or differs from how it should look, it can be a sign of a fake.

19. Scent: The original dietary supplement should have a characteristic smell corresponding to the ingredients in its composition. If the product has an unpleasant, strange or absent smell, this may be a sign of fake.

20. Taste: If the dietary supplement is intended for use in pure form, try it to taste. It must have a taste corresponding to the ingredients in its composition. If the product has a bitter, sour, metal or other unpleasant taste, it can be a sign of fake.

21. Solubility: If the dietary supplement is intended for dissolution in water or other liquid, check its solubility. It should dissolve completely and quickly, without leaving a sediment or mutet. If the product does not dissolve well or forms a precipitate, this may be a sign of fake.

22. Consistency: For liquid and gel -like forms of dietary supplements, pay attention to the consistency. It should be homogeneous and not contain extraneous inclusions. If the product has stratification, lumps or other defects of the consistency, this may be a sign of fake.

23. Color: The color of the product must correspond to the declared on the package. If the color is too bright, dull or unnatural, it can be a sign of fake.

24. Weight: Compare the weight of the product indicated on the packaging. If the weight is significantly different, it can be a sign of fake.

25. The integrity of the package: Before use, make sure that the product packaging is not damaged. If the packaging is swollen, deformed or has other damage, this may be a sign of improper storage or fake.

Section 4: Place of purchase and price

26. Authoritative sellers: Buy dietary supplements only in trusted pharmacies, specialized healthy meals or on official manufacturers. Avoid buying dietary supplements in the markets, in dubious online stores or from individuals.

27. Seller’s reputation: Before buying a dietary supplement in the online store, study reviews about the seller. Make sure the store has good reputation and positive reviews from other customers.

28. The presence of a license: Make sure that the pharmacy or store where you buy dietary supplements has a license to carry out pharmaceutical activities.

29. Suspiciously low price: Be careful with dietary supplements that are sold at too low. Too low price may be a sign of fake or expired shelf life. Compare the price with prices in other stores and pharmacies.

30. Promotions and discounts: Pay attention to promotions and discounts. Too big discounts can be a sign that the seller is trying to get rid of fake products.

31. The presence of a cashier check: When buying a dietary supplement, demand a cashier’s check. It is a confirmation of the purchase and can be useful in case of problems with the quality of the product.

32. Payment: Prefer payment by bank card or through payment systems that provide customer protection. Avoid cash payment to the courier or transfer to your personal account.

Section 5: Verce Verpret by documents

33. Certificate of state registration (SGR): The dietary supplements, legally sold in Russia, must have a certificate of state registration (SGR). Ask the seller to provide a copy of the SGR.

34. Checking SG: You can check the authenticity of the SGR on the Rospotrebnadzor website in the register of certificates of state registration. Enter the name of the dietary supplement, manufacturer or SGR number to make sure that the certificate really corresponds to the product.

35. Declaration of conformity: Along with the SGR, some dietary supplements may require a declaration of conformity. Ask the seller to provide a copy of the declaration.

36. Manufacturer quality certificate: If possible, ask the seller of a quality certificate from the manufacturer. This may be an additional confirmation of the authenticity of the product.

37. Documentation analysis: Carefully study the documents provided. Make sure that the name of the product, manufacturer, composition and other data correspond to information on the package.

38. Documents of documents: Check the validity of the SGR and the declaration of conformity. They should be relevant at the time of purchase.

Section 6: Studying the composition and actions of the dietary

39. Active ingredients: Study the active ingredients of the dietary supplement. Look for information about them in scientific articles, medical reference books and other reliable sources. Make sure the ingredients really have declared properties.

40. The concentration of active ingredients: Pay attention to the concentration of active ingredients. Too low concentration may indicate the inefficiency of the product, and too high – the possible risk of side effects.

41. Excipients: Explore the excipients that make up the dietary supplement. Make sure they are safe for use and do not cause allergic reactions.

42. Contraindications and side effects: Carefully study the contraindications and the possible side effects indicated on the packaging. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.

43. Interaction with drugs: Find out whether the dietary supplement can interact with other medicines that you take. This is especially important if you have chronic diseases.

44. Clinical research: Look for information about clinical studies confirming the effectiveness and safety of dietary supplements. However, remember that most dietary supplements do not pass full -fledged clinical trials.

45. Reviews of doctors and specialists: Read the reviews of doctors and specialists about the dietary supplement. This can help you make a more objective opinion about the product.

Section 7: actions when detecting a fake

46. Continuation of the reception: If you suspect that you purchased a fake dietary supplement, immediately stop your reception.

47. Appeal to the seller: Contact the seller with a claim and the requirement to return money for the product. Provide evidence confirming that dietary supplements are a fake.

48. Appeal to Rospotrebnadzor: Replace the fact of the sale of a fake dietary supplement to Rospotrebnadzor. Give all the evidence you have (check, packaging, examination results, if any).

49. Contacting the police: If you think that your rights have been violated or harmful to your health, contact the police with a statement of fraud.

50. Appeal to the doctor: If after taking Bad you felt a deterioration in health, see a doctor immediately. Tell him that you suspect that you took a fake dietary supplement.

51. Preservation of evidence: Save all documents related to the purchase and dietary supplement (check, packaging, instructions, SGR, test results, etc.). They can be useful to you in the future to protect your rights.

Section 8: Prevention of the purchase of fakes

52. Increased awareness: Constantly increase your awareness about the market of dietary supplements, types of fakes, ways to identify them and methods of protection against them.

53. Critical attitude to advertising: Treat critically to the advertising promises of dietary supplements. Do not believe everything that you see in advertising.

54. Consultations with a doctor: Before you start taking any dietary supplement, consult your doctor. It will help you choose the right product and evaluate possible risks.

55. A thorough selection of the seller: Carefully choose the seller of dietary supplement. Buy only from trusted and reliable suppliers.

56. Attentive check: Carefully check the packaging, marking, composition and appearance of the product before buying.

57. Reference: Compare dietary supplements in different stores and pharmacies. Be careful with too cheap offers.

58. Avoid buying on the Internet: If possible, avoid buying dietary supplements in unverified online stores.

59. Training of relatives and loved ones: Tell your relatives and loved ones about the risks of fake dietary supplements and ways to protect them.

60. Participation in public control: Support public organizations and initiatives aimed at combating fakes of dietary supplements.

Section 9: Online resources to check the authenticity of dietary supplements

61. Rospotrebnadzor site: The official website of Rospotrebnadzor (rospotrebnadzor.ru) provides information on state registration of dietary supplements and a register of certificates of state registration.

62. Rosakkreditation site: The official Rosakcreditation website (fsa.gov.ru) allows you to check the authenticity of certificates of conformity.

63. Sites of dietary supplement manufacturers: Many dietary supplements have sections on their sites dedicated to the fight against fakes and testing of products.

64. Online checks of barcodes: There are online services and mobile applications that allow you to check the bar code of the product and get information about its manufacturer and characteristics.

65. Forums and reviews: Read reviews about dietary supplements and sellers on forums and specialized sites. However, remember that the reviews can be biased.

66. Medical sites and reference books: Look for information about the active ingredients of dietary supplements on medical sites and in directories.

67. Scientific publications: If possible, looking for scientific publications devoted to the study of the effectiveness and safety of Bad.

68. Social media: Subscribe to groups and communities on social networks dedicated to a healthy lifestyle and the fight against fakes of dietary supplements.

Section 10: Legal aspects of fake and sales of dietary supplements

69. Responsibility for fake dietary supplements: The production and sale of fake dietary supplements is a criminal offense and entails liability in accordance with the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (Articles 238, 171.1, 327).

70. Administrative responsibility: Violation of the rules for the trade in dietary supplements also entails administrative liability in accordance with the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation (Article 14.2, 14.43).

71. Consumer protection: Consumers who have bought fake dietary supplements have the right to protect their rights in accordance with the Law of the Russian Federation “On Protection of Consumer Rights”.

72. Compensation for damage: Consumers affected by the use of a fake Bad are entitled to compensate for harm caused to health and property.

73. Court of appeal: In case of violation of consumer rights, they have the right to apply to the court with a lawsuit to protect their rights and compensation for damage.

74. Criminal prosecution: The criminal prosecution of persons involved in the production and sale of fake dietary supplements is carried out by law enforcement agencies.

75. Confiscation of fake products: Fake products are subject to confiscation and destruction in the manner prescribed by law.

Section 11: The future of the market of the Dad and the fight against fakes

76. Strengthening control: It is necessary to strengthen control over the market for the dietary supplement by regulatory authorities, in particular Rospotrebnadzor and Roszdravnadzor.

77. Tighten the legislation: It is necessary to tighten the legislation in the field of production and sale of dietary supplements, including tightening responsibility for falsification of products.

78. Marking: The introduction of mandatory marking of dietary supplements will allow you to track products from the manufacturer to the consumer and identify fakes.

79. Increase in the liability of manufacturers: It is necessary to increase the responsibility of producers of dietary supplements for the quality and safety of their products.

80. Information of consumers: It is necessary to conduct an active information campaign among consumers about the risks of fake dietary supplements and ways to protect against them.

81. Technology development: The development of new technologies, such as blockchain, can help in the fight against fakes of dietary supplements, ensuring transparency and traceability of products.

82. International cooperation: It is necessary to develop international cooperation in the fight against fakes of dietary supplements, exchange experience and information with other countries.

83. Support for scientific research: It is necessary to maintain scientific research in the field of dietary supplements in order to better understand their effectiveness and safety.

84. Development of public control: It is necessary to develop public control over the market of dietary supplements, to involve consumers and public organizations in the fight against fakes.

Section 12: typical signs of fakes for various types of dietary supplements

85. Vitamins: Fake vitamins often contain low doses of active substances or do not contain them at all. They may have an unnatural color or smell.

86. Minerals: Fake minerals may contain toxic impurities, such as heavy metals. They can poorly dissolve in water.

87. Plant extracts: Fake plant extracts may contain cheap substitutes for original plants. They may not have a characteristic smell and taste.

88. Probiotics: Fake probiotics may contain non -viable bacteria or bacteria not declared on the packaging.

89. Omega-3 fatty acids: Fake omega-3 fatty acids may contain oxidized oils or low-quality oils. They may have a fish taste and smell.

90. Slimming products: Fake weight loss products often contain sibutramine or other prohibited substances. They can cause serious side effects.

91. Products to increase potency: Fake products to increase potency often contain sildenafil or other FDE-5 inhibitors. It can be dangerous for people with cardiovascular diseases.

Section 13: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

92. How often are dietary supplements? Fakes of dietary supplements are quite common, especially in online stores and markets.

93. What dietary supplements are fake most often? Most often, dietary supplements for weight loss, increase potency, vitamins and minerals are faked.

94. Is it possible to determine the fake of the dietary supplement by appearance? The appearance may be a sign of fake, but not always. Other factors must be taken into account.

95. How to check the authenticity of the SGR? The authenticity of the SGR can be checked on the Rospotrebnadzor website.

96. What to do if I bought a fake dietary supplement? It is necessary to stop receiving dietary supplements, contact the seller and Rospotrebnadzor.

97. Can a fake diet be dangerous to health? Yes, fake dietary supplement can be dangerous to health.

98. Is it worth buying dietary supplements at all? The decision to receive dietary supplements should be made after consulting a doctor.

99. Where is it better to buy dietary supplements? It is better to buy dietary supplements in pharmacies and specialized stores.

100. How to protect yourself from buying a fake dietary supplement? Carefully choose the seller, check the packaging and documents, study the composition and reviews.