When was the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act enacted?

The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) was enacted in 1994. This legislation significantly altered the regulatory framework for dietary supplements, allowing them to be marketed without the same pre-approval requirements that pharmaceuticals face. By defining dietary supplements and establishing specific guidelines for labeling and claims, the act aimed to provide consumers with more information and access to these products while ensuring some level of safety and quality. The enactment of DSHEA marked an important shift in how dietary supplements are treated within the scope of federal regulations, promoting consumer choice while also requiring manufacturers to adhere to certain standards in the production and labeling of their products.