Marketers of dietary supplements like acai and hoodia claim their capsules are all-natural ways to shed pounds fast -- but often lack convincing evidence, experts say. Meanwhile, federal tests are increasingly finding hidden prescription drugs and other dangerous substances in weight loss supplements. And some firms are using schemes to get consumers' credit card numbers and run up charges. Do you really know what you're buying? Dietary supplements can hurt health, wallet
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May 31, 2009
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Alison Young
Alison Young has more than 20 years of experience as an investigative reporter and editor at major U.S. newspapers. She is currently a member of USA TODAY's investigative team and is past president of Investigative Reporters and Editors, a national journalism training organization. Young is a frequent speaker on the techniques of watchdog journalism. This site is her personal portfolio of articles and reporting tips. You can reach her at alisonyoungreports@hotmail.com or ayoung@usatoday.com.
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