Dietary supplements and products marketed for wellness, anti-aging, or performance enhancement are often mislabeled and may contain harmful or prohibited substances. Historically, this issue has led to adverse health events for consumers and caused failed drug tests among athletes and military Service Members.

A growing concern is the emergence of products containing novel or experimental substances (NES), unapproved drugs, and research chemicals that are sometimes falsely marketed as dietary supplements. Despite labeling disclaimers such as "for research use only," these products are readily and widely accessible to the general public.

Operation Supplement Safety (OPSS), in partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB) and the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), formed the Performance Enhancing Substances Consortium (PESC). The goal of this consortium is to protect Service Members, athletes, and the public from dangerous substances that could harm their health and careers. This panel discussion will examine current market trends and explore educational strategies designed to raise awareness regarding dietary supplement and other products available to all consumers, reduce associated risks, and ensure patient safety.