FDA Bans several "Herbal" products

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Over the years I have had quite a few arguments with colleagues over recommending over the counter, non-FDA approved "herbal" and "health" products. I was never sold on the efficacy, not to mention potential safety issues, of many of these products.

Now, it sounds like the FDA is finally acting out against some of the manufacturers, pulling such products as Zicam and Hydroxycut. I suspect we will see more removed from the market in the future.

http://industry.bnet.com/pharma/10002773/fda-bans-herbal-ed-pills-with-lethal-viagra-equivalent-gloves-off-in-fight-with-herbal-producers/