About The Supplement Ratings
We believe everyone deserves access to unbiased, science-based information about the supplements they take.
Our Mission
The supplement industry is massive, yet consumers have limited access to independent, data-driven information about the products they buy. Marketing claims often overshadow scientific evidence, and navigating FDA safety records requires expertise most people don't have.
The Supplement Ratings exists to change that. We aggregate data from trusted public sources — NIH DSLD, FDA FAERS, FDA Enforcement, PubMed — and transform it into actionable, easy-to-understand ratings that help you make informed decisions about your health.
What Makes Us Different
Data-Driven
Every rating is calculated algorithmically from public data. 116,409+ products scored with zero pay-to-play.
Transparent
Our SupplementScore methodology is fully open. You can see exactly why each product received its score.
Independent
We are not owned by or affiliated with any supplement brand, retailer, or manufacturer.
Science-First
Health claims are evaluated against peer-reviewed research. We clearly label the strength of evidence.
Our Data Sources
We rely exclusively on trusted public and government data sources:
- NIH DSLD — Dietary Supplement Label Database — 116,000+ product labels
- FDA FAERS — Adverse Event Reporting System — 2,000+ reported events
- FDA Enforcement — Supplement recalls & safety warnings — 574 recalls
- PubMed — Biomedical research references for ingredient health claims
Editorial Policy
Our content is reviewed for accuracy by qualified health professionals. We clearly distinguish between strong scientific evidence and preliminary research. We never make health claims that aren't supported by published data.
Affiliate links are clearly disclosed, and they never influence our ratings or rankings. Our SupplementScore algorithm runs identically whether or not we have an affiliate relationship with a retailer.