FAQ
Answers to the questions we get most.
What is Supplement Scholar?
Supplement Scholar is an independent, research-first reference for dietary supplements. Every profile links to peer-reviewed human studies so you can verify claims yourself instead of taking marketing copy at face value.
Is this medical advice?
No. Supplement Scholar is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Always speak to your physician before starting, stopping, or combining supplements — especially if you take prescription medication.
How do you choose which supplements to cover?
We prioritize compounds with a meaningful body of human research (RCTs, meta-analyses, systematic reviews). Anecdotes and animal-only data may be noted as context but are not used to make efficacy claims.
How often is the site updated?
Profiles are reviewed as new high-quality studies are published. You can also follow the comment thread on each supplement page to see community experience reports from signed-in users.
Do you sell supplements or take affiliate commissions?
We don't sell supplements. Some product links are affiliate links (including Amazon): if you buy through them we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Commissions never affect evidence grades, which come only from the published research. Peptide and prescription-drug pages have no shopping links. See our Disclosures page for details.
Can I request a supplement be added?
Yes — use the Contact page. Tell us the compound name and, if you can, link a study or source. We review every submission.
Why do I need an account to comment?
Accounts cut down on spam and let you edit or delete your own posts. Reading the comment thread is open to everyone; posting requires a free account.
How is my data handled?
We collect as little as possible: your email if you contact us or create an account, and anything you post. Your stack, compare list and theme are stored only in your own browser. We don't sell personal data and don't use advertising trackers. Our Privacy Policy has the details, and you can ask us to delete your data through the Contact page.