Asa Waldstein, principal, Supplement Advisory Group:

“The DSHEA Summit was a well-structured and moderated event that provided a wonderful opportunity for stakeholders in the natural wellness space to come together, appreciate and contextualize the origins and initial purposes of DSHEA, align concerning the current status of regulation in the space, and exchange ideas about what adjustments or improvements are needed. We need to use this opportunity to move forward in achieving our shared goals together. DSHEA is a remarkable statute that accomplished both expected and unexpected results. We should work to improve upon DSHEA and not simply abandon it or rush into new legislation that betrays its underlying principle of empowering consumers to make informed decisions about managing their own health and wellness.”