Check the evidence

“It works” is too vague to evaluate. What outcome is promised, for whom, over what period, and with what tradeoffs? The claim that a substance changes a biomarker is different from the claim that it improves health.

Look for the original source, author, date and supporting evidence. Consider whether the person making the claim is also selling the product. A testimonial can describe an experience without establishing cause or showing what will happen to someone else.

Use this for a post, video or sales claim about anabolics or hormones. No score or automatic verdict is generated.

The FDA has found bodybuilding products with hidden steroid or steroid-like ingredients. Attractive packaging and confident claims do not verify a product’s contents or establish safety.