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Brain Supplements Sold Online Found to Contain Banned Substances in South Korea

SEOUL, Oct. 31 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korean authorities have discovered multiple prohibited pharmaceutical ingredients in imported brain health supplements that claim to boost memory and concentration, according to a report released on October 30. The Korea Consumer Agency and the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety jointly examined 19 foreign-made brain health supplements sold on [...]

Health Concerns and Supplement Use Soar Among South Koreans, Study Finds

SEOUL, Sept. 30 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent study has revealed that an overwhelming majority of South Koreans are preoccupied with their health, with 7 out of 10 individuals expressing concern about their physical well-being and a staggering 9 out of 10 regularly consuming health supplements. These findings come from the “2024 Korea Wellness Report,” released [...]