The Dietary Supplement Dilemma: Wellness for Whom?
- Marcha Chaudry
- Jan 28
- 2 min read
By fostering inclusivity and advocating for regulation, we pave the way for a healthier, more equitable world—one where wellness is truly attainable and accessible for all.
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Marcha Isabelle Chaudry, an attorney with over a decade of experience in the nonprofit, public policy, and advocacy sector, is the founder of The Equity and Wellness Collaborative (EWC), a public policy consultancy providing strategic solutions to health and consumer policy issues at the intersection of women’s health/wellness, and consumer policy. EWC specializes in consumer safety and women’s health policy, passionately advocating for historically marginalized communities. With expertise in strategic public policy advocacy, Marcha has effectively lobbied at grassroots and federal levels, providing expert testimony before Congress and the FDA. Her impactful work has garnered media recognition, featuring appearances in Vogue Business, HBO Max, Democracy Now!, PBS NewsHour, Good Morning America, NBC News, and various publications and networks.Marcha is a member of the Radicle Science Advisory Team.
The Dietary Supplement Dilemma: Wellness for Whom?
By fostering inclusivity and advocating for regulation, we pave the way for a healthier, more equitable world—one where wellness is truly attainable and accessible for all.
October 20, 2023
The world of dietary supplements is expansive, with a market that caters to a diversity of consumers, including adults, pregnant women, children, the geriatric population, and infants. It’s a market fueled by the belief that these supplements can enhance wellness—a priority that’s steadily growing among nearly every demographic. Research from 2021 reveals a staggering statistic: 79% of approximately 7,500 surveyed consumers in six countries consider wellness to be of paramount importance, with 42% ranking it as a top priority in their lives. Moreover, this prioritization of wellness isn’t confined to a single region or culture; it’s a global phenomenon.
Notably, this surge in wellness enthusiasm aligns with an estimated global wellness market size that surpasses $1.5 trillion. This market encompasses a broad spectrum of products and practices designed to promote health and vitality. Among these, dietary supplements have emerged as potent players, promising to bridge nutritional gaps, boost immunity, and bolster overall well-being, and even beauty.
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