The SHOCKING Truth About Vitamin Industry Scams!
🌿🌿 MLM vs. Professional Grade: The Supplement Industry Decoded
💡Are you confused about the difference between MLM (multi-level marketing) supplements and professional-grade formulas? You’re not alone. In this video, Dr. Erica Steele pulls back the curtain on the $150 billion supplement industry to expose what many companies don’t want you to know. From hidden fillers and proprietary blends to lack of third-party testing and inflated prices, this episode teaches you how to navigate the supplement aisle (or your friend’s “miracle product” pitch) with clarity and confidence.
🌿 📊 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
The major differences between MLM and professional-grade supplement brands
Why third-party testing matters and how to verify it
Red flags to look for on supplement labels
The dangers of synthetic and poorly absorbed nutrient forms
Why some “health” products are built for profit—not for healing
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📚 Chapters & Time Stamps:
00:00 – Welcome & Why This Topic Matters
01:10 – What Is an MLM Supplement?
03:45 – Commission Structures & Markups
05:15 – Professional Grade vs. Drugstore vs. MLM
07:30 – How to Identify High-Quality Supplements
09:45 – Synthetic Ingredients vs. Bioavailable Nutrients
11:20 – Third-Party Testing Certifications (USP, NSF, Labdoor)
13:40 – Ethical Supplement Use: What to Watch For
15:00 – Final Takeaways & What’s Next
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✅ About Dr. Erica Steele, DNM, ND, BCND, CFMP, MPH, MBA
I’m Dr. Erica Steele, a board-certified naturopathic doctor with over 20 years of experience helping people reclaim their health using science-backed, spiritually-aligned, and ethical approaches to wellness. My mission is to decolonize medicine, empower you with knowledge, and protect you from misinformation—especially when it comes to the billion-dollar supplement industry.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
Educational content only. Please consult your provider before making health changes or taking supplements, especially if you are on medications.
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