Supplement Information & Disclaimer

Last Updated: February 2026

Important Notice

Dietary supplements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.

1. About Supplement Recommendations

Inself may provide personalized supplement suggestions based on:

  • Your wellness goals and preferences
  • Information you provide in your profile
  • Biomarker data (if available)
  • General scientific research

These suggestions are for educational purposes only and are NOT medical prescriptions.

2. Legal framework for food supplements

Dietary supplements offered or recommended through our platform are subject to the German Food and Feed Code (LFGB), the Food Supplements Regulation (NemV), and the European Health Claims Regulation (EC) No. 1924/2006.

  • German Food and Feed Code (LFGB) — German food law
  • Food Supplements Regulation (NemV) — the German regulation on food supplements
  • Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 — the European Health Claims Regulation on nutrition and health claims made on foods

In legal terms, food supplements are foodstuffs, not medicinal products.

3. Health Claims

Health claims shown on our platform are limited to claims listed in the Union list of permitted claims (Regulation (EU) No 432/2012) under the Health Claims Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

Examples of Permitted Claims

  • "Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system"
  • "Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones"
  • "Iron contributes to normal cognitive function"
  • "Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function"

Claims We Do NOT Make

  • Disease prevention or treatment claims
  • Cure claims
  • Unauthorized health claims
  • Medical claims

4. Before Taking Any Supplement

Consult your healthcare provider if you:

  • Are taking any prescription medications
  • Have any medical conditions
  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Are planning surgery
  • Have allergies to any ingredients
  • Are under 18 years of age

5. General Supplement Warnings

  • Do not exceed the recommended daily dose
  • Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
  • Check expiration dates before use
  • Discontinue use if you experience adverse effects

6. Drug Interactions

Some supplements may interact with medications. Common interactions include:

  • Vitamin K - may interact with blood thinners (warfarin)
  • St. John's Wort - may interact with antidepressants, birth control
  • Calcium - may affect absorption of certain antibiotics
  • Iron - may interact with thyroid medications
  • Fish Oil - may increase bleeding risk with blood thinners

Always inform your doctor about all supplements you are taking.

7. Quality and Safety

When purchasing supplements, look for:

  • Products from reputable manufacturers
  • Third-party testing certifications
  • Clear ingredient lists
  • Proper labeling with dosage information
  • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) certification

8. Scientific References

Our supplement information is based on peer-reviewed scientific research. When available, we provide PubMed citations for supplement recommendations to help you and your healthcare provider make informed decisions.

9. Limitation of Liability

Inself is not responsible for:

  • Any adverse effects from supplements you choose to take
  • Interactions with medications or health conditions
  • Product quality of supplements purchased elsewhere
  • Individual results or outcomes

10. Contact

For questions about supplement information on our platform:

  • Email: support@inself.io