Which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Dietary supplements do not need approval from the FDA before they are marketed.
B) All supplements sold in the U.S. must contain the U.S.P. symbol.
C) The liver is often the organ damaged by use of contaminated dietary supplements.
D) No federal agency ensures the purity, safety, and quality of dietary supplements.

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Not all supplements sold in the U.S. are required to contain the U.S.P. symbol. The U.S.P. symbol indicates that the product meets certain standards established by the United States Pharmacopeia, but it is not a requirement for dietary supplements to be sold.

Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE