The FSA is aware that products containing DMAA are being sold in the UK as pre-workout sports supplements and as so-called fat burning food supplements.
DMAA is a stimulant, for which a safe level for human consumption has not been established. Products containing DMAA have been withdrawn in various countries across the EU and around the world.
DMAA has been linked with high blood pressure, nausea, cerebral haemorrhage, stroke and death.
Where DMAA is present in a product it may be listed on the packaging as:
The FSA is working closely with enforcement authorities to ensure that food supplements containing DMAA are not on sale in shops. Consumers are also advised not to buy online any food supplements or products containing DMAA.
Source: FSA
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