TOPIC: Ephedra and Ephedra-like Supplements

Now that the government is banning diet products made with the herbal supplement ephedra, many people are looking for alternatives. But are ephedra-free supplements any safer? On the next health link we'll examine the risks associated with taking these supplements and we'll talk to Congressman John Sweeney who is calling for a FDA ban on over-the-counter sales of ephedra like products.

GUESTS:

Congressman John Sweeney, R-NY Clifton Park
who is calling on the Food and Drug Administration to also ban ephedra like products.

Mario Zeolla, Pharm.D.
Assistant professor in the department of pharmacy practice at Albany College of Pharmacy

Ron Annis, ATC, CSCS
physical therapist in practice at Columbia Physical Therapy located in Schodak. He is the President of Top Form and runs a weight training program at Columbia High School with an emphasis on helping the kids grow big and strong without supplements that can affect their health.

Mike Kenyon, CPT
fitness director at Gold's Gym in Clifton Park.

Bob Burns
Assistant Football Coach, Troy High School