EP 26 - Navigating the Dietary Supplement Landscape - Duffy MacKay

2026-01-27

In this conversation, Liesl interviews Duffy MacKay, Senior Vice President of Dietary Supplements for the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA). Duffy shares his extensive background in the supplement industry, discussing the evolution of dietary supplements, the role of CHPA in ensuring quality and access to self-care products, and the challenges faced by the industry today. He emphasizes the importance of education for consumers, the need for stricter regulations, and the future focus on integrating dietary supplements into overall w...

In this conversation, Liesl interviews Duffy MacKay, Senior Vice President of Dietary Supplements for the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA).

Duffy shares his extensive background in the supplement industry, discussing the evolution of dietary supplements, the role of CHPA in ensuring quality and access to self-care products, and the challenges faced by the industry today.

He emphasizes the importance of education for consumers, the need for stricter regulations, and the future focus on integrating dietary supplements into overall wellness. Duffy also shares his personal health practices and the significance of community in navigating the industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Duffy MacKay and His Journey

03:08 The Role of CHPA in Dietary Supplements

06:11 Consumer Access and Product Quality Initiatives

08:55 Challenges Facing the Dietary Supplement Industry

11:55 The Impact of Social Media on Consumer Trust

15:05 Future Focus of CHPA and Regulatory Changes

18:06 Navigating the Dietary Supplement Landscape

20:48 Personal Health Practices of Duffy MacKay

23:53 Conclusion and Future Events

Contact Duffy MacKay:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duffy-mackay-6ab19b12/