Clean Supplements, Bone Health & What Quality Really Means — with Rick Simpson of Emerald Labs |95
Tue Jan 27 2026
In Episode 95 of Good Healthy by Claudia, Claudia and Denny Schaffer welcome Rick Simpson, Founder and CEO of Emerald Labs, for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about supplement quality, regulation, and integrity in the natural health industry.
With over 25 years of experience building Emerald Labs as an additive-free, family-owned company, Rick shares his journey through the evolution of dietary supplements — from early DSHEA regulations to today’s FDA-audited manufacturing standards.
This episode pulls back the curtain on what truly separates high-quality supplements from the rest.
In this conversation, you’ll learn:
How dietary supplements are actually regulated in the U.S.
Why reputable supplement companies meet drug-level manufacturing standards
What “additive-free” really means — and why it matters
The truth about magnesium stearate, fillers, and flow agents
How sourcing, testing, and in-house manufacturing protect consumers
Why bone loss happens — and how nutrition can support bone integrity
The science behind microcrystalline hydroxyapatite and chelated minerals
Why vitamin K2, magnesium, and turmeric matter for bone health
How bioavailability determines whether nutrients actually work
Why independent companies are vital to education and consumer trust
Rick also explains how Emerald Labs formulates clinically informed products using human research, stable nutrient forms, and clean sourcing — all while maintaining transparency and accountability.
As always, Claudia emphasizes education over fear, baby steps over overwhelm, and working with the body rather than overpowering it.
If you’ve ever wondered:
“How do I know a supplement is clean?”
“Are supplements really regulated?”
“What should I look for in a bone formula?”
“Who can I trust in the natural health space?”
This episode delivers clarity.
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Disclaimer:
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is for education purposes only.
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In Episode 95 of Good Healthy by Claudia, Claudia and Denny Schaffer welcome Rick Simpson, Founder and CEO of Emerald Labs, for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about supplement quality, regulation, and integrity in the natural health industry. With over 25 years of experience building Emerald Labs as an additive-free, family-owned company, Rick shares his journey through the evolution of dietary supplements — from early DSHEA regulations to today’s FDA-audited manufacturing standards. This episode pulls back the curtain on what truly separates high-quality supplements from the rest. In this conversation, you’ll learn: How dietary supplements are actually regulated in the U.S. Why reputable supplement companies meet drug-level manufacturing standards What “additive-free” really means — and why it matters The truth about magnesium stearate, fillers, and flow agents How sourcing, testing, and in-house manufacturing protect consumers Why bone loss happens — and how nutrition can support bone integrity The science behind microcrystalline hydroxyapatite and chelated minerals Why vitamin K2, magnesium, and turmeric matter for bone health How bioavailability determines whether nutrients actually work Why independent companies are vital to education and consumer trust Rick also explains how Emerald Labs formulates clinically informed products using human research, stable nutrient forms, and clean sourcing — all while maintaining transparency and accountability. As always, Claudia emphasizes education over fear, baby steps over overwhelm, and working with the body rather than overpowering it. If you’ve ever wondered: “How do I know a supplement is clean?” “Are supplements really regulated?” “What should I look for in a bone formula?” “Who can I trust in the natural health space?” This episode delivers clarity. 📍 Learn more at Health Foods by Claudia 📅 New episodes every Tuesday 🙏 Keep the faith. Stay curious. Embrace your health. Thank you for watching Health Foods by Claudia, for more information please visit: HealthFoodsByClaudia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HealthFoodsByClaudia/ Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is for education purposes only.