The Federal Customs Service has reported the detention of a cargo at Sheremetyevo airport containing 50 kilograms of narcotic substances intended for use in the production of dietary supplements. This incident serves as a reminder for athletes of the potential risks associated with the use of dietary supplements, as it highlights the possibility of receiving an Adverse Analytical Finding due to the contamination of these products with prohibited substances.
Athletes should be mindful of the strict principle of personal responsibility, as they are accountable for everything they consume. RUSADA regularly informs athletes about the potential dangers of using dietary supplements and the importance of being aware of the risks. According to research published by the Sports Medicine Department of the Russian University of Sport, between 10% and 58% of dietary supplements may contain prohibited substances.
Registrationfor the RUSADA Conference on "Dietary Supplements and Anti-Doping: Risks and Responsibility of an Athlete" as part of the All-Russian Forum on "National Health as the Basis of Russia's Prosperity" will take place on May 14th, 2025.