Vitamins & supplements · Your questions
From quality and storage to shopping an existing protocol, here are the details that help you choose thoughtfully.
Choosing quality
Look for clear ingredient amounts, a manufacturer with documented quality controls, appropriate testing, and a trustworthy seller. Read the actual Supplement Facts panel and check certifications relevant to your needs. A higher price or a “professional” label alone is not proof of quality.
Buy from the manufacturer, an authorized retailer, or an established professional dispensary. Shopping links here open Dr. Burklund’s Fullscript dispensary, where you can check the exact product, current label, price, and stock before ordering.
It brings the brands she trusts and uses in her protocols into one place. Fullscript reviews brand manufacturing and quality documentation and manages storage, fulfillment, and recalls. Learn more in Fullscript’s quality assurance overview.
Testing and certifications differ by product. Fullscript’s Enhanced testing badge identifies products independently tested from warehouse stock for potency and purity. Check the specific listing; do not assume that every product has the same certification. Understand Fullscript’s quality badges.
Yes. The Apothecary brings together brands she trusts, supplements she uses in her protocols, and laboratory tests she uses in her clinic. The Edits explain her approach and the considerations behind individual selections.
No. Quality and suitability are different questions. Match the ingredient, form, dose, allergens, and intended use to your individual care plan. Your medications, medical history, and other supplements also matter.
Expiration, storage & shipping
Fullscript currently guarantees at least 90 days of shelf life and removes products below that threshold from distribution. Check the date when your order arrives; contact Fullscript if it does not meet that policy. Read the shelf life guarantee.
Some labels use EXP or “best before”; others show MFG or DOM, meaning the manufacture date. If the meaning is unclear, ask Fullscript or the manufacturer to confirm it rather than guessing.
Fullscript uses temperature controlled storage for shelf stable products and refrigerated storage for products that require it, following manufacturer handling instructions. Its quality program also covers distribution and product handling. Read about storage standards.
Follow the bottle’s instructions. Keep containers closed and away from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight. Bring deliveries indoors promptly. Refrigerate when the label requires it; not every probiotic needs refrigeration. Storage and heat sensitive products.
Do not use a product with a broken safety seal or visible damage. Contact Fullscript with the order information and product details. For a warm delivery, request guidance for that specific product; the temperature of a cold pack alone does not establish whether the contents are usable.
Do not rely on potency beyond the manufacturer’s stated shelf life. Follow the label and ask the manufacturer about an uncertain date or storage exposure. Buying a large supply only makes sense if you can use and store it as directed.
Function Health & your existing protocol
Yes. You can shop here for supplements recommended in your care plan after testing through Function Health or another service. Your results still need to be considered with your health history and current treatment; this store does not interpret or import your Function Health results.
Yes, you can order supplements from that protocol through Dr. Burklund’s Fullscript dispensary when the products are available. Search by the exact brand and product, then match the ingredient form, strength, serving size, and directions before checkout. Find your supplements on Fullscript .
Ask the clinician overseeing your plan before choosing a substitute. Similar names do not always mean the same formula, dose, or preparation. Availability can change, and not every brand or product is carried in this dispensary.
No. Bring your recommendation list with you and locate the products in the dispensary. This website does not connect to your Function Health account, upload your results, or automatically change your protocol.
This is Dr. Michele Burklund’s independent supplement storefront. Function Health is mentioned to explain how customers can shop for products in an existing plan; no partnership or endorsement is implied. Read Function Health’s supplement guide.
Ordering, labs & getting started
Choose “Shop this supplement” or “Shop the collection” to open Fullscript. Sign in or create an account there, review the products and total, then complete checkout. Fullscript manages payment, fulfillment, order confirmation, and shipping.
You receive 10% off your first supplement order and 5% off future supplement orders through Dr. Burklund’s dispensary. Review the discount shown in Fullscript before completing your order. This offer is for supplements; it does not describe lab test pricing.
Yes. Open the Fullscript dispensary to search its available catalog. The Edits are curated starting points; product availability and any purchasing requirements are shown in Fullscript.
Yes. Visit the full Lab Edits to learn what each test measures, how samples are collected, and how to order through her Fullscript lab shop. Test availability and ordering eligibility vary by location and test.
No. The collections explain options, not a requirement to buy a complete list. Select tests that answer a relevant clinical question and supplements that fit your individual plan.
Begin with The Foundations, Dr. Burklund’s free course. Its 16 original audio lessons and 14 downloadable PDF guides explore the everyday practices that support your health. It is free, self paced, and available without a purchase.
You can explore the educational Edits and shopping links without booking a consultation. Browsing or purchasing does not create a physician, patient relationship. Fullscript displays its account and ordering requirements.
Use the support options in your Fullscript account or order confirmation. Fullscript handles order service and returns under its current policy. Keep the product packaging and order information until a concern is resolved.