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New Chondroitin Adulterant Identified in Synutra Ingredients

June 11, 2014

Zero One, also knowns as Z1, has been identified as sodium hexametaphosphate, a new adulterant found in Chondroitin, according to a group of top U.S. scientists. First found in 2013 by Aishan Li, director of research and development and quality control of Meitek Technology, the new adulterant Z1 posed no health risk. However, research concludes further […]

Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute Announces Green Tea and Pancreatic Cancer Study

June 9, 2014

Since the  online journal Metabolomics reported that an active biologic constituent in green tea altered the rate at which pancreatic cells metabolize, Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute (LA BioMed) scientists are sharing the good news. The lead researcher at the Los Angeles-based institute, Wai-Nang Lee, MD, said past findings are no longer relevant and that the […]

Report Says China’s “Blue Hat” Registrations Costing U.S. Dietary Supplement Industry

June 9, 2014

Costing as much as $100,000 per product, China’s new “blue hat” registrations are continuing to gain attention in the dietary supplement industry’s regulatory sector. According to the U.S. – China Health Products Association, registration agents are typically hired to assist in navigating the process and keep the procedure moving forward, which can take up to […]

GeniusCentral and Essential Formulas Align

June 9, 2014

A new partnership between GeniusCentral and Essential Formulas has industry experts excited about the new affliation. According to Amy McClain, director of key accounts for Essential Formulas, Living Naturally utilizes advanced tools that support retailers’ ability to make educated selections, save time and build successful businesses. “This shared philosophy aligns perfectly with ours,” she said. As […]

Researchers Reason Multivitamins a Must

June 5, 2014

The debate over the value of vitamin and mineral supplements is far from over, according to health experts from four top institutions. According to experts at Oregon State University (OSU), the Children’s Hospital Oakland Research Institute, Tufts University and the Harvard School of Public Health, vast majorities of people in the United States do not meet […]

A Small Country Makes a Big Promise

June 5, 2014

Leading by example is exactly how a Himalayan country will promote all natural agricultural. The Kingdom of Bhutan announced its decision to produce only organic products at the Organic Trade Association’s (OTA) annual Policy Conference in Washington late last month. When asked why all organic, Kesang Tshomo, a coordinator with the Bhutan National Organic Program explained […]

EWG 2014 Sunscreen Safety Campaign

June 5, 2014

Practice Smart Sun is the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Sun Safety Campaign 2014 slogan. And it is catching attention with more than a dozen sunscreen manufacturers and top dermatologists working together to create a high-profile internet message for all ages. According to EWG President Ken Cook, too many people spend hours outside without protection. “The […]

NPA Adds Another to List of Top Employees

June 5, 2014

Almost immediately following the hire of Daniel Fabricant, PhD, as CEO, the Natural Products Association (NPA) has brought on Corey Hilmas, MD, PhD, as the new senior vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs. Hilmas served the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for two years as the chief of the Dietary Supplement Regulation Implementation Branch […]

Nature’s Path Purchases Acres of Organic Property

June 5, 2014

It seems organic land is a top priority for one of North America’s leading all natural cereal manufacturers, with Nature’s Path purchasing 2,760 acres in Northern Montana to bring in a fleet of fresh farmers to raise all-natural legumes. Founder and CEO Arran Stephens said “by purchasing fertile land and working with organic family farmers, […]

FDA Youth Outreach Campaign A Healthy Hit

June 5, 2014

Read the Label! Catching the attention of kids and families with its instructive slogan, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Read the Label Youth Outreach Campaign continues to grow strong since its 2007 inception. This comprehensive program from FDA has evolved into a nationwide grassroots initiative, the agency reports, adding how through this hands-on […]

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