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The case for mandatory product listing, and the arguments against it

Controversy swirls around whether dietary supplement brands should be required to register the products they have on the market with FDA. Two attorneys debated the risks and benefits of a mandatory product registry yesterday at the CRN/ACI Annual Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Forum on Dietary Supplements.

Alkemist, Nutrasource team up to provide THC level verification

Alkemist Labs and Nutrasource Diagnostics have announced a joint program to verify the level of THC in CBD/hemp products.

DHA omega-3 may offer ADHD management potential

Six months of supplementation with a high dose DHA emulsion may help children and adolescents with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), suggests a new study from Spain.

FDA seizes 300,000 products from manufacturer with history of lead contamination

The US Food and Drug Administration has seized $3.5 million worth of adulterated dietary supplements from a manufacturer in Illinois.

First human clinical trial suggests anti-ageing benefits of pomegranate molecule

A first in-human clinical trial has suggested that dietary supplementation with Urolithin A, a pomegranate metabolite, could offer an anti-ageing benefit thanks to its impact on mitochondrial and cellular health.

Swisse and BioIsland lead the pack for brands imported to China as Australia secures number one status

Swisse and Biolsland took the top spots for imported brands in China last year, with Australia named the number one exporter to China, according to statistics gathered by the China Chamber of Commerce of Medicines and Health Products Importers and Exporters...

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Three plants for a more holistic approach to lipid balance and well-being

A dried powder extract from a blend of artichoke, caihua and fenugreek with anticholesterolemic, hypolipidemic and cholagogue properties.

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Brands considering Levagen PEA in addition to CBD as uncertainty around CBD continues

Human clinical research on Levagen PEA (Palmitoylethanolamide) shows that it works on the endocannabinoid system to help repair muscle tissue, minimize WOMAC pain and aid with sports-related inflammation, further strengthening its status as a Cannabidiol...

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Providing a better nutritional profile with new plant-based omega-3

At the origin of plant life, microalgae are a well-established source of health ingredients, and notably long-chain omega-3s such as DHA. Although microalgae represent a rich, sustainable and renewable source of various healthy compounds, not all species...

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Maca has been used for centuries, but finding consistent, quality sources has proven difficult

While maca has been used for centuries to support men’s health, the unstable agricultural climate has made high-quality, consistent sources difficult to find.

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CBD Market Strategies: Best Practices for Suppliers, Brands, and Marketing Teams

The pathway to CBD product launch is rife with complexities – here’s how to navigate the terrain and achieve market success without putting your brand at risk.