NattoPharma awarded grant to study vitamin K2’s effect on calcium metabolism
The Norwegian Research Council has awarded a grant to NattoPharma to fund a four-year project to document the effects of calcium metabolism in the body based on the presence or…
UK industry must agree clear post-Brexit goals
The UK natural health sector must adopt a unified perspective and agree clear objectives to present to government officials in order to secure the best outcome for industry and consumers…
India’s AYUSH Ministry to help boost traditional remedies exports
India’s Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) has announced proposals to strengthen the hand of traditional medicine companies in the country.
Experts explain micronutrients’ role in slowing cognitive decline, at House of Commons meeting
Prominent experts in nutrition and cognitive function explained the importance of diet and nutrients in preventing or slowing cognitive decline at the fourth meeting of the All Party Parliamentary Group…
43% of Britons have tried herbal remedies
A recent survey of 2,000 people by Opinion Health on behalf of UK-based herbal tea and supplements specialist Pukka Herbs has found that 43% have tried alternative medicine/herbal remedies.
Amazon supplements launch will “undoubtedly disrupt” category, analysts say
Amazon has launched a small range of dietary supplements under its ‘Amazon Elements’ label.
Vitamin Shoppe sees fall in comp sales but says ‘reinvention strategy’ is on track
US natural products retailer Vitamin Shoppe has reported a fall in comparable store sales for the last quarter. But the company says that its ‘reinvention strategy’ remains on track.
Africa must develop standards for herbal medicine, says Ameenah Gurib-Fakim
Africa needs to develop standards to assure safety and benefit of its herbal medicines, says Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, President of Mauritius.
India hosts first global homeopathy regulation forum
India hosted the World Integrated Medicine Forum on Regulation of Homeopathic Medicine earlier this month.
Algatechnologies launches whole-algae form of astaxanthin
Algatechnologies will use this year’s Vitafoods to highlight its AstaPure 3% astaxanthin powder.
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