No presumption of safety: FDA issues multiple warning letters to CBD firms
As it fired off warning letters to 15 companies for illegally selling cannabidiol-based products, the US Food and Drug Administration this week said there should be no presumption of safety…
Greater focus needed on vitamin D deficiency in younger healthy populations – researchers
UK researchers this week called for more awareness of vitamin D deficiency in younger healthy populations in the UK.
High protein diets could set people on ‘fast lane to irreversible kidney damage’, renal experts warn
Popular high-protein diets could be putting long-term followers at risk of developing irreversible kidney damage, experts from the European Renal Association warned this week.
UK academic warns of antibiotic resistance risk from probiotic bacteria
A UK-based specialist in medical microbiology has warned of the risk that probiotic bacteria – found in some fermented foods and supplements – may confer resistance to antibiotics.
Gut microbiota linked to obesity and mental disorders, 5-year ‘MyNewGut’ project finds
After five years of investigation, the EU project ‘MyNewGut’ has released its scientific results on the role played by the gut microbiota on physical and mental health.
Blackmore’s new CEO wants company to ‘rejuvenate Australia business’
The new CEO at leading Australian supplements brand Blackmore’s says he wants the company ‘rejuvenate’ business activity in its home market.
Consumers understand digestive health benefits of probiotics, research shows
High numbers of consumers across the world understand the benefits of probiotics for gut health, new proprietary research from global ingredients specialist Kerry has shown.
Pioneering clean-tech extraction captures ‘peak freshness and purity’
Madrid-headquartered Pharmactive Biotech Products – maker of affron, the clean-label saffron extract – says that its new proprietary natural extraction process sets a “gold standard” in green technology.
Scientists marry nanotech with naturals in bid to beat superbugs
Scientists have uncovered a novel antibiotic-free approach that could help prevent and treat one of the most feared superbugs, using nanocapsules made of curcumin and other natural ingredients.
FDA warning over ‘proliferation’ of CBD products making unlawful claims
The US Food & Drug Administration has reiterated its concerns over what is claims is “the proliferation” of CBD-containing products on the US market that are being unlawfully marketed for…