Washington, D.C., and Virtual—The 2021 Dietary Supplements Regulatory Summit covered a range of topics from FTC priorities to manufacturer inspections. Three major takeaways: 1. The Case for Mandatory Listing Cara Welch, Ph.D., Acting Director, Office of Dietary Supplement Programs (ODSP), FDA, made the opening remarks. Amidst a discussion on work-life...
Washington, D.C.—Five senators have signed a letter submitted to the Subcommittee on Agriculture requesting a $3.75m increase in funding for the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs (ODSP) in Fiscal Year 2022. The letter states that “ODSP is the main policy driver for strategic priorities on dietary supplements within the agency,...
Washington, D.C.—Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden (D-OR), and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) have released a discussion draft of the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act, which would decriminalize cannabis at the federal level. As explained in a press release, this proposed legislation would "help...
Oslo, Norway and East Brunswick, NJ—A new review paper published in Nutrients examines the body of evidence linking vitamin K2 to factors involved in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) pathogenesis. The paper concluded that K2 has the potential to slow the progression of AD and contribute to its prevention. Researchers from the...
Virtual—The Naturally Informed event Active Nutrition: Mastering the Market took a look at consumer research—and at where scientific research was lacking—in order to find unmet needs in this market, and the opportunities they present. Doug Kalman, Ph.D., R.D., VP of Scientific Affairs, Nutrasource, and Abbie Smith-Ryan, Ph.D., Director of the...
Socati and Super Snouts have partnered to launch a line of water-soluble CBD tinctures for pets in 90, 150, 300, and 600mg CBD dosages. The tinctures come in a chicken flavor. The products have been independently tested to ensure that they contain non-detectable levels of THC. Austin, TX, www.socati.com...
Immune health concerns are set to continue as a major priority, according to consumer research from Innova Market Insights. The research indicates that one in four people globally has become more concerned about immune health since before the pandemic, a concern which was strongest among Millennials and younger Gen X,...
Friend of the Sea has certified Mom’s Garden for its commitment to using sustainably sourced fish oil in its omega-3 supplements, according to a press release. Mom’s Garden is a German company that has developed products based on scientific research, focusing on innovation and efficacy. This philosophy includes a commitment...
Essential Elements Nutrition has debuted zero sugar Apple Cider Vinegar-Infused Hydration Sticks, designed to replenish electrolytes and provide immune support. Available in three fruit-centric flavors, the sticks contain Apple Cider Vinegar, added electrolytes in the form of sodium, chloride, and potassium, and vitamin C. Flavor profiles include Blue Raspberry Lemonade,...
Bluebonnet Nutrition has added a new keto- and paleo-friendly line: Collagen Refreshers and Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder. The line of powders are formulated with a blend of organic ingredients combined with hydrolyzed collagen peptides type I + III and are made with grass-fed, bovine-sourced collagen peptides and organic-certified ingredients. 12915 Dairy...
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