Missoula, MT—TSI Group Ltd. announced that it has acquired Metabolic Technologies LLC (MTI), a research-driven company that is responsible for the discovery of beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate (HMB), according to a release from TSI. The strategic acquisition integrates TSI’s HMB production and global sales and business development capabilities with MTI’s intellectual property...
Washington, D.C.—The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has submitted a Citizen’s Petition to FDA, requesting that the agency establish a regulatory pathway to legally market dietary supplements containing hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD), according to a press release. The petition formally calls on FDA to take action, and to exercise the statutory...
Henderson, NV— Agmatine supplementation can effectively mitigate painful symptoms in neuropathies associated with small fiber neuropathy, according to a study published in the journal Ingredients. Small fiber neuropathy (SFN), according to a press release on the study, is triggered by the damage of small-diameter somatic nerve fibers, which carry information...
There are many ways to support the endocannabinoid system (ECS) beyond supplementation with hemp and CBD. Michael D. Lewis, M.D., of CV Sciences, gives a rundown: “Exercise boosts your endocannabinoid system, and there’s even some evidence that it might be the true mediator of the ‘runner’s high.’ Probiotics can increase...
Fort Wayne, IN—Berryceuticals specialist Artemis International, Inc., announced that the company is strengthening its partnership with American Botanical Council’s Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) and botanical testing specialists Alkemist Labs in investigating suspicions of adulterated elderberry ingredients entering the U.S. market as raw ingredients and in finished products. “It was...
East Windsor, NJ—Sabinsa announced that it has identified mischaracterized amla (Emblica officinalis; aka Indian gooseberry) extract with claims of high levels of natural vitamin C for sale in the marketplace. The announcement explains: Because vitamin C occurs only in trace quantities in amla, it is not economically feasible to isolate...
Silver Spring, MD—The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has released its analysis of 135 COVID-19 related warning letters that were issued by either the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), or by the agencies jointly between March 6, 2020, and May 11, 2020. “The regulated dietary...
Washington, D.C.—The Collaborative for CBD Science and Safety (CCSS)—which provides a forum for industry, researchers, academia, healthcare practitioners, and regulators to exchange information and respond to policies and practices affecting cannabidiol (CBD) research, safety and quality—is calling on stakeholders to accelerate both research and the development of a federal regulatory...
London, UK—IADSA has released a short video explaining the role of Codex Alimentarius in the global regulations of food supplements, according to a press release. [caption id="attachment_74412" align="alignright" width="287"] Steve Wearne, Vice-Chair of the Codex Alimentarius Commission. Image courtesy of IADSA.[/caption] The video was launched by Steve Wearne, Vice Chair...
Pittsburgh, PA—GNC has reached an agreement with lender groups to further extend the springing maturity dates for certain loans, according to a press release. Previous reporting noted that GNC’s Tranche B-2 term loan, FILO term loan, and revolving credit facility all feature springing maturities that could be accelerated from August...
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