Chicago, IL—Vitamin D deficiency may raise the risk of getting COVID-19, according to a retrospective study performed by researchers at the University of Chicago. "Vitamin D is important to the function of the immune system and vitamin D supplements have previously been shown to lower the risk of viral respiratory...
Silver Spring, MD—FDA has rejected Oleandrin as a supplement on the grounds that it has been studied as a drug, according to a letter from FDA. Phoenix Biotechnology Inc. submitted Oleandrin as a dietary supplement ingredient on June 2. The extract comes from the Nerium oleander plant, which is highly...
(Updated September 9, 2020) Washington, D.C.—Bipartisan legislation introduced by Representative Kurt Schrader (D-OR) and Representative Morgan Griffith (R-VA) is being both applauded and rejected by leading industry associations. The Hemp and Hemp-Derived CBD Consumer Protection and Market Stabilization Act of 2020 (H.R. 8179) would make hemp, cannabidiol (CBD) derived from hemp,...
We are all—personally and professionally—reliant on farmers. Tom Newmark, Founder and Chair of The Carbon Underground, pointed that out at the beginning of his keynote speech on day 2 of Driving Value Through Sustainability Across the Supply Chain. Farming, he said, is a learning process. “It’s been a joy, every...
Boulder, CO—Charlotte’s Web Holdings, Inc. has earned B Corporation certification, according to a press release. In connection with the certification process, and as approved by shareholders of the company, Charlotte’s Web has converted to a “benefit company” in accordance with the Business Corporations Act. Certified B Corps are for-profit companies...
Hoboken, NJ—Daily supplementation with Robuvit, a French oak wood extract, improves energy, enthusiasm, and physical and mental health associated with vigor, according to a new study published in Panminerva Medica. A survey from the University of Michigan has found that 38% of Americans report feeling tired with little energy as...
Landing, NJ—A bergamot extract blend, branded Bergacyn FF by DolCas Biotech, can help reduce liver fat and body weight, according to a new study, published in Frontiers in Endocrinology. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial studied 86 mildly hypercholesterolemic patients, age 35-70, with liver steatosis. They were given either 600mg/day...
San Antionio, TX—Wildway has announced in a press release that it has joined forces with Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation to further their environmental conservation missions. The grain-free manufacturer will donate 10% of all sales from products within Wildway’s We Rise collection of granola, to aid conservation efforts to conserve...
Lakewood, CO—As part of its celebration of Organic Harvest Month throughout September, Natural Grocers has announced its partnership with Beyond Pesticides, a nonprofit organization that aims to protect public health and the environment by leading the transition to a world free of toxic pesticides. Natural Grocers will host fundraisers, giveaways,...
Los Angeles, CA—Earth + Element announced that it has partnered with Nature’s Path to bring awareness and raise funds for the manufacturer's Eat Well Do Good Campaign. Earth + Element will create a limited-edition commemorative ceramic bowl which will be sent to active supporters of the campaign and sold online...
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