Atlanta, GA—A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed in Georgia against individuals, companies, and organizations connected to the manufacturing, marketing, and sale of kratom, according to the Associated Press (AP). The suit was filed by Dana and John Pope followed the death of their 23-year-old son, Ethan Pope. As AP reports,...
Tune in to hear Stacie J. Stephenson, DC, CNS, DABAAHP, FAARM, present Food and Feelings: The Hidden Connection between Brain Health, Gut Health, and Mental Health. This keynote address was recorded during the Naturally Informed event Stress & Mental Wellness: Mastering the Market Virtual Conference in September. To view more informational and...
Washington, D.C.–The Natural Products Association has dropped its lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration for N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) following guidance issued last month and subsequent market stabilization. FDA's final guidance, issued in August, described enforcement discretion for the sale and distribution of NAC as long as the product does not...
November 2 is World Vitamin D Day, and the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) is raising awareness regarding the nutrient's importance in overall health and quality of life. How important is vitamin D for wellbeing? In the new economic report Supplements to Savings: U.S. Health Care Cost Savings from the...
BGG World receives verification BGG World (BGG) announced that more of its ingredients have received Non-GMO Project Verification. Non-GMO Project is a nonprofit organization offering a third-party Non-GMO verification program authorizing product standards. BGG was previously part of the Non-GMO Project with offerings in their AstaZine Natural Astaxanthin product line.
Silver Spring, MD—The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) is gearing up to host its Regulatory Congress. The event, taking place virtually on November 15, will deliver the latest updates and guidance on matters affecting the regulatory landscape of the dietary supplement and natural products industries. A few of the sessions by...
Guelph, ON—In an effort to gatekeep against companies with misleading claims, and inaccurate or false COAs, Nutrasource Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Services announced the launch of a new global certification program called NutraStrong Certification. This certification is an industry-spanning program that classifies products with relevant and specific standards for each product category, according to the...
Rainbow Acres Natural Foods shared the news of the passing of Founder and President Howard Pollack. "Howard will forever be remembered for his generosity to the community and everyone he came into contact with," the Rainbow Acres and Pollack Families shared in a post on social media announcing his passing. "Some...
Austin, TX—The Whole Foods Market Trends Council has revealed its predictions for 2023’s top 10 food trends. What does the council, which is made up of more than 50 Whole Foods Market team members, including local foragers, regional and global buyers, and culinary experts, see on the horizon for the...
Hoboken, NJ—Pycnogenol French maritime pine bark extract may be effective in managing hyperactivity and impulsivity in children aged six to 12, according to a new study. And the "super antioxidant" delivers the benefits without many of the adverse side effects experienced with the common therapy of methylphenidate, a prescription stimulant. The...
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