Austin, TX—The ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterant Prevention Program (BAPP) has completed 10 years of research and educational activities in the international herb and medicinal plant communities, according to a press release. Mark Blumenthal, Founder of BAPP and Founder & Executive Director of the American Botanical Council (ABC), said in the press...
Augusta, GA—A two-week course of high-dose cannabidiol (CBD) helped restore the function of two proteins key to reducing accumulation of beta-amyloid plaque, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a press release. Researchers at the Medical College of Georgia (MCG) at Augusta University used an experimental mouse model of early...
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia—Probi is entering a three-year collaboration with researchers at La Trobe University at Australia to study bone health, according to a press release. “Bone health is a relatively new area within probiotics, and in alignment with Probi’s mission of being ‘First in Probiotics,’ this collaboration proves our dedication...
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has recognized companies within the herbal products space, including Indena and Herbalife Nutrition. Indena is the first-ever recipient of AHPA’s Centennial Award, which recognizes companies celebrating 100 years in the botanical derivatives industry. Indena is being honored for the “pioneering and innovative spirit with...
Deerfield Beach, FL—reCommerce, a Topspin Consumer Partners portfolio company, announced its acquisition of Tampa-based Vitamin Discount Center (VCD),. A press release from reCommerce states that the acquisition helps it strengthen its position as a leading technology-enabled strategic partner to brands selling on Amazon, and expands the expertise and fulfillment capabilities...
Georgetown, TX—Gilad&Gilad is relocating its offices to Georgetown, Texas, in an effort to invest in the development and marketing of its G-Agmatine-based products. “We are relocating to Austin because of new business connections and proximity to good medical centers," said Dr. Gad M. Gilad, CEO of Gilad&Gilad. "The move will...
The U.S. Hemp Roundtable has released a statement against the marketing of products for their intoxicating or euphoric effects under the guise of hemp, which has made headlines in New York Times and Rolling Stone. The Times pointed to Hometown Hero CBD, a company based in Austin, Texas, which sells...
New York, NY—The Association for Cannabis Health Equity and Medicine (ACHEM) launched on Saturday, February 27, with a Virtual Open House and Launch Party. ACHEM is a new nonprofit medical association for Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) health professionals and healers. It intends to empower, uplift, and serve...
Silver Spring, MD—The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a news release announcing that Judge Edward R. Korman, of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, entered an order of permanent injunction against Confidence USA Inc., of Long Island, New York, and two of its executives:...
Austin, TX—Nutrabolt, manufacturer of C4 energy drink, has announced that Kevin Hart has joined the company in a long-term partnership deal as an investor, spokesperson, and strategic advisor. Hart will help expand the brand's mission, star in a content series, and consult on future product innovation. "C4 has been...
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