Trial for nutraceutical rich supplement
US company Genetic Services Management, Inc. (GSM) has formulated a dietary supplement that is comprised of 14 different nutraceuticals.
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Dietary supplements covered by health insurance, new moves
The U.S. Senate is taking new steps to ensure that vitamins, minerals, herbs, and specialty supplements, like prescription drugs, will be covered by health insurance plans.
S.Black introduces active ingredient for cosmetics
UK ingredients supplier S. Black Limited announced recently the introduction of Ectoin from Merck KGaA, an active ingredient for the cosmetic industry.
Athletes warned to avoid dietary supplements
U.S. athletes were warned recently by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency to avoid dietary supplements offered at training centres before the Salt Lake City Olympics.
Glyconutrient receives Australian patent
The Australian Patent Office issued patent #734,183 to Mannatech Inc. for a glyconutrient blend for use as a nutritional supplement, the company reports this week.
Nutrition bars fail label claims
More than 60 per cent of nutrition bars tested in a recent survey failed to live up to their label claims, independent researcher ConsumerLab.com reported recently.
Health products meet Norwegian nutraceuticals
Desert Health Products, Inc. announced this week that it has entered into a five-year exclusive distribution agreement with Trim & Fit International as, a Norwegian nutraceutical company.