Cancer institute head named acting FDA chief
Dr Ned Sharpless, MD, who is the current head of the National Cancer Institute, will be the interim head of the Food and Drug Administration when Dr Scott Gottlieb, MD, leaves next month.
Archives for March 12, 2019
Gaia Herbs unveils 'less clinical' new package design, hemp line, and more at Expo West 2019
North Carolina-based Gaia Herbs, an herbal supplement company, unveiled new packaging design as well as a handful of new products at last week’s Natural Products Expo West show in Anaheim, CA.
BAPP grape seed lab document builds case for branded ingredients, supplier says
The publication of a new guidance document on grape seed extract adulteration will strengthen the hand of branded ingredient suppliers, according to Polyphenolics company officials.
Study supports oak wood extract’s fatigue-fighting potential
Results of a study on a standardized oak extract suggests that the ingredient may improve fatigue and other symptoms related to infectious mononucleosis.
ABC’s Blumenthal, Mountain Rose Herbs & Herb Pharm among AHPA Awards recipients
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) announced the winners of its 2019 Awards last week, and the recipients were…
Seven key supplement trends from Expo West 2019
We walked and we talked and we took photos, and here’s our list of 7 key trends for supplements from Expo West 2019 in Anaheim.
Vegan diet impacts incretin and insulin in type 2 diabetes patients, study suggests
A plant-based diet can improve incretin hormones and insulin levels in those with type 2 diabetes (T2D), according to new research.
A casein point: Consuming pre-sleep protein could boost muscle performance
A casein-rich protein shake just before bedtime may increase muscle mass and strength gains in response to resistance exercise, says a review that takes into account the timing of nutrient intake.
NutraIngedients Omega-3 Summit
Tech and testing: Time to convince consumers to monitor their omega-3 Index
Now that technological advances have made Omega-3 Index testing more convenient and accurate, the challenge is to educate consumers and healthcare practioners of its importance.
Microbiome map: Research on Indian gut microbiome could help fight metabolic diseases
New mapping of the Indian microbiome by academics from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) have revealed promising opportunities for metabolic health advances in the country.
PUFAs for prisoners: Aussie trial to test omega-3's impact on aggressive behaviour among inmates
Australian researchers are looking into the effects omega-3 intake on aggressive behaviour in male prison inmates, with a multi-centre trial in six correctional centres commencing this year.
India patent victory buoys expansion hope for Kibow's probiotic / prebiotic kidney product
Kibow Biotech Inc. has won a product patent victory in India for its flagship prebiotic and probiotic supplement Renadyl, a ruling the firm hopes will boost its global expansion plans.