DEA: Delta-8 and -9 THCO are controlled substances
Once seen as a legal alternative to marijuana, the Agency is making it clear that synthetic cannabinoids are illegal under the Controlled Substances Act.
Archives for March 2, 2023
Study links sweetener erythritol to increased risk of heart issues; industry group questions methodology
Artificial sweeteners have gained in popularity as consumers seek out products without sugar, but a new study suggests a potential link between keto-friendly sweetener erythritol and an elevated risk of heart attack or stroke.
J&J partners with Holobiome for next-gen probiotics and prebiotics for infant & maternal immune health
Microbiome biotech company has announced a partnership with Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. to develop next-generation probiotics and prebiotics, aimed at supporting infant and maternal immune health.
Dr Joe Betz Joins ABC Board of Trustees
Joe Betz, PhD, an internationally respected pharmacognosist and former FDA and NIH official, has been elected to the Board of Trustees of the American Botanical Council (ABC).
High omega-3 blood levels may reduce the severity of COVID-19
Increased consumption of oily fish and the use of omega-3 fatty acid supplements may reduce the risk of adverse COVID-19 outcomes, according to new research from the Fatty Acid Research Institute (FARI).
Omega-3 firm makes $40m investment in 'next-level' molecular distillation technology
Marine lipid specialist Epax has undertaken a major facility upgrade and launched 'next-level' molecular distillation technology to improve its processing of highly concentrated Omega-3.
Study links anaemia in adults to magnesium deficiency
A study involving data from 13,423 adults concludes that magnesium deficiency is closely related to a higher rate of anaemia occurrence, especially among women and older Americans.
Proposal for reduced Vit B6 limit deemed “slippery slope for free choice and self-care”
The Alliance for Natural Health (ANH) Europe has critiqued “gross irregularities” in the scientific process used by EFSA to consider halving the safe maximum daily limit of vitamin B6 from supplements.
TCM-infused supplements gaining popularity amid rising demand for plant-based products – Singapore brand
The widespread adoption of veganism has propelled growth of the plant-based supplements market, which has in turn inspired NPD to satiate consumer appetite, says Singapore firm QN Wellness.