Archives for August 17, 2005

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AHPA urges black cohosh, caffeine action

By  Jess Halliday

The American Herbal Products Association's trade recommendations on black cohosh adulteration and labeling of caffeine content are due to come into effect next month, aimed at advancing quality and safety in the herbals industry.

Historical study links fish to stroke

By  Jess Halliday

The health benefits of eating plenty of fish have been seen in a wealth of scientific studies, but data from a historical cohort study has led to a surprising observation - that high fish intake in childhood may be linked to eventual death from stroke.

PacificHealth is in deep water

By  Jess Halliday

PacificHealth Labs is casting about for a life-line as losses worsen in Q2 2005 and payment terms are stretched to allow it to continue operating.