Archives for June 23, 2010

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AHPA welcomes “openness” of USADA

By Shane Starling

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has welcomed a newfound willingness on the part of the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) to engage openly with the dietary supplements industry.

Not enough folate may quicken hearing loss: Study

By Stephen Daniells

Low blood levels of folate are associated with a 35 per cent increased risk of hearing loss, says a new study from Australia that strengthens the link between B vitamins and hearing.

Full GMP compliance arrives – but are SMEs ready?

By Shane Starling

Small to medium enterprises (SMEs – less than 20 staff) were given two years longer to comply with GMPs than the biggest dietary supplements manufacturers, but it is feared many have yet to get their systems and documentation in order and would struggle...