Energy drinks increase hyperactivity in children: Study
Children who drink sweetened energy drinks are 66% more likely to be at risk from hyperactivity and inattention symptoms, according to a study in the journal Academic Pediatrics.
Archives for February 10, 2015
Supplement manufacturer slapped with permanent injunction after series of warning letters
An Oregon-based marketer of dietary supplements has been slapped with a permanent injuction for distributing prodcts that the Food and Drug Administration alleged were adulterated and were unapproved new drugs.
Vitamin E linked to lower heart attack risk, but only if used alone?
Supplements of vitamin E may reduce the risk of myocardial infarction, says a new meta-analysis of 16 randomized clinical trials, but the effects seem to be canceled out when given other antioxidants.
Retailer responds to NY AG’s investigation
GNC: Tests and re-tests show that ‘products contain the ingredients stated on the labels at the levels indicated on the labels’
GNC Holdings has responded to the NY Attorney General’s actions with full and robust responses to every question raised in the cease and desist letter, including original test results and the results of retesting that was performed on the product lots...
Scandinavian herring roe starting to deliver on omega-3 promise
Herring by-products like immature roe are proving a bountiful source for omega-3s in Norway, with research showing strong market potential.
Nattopharma's vitamin K2 ingredient makes splash in arterial health space with new product launch
Vitamin K2, recognized in recent years for its role in bone health, is now making a splash in the cardiovascular disease realm with the launch of a new product using Nattopharma’s MenaQ7 ingredient.