New study says targeted email reminders may increase consumer nutrient intake compliance
A study out of the University of British Columbia, Kelowna, suggests that targeted email reminders were effective in increasing the recipients’ calcium intake.
Archives for December 15, 2016
FDA approves qualified health claim for high-amylose resistant starch and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes
News that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a qualified health claim about high amylose maize resistant starch as a weapon in the fight against type 2 diabetes will start a much-needed conversation about the fiber, say experts.
Quality and science still strong for omega-3: GOED’s 2016 review
Overall 2016 has not been a bad year for the omega-3 industry, but it also has not been a strong year and therefore it still feels like we are having to fight for our right to exist. If anything, it appears like the omega-3 industry, which has grown on...
UNPA hires ex-FDA official for new VP of Regulatory & Compliance position
The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has appointed former FDA official Larisa Pavlick to the newly created position of Vice President, Regulatory & Compliance.
NDI draft guidance needs extensive revision, AHPA asserts
The current NDI draft guidance is unlikely to improve compliance or the quality of submissions and should be rewritten. That’s the opinion expressed by the American Herbal Products Association in comments it filed with FDA.
Solix says quality certifications help differentiate its algal ingredients
Colorado-based Solix Algredients is relying on certifications to make its quality case as the company builds out its extraction business.