From the editor's desk
What’s in a name? Almost everything, it turns out
Paying attention to nomenclature is part of quality control and a key part of building both product efficacy and ensuring consumer trust.
Archives for August 9, 2019
New Age Beverages delays roll-out of CBD-infused beverages owing to regulatory uncertainty
The rollout of New Age Beverages’ CBD-infused beverages has been delayed owing to the regulatory uncertainty over CBD, which makes navigating the territory “as murky as the Strait of Hormuz,” CEO Brent Willis told analysts yesterday.
Best practices around controlling THC content will be key element of CBD debate, expert says
A key element of the CBD debate will be determining best practices of when and how to measure the THC content of products, said an expert with long experience in the botanicals field.
Plant used in traditional Chinese medicine linked to bone health benefits, in mice at least
Researchers from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine posit that extract of Forsythia suspensa may be used to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis, based on their observations of using the plant extract on mice.
Nexira combines yeast and fiber for new immune-support blend
Ingredients company Nexira recently launched Immunell, a blend of its patented acacia fiber and natural yeast extract developed for inclusion in immune support products.
Algae omega-3 oil among foods produced in industry-academia metabolic syndrome pact
Biotech firms are reaping the rewards of a project looking into foods tackling metabolic syndrome resulting in products like microalgae, omega-3 and antioxidant-infused juices and algae-derived omega 3 oil.
Nicotinamide riboside ruled safe as vit B3 source
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) confirms nicotinamide riboside (NR) chloride’s safety in its latest scientific opinion, additionally vouching for this Novel Food’s (NF) profile as a reliable niacin (vitamin B3) source.