New US Hemp Authority standard spells out ‘broad’ and ‘full spectrum’ specs
The US Hemp Authority has released the latest version of its certification standard whose aim is to promote best practices and heighten transparency among hemp companies.
Archives for February 22, 2021
Grapes may act as an edible sunscreen: Study
New human research has found that consuming grapes can protect against ultraviolet (UV) skin damage --and polyphenols are the likely culprit.
Are you ready for ‘White spaces’?
By now you’ve seen The Changing Retail Landscape for Sports Nutrition, The Opportunity of the Microbiome, Recovery, and now it’s time for White Spaces in Sports & Active Nutrition.
Herbalife’s 2020 sales hit $5.5 billion, with sports nutrition products leading way
Sales of sports nutrition products led the way as Herbalife recorded $5.5 billion in revenue its year end earnings reported last week.
Curcumin-piperine combination may offer blood sugar benefits for diabetics: RCT
A combination of extracts from turmeric and black pepper may improve fasting blood sugar levels and HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin) in people with type-2 diabetes, says a new study from Brazil.
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Noventure deal allows licencing of ‘drinkable’ omega 3 oil to firms
Spanish supplement firm Noventure has struck a deal with Azur Global Nutrition to license a drinkable form of an omega-3 oil that the firm says addresses dosage requirements and delivery formats.
Reporting adverse effects of supplements made easier with Nutrivigilance upgrade
French food authorities have introduced a new online resource that is hoped to streamline the process of reporting adverse effects of supplements and other food products.