Testing

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Testing

Alkemist Labs Cuts Testing Turnaround Time by 20%

Results from routine HPTLC and microscopy testing now available in four days.

02.20.19

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Testing

The Potential of DNA-Based Field Botanical Authentication

DNA-based methods are the most efficient tools to precisely authenticate the target botanical species and detect species substitution.

By Zhengfei Lu, PhD, Quality Control Analytical Scientist, Herbalife Nutrition 02.14.19

OmegaQuant Develops Prenatal DHA Blood Test for Pregnant Women

The company aims to support expectant mothers monitor DHA levels, as lower levels are linked to increased risk of preterm birth.

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Breaking News | Healthcare Trends | Quality & Safety | Testing

Gluten-Free Product Innovation Advances

Consumers have high expectations for better product quality and choice.

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Breaking News | Green Foods | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Testing

Cost of Green & Whole Food Powder Supplements Can Range Nearly 10-Fold

ConsumerLab tests revealed one product out of 12 was contaminated with lead.

01.31.19

Consumer Reports Finds Heavy Metals in Fruit Juices

Nearly half of the fruit juices tested had elevated levels of inorganic arsenic, lead, and cadmium.

01.30.19

NSF International Unveils Updated Contents Certified & Certified for Sport Certification Marks

Organization introduces more versatile and recognizable marks for its product certification programs targeting sports nutrition.

01.24.19

Nektium Inaugurates New Facilities

Manufacturing plant designed to produce high-quality, standardized botanical extracts.

01.22.19

Natural Remedies Supports ABC’s Adopt-an-Herb Program Through Licorice Adoption

Licorice root has been studied for gastrointestinal benefits, support for upper respiratory tract infections, and anti-inflammatory actions.

01.18.19

Shimadzu’s Hemp Analyzer Provides Determination of Cannabidiol and Cannabinoid Content

Package includes all required hardware, software, consumables, and analysis workflow.

01.17.19

Not All Lycopene Supplements Contain What They Claim, ConsumerLab Tests Reveal

Tests revealed that one product contained just 59% of the lycopene claimed on the label.

01.16.19

AHP Releases Monograph & Therapeutic Compendium for Belleric Myrobalan Fruit

Belleric myrobalan fruits are among the most important botanicals used in Ayurvedic medicine.

01.14.19

Botanical Science: Ginseng for Stress Response & Data Transparency

AHPA compiles recent research on botanicals and plant compounds published in peer-reviewed journals.

By Holly E. Johnson, PhD, American Herbal Products Association 01.03.19

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Testing | World Markets

Allergen Control Group Forms Working Group to Launch Plant-Based Certification

First face-to-face sessions will be hosted in both North America and Europe, toward the end of February 2019.

01.02.19

NPA: FDA Should Collaborate with Global Organizations & Military to Protect Food Supply

Natural Products Association to develop a food defense checklist for member companies.

12.21.18

Contract Manufacturing | Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Testing | World Markets

Supply Chains & The Trust Transparency Paradigm

Companies must embrace information-sharing and support demand for clarity by all segments of the industry, including the consumer.

By Scott Steinford, Managing Partner, Trust Transparency Center 12.20.18

Codex Nutrition Committee to Address Excessive Workload with New Prioritization Process

Committee addressed mounting demand for more guidelines & standards to help build regulatory frameworks that align globally.

12.07.18

New Study Shows that Fish Oil Does Not Increase Bleeding Risk in Surgery Patients

Higher blood omega-3 levels were associated with lower risk of bleeding.

12.07.18

Examining Testing & Certification for Dietary Supplements

Industry experts discuss the complexities and challenges of testing and third-party certification.

By Lisa Olivo, Associate Editor 12.06.18

GOED Updates Voluntary Monograph with Lower Lead Limit

The new lead limit will be valid from March 1, 2019.

11.26.18

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