Forbes Medi-Tech Continues European Expansion With Product Launch in Finland Aug 21, 2008
The ingredient does not change the sensory properties of foods, and can be formulated alone, or in combination with other active ingredients, for dietary supplements ... A leader in nutraceutical technology, Forbes is a provider of value-added products and cholesterol-lowering ingredients for use in functional foods and dietary supplements. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
New Test to Diagnose Osteoarthritis Early Aug 21, 2008
A method for early diagnosis could open a window of opportunity for preventing or reducing permanent damage especially with evidence that dietary supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin can halt further joint degeneration, says Alexej Jerschow, Ph ... With early detection, physicians could prescribe dietary supplements, medication or other measures to ward off further cartilage damage. (Newsmax)
Vitamin D testing on the rise with promising research Aug 20, 2008
We get D in three ways: sun exposure, dietary supplements or certain foods, particularly D-fortified milk, orange juice and cereals. Scientists have been interested in vitamin D s possibly broader effects for decades, since noticing that cancer rates between similar groups of people were lower in sunny southern latitudes than in northern ones. (Missoulian, MT)
Vitamins 'could shorten lifespan' Aug 20, 2008
" Ellen Mason, of the British Heart Foundation, said: "We would recommend that you only take substances to protect against heart disease, whether dietary supplements or drugs, that have been proven in well conducted clinical trials ... "Vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements not only have proven health benefits, they are essential to the maintenance of good health and can help bridge the nutritional gap for many people in the UK whose diets are often lacking in essential nutrients.". (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Counselor repackages weight loss as wellness Aug 19, 2008
So Chufo decided to emphasize Healthy Performance s dietary supplements and nutrition counseling as one part of the services it offers clients, instead of marketing weight loss as the company s primary service for clients. Her marketing efforts, including her Web site, now stress all three components as part of a total wellness plan, rather than the end goal just being weight loss. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Total Body Formula no Rx for health Aug 19, 2008
The overwhelming majority of dietary supplements on the market are safe and they do what they claim to do, said Andrew Shao, the council s vice president for scientific and regulatory affairs ... Nobody knows how many consumers are harmed each year by dietary supplements ... A recent study of 275 calls to a California poison control center about dietary supplements concluded that most adverse reactions are likely minor. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Medford cafe owners offers vegan, organic fare in Malden Aug 19, 2008
Vej Naturals also sells a small selection of organic and vegan products, from usable tote bags to bath tissue, cleaning products, lip balm and dietary supplements. Everything here has a purpose, said Lisa. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Herbal remedies that can kill you Aug 16, 2008
The Food and Drug Administration sees the herbs sold in the Yerberias as food or dietary supplements. That means their sales don't need the government's approval or regulation. (KHOU.com, TX)
Chronic Pain Link To Vitamin D Deficiency In Women Aug 16, 2008
Researchers analyzed that the data linked to smoking and alcohol habits, time spent outdoors, time spent watching television or at a computer and dietary supplements. Researchers also analyzed the data collected from samples of their blood. (TopNews)
Cyanotech reports higher sales Aug 15, 2008
The company, which makes microalgae and spirulina dietary supplements, had $3. 7 million in product sales for the three months ended June 30. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Health Buzz: Whole Foods and Food Suppliers and Other Health News Aug 13, 2008
Federal agents are investigating dietary supplements sold to enhance erection function but that may in fact pose health risks. Two weeks ago, U.S. marshals from a Florida warehouse some $74,000 worth of Xiadafil VIP tablets, which the were being marketed illegally. (U.S. News & World Report)
US Pharmacopeia achieves ISO accreditation for Certified Reference Materials Aug 12, 2008
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is a private, non-profit, standards-setting organization that advances public health by helping to ensure the quality and consistency of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements, promoting the safe and proper use of medications, and verifying ingredients in drugs and dietary supplements. Its standards, which are recognized worldwide, are developed by a unique process of public involvement through the contributions of volunteers representing... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Lower vitamin D, higher risk of death Aug 12, 2008
Source: National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY. (USA Today)
Ranaz takes steps to triple production of its nutritional bars in the first quarter of 2009 Aug 11, 2008
We plan to install the production line in the fourth quarter of 2008 so as to be fully operational as of the first quarter of 2009. " The Company will also use the new facility as its main center for distribution of its products to the US market. "This acquisition has many advantages, including its strategic location enabling us to distribute our products more efficiently and at a lower cost, access to a large pool of qualified manpower, the potential for expanding the current facility to over... (Canada Newswire)
Mixing It Up: Spinach salad a refreshing way to boost folate intake Aug 10, 2008
My physician recommends 400 micrograms of folic acid, the synthetic equivalent of folate, as part of my daily regimen of dietary supplements. Note: Folate requirements are different for women who are pregnant and lactating. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Your Health: Irritable bowel syndrome linked to hay fever, allergies Aug 8, 2008
The results of several clinical trials suggest that dietary supplements containing psyllium are beneficial in the treatment of IBS. ... Although there s no known cure for irritable bowel syndrome, the elimination of dietary irritants and the addition of key dietary supplements can help most IBS sufferers enjoy long-term symptom relief. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Treating High Cholesterol Aug 7, 2008
It comes in prescription form and dietary supplements, but the supplements must not be used as a substitute for the prescription formula because they are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. People with high cholesterol should consult their physicians to determine the right medication for them. (Fox News)
What's in a Name? When It Comes to Drugs, Plenty Aug 6, 2008
"If you pronounce it wrong, you may end up with the wrong drug," added Marilyn Storch, coordinator for all patient safety projects and the health care quality and information department at U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP), the official "standards-setting" authority for medications, dietary supplements and other health-care products sold in the United States. And more words -- and syllables -- are entering the drug world all the time. (Health-Finder)
HEALTH BLOG: Read the latest child wellness tips Aug 5, 2008
Parenting and kids' health - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Unhappy about Happy Meals and the like. (USA Today -- Money)
American Cancer Society study finds high use of complementary methods among cancer survivors Aug 4, 2008
The study confirmed the findings of previous surveys that found cancer patients use the same complementary methods used among the general population and among people with other chronic diseases, such as spiritual practices, relaxation methods, and dietary supplements. "Our study found that several CM types are used by nearly half of cancer survivors," said Ted Gansler, M.D., American Cancer Society and study co-author. (EurekAlert!)
Frankincense Provides Relief To Arthritis Sufferers Aug 1, 2008
23, 2006) The popular dietary supplements glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate proved no better than a placebo in relieving osteoarthritis knee pain in most participants of a major national trial. But the. (Science Daily)
PepsiCo to sell stevia-sweetened drink in Peru Aug 1, 2008
Stevia sweeteners are available as dietary supplements. Atlanta-based Coke and Cargill, a Minneapolis-based food products company, announced in May they had jointly developed a stevia-based sweetener called Truvia. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Prostate Cancer Therapy: Mental Impact? Jul 30, 2008
Researchers are looking for a way to prevent prostate cancer and previous studies for other cancers suggest two dietary supplements might work. The "SELECT" study is billed as the largest clinical trial of its kind. (WebMD)
Caffeine use common in athletes Jul 29, 2008
"There still seems to be some scope for athletes to exploit commonly available dietary supplements, such as caffeine, with minimal consequence.". Dr Samantha Stear, national nutrition lead at the English Institute of Sport, said there had been a lot of confusion among athletes about caffeine use which had been restricted but then moved to the monitoring list because caffeine was present in so many foods. (BBC News -- Health)
Hoping to cultivate 'calming herb' Jul 27, 2008
In 2007, US sales of herb and botanical dietary supplements totalled $4. 8 billion, a 4. (India Times, India)
'Calming Herb' Treats Toothaches, Sinus Infections Jul 26, 2008
In 2007, U.S. sales of herb and botanical dietary supplements totaled $4. 8 billion, a 4. (Fox News)
Drug gives PKU sufferers chance to eat protein Jul 26, 2008
Until last year, the only way of controlling PKU was through an extremely protein-restricted diet and sometimes foul-smelling dietary supplements. Now, after three trials at multiple North American and European medical centers, including Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, the federal government has approved a new drug called Kuvan that helps up to 45 percent of all PKU patients live a more normal life. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Nanotechnology Regulation: Former EPA Official Highlights Shortcomings Of Current Federal Oversight Jul 25, 2008
For example, two major high-exposure applications of nanotechnology -- cosmetics and dietary supplements -- are essentially unregulated. The Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act needs to be amended to deal with these applications. (Science Daily)
Company's wheelchair gag revs up customers Jul 25, 2008
The company now sells a wide variety of products, including health and fitness, dietary supplements, pain relief, maternity/baby, sexual well-being and one turbocharged wheelchair. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Business)
12 dangerous dietary supplements identified by 'Consumer Reports' Jul 25, 2008
USATODAY.com - 12 dangerous dietary supplements identified by 'Consumer Reports. Classifieds. (Yahoo News -- Alternative Medicine)
UC Santa Barbara chemist goes nano with CoQ10 Jul 25, 2008
"The Chinese came along and, for the time being, have dramatically altered the market by deciding at the government level that they were going to own this important area of dietary supplements. CoQ10 can now be purchased for as little as $400 a kilo, which in principle is great news for consumers." ... All of our green chemistry has come out of being able to put CoQ10 and other dietary supplements into water. (EurekAlert!)
How to Reduce Your Risk of Medication Errors Jul 23, 2008
Ask about potential interactions with other drugs or dietary supplements, as well as instructions for use -- for instance, does three times a day mean take with breakfast, lunch and dinner, or every eight hours ... It is also important to keep an updated list of all medications you are taking (including over-the-counter drugs and dietary supplements), and sharing this list with a family member or other caregiver. (Pekin Times, IL)
Vitalize(TM) Receives Top Multivitamin Rating Jul 15, 2008
Vitalize skyrocketed in popularity after completing the NutriSearch Medal of Achievement Program, including a successful audit of the company's manufacturing practices and an independent laboratory test of its products conducted by the NSF Supplement Verification Program, a US-based 3rd party testing facility for dietary supplements. "The way our culture produces and processes food today, it is nearly impossible to get what one needs nutritionally through diet alone", stated Dr. Patrick... (PR Newswire)
New sweetener: Plenty of sweetness, but just a little fiber Jul 14, 2008
Beliefs run strong on both sides of the issue so it is not surprising that sweetener alternatives are making an appearance, sold as dietary supplements. I was curious about a new sweetener, Sweet Fiber, sold as a table top sweetener in individual packets and in a pourable version for baking. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Did Heparin Overdose Kill Texas Newborn? Jul 13, 2008
During the past 18 months, there have been roughly 250 medical errors nationwide involving heparin and children a year or younger, according to U.S. Pharmacopeia, the public standards-setting authority for all prescription and over-the-counter medicines, dietary supplements and other health-care products manufactured and sold in the United States. Share. (Fox News)
Cocktail Therapy For Alzheimer's Disease? Works for Gerbils Jul 13, 2008
The three dietary supplements under investigation are precursors to the fatty molecules that make up cell membranes, including the membranes of brain cells, which form synapses. In the FASEB study, Wurtman and his colleagues found that gerbils that received all three supplements had up to 70 percent more phosphatides (a type of molecule that forms cell membranes) than control mice, suggesting that new synapses are forming. (Science Daily)
HEALTH BLOG: Easy to digest nutrition news briefs Jul 8, 2008
Fitness and nutrition - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Kids and cholesterol. (USA Today -- Money)
Where to learn about nutrition Jul 8, 2008
There are some helpful resources that I use to keep up with the latest clinical trials, dietary patterns or dietary supplements that are classified as complementary medicine ... I find its reviews of dietary supplements to be timely and informative ... com) is also a subscription newsletter, and it contains interesting evidence-based articles on everything from potential health benefits of exotic fruits and vegetables to reviews of dietary supplements. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Your Health: For people with leg cramps, many home remedies exist Jul 6, 2008
A number of other dietary supplements may be used as natural sleep aids. One reader wrote: I used to toss and turn, going over the day's events in my mind. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Jack Distribution, LLC. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Select Lots of Rize 2 The Occasion Capsules and Rose 4 Her Capsules Jul 3, 2008
Jack Distribution, LLC. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Select Lots of Rize 2 The Occasion Capsules and Rose 4 Her Capsules, Products Marketed as Dietary Supplements, Containing an Undeclared Ingredient ... Jack Distribution, LLC. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Select Lots of Rize 2 The Occasion Capsules and Rose 4 Her Capsules, Products Marketed as Dietary Supplements, Containing an Undeclared Ingredient. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Airborne Pays Up Jul 1, 2008
Dietary supplements like Airborne don't have to prove to the government that they work as long as they don't make specific claims. Airborne now uses much blander language. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Novelle International Announces Spokesman Agreement With Dr. Ward Bond Jul 1, 2008
It has been my lifelong work to bring to consumers dietary supplements that give the gift of health and longevity, that are safe and easy to take. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Antique Center grows to 50 merchants Jun 30, 2008
She also offers organic clothing, dietary supplements and mineral makeup. Dana C. Silano, O-D. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Elderly monkeys, geriatric jaguars Jun 28, 2008
At first they put him on dietary supplements. They moved on to Adequan, a prescription that helped ease the discomfort further. (Boston Globe)
Complementary Medicines Can Help Mild Depression And Premenstrual Syndrome, But Report Warns Not All Products Are Harmless Jun 27, 2008
Not all dietary supplements and "alternative" products are harmless though ... Herbal medicines and dietary supplements can also have risks ... "This is as true of dietary supplements and complementary medicines as it is of prescription medicine. Just because a product is made from a plant or vitamins, it does not mean it is necessarily safe in very high doses or for frequent use. And not all medicinal products can provide as much relief as patients expect." The growing evidence that high doses... (Science Daily)
Police & Fire Jun 26, 2008
According to reports, the woman checked out concealing more than 200 in merchandise including dietary supplements, books, cards, clothing and jerky hidden beneath a large bag of dog food. While the ruse apparently fooled the cashier it did not work on the electronic system posted at the store exit. (Sault Ste Marie Evening News, MI)
NUTRILITE(TM) Passes $3 Billion Mark in Annual Sales Jun 24, 2008
" "This is a remarkable achievement within an extremely competitive global marketplace," said Candace Matthews, Alticor's chief marketing officer. "The market validates our findings that NUTRILITE's array of vitamins, minerals and dietary supplements are among the best in today's market and will remain so for years to come. " Dr. Sam Rehnborg, president and CEO of the Nutrilite Health Institute and son of NUTRILITE founder Carl F. Rehnborg, said, "My father had such big dreams for this business. (Canada Newswire)
Big Breakfast Helps Weight Loss Jun 24, 2008
How safe are your dietary supplements. to find out with the FDA's list of supplements and drug interactions. (Ivanhoe)
US Pharmacopeia announces revised heparin monographs and reference standards Jun 24, 2008
These deaths are suspected to have resulted from the adulteration of the blood thinner with over-sulfated chondroitin, which is derived from the chemical chondroitin and used in dietary supplements ... The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is a private, non-profit, standards-setting organization that advances public health by helping to ensure the quality and consistency of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements, promoting the safe and proper use of medications, and verifying... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Protect yourself from prescription errors Jun 23, 2008
This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, and dietary supplements such as vitamins and herbs ... Is this medicine safe to take with other medicines or dietary supplements I am taking. (MSNBC -- Health)
Caring for senior zoo citizens getting trickier Jun 23, 2008
First they put him on dietary supplements, then a prescription. Finally the zoo called in a specialist who performed acupuncture on George, inserting tiny needles at various medians in an effort to ease the pain. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Vitamins 'could shorten lifespan' Jun 22, 2008
" Ellen Mason, of the British Heart Foundation, said: "We would recommend that you only take substances to protect against heart disease, whether dietary supplements or drugs, that have been proven in well conducted clinical trials ... "Vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements not only have proven health benefits, they are essential to the maintenance of good health and can help bridge the nutritional gap for many people in the UK whose diets are often lacking in essential nutrients.". (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Doctors offer to treat dying Winnipeg man after colleagues refuse Jun 20, 2008
Family's religious beliefs conflict with medical opinions. Samuel Golubchuk, 84, has been on life support with minimal brain function at the Grace Hospital since last fall. (CBC.ca)
Crackdown urged for docs who peddle HGH Jun 19, 2008
He has worked in fields like anti-aging, cosmetic procedures, and he markets dietary supplements. In 2007 he signed a deal with a company called NeoStem (mentioned in ) to bank patients blood stem cells even though most physicians and stem cell scientists argue that such banking is usually a waste of money. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Sex drugs' critics hate tawdry trade Jun 19, 2008
The FDA has listed several dietary supplements that claim to enhance sexual performance as potentially harmful because of ingredients that are not declared on the package. They are: Actra-Rx, Actra-Sx, Libidus, Nasutra, Neophase, Vigor-25, Yilishen, Zimaxx, 4EVERON, Liviro3, Lycium Barbarum L., Adam Free, Rhino V Max, V.Max, True Man, Energy Max, HS Joy of Love, NaturalUp, Blue Steel, Erextra, Super Shanghai, Strong Testis, Shangai Ultra X, Lady Shangai, Shangi Regular and Hero. (News & Observer)
FDA cracking down on fraudulent cancer products Jun 18, 2008
The exchange is the latest venture in the medical miasma of dietary supplements, products whose makers say they support health without treating or preventing specific diseases -- which would make them drugs, subject to FDA regulation ... Seleen thinks the FDA is upset that it can't regulate dietary supplements like drugs, and this is "their way of lobbying to move it back under their regulation." He said JHS is careful to be "a responsible company selling the right stuff," backed by scientific... (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Lack of vitamin D rampant in infants, teens Jun 17, 2008
Source: National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements ... Increased exposure to the sun and dietary supplements were prescribed after the boys were diagnosed with vitamin D deficiency. (USA Today)
MORE: Lack of vitamin D also endangers adults Jun 17, 2008
Source: National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. YOU CLICKED: WEEK'S MOST POPULAR HEALTH STORIES. (USA Today)
Where's the Food Safety Net? Jun 14, 2008
In recent years the FDA has found itself with more and more to do: nutrition labeling, regulating dietary supplements, ensuring the safety of surging food imports. Yet since 2004 the agency has lost nearly a third of its food safety and field staffers, and many more are expected to retire soon. (BusinessWeek)
Online Pharmacy Ordered to Pay FTC $15.8 Million Jun 12, 2008
"All of the products at issue in this case are dietary supplements and/or drugs that are marketed as promoting health benefits in the form of weight loss and sexual enhancement," Pannell's order stated. "Not surprisingly, all of the unsubstantiated representations that the FTC claims the advertisements make are related to the safety and/or efficacy of the dietary supplements, and correspondingly, implicate health concerns.". (Law.com)
Parents of ill vegan girl may face police Jun 11, 2008
If someone wishes to be a vegan they must take sufficient dietary supplements so they still get the vitamins and minerals they need. Obviously this couple did not do this with tragic results. (Times Online)
St. John's Wort No Help for ADHD Jun 11, 2008
"Herbs and dietary supplements are akin to medications," she says, "so there is no reason why they can't be studied in the same rigorous way as pharmaceutical medications.". More from. (Time.com)
Store gets new lease on life Jun 10, 2008
Vitamins, natural foods and snacks, organic cosmetics, dietary supplements, sports nutritional goods and, set for the near future, a smoothie and juice bar: the possibilities are endless with Black and Miletelo at the helm. Black and Miletelo want to eventually move to the next building and open a healthy alternative to the corner McDonald s.. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Caldwell Esselstyn's Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease' outlines how to cut nearly all the fat from your diet Jun 10, 2008
You'll need dietary supplements, including vitamins, calcium and omega-3 fatty acids, Esselstyn says. And patients with established heart disease still need cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, though some may be able to wean off statins if cholesterol drops well below 150. (Cleveland.com -- News)
Metabolife Co-Founder Sentenced Jun 10, 2008
The agency later banned the dietary supplements with the substance. A federal appeals court upheld the ban in 2006. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
