Regulatory
Trump tariffs on natural ingredients hurt small business, consumers, NPA says
July 31st 2018On July 30, NPA announced it sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Robert E. Lighthizer stating that tariffs on Chinese goods “will cause disproportionate economic harm to U.S. interests and increase costs for small businesses and consumers.”
Turmeric Adulteration, Test Methods Examined in New Botanical Adulterants Bulletin
June 27th 2018The bulletin discusses adulteration of turmeric root, turmeric extracts, and curcuminoids with related species, artificial colorants, and synthetic curcuminoids, and details analytical approaches to detect those adulterants.
Cranberry Seed, Guar Fiber Powder Ingredient Earns Low FODMAP Gastrointestinal Health Certification
June 19th 2018Taiyo’s SunCran Naturelle ingredient, a combination of Fruit d’Or’s Cran Naturelle cranberry juice powder and Taiyo’s Sunfiber soluble guar fiber, was recognized for its ability to reduce gastrointestinal symptoms from functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Tax on Weight-Loss Dietary Supplements Would Restrict Consumer Access, Says CRN
June 14th 2018CRN pushed back on conclusions from a recent study indicating that a 20% tax on weight-loss dietary supplements could reduce purchases of “potentially dangerous diet pills” that the study authors say contribute to eating disorders and body dysmorphia in teens.
NattoPharma Leads Charge to Establish RDI for Vitamin K2
June 13th 2018NattoPharma is looking to harness its extensive body of research showing vitamin K2’s heart- and bone-health benefits, as well as establishing clinical biomarkers to demonstrate the consequences of vitamin K2 deficiency, with the hope of one day seeing the creation of a Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) value for K2.
Why These are Such Exciting Times for U.S. Hemp
June 7th 2018In honor of Hemp History Week, Nutritional Outlook spoke with John Roulac, founder and chief visionary officer at plant-based organic foods company Nutiva, about the current regulatory landscape for U.S. industrial hemp farming, and what’s next for the hemp category.