Two common components of essential oils could potentially be listed as carcinogens under California's Proposition 65. Is this a true health concern or has the law—with its loophole for potentially frivolous lawsuits—gone too far?...More
Curcumin is the subject of 2.5 published research studies every day, but a lead researcher is being questioned for misconduct. What effect will this have on the fortunes of curcumin, which is seen as the next potential blockbuster ingredient?...More
Exotic and aromatic, spices lend delicious warmth, depth, and sensory nostalgia to holiday dishes. But antioxidant-packed powerhouses like cinnamon and cayenne also offer significant health-promoting compounds....More
Pharmaceutical company Forces of Nature made its entrance into the natural health market this week with a line of USDA Certified Organic topical medicines. Could these drugs create a new market for organic?...More
Industry experts emphasize that FDA needs to hear a from a broad swath of the dietary supplements industry on the possible ramifications of the draft guidance on New Dietary Ingredients. The clock is ticking on the 90-day window for comments....More
Packing in everything from antioxidants to PUFAs to specific carotenoids, beauty products that promise to not just enhance beauty but enhance health continue to capture a growing share of the cosmetics market....More
