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- Naturade Significantly Strengthens Balance Sheet; Receives $2.5 Million in Capital from Westgate Equity Partners, L.P.
- Natrol Appoints Vincent Andrich VP Sales for Prolab Division
- Vermont Pure Holdings, Ltd. Announces Record Fiscal Year 2001 Results
- Body Shop Reports 24.8 Mil Euro Sales Revenues
- Spectrum Organic Products Responds to FDA Letter Regarding Use of Non-GMO Seal on Canola Oil Label
- Supplement Group Targets Consumer Education
- Advanced Nutraceuticals, Inc. Announces 2001 Year End Results And Additional Financing
- ADM Awarded Nutraceuticals Patent Patent Creates Proprietary Position for ADM in Fast-Growing Nutraceutical Market
- Tantivy Sciences Obtains Exclusive License to Unique Nutraceutical Products
- Top GNC Executives Tour Pittsburgh Market to Present New Business Plan and Expansion Possibilities; Meeting will focus on new business strategies and growth
- Nutrition 21 Receives Patent For the Nutritional Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes; Patent Presents New Pharmaceutical Licensing Opportunities
- Nutraceutix, Inc., Nutravite Announcement Commercial Availability of CDT™ Glucosamine for Canadian Marketplace
- Harvey Kamil Appointed President of NBTY, Inc. - Scott Rudolph to Continue as Chairman and CEO
- drugstore.com Expects to Reach Profitability Target in 2003
- Human Genome Project Leads to Innovative Healthcare
- NPIcenter’s Career Center targets nutraceutical Industry
- Adding Vitamin C To Certain Drugs May Help Treat Alzheimer's, Other Brain Disorders
- Adding Vitamin C To Certain Drugs May Help Treat Alzheimer's, Other Brain Disorders
- Editorial: An Exercise in Synergy
- NBTY, Inc. Appoints Harvey Kamil President, Scott Rudolph To Continue As Chairman And CEO
- Ross Products to Launch Infant Formula Supplemented With Two New Fatty Acids
- Ross Products to Launch Infant Formula Supplemented With Two New Fatty Acids
- Ross Products to Launch Infant Formula Supplemented With Two New Fatty Acids
- LignisulMSM vs Naproxen for Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial Gets Underway
- Natural Health Trends Corp. Launches Lexxus Taiwan
- FDA Presents Compliance Guide for Structure/Function Claims
- New TrimFit® Bars Redefine Energy Bar Category
- New TrimFit® Bars Redefine Energy Bar Category
- Probiata® Offers Safe, Natural and Effective Alternative
- Alive & Well with Michelle Harris
- Be Well and Get Rewarded! Find Personalized Wellness Solutions and Earn Free Vitamins at NatureMade.com
- Consumers Search for Healthy Cleaning Products That Work
- Nordic Naturals: Omega 3 Fatty Acids
- Cyanotech Names Bob Capelli as Director of Sales
- Nutraceutical Clinical Laboratories International, Inc., Secures $2 Million in Funding
- KAVA ADVISORY: Health Canada is advising consumers not to use any products containing kava
- Modern Science Confirms Ancient Wisdom!
- Modern Science Confirms Ancient Wisdom!
- "Natural" or "Plant-Derived" Labeling Can Mislead
- CDN: Natural Health Products Report - Update
- NPI Editorial: Are we using Best Practices?
- AHPA Update: Kava Information from the AHPA Executive Committee
- European Commission Proposes Registration Scheme for Herbal Medicine to Avoid Need for Testing
- Statement on Kava in New Zealand
- BICL Discontinues Kava Sales; Health Canada Issues Consumer Warning
- BICL Discontinues Kava Sales; Health Canada Issues Consumer Warning
- The III Conference of Nutrition and Vitamin Therapy
- Heartburn Relief in 20 Days? -- New Natural Product From Enzymatic Therapy Provides Promising, Lasting Results on Occasional Heartburn in Clinical Trial
- Heartburn Relief in 20 Days? -- New Natural Product From Enzymatic Therapy Provides Promising, Lasting Results on Occasional Heartburn in Clinical Trial
- Top GNC Executives Tour Chicago Market to Present New Business Plan and Expansion Possibilities; Meeting Will Focus On New Business Strategies and Growth
- Uncle Matt's Organic Enters Gift Fruit Market With the Opening of New On-Line 'Country Store'
- New Organic Yogurt Smoothies - First Single Serve
- New Organic Yogurt Smoothies - First Single Serve
- New Organic Yogurt Smoothies - First Single Serve
- Chemi Sponsors Presentation at Nutritionals 2002
- Pharmanex Creates a New Reference Tool to Help Elite Athletes and Trainers Identify Prohibited Substances Used in Some Dietary Supplements
- Pharmanex Creates a New Reference Tool to Help Elite Athletes and Trainers Identify Prohibited Substances Used in Some Dietary Supplements
- Cyanotech Japan YK Formed to Service Growing Market Demand
- ABC, AHPA, NNFA endorse SupplySide Asia 2002
- Penwest and Finzelberg to Jointly Develop and Market Herbal Formulations using Penwest’s Prosolv® Technology
- Intramedicine, Inc. Licenses Science-Based, Clinical Information to Pharmavite Corp.
- Solid Gains Protein Shake New to HDT Line
- Solid Gains Protein Shake New to HDT Line
- Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award
The 2009 Frost & Sullivan European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award has been presented to GAT Food Essentials GmbH in recognition of its proprietary wowCAPS(R) technology.
- Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award
The 2009 Frost & Sullivan European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award has been presented to GAT Food Essentials GmbH in recognition of its proprietary wowCAPS(R) technology.
- Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award
The 2009 Frost & Sullivan European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award has been presented to GAT Food Essentials GmbH in recognition of its proprietary wowCAPS(R) technology.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates
Bio-Extraction Inc., has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation process to qualify its specialty canola protein products, Isolexx(TM) and Vitalexx(TM), as self-affirmed GRAS for their intended use in various foods and beverages, thus providing a basis for the sale of these products in the United States when commercial production commences in Q1 2010.
- Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research
Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients.
- Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research
Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients.
- Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research
Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients.
- Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research
Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients.
- Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research
Synergy Flavors has commissioned a new research program at North Carolina State University to study the sensory profiles of a range of protein ingredients.
- Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders.
- Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders.
- Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders.
- Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders.
- Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders.
- Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders.
- Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
Synergy Flavors Inc., has announced their chocolate flavors offer a versatile solution for cocoa reduction and can be used as cocoa extenders.
- NPI Daily - Top of The News for Nov. 20, 2009 - FDA Issues 22 Warning Letters to Website Operators
Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award; Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research; FDA Issues 22 Warning Letters to Website Operators; Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega™ First Fish Oil to Participate in NFL/NFLPA Sports Nutrition Label Certification Program; BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates; New Organic Berry Whole Food Energy Bar from Amazing Grass Delivers Whole Food Nutrition; Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
- NPI Daily - Top of The News for Nov. 20, 2009 - FDA Issues 22 Warning Letters to Website Operators
Frost & Sullivan Honours GAT Food Essentials GmbH With European Functional Food & Beverage Microencapsulation Technology Innovation Award; Synergy Flavors Invests in Sensory Flavor Profiling Research; FDA Issues 22 Warning Letters to Website Operators; Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega™ First Fish Oil to Participate in NFL/NFLPA Sports Nutrition Label Certification Program; BioExx Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for Protein Isolates; New Organic Berry Whole Food Energy Bar from Amazing Grass Delivers Whole Food Nutrition; Beat Crazy Cocoa Prices with Synergy's Chocolate Flavors
- Heart Health Alert: Niacin May Reverse Hardening of the Arteries
- Heart Health Alert: Niacin May Reverse Hardening of the Arteries
- Heart Health Alert: Niacin May Reverse Hardening of the Arteries
- Heart Health Alert: Niacin May Reverse Hardening of the Arteries
- Spotlight on Savory Side Dishes
- Spotlight on Savory Side Dishes
- Spotlight on Savory Side Dishes
- Another Reason to Choose Healthy Lifestyle Habits
- Another Reason to Choose Healthy Lifestyle Habits
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WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., -- ConsumerLab.com announced today that all but one of the twenty-one products analyzed in its B Vitamin Product Review contained the claimed amounts of B vitamins. However, nine of the products exceeded Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (ULs) set by the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies. The risk of adverse effects increases when consumption of vitamins exceeds the UL on a regular basis. The most common ingredient found at high doses was niacin (B3), for which potential side-effects range from skin flushing to liver toxicity.
Use of B vitamins has increased dramatically in recent years as a result of research indicating the roles of vitamins B6, B12, and folic acid in reducing the risk of heart disease, and of niacin (B3) in lowering cholesterol. Consequently, sales have grown rapidly among B complex products; unit sales were up 57% in 1999 compared to the prior year according to The Hartman Group (Seattle, WA). However, neither the U.S. government nor any other agency is responsible for routinely testing B vitamin products or other dietary supplements for their contents or quality and the FDA does not require labels to warn of potential side effects.
Tod Cooperman, M.D., President of ConsumerLab.com cautioned, "While there is scientific evidence behind the excitement over B vitamins, consumers should be aware that more than forty percent of the products that we evaluated exceeded levels at which they are known to be safely tolerated -- some having more than 10 times the upper limit. There may be good medical reasons for exceeding these levels, but there may also be significant side effects. People interested in using high doses of B vitamins should consult with a healthcare professional." He added, "Consumers should also be aware that, because of deficient products, they may not get the full benefits."
The complete list of products that passed the review, as well as ConsumerTips(TM) on buying and using B vitamins are now available to ConsumerLab.com's online subscribers at http://www.consumerlab.com. General findings and examples of approved products are also available free from the Web site. Similar information is available online from ConsumerLab.com's Product Reviews for Asian and American ginseng, calcium, chondroitin, CoQ10, creatine, echinacea, ginkgo biloba, glucosamine, iron, MSM, multivitamins/multiminerals, nutrition bars, omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) from fish/marine oil, phytoestrogens (soy and red clover isoflavones), SAM-e, saw palmetto, St. John's wort, valerian and vitamins C and E. Other Product Reviews scheduled for release in coming months include nutrition powders and beverages and weight loss/slimming supplements. ConsumerLab.com's Guide to Buying the Best Vitamins, Herbs and Supplements is scheduled for publication next year. To further assist consumers, ConsumerLab.com licenses its flask- shaped CL Seal of Approved Quality (see The CL Seal) to manufacturers for use on products that have passed its evaluations.
ConsumerLab.com is a leading provider of consumer information and independent evaluations of products that affect health and nutrition. The company is privately held and based in White Plains, New York. It has no ownership from or interest in companies that manufacture, distribute, or sell consumer products. Subscription to Consumerlab.com's Product Reviews is available online. Parties interested in purchasing comprehensive Product Review Technical Reports, licensing content, or requesting testing of additional products may contact Lisa Sabin, Vice President for Business Development, at lisa.sabin@consumerlab.com.
SOURCE ConsumerLab.com, LLC
CONTACT:
Tod Cooperman, M.D.
President of ConsumerLab.com
+1-914-722-0116
tod.cooperman@consumerlab.com
Web site: http://www.consumerlab.com
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