The Inside Scoop

Class Actions in Homeopathic Products Segment

Senior Editor — Mon, 14 May 2012 21:27:00 GMT

A court has approved the settlement agreement in the class action suit against Boiron Inc., which involved claims made for its homeopathic products, while similar suits against other defendants are still in progress.

Tea Party Targets Supplement Advocate in Senate Bid

Senior Editor — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 22:35:00 GMT

Sen. Orrin Hatch (R-Utah), who has long supported dietary supplement issues in Congress, will face a Republican primary for re-election to the US Senate, after narrowly failing to secure the delegates needed for outright nomination.

You Can't Have Your Pudding if You Don't Eat Your Meat

Senior Editor — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:45:00 GMT

In stripping the 2010 Tour de France title away from Spanish cyclist Alberto Contador, who had tested positive for clenbuterol, the court absolved the alleged tainted meat but took a jab at supplements.

Mounting Costs?

Senior Editor — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:26:00 GMT

Complying with dietary supplement GMPs potentially presents companies with escalating costs for testing, personnel, equipment and third party services.

Comment on Probiotics, Stevia Standards

Senior Editor — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:33:00 GMT

USP invites comments on it latest updates to the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC), which are highlighted by proposed standards for probiotics and stevia glycosides.

Take Vitamins…or Not?

Senior Editor — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 02:00:00 GMT

Mainstream media has been blasting the practice of taking dietary supplements, arguing even vitamin supplements are worthless unless addressing a specific deficiency or other acute problem.

Bigger Is Not Always Better

Senior Editor — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:42:00 GMT

An upcoming INSIDER Webinar Series presentation on obesity and weight management will look at various market factors and products, including mechanicsms of action and current trends.

Update from SupplySide West

Senior Editor — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:25:00 GMT

After three days of SupplySide West education sessions on pertinent regulatory, marketing and scientific topics, a few tidbits have stood out.

A Cool Sweetness

Senior Editor — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:27:00 GMT

An on-demand webinar details a new combination of the natural sweeteners erythritol and stevia.

Ask the Experts!

Senior Editor — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 21:02:00 GMT

SupplySide West 2011 attendees will have the opportunity to engage with experts from the Consultants Association for the Natural Products Industry (CANI) during show floor hours.

Probiotics Workshop

Senior Editor — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 15:25:00 GMT

Many of the biggest players in the probiotics industry will come together for a half-day post-Supplyside West workshop on the latest probiotic trends, challenges and opportunities.

Sustainable Harvesting of Wild Herbs

Senior Editor — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 22:59:00 GMT

Wildcrafting is still a part of the botanical supply chain, and a new special report explains on why sustainable harvesting in this segment is important and provides details on how to accomplish and maintain such practices.

Norman Farnsworth: A Force of Nature

Senior Editor — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 21:41:00 GMT

Widely recognized expert in pharmacognosy and medicinal plant research Normal Farnsworth, Ph.D., passed away on Sept. 10 at the age of 81. The logntime University of Chicago professor leaves behind a rich legacy of research and the many students,

Inflammation Information on this Station

Senior Editor — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:03:00 GMT

Anti-inflammatory ingredients and formulations are hot stuff, and a new educational event from INSIDER and Fortitech will give you the low down on this growing category.

Earn Your Functional Food Stripes

Senior Editor — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 22:36:00 GMT

A multi-day short course on functional foods/beverages development and marketing offers insiders an opportunity to gain practical knowledge and ideas for bringing innovative, value-packed products to this fast-growing market.

Rising Up Against Durbin’s Bill

Senior Editor — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:47:00 GMT

Grassroots campaign involves letters to legislators asking for opposition to the bill that proposes redundant and unnecessary measures.

NFL Player Wins Supplement Adulteration Suit

Senior Editor — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 21:44:00 GMT

NFL player who tested positive for a banned substance in 2009 won his lawsuit against the maker of a supplement found to contain the steroid ingredient, which was not on the product’s label.

“We Didn’t Even Have Gatorade…”

Senior Editor — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:55:00 GMT

The recent Dietary Supplement Caucus briefing featured Football Hall of Famer Dick Butkus, who shared his views on sports nutrition, steroids and the role of safe dietary supplements.

Digest This

Senior Editor — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 01:00:00 GMT

A new INSIDER slideshow highlights the digestive health supplement segment, providing a brief overview of ingredients, such as probiotics and fiber, shown to provide digestive benefits.

Today’s Research: Tomorrow’s Health

Senior Editor — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:54:00 GMT

Annual conference brought together the scientific research community for education, presentations, exhibits and workshops.