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The American Herbal Products Association at 40 Founded in 1982, the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) is now a leading trade association with members around the world. AHPA has weathered some of the largest challenges the US herb industry has faced, including regulatory issues and government pushback, and given its members access to valuable resources in areas including product integrity, labeling and marketing guidelines, legislative and regulatory advocacy, and more. The organization has also produced several important books such as the Botanical Safety Handbook and Herbs of Commerce. ABC Guest Contributor Karen Raterman interviewed past and present leaders of the organization to tell the story of how AHPA started, how it has kept going, and what plans it has for the future. Read more >> |
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Green Rush: Thai Government Pledges to Give Away 1 Million Free Cannabis Plants In May 2022, the Thai government announced it would distribute one million free cannabis plants beginning in June 2022, when many legal restrictions on cannabis were set to be lifted in the country. The announcement said the plants would be given to households for medical purposes only. Although recreational use of cannabis is still illegal, the Thai government has been becoming more progressive in relation to cannabis since a military coup in 2014. This initiative is notable in Southeast Asia, a region that is known for its strict cannabis laws. Read more >> |
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Banana Peels Make Sugar Cookies Better for You. EurekAlert! August 9, 2022. Banana peels, which are most often a wasted byproduct of banana consumption, can be processed into a flour that has the potential to boost the healthy properties of baked goods without affecting overall taste and enjoyment.
Wisconsin’s Naturopathic Doctors Prepare for Expanded Duties. Wisconsin Public Radio. August 6, 2022. Following a law that officially allows naturopathic doctors in Wisconsin to be licensed providers, the state is in the process of integrating this practice into its health care system.
Primrose Oil May Help Ease Side Effects of Drug Treatment in Acne Patients. NutraIngredients.com. August 3, 2022. Daily supplementation with evening primrose oil significantly improved skin appearance in patients with acne vulgaris and could help reduce adverse effects from the drug isotretinoin, according to latest research.
The Surprising Link Between Chinese Five-Spice Powder and Herbal Medicine. Tasting Table. August 1, 2022. The spice blend, which shows up in some of the country’s most famous dishes, has its roots in the same herbal formulas used by ancient Chinese physicians.
Green Tea Extract Promotes Gut Health, Lowers Blood Sugar. Science Daily. July 26, 2022. New research in people with certain heart disease risk factors has shown that consuming green tea extract for four weeks can reduce blood sugar levels and improve gut health by lowering inflammation and decreasing “leaky gut.”
The Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah Hope to Preserve Their Heritage By Saving Their Language. KUER. July 25, 2022. The tribe has started an initiative to revive traditional knowledge, including their language, culture, and plant use.
Federal Appeals Court’s Delta-8 Legality Ruling Adds to Hemp Product Chaos. Natural Products Insider. July 14, 2022. A federal appeals court in California has found delta-8 THC products are lawful under the 2018 Farm Bill but the legal status of these products marketed across the United States remains unclear.
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TAZO to Become a Regenerative Brand By Transitioning Its Tea Portfolio to a Regenerative Organic Approach. TAZO. August 9, 2022.
Principal Investigator of AHPA-ERB Foundation-funded Goldenseal Harvest Study Presents Research. American Herbal Products Association (AHPA). August 4, 2022.
Congress: Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Designate Funding for Clinical Trials on the Efficacy of State-Licensed Medical Cannabis Products. NORML. August 4, 2022.
Analysis: Labels Often Inaccurate for Hemp-Derived CBD Topical Products. NORML. July 28, 2022.
RBG Kew and Greensphere Capital Sign Exclusivity Agreement for Spinout Climate and Technology Investments. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. July 28, 2022.
New JAMA Research on Adulterated Dietary Supplements Underscores Need for New FDA ‘Prohibited Acts’ Authority. Council for Responsible Nutrition. July 26, 2022.
New JAMA Research Underscores FDA Performance Failures. Natural Products Association. July 26, 2022.
AHPA Submits Comments to FDA on NDIN Guidance. AHPA. July 22, 2022.
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SupplySide West and Food Ingredients North America. October 31 - November 4, 2022. Las Vegas, Nevada. This annual trade show will bring together leading professionals from the dietary supplement, food, beverage, personal care, and sports nutrition industries to interact and exchange insights on the science and strategy that drive the development of finished products. American Botanical Council members receive a $50 discount off an Expo Hall Pass when registering. Use code SSW22PARTNER. Promo code not valid on existing registrations. Offer expires November 4, 2022. Register here.
Botanical Support for Healthy Blood Pressure. Online. September 8, 2022.
Botanical Safety Consortium Annual Meeting. Online. September 27, 2022.
Integrative Dermatology Symposium 2022. Tucson, Arizona. September 30 – October 2, 2022.
Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo. Dubai, United Arab Emirates. December 13–15, 2022.
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