adulteration
New Adulterant Found in Chondroitin
Zero One, also known as Z1, has been identified as sodium hexametaphosphate, a new adulterant found in chondroitin, according to a group of top U.S. scientists. First found in 2013 by Aishan Li, director of research and development and quality control of Meitek Technology, the new adulterant Z1 posed no health risk. However, research concludes further ...
From Field To Extract
Industry leaders Weigh in on the Current state of Botanical Adulteration It is no surprise that there is a problem in the global herb and dietary supplements industry—the persistent availability of adulterated herbs, herbal extracts, essential oils and other plant-derived dietary ingredients. Nutrition Industry Executive (NIE ) asked those schooled on the subject to discuss ...
Preventing an Identity Crisis
Analytical methods are spotlighted when a botanical’s new popularity raises the specter of adulteration, but more generally help assure that that the ingredient is the genuine article.The months-long controversy over DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine) can be seen as a poster child for the importance of validated analytical methods. This past April, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ...
Playing Fair In Sports Nutrition
Reputable manufacturers are making a name for themselves by developing sports supplements that deliver on an unwavering commitment to athletes of all levels.FEw industries in recent years have had to suffer the amount of criticism and scrutiny that sports nutrition has. Through the negligence and downright irresponsibility of a few foul players, legitimate manufacturers and ...
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