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Mushroom manufacturer warns of regulation worries
CBD and mushroom supplement manufacturing and consulting firm Nootro Group is the only British Retail Consortium (BRC)-certified manufacturer in oils, capsules and powdersโa certificate that guarantees third-party assured quality and traceability. The firmโs founder and CEO Cary Holmes said he launched the company in 2021 after he โsaw an emerging category with a true lack…
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CBD boosts sleep quality and immune function: Study
A team of U.S. researchers investigated the effects of either 50 mg daily oral CBD or placebo on mental health, immune cellย function and sleep quantity and qualityย in 28 healthy individuals over a study period of eight weeks. Results showed that daily consumption of hemp-derived CBDย resulted in improvements inย the overall perceived quality ofย sleep and enhanced NK…
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Should You Use Oral Or Topical CBD For Pain? An Expert Weighs In
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First CBD Novel Foods applications granted safety approval in the UK
The decisions come five long years after the European Commission decided CBD products were to be considered as novel foods. This FSA Scientific Committeeย endorsement indicates that the companies successfully fulfilled the rigorous safety criteria necessary to progress to the final stage of the Novel Food Licensing process – formal licensing. Both authorizations are at a…
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CBD may be effective in alleviating menstrual-related symptoms
The preโpost, randomized, open-label trial examined the effects of oral CBD isolate to mitigate MRS. Researchers found that alleviation of symptoms occurred in the first month participants consumed CBD and continued over the successive three months of consumption. โThough past work has suggestedย cannabisย may be a viable option for MRS intervention, to our knowledge, this study…
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When Is The Best Time To Take Vitamins? A Scannable Guide
Author: Expert reviewer: February 28, 2024 Assistant Beauty & Health Editor By Hannah Frye Assistant Beauty & Health Editor Hannah Frye is the Assistant Beauty Editor at mindbodygreen. She has a B.S. in journalism and a minor in womenโs, gender, and queer studies from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Hannah has written across…
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CBD firm and sports stars called out for social media health and medicinal claims
The ruling concerned two posts made on X (previously Twitter) made by the brand’s founder and former boxer Anthony Fowlerย and former professional footballersย John Hartson andย Matt Le Tissier, whoย received commission for sales generated from their posts. The first tweet by Hartson stated: โRetweet and comment if youโve tried these CBD gummy bears before bed they are…
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London Nootropics brews startup success with adaptogenic coffee blends
Launched in 2020, London Nootropics was formed by childhood friends Zain Peer and Shez Shaikh, when they realized the drawbacks of chemical-laced pre-workout drinks. Determined to find a healthier alternative, they transitioned to coffee infused with natural ingredients, prompting them to explore the benefits of adaptogenic ingredients such as CBD, ashwagandha, rhodiola, and medicinal mushrooms.…
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Rugby stars migrate from CBD to mushroom innovation
FourFiveโonce known as FourFive CBDโhas created a new avenue for innovation by launching three mushroom capsule supplements for daytime energy, bedtime relaxation and holistic health. Discussing the move, co-founder and rugby star Dom Day told NutraIngredients that whilst sales of the brandโs CBD products are still increasing (although not by as much as hoped or…
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Editorial picks: Our favourite articles of 2023
The end of the year is the ideal time to reflect, and asย such, each member of the NutraIngredients editorial team has picked their favourite articles of the year.ย Olivia Haslam, Reporter, selected:โย Men’s mental health: Marketing for goodโ Some stories feel important to retell, and as the year draws to a close, Iโm reminded of…