April 18, 2002
Gelatin as used in supplements – either for the capsule / shell, or as a processing ingredient of raw materials – is produced in such a manner (i.e. boiling, purifying etc…) that it could retain nothing of any of the tissues / particles that have been associated with CJD.
April 14, 2002
PETASITES (Butterbur)
New 50mg Strength
Butterbur has enjoyed much publicity recently for the treatment of migraine headaches and the management of hayfever. It has antispasmodic and pain relieving qualities making it ideal for the relief of migraine, headaches and menstrual cramps, as well as back and neck spasms.
ECHINACEA FORTE tablets
Echinaforce has become a household name for the holistic and effective treatment of colds and flu. When taken as an organic fresh tincture (drops), it is easy to absorb and fast-acting. We realise though that there are customers who, for convenience, would prefer an effective, easy to absorb, one or two a day tablet.
Order Echinacea Forte now for the summer cold season.
March 19, 2002
The EU directive aimed at reducing the vitamin and mineral content of food supplements was passed by the European Parliament. Any impact of the directive will not be felt by consumers for about three years as it has to pass through various EU channels before being signed into law by member-states.
Ms Nuala Ahern, Leinster MEP, said the new measures were “outrageous” and would grossly infringe consumers’ rights. People had been safely taking these supplements for years and the directive would force consumers to purchase these products on the Internet, where there were “zero” controls. Green MEP Ms Patricia McKenna said the directive was “draconian”. Legislators should not be guided by RDAs as they were quite low.