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Some Talc Products Contain Asbestos: Study

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30, 2020 – Nearly 15% of talc-based cosmetic products analyzed in a recent study contained asbestos. Environmental Working Group (EWG) — an American advocacy nonprofit that commissioned the tests and did the analysis — said methods used by the cosmetics industry to screen talc supplies are inadequate. MONDAY, Nov.

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Novo’s obesity drug has serious warnings and barriers to overcome

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The drug already exists at a lower dose as an anti-diabetic medication under the brand names Ozempic and Rybelsus made by the same pharmaceutical company, Novo Nordisk. Still study trials show Wegovy is more effective than any other weight loss management drug currently on the market.

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Companies Illegally Selling CBD-Infused Food Receive FDA Warning Letters

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According to the warning letters, these products are considered adulterated under “section 402(a)(2)(C)(i) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the FD&C Act), 21 U.S.C. 342(a)(2)(C)(i), because they bear or contain an unsafe food additive. Other major brands like PepsiCo and Carl’s Jr. 331(ll) and 331(a).”.

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Top 5 Foods Banned in Europe

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This meant manufacturers could skip the FDA’s exhaustive safety review process, ensuring their products reached the market faster. Parabens, which are also prevalent in cosmetics, can interfere with the regular operation of human hormonal systems, affecting both male and female reproductive health, development, fertility and birth results.

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Will An Upcycled Certification Mark on Packaged Foods Resonate With Consumers?

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The marker may soon be found on food and beverage products, pet food, dietary supplements, cosmetics and more. Future Market Insights predicted in 2019, prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, that the upcycled food industry was worth more than $46 billion, with an estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of five percent.

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FDA Approves First Generic of Symbicort to Treat Asthma and COPD

The Pharma Data

“Today’s approval of the first generic for one of the most commonly prescribed complex drug-device combination products to treat asthma and COPD is another step forward in our commitment to bring generic copies of complex drugs to the market, which can improve quality of life and help reduce the cost of treatment,” said Sally Choe, Ph.D.,

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Can Natural Food Dyes from Cabbage Replace Synthetic Options?

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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) defines color additives as “any substance that imparts color to a food, drug, cosmetic, or the human body. In Europe, brands like Nestlé use radish, lemon and red cabbage extracts as a food coloring in their chocolates. 40 and yellow food dyes no.