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Speaking on the first Nutrachampion podcast for the year 2023, Professor Jon Wardle aired his views on the topmost priorities in advancing the development and use of integrative or complementary medicine alongside conventional medical therapies. Established in 2020, the NCNM aims to improve health by facilitating access to both integrative and conventional medicines. On top of conducting research, the centre promotes the development of integrative medicine by introducing and training health care practitioners, such as general practitioners, to take an integrative approach in their medical practise, says the Maurice Blackmore chair of naturopathic medicine and professor of public health at Southern Cross University. Read more at Nutra Ingredients

The unusual herb known as Kratom has drawn much interest in recent years. Kratom can be used in a variety of ways. However, Kratom gold is one of the most well-liked. High-quality leaves create the distinctive extract known as liquid Kratom shot. As more and more people become aware of its advantages, it is gaining popularity. Here are a few explanations for why gold Kratom is so popular. Where Does Gold Kratom Shot Originate From, And What Is It? A large yellowish colored leaves known as “gold Kratom” is distinguished by its characteristic golden hue. This particular strain of Kratom is indigenous to the island of Borneo and is primarily produced and harvested there. The leaves of gold Kratom are often bigger and slightly different in shape than those of other types. Read more at par...

The supplement and vitamin market in the US has never been more profitable, being worth over $37 billion in 2022—but the FDA still classifies supplements as a subcategory of food, which can lead to safety issues. "This has huge consequences for the whole category of dietary supplements—from vitamins, minerals, probiotics and all sorts of new ingredients," says Pieter Cohen, MD, internist at Cambridge Health Alliance and associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. "What it means is that the manufacturer can introduce anything into the market that they believe is safe. The FDA's job is to identify the products that are causing harm after they've been on the market and remove them from store shelves… Because the FDA isn't vetting these products before they show up on store shel...

For years, the average consumer had a vague, abstract understanding of the immune system. But 2020 served as a global Immune Health 101 class, creating consumers that recognized the importance of a lifestyle comprised of proper nutrition, exercise and stress management. What’s more, broader acceptance of a lifestyle promoting immune health helped consumers develop habits lasting longer than just “flu season” as they now aim to bolster their health through the entire year. “Immune Health: Special Report 2020” from Nutrition Business Journal (NBJ) indicated that although vitamins and minerals continue to lead in sales, herb and botanical blends are picking up speed. In fact, NBJ data on consumer knowledge and practices showed nearly 30% of consumers deliberately choose supplements includin...