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Chemicals from hair and beauty products impact hormones, especially during pregnancy

Scienmag

Use of certain personal care products during pregnancy may impact maternal hormone levels, according to a new Rutgers study. Personal care and beauty products contain several ingredients that often include a wide range of endocrine-disrupting chemicals like phthalates, parabens, phenols, parabens and toxic metals.

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Are Animal-Free Dairy Products Considered Vegan?

XTalks

This technique results in the same taste and texture as dairy cheese, is a sustainable product and reduces greenhouse gases by being animal-free. In the past, General Mills hasn’t developed its own stand-alone plant-based brand but has launched some vegan products within existing brands. What is an Animal-Free Product?

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Biologic Therapeutics Development, Part 1: Definition and Distinct Characteristics

Camargo

The development of biological products (or biologics) represents a major advancement in modern medicine, enabling the treatment of patients with many illnesses where no other therapeutics were previously available. Definition of Biologic Products. These products can be derived from humans, animals, or microorganisms with biotechnology.

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Leading freeze-drying systems suppliers for the pharmaceutical industry

Pharmaceutical Technology

Freeze drying is a crucial technique to prolong the shelf life of pharmaceutical products. Also known as lyophilisation, the technique stabilises and preserves sensitive products such as biologics, and diagnostic kits, in a permanently storable state.

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Top 8 American Foods Banned in Other Countries

XTalks

In a nation where the majority of store-bought food contain incomprehensible ingredients and employ labeling tactics designed to confuse consumers, understanding the nature of our snacks and meals can often prove difficult. Preservatives and additives serve as routine ingredients for manufacturers, extending the shelf-life of food products.

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Adalvo signs licence deal with EQL Pharma for Mellozzan

Pharmaceutical Technology

If the company chooses not to pursue these in some countries, the rights to the product there will be returned to the Swiss company in a pre-defined reasonable timeframe. Mellozzan contains the sleep hormone melatonin and is indicated for use in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and sleep difficulties.

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Is the FDA Doing Enough to Regulate Added Chemicals in Foods?

XTalks

Despite our best efforts to avoid added chemicals, the food and beverages we consume likely contain one or more of some 10,000 chemicals allowed to be added to foods. Some of these chemicals are known endocrine (hormone) disruptors linked to developmental, cognitive and other health problems in babies and adults.