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Kanec USA Inc., is issuing a voluntary nationwide recall of Stud Capsules® for men (Lot #060607-01/060108-01 Exp 6-2013) because it contains an undeclared drug.

Orange juice may help prevent the negative effects of a high-fat, high-carbohydrate meal, researchers report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

New evidence suggests that a type of behavioral therapy that teaches time management and organizational skills, may be beneficial in adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

April 22, 2010 marks the 40th annual Earth Day. To celebrate this event, many organizations are raising awareness about the importance of sustainable practices and promoting ecological awareness.

The Wall Street Journal interviewed Dr. Catherine Ulbricht, co-founder of Natural Standard and Senior Attending Pharmacist at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, about relaxation beverages. These new drinks often contain herbal extracts or natural hormones and are designed to help reduce stress and anxiety and improve sleep.

Natural Standard Launches New Database Natural Standard launched a new Charts & Tables database that classifies natural products and medications based on their potential pharmacological properties.

Natural Standard, an international research collaboration that aggregates and synthesizes data on complementary and alternative therapies, invites researchers to submit articles to Journal of Dietary Supplements (JDS) - an international peer-reviewed forum for original research and review articles that focus on vitamins, minerals, herbs and other substances that make up the multibillion-dollar dietary supplement industry. The journal addresses important issues that meet a broad range of interests, not only in integrative healthcare, but also in academic, regulatory and industrial sectors.

New evidence suggests that acupuncture may help treat some of the common side effects of hormonal drugs called aromatase inhibitors.

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables may help lower the risk of developing breast cancer, researchers report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Immunotherapy for Peanut Allergies In two small studies, peanut allergies improved in children who took low doses of peanut allergens that gradually increased over time.

Patrick Morrison, an Honorary Professor of human genetics at the universities of Queens Belfast, Nottingham Trent and the University of Ulster, recently reviewed Natural Standard Herbal Pharmacotherapy: An Evidence-Based Approach in the Ulster Medical Society Journal, and called it “an excellent guide to herbal pharmacotherapies.”

Natural Standard Review on GI Disorders Published A Natural Standard review article on gastrointestinal disorders is featured in the latest issue of Alternative and Complementary Therapies.

Red clover may improve symptoms of depression and anxiety in postmenopausal women, researchers report.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning patients and health professionals not to use ear candles because they may cause “serious injuries,” even when used as directed.

A new study suggests that fish oil may be beneficial in adolescents and young adults who are at risk of developing psychotic disorders.