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UK drug analysis company HFL has launched a testing service to check for drug contamination of sports supplements. The new tests will detect IOC-banned drugs such as nandrolone and ephedrine, in a range of supplement formulations.
Body weight is directly associated with mortality from cancer, US researchers report, suggesting that overweight and obesity could account for up to 20 per cent of all deaths from cancer in American women.
The outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome (Sars) has prompted increased demand for immune-boosting natural remedies, including the natural bee product propolis, reports New Zealand-based Comvita.
The Australian natural health industry is set to suffer as the government warns people to avoid taking herbal and vitamin supplements, following a major recall of products made by the country's leading contract manufacturer.
The UK complementary medicines market has grown by almost 60 per cent in the last five years to an estimated value of £130 million (€187m), despite the impact of new legislation and negative publicity regarding herbal remedies and homeopathy.