Safety of synthetic cannabidiol as a novel food pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2015/2283
Abstract Following a request from the European Commission, the EFSA Panel on Nutrition, Novel Foods and Food Allergens (NDA) was…
food supplements
The Potential Benefits of a Novel Food Supplement Based on Cannabis Sativa, Boswellia, and Fish Oil for Pain and Inflammation in Physical Activity: Unraveling the Role of Orexin-A Modulation
Abstract Background: Nutraceuticals have emerged as promising alternatives to conventional pharmacological treatments for managing joint pain and low-grade inflammation in…
Beyond conventional care: exploring complementary and alternative medicine for autoimmune disorders
Abstract This literature review provides a comprehensive overview of the use of complementary and alternative modalities for the treatment of…
Cannabidiol in Foods and Food Supplements: Evaluation of Health Risks and Health Claims
Abstract Background: Cannabidiol (CBD) is a cannabinoid present in the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa L.). Non-medicinal CBD oils with typically…
Study on knowledge and perceptions on the uptake of non-medicinal cannabis-substances and preparations by Portuguese consumers: Borderline issues
Abstract Cannabis sativa L.-based food supplement products in pharmacies and para pharmacies in Portugal increased by 84 % between 2021…
Are adverse effects of cannabidiol (CBD) products caused by tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) contamination?
Abstract Cannabidiol (CBD)-containing products are widely marketed as over the counter products. Adverse effects reported in anecdotal consumer reports or…
Notifications and Health Consequences of Unauthorized Pharmaceuticals in Food Supplements
Abstract Health concerns associated with the consumption of food supplements rise in parallel with the rise in the popularity and…
Time Trends of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in a 2008–2021 German National Survey of Hemp Food Products
Abstract ∆9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is known as the main psychotropic compound present in the hemp plant. It also occurs in commercially…
Potential Herb–Drug Interactions in the Management of Age-Related Cognitive Dysfunction
Abstract Late-life mild cognitive impairment and dementia represent a significant burden on healthcare systems and a unique challenge to medicine…