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FSA/HSA for Supplements in the USA: Will the Change Reach Europe?
Analysis of FSA/HSA regulatory changes in the USA for dietary supplements. Implications for European and Polish manufacturers. Expert guidance.
Differences in Allergen Labelling: European Union, United States and Canada - A Practical Overview for the Food Industry
Comparative analysis of allergen labelling lists and requirements (including Contains, May Contain, Gluten-Free) in the EU (14 allergens), USA (9 allergens) and Canada (11 allergens).
CBD: A Tale of Two Regulators. How British Pragmatism Exposes EU Bureaucracy.
Comparative analysis of CBD regulation as Novel Food in the United Kingdom (FSA) and the European Union (EFSA). Conclusions for the future of the cannabinoid market.
CJEU Aldi Ruling: What Supplement Manufacturers Need to Know About Pest Control and Hygiene
Analysis of the CJEU judgment concerning Aldi. Practical guidelines for supplement manufacturers regarding pest control and hygiene requirements.
CJEU and Ashwagandha - Analysis of Judgment C-386/23 and Consequences for the Industry
Accessible and practical analysis of the CJEU judgment C-386/23 concerning ashwagandha. Legal, marketing and regulatory consequences for dietary supplements in the EU.
Ban on 'Clinically Proven' Claim in the USA - NAD/NARB Decision (Case #7487) and Implications for EU Manufacturers
Analysis of the NAD/NARB decision (Case #7487) in the Tru Niagen case - ban on the 'clinically proven' claim for an NAD+ supplement. Comparison with EU regulations and conclusions for manufacturers.
Excessive Depiction of Fruits, Vegetables or Spices on Food Labels - What the Law and Case Law Say
Images of fruits and vegetables on labels can be misleading even with a correct ingredient list. CJEU Teekanne judgment (C-195/14), UOKiK decisions and Voivodeship Administrative Court in Krakow - full case law analysis and safe labelling practices.
How to Launch a Polish Food Supplement on the German Market in 2025/2026? Complete Legal Guide
Europe's largest supplement market - a complete guide updated for November 2025: BVL notification, German VAT, uvZTA 7%, PZN, labelling, and the most common mistakes made by Polish manufacturers.
Health Claims and Doctor Recommendations: How to Avoid the Trap of Art. 12(c) of Regulation 1924/2006
Can you refer to a doctor's authority in supplement advertising? Analysis of Art. 12(c) of Regulation 1924/2006. Learn the difference between a prohibited endorsement and a permissible expertise statement.
Lex Charlatan (UD207): Is a Total Ban on Unconventional Medicine the Best Patient Protection?
The UD207 bill criminalises complementary practices. Will prohibition increase safety, or push the market underground? Legal risk analysis, EU comparisons, and a proposal for sensible regulation - as of November 2025.
Are Multivitamins Effective? An Evidence-Based Analysis
State of knowledge for 2025: Analysis of multivitamin effectiveness based on Cochrane, USPSTF, NIH and ACSM studies. Review of evidence for cognitive function, cardiovascular health and sports.
Navigating Non-Alcoholic Beverage Labelling in the EU: Trends and Challenges 2025
The non-alcoholic beverage market is booming, but labelling '0.0%' is a minefield. Discover the EU and Polish legal requirements, ABV limits, and testing methods (GC) demanded by inspectorates in 2025.
Postbiotics for Weight Loss: What EU Law Allows You to Claim and Where EFSA Awaits
Postbiotics as a new trend in weight management. Analysis of EU regulations, labelling requirements, and legal pitfalls for manufacturers. Practical expert advice.
Supreme Administrative Court 2024 Judgments (II GSK 589/23, 627/23, 806/23): End of Automatic Supplement Blocking by Sanitary Inspectorate in Poland
Practical analysis of the 2024 Supreme Administrative Court judgments concerning Art. 32 of the Act on Food Safety and Nutrition. End of automatic supplement blocking by the Sanitary Inspectorate in Poland.
The Vanishing Lactobacillus? What the Probiotic Naming Revolution Means for Your Label
Analysis of changes in probiotic nomenclature: why Lactobacillus is disappearing, the legal consequences, and how to update dietary supplement labels.