Nutraceutical Testing

The development and introduction of functional foods or nutraceuticals has expanded rapidly in recent years. An increased development activity in functional foods followed the passage of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) in 1994. This act set up a new framework for Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulation of dietary supplements. In passing DSHEA, Congress recognized that many people believe dietary supplements offer health benefits and consumers want a greater opportun…