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02 May,2024

Research and Development of Health Foods from the Perspective of the Concept of “Food as Medicine”

As an important category of health foods, medicinal‑food homology products occupy a pivotal position within China’s food‑healthcare system. However, at present, these products face challenges such as fragmented product varieties, unclear market positioning, and insufficient collaborative R&D efforts. To strengthen the management, guidance, and support for the research and development of medicinal‑food homology health foods, this study analyzes the existing issues. By tracing the evolution of such products in China, it conducts an in-depth examination of their R&D from the perspectives of functional scope, product attributes, registration and review processes, and regulatory oversight, and proposes corresponding strategies to address the current shortcomings.

15 Apr,2024

Ginseng, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Codonopsis pilosula, American ginseng, red ginseng, Pseudoginseng… what exactly are the differences? Here’s a comprehensive comparison of these ginseng varieties—save this!

The ginseng family is vast, encompassing varieties such as Asian ginseng, Codonopsis pilosula, Prince’s ginseng, Chinese bellflower (northern and southern), American ginseng, and Salvia miltiorrhiza. Though all are ginsengs, their unique characteristics and medicinal properties differ significantly, and individuals with different constitutions should choose accordingly. What are the nuances to consider? Let’s hear what traditional Chinese medicine has to say.

14 Mar,2024

The Historical Origins, Conceptual Essence, and Contemporary Development of the “Food‑Medicine Homology” Principle

During the implementation of the Healthy China initiative, the guiding principle of prevention-first has spurred a transformation in the medical model, while traditional Chinese medicine’s philosophies of “combining prevention and treatment” and “integrating therapy with health preservation,” along with its concept of “medicine and food sharing a common origin,” have garnered unprecedented attention.

02 Feb,2024

400 sentences to clearly explain the effects of 400 traditional Chinese medicinal herbs—truly invaluable!

400 sentences to clearly explain the effects of 400 traditional Chinese medicinal herbs—truly invaluable!

02 Feb,2024

Among substances that are both food and medicine, which one reigns supreme as a raw material for health foods? Includes efficacy and recommended dosage.

With the conclusion of the pilot program for nine substances, including Codonopsis pilosula, the list of food‑medicine homologous substances has expanded to 102. Drawing on a contribution from forum user “Hancǎo” and referencing Fan Qingsheng’s book “Principles and Rationale of Health Food Formulations,” these food‑medicine homologous ingredients have been categorized according to the functional claims typically associated with health foods, providing a convenient reference for researchers and developers in the health food industry.

08 Jan,2024

Announcement on the Publication of the Catalogue of Raw Materials for Three Health Food Products, Including Ginseng

In accordance with the Food Safety Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Measures for the Administration of the Catalogue of Health Food Raw Materials and the Catalogue of Health Functions, and other relevant provisions, the State Administration for Market Regulation, in conjunction with the National Health Commission and the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, has formulated the “Catalogue of Health Food Raw Materials: Ginseng,” the “Catalogue of Health Food Raw Materials: American Ginseng,” and the “Catalogue of Health Food Raw Materials: Ganoderma,” which are hereby promulgated and shall take effect as of May 1, 2024.

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