NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Two members of Thorne’s team of highly respected scientists and experts will be among the featured experts at the International Conference on the Science of Botanicals 2019 in Oxford, Mississippi, on April 8-11. The annual meeting, held at the National Center for Natural Products Research (NCNPR) at the University of Mississippi, is largely regarded as one of the top gatherings of researchers, thought leaders, and others contributing to the quality of science in herbal medicine.
The conference is held to allow professionals of botanical science and medicine to share cutting-edge data related to safety, quality, and efficacy. The event is attended by leading scientists and executives from the nutraceutical industry and related sectors.
One of the most important topics in recent years at the annual conference has been botanical identity. Thorne Senior Scientist Tyler Daniels will address this important topic as part of an expert panel chaired by scientists from the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) and the British Colombia Institute of Technology (BCIT). Daniels will serve as the expert on the evolving field of DNA testing in the validation of plant identity. As botanical medicine grows increasingly popular around the world, the development of precise techniques to assure that a stated ingredient is correct and accurate is critical. Adulteration and fraud, which are not uncommon with some very popular herbs, can be very dangerous to consumers.
In addition, Thorne Director of Sports Science Joel Tororo will participate in a panel discussion on the genesis, impact and growth of sports nutrition under the FDA’s Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act.
Thorne is highly committed to using the best available science in its mission to become the world’s leader in health and wellness, by helping consumers take control of their health. That commitment starts with the assurance of using the most effective, validated, and safest raw materials.
About Thorne
Thorne is a health and technology company that is disrupting prevention and wellness. By combining dietary and lifestyle recommendations with nutritional supplement intervention, Thorne is at the forefront of personalized health, with a mission to help consumers take control of their health and live a healthy life. Thorne provides at-home biomarker tests to bring the doctor to the consumer’s home. By leveraging its sophisticated analytical software, Thorne helps consumers uncover health insights and confidently take action to optimize health outcomes. Based on individual test results, Thorne’s technology and team can deliver a personalized plan on what to eat, how to exercise, and which Thorne supplements to take.
Thorne is the only supplement manufacturer to collaborate with Mayo Clinic on wellness research and content. Thorne is currently collaborating on a series of clinical trials with Mayo Clinic, using tools of molecular assessment and nutrient-based supportive care. These efforts span across a range of applications, such as sports concussion, cognition in aging, Parkinson’s disease, ketogenic nutrition, cancer supportive care, irritable bowel syndrome, athletic performance, and others. Thorne is a proud partner of a number of U.S. National Teams, including U.S. Soccer, USA Hockey, and USA Triathlon. Thorne is one of the fastest growing supplement companies and is rated the top practitioner-dispensed brand among 30-40 year-olds. For more information visit www.thorne.com/.
