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EarthLab, Inc., dba Wise Woman Herbals

FDA issued an amended warning letter to EarthLab, Inc. dba Wise Woman Herbals (Park City, UT) following a 2022 facility inspection and review of its website and Facebook page. The agency found that eight herbal supplement products — including Green Tea Solid Extract, Curcuma Spp. Organic Turmeric, PSA Capsules, Elderberry Plus Syrup, and others — were marketed with disease-treatment and prevention claims (stroke, cancer, influenza, joint pain, respiratory infections) that rendered them unapproved new drugs under the FD&C Act. FDA also cited serious CGMP violations, including failure to establish adequate specifications, use of components that failed microbial and heavy-metal (lead) limits, and failure to follow written laboratory procedures. The letter warns that failure to correct these violations may result in seizure or injunction.

Turmeric contains the active compound curcuminoid, which when taken in a therapeutic dose can support joint comfort, maintain joint mobility and even improve digestive health by acting on our inflammation response pathways

[T]hyme is a strong antimicrobial that can help promote relief and healing from sore throats and other respiratory infections. It is why you'll see this healing herb in Wise Woman Herbals Upper Respiratory Support tincture.

In a study aimed to determine the mechanism of action of elderberry and its primary active compound, cyanidin 3-glucoside (cyn 3-glu), against influenza virus, elderberry exhibited multiple modes of therapeutic action against influenza infection.

The reishi mushroom, also known as ganoderma lucidum, has been shown to have anticancer effects, especially in those with prostate cancer. It does this primarily by suppressing the migration and invasion of prostate cancer cells.

[A] 2016 study showed that taking a high dose of 1000 mg of curcumin each day for an average of 8-12 weeks helped reduce inflammation and joint pain.

Healthy Prostate … includes herbs like saw palmetto, cleavers, pipsissewa, and stinging nettle . . .. Pipsissewa is another herb that can benefit men by ... promoting anti-inflammation that can benefit the prostate glands.

Can Turmeric Help Reduce the Risk of Strokes? Curcumin, which is extracted from turmeric, may reduce the risk factors of stroke by reducing total cholesterol and improving vascular function . . .. In a study done on stroke-prone spontaneously hypertensive rats, curcumin delayed the onset of stroke and increased the rats' survival time. Curcumin also increased relaxation of carotid artery response. All these factors help reduce stroke risk.

Another option is to consider a green tea solid extract, which can also be used as a tea concentrate.

Wise Woman Herbals Turmeric Gold Capsules are a great option for those looking for a natural alternative to over-the-counter pain relievers. In fact, studies show that turmeric is just as – if not more – effective in reducing inflammation and joint pain than NSAIDs

Studies show that increasing vitamin C [an ingredient in Elderberry Plus Syrup] can reduce stroke risk.

Joint Support Capsules … Amazing. Really works. Muscle pain and nerve pain.

The Study showed that Elderberry extract is effective in treatment of flu.

Studies also show that green and black tea are helpful. Drinking three cups or more daily can reduce stroke risk by as much as 21% . . .. The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties in tea help prevent intracerebral hemorrhages from occurring. It is believed that compounds such as catechins also provide some protection against strokes.

Please notify FDA in writing, within 15 working days of receipt of this letter, of the specific steps you have taken to address any violations. Include an explanation of each step being taken to prevent the recurrence of violations, as well as copies of related documentation.

Failure to adequately address this matter may result in legal action including, without limitation, seizure and injunction.

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