Ellis Island Medal of Honor for Dr. Majeed

Join us in congratulating Dr. Muhammed Majeed who has been selected to receive the Ellis Island Medal of Honor for the year 2004. This award is given by NECO (National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations Foundation, Inc.).

Dr. Majeed joins a select rank of illustrious achievers in receiving this prestigious award. The list of past recipients of the medal, which honors the immigrant experience, includes US Presidents, Nobel laureates, corporate leaders, political and literary luminaries, as well as world renowned sports people and media personalities.

April is National Cancer Control Month.. A somber reminder that the disease in its myriad forms remains the second leading cause of mortality in the US.

In this season of renewal, volunteer organizations solicit donations for cancer research in exchange for geraniums or daffodils -"blooms of hope" to fund research towards tangible cures.

In the spirit of the season, such efforts are a clarion call to healthy individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles-increase physical activity, achieve optimal weight, improve nutrition, avoid tobacco use, and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.

Over the years, research has validated the healthful role of several phytonutrients and trace nutrients in the prevention of cancer. Carcinogens, a term used to describe cancer-causing agents, belong to a diversified group of chemicals of dietary or environmental origin. Carcinogens can either initiate tumors, promote tumors or initiate as well as promote tumor development. Phytonutrients such as curcuminoids from turmeric have been found inhibit cancer development in various in vitro and animal models as well as in limited human studies. Promising results from clinical studies on colorectal cancer, bladder cancer and oral leukoplakia suggest that curcuminoids are potentially useful in the prevention and treatment of certain types of cancer.

As a pioneer in introducing several phytonutrients and nutritional fine chemicals to global markets, Sabinsa Corporation actively sponsors research on the health benefits of nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals. Clinical studies with curcuminoids, selenomethionine and other healthful nutrients are currently underway.

For example, Selenium SeLECT â , Sabinsa's branded L-Selenomethionine, is being used in SELECT (The Selenium and Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial) This trial, sponsored by the National Cancer Institute, is the largest ever prostate cancer prevention clinical trial, with 32,000 subjects. The trial seeks to study the health benefits of Selenium (as Selenomethionine) and vitamin E, in preventing prostate cancer, the second most common form of cancer in men.

Contact Sabinsa Corporation for information on nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals that potentially support healthy lifestyle and dietary interventions in the prevention of cancer.

A FOCUS ON QUALITY

PART III FINISHED PRODUCT QUALITY CONTROL

In the concluding part of our series on Quality Control, we present a summary on finished product quality. Input for this series was provided by K. Sivaprakash, Vice President -Technical and S. Velmurugan, Manager, QC/QA.

Finished product quality control starts with sampling of containers. Sampling is carried out at defined locations, using procedures designed to prevent contamination of the product. Every container of finished product is sampled irrespective of the number of containers. Before sampling, all the containers are labeled with in-process temporary tags that list product name, lot number and batch quantity. Sampled containers are marked to indicate that they have been sampled. Samples are physically examined for variations if any, when compared with previously accepted lots. A composite sample is analyzed as per the product specifications, for all parameters including microbial analysis. The container once sampled is immediately packed and sealed.

If any of the samples show variation or deviation in product quality , the containers are quarantined with appropriate label and stored in a designated area.

Once the product passes all tests with respect to the predetermined specifications, the containers are labeled with new finished product labels. These labels contain the following information - Product name, Lot Number. Net weight., Tare weight of the containers and Manufacturing and Expiration dates of the product. The in-process tags are then removed.

The material is now ready for shipping. Before shipping , QA personnel again inspect the labels for accuracy, and confirm that the containers are clean and sealed properly. A detailed Technical Report is generated for every product and a specific number .(Analytical Reference #.) is allotted to each and every batch to facilitate traceability.

A predetermined quantity of retain sample is stored in a designated area. The retain sample is destroyed 12 months after the expiration date of the product. All recorded documents are maintained on file until the end of the product's shelf life. These records are destroyed after one year from the expiration date.

The materials are now ready for shipping and moved to a designated "finished product - approved" area.                   

COSMETIC CORNER

We launched four new and exciting products at the recent In-Cosmetics Show in Milan. Read on for a brief description of their salient features:

Galanga Extract is a natural extract obtained from the roots of Kaempferia galanga using a proprietary extraction process. The resultant extract composition provides multifaceted benefits in acne fighting formulations. It could also be used in mouth washes & deodorants, moisturizers & face masks and hair care products.

Policosanol is a natural mixture of healthful alcohols extracted from sugarcane wax. The constituents include octacosanol, tetracosanol, hexacosanol, heptacosanol and tricontanol. Its benefits in skin care formulations include acne management support and in facilitating skin smoothness.

TetraWhite™ is a patent pending novel, effective and Biostandardized® ready to use blend for skin care. Actives are Tetrahydrocurcuminoids, Licorice Extract, Galanga Oil, Tetrahydropiperine and Avobenzone. TetraWhite™ exhibits excellent tyrosinase inhibitory activity and demonstrated free radical scavenging activity with UV-protectant properties.

or more information or samples, please write to tasneen@sabinsa.com .

TRADE SHOWS

SupplySide East, Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore MD. : May 6 -7, 2004, Booth # 1335.SCC Suppliers' Day , Meadowlands Convention Center, Secaucus NJ, Booth # 746. Vitafoods, Geneva, Switzerland : May 11-13, 2004, Booth # 561.

PRODUCT ADS

Look for Sabinsa Ads in the following publications: Euro Cosmetics, Cosmetics & Toiletries Magazine, HAPPI Magazine, Soap Perfumery & cosmetics, Functional Foods & Nutraceuticals, Natural Products Insider, Nutrition Industry Executive, Nutritional Outlook and Whole Foods Magazine.