{"id":8442,"date":"2025-07-03T17:56:02","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T09:56:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/regask.com\/?p=8442"},"modified":"2025-12-12T11:58:32","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T03:58:32","slug":"resumen-regulatorio-prohibiciones-y-restricciones-sobre-suplementos-herbales-incluida-la-ashwagandha-2023-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/regask.com\/es\/regulatory-overview-bans-and-restrictions-on-herbal-supplements-including-ashwagandha-2023-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Panorama normativo: Prohibiciones y restricciones sobre el uso de hierbas\u2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW73508923 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW73508923 BCX0\" data-line-height=\"xs\">This article is based on insights generated by <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW73508923 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/regask.com\/reggenius-pr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-line-height=\"xs\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined MacChromeBold SCXW73508923 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73508923 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">RegGenius<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW73508923 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\" data-line-height=\"xs\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73508923 BCX0\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW73508923 BCX0\">RegASK\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73508923 BCX0\"> AI-<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73508923 BCX0\">driven <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73508923 BCX0\">regulatory intelligence tool.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;max-width:20%;height:1px;background-color:#a5acd9;\"><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"text-786136833\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p>In <strong>April 2023<\/strong>, Denmark became the first European nation to officially ban ashwagandha, immediately requiring all products containing the popular adaptogenic herb to be removed from store shelves. This wasn&#8217;t just another routine regulatory update. Within months, what started as a single-country decision would trigger a domino effect across <a href=\"https:\/\/regask.com\/food-additives-ingredients-banned-europe-eu\/\">Europe<\/a>,\u00a0 forcing supplement companies to completely rethink their strategies.<\/p>\n<p>Between 2023 and 2025, authorities focused not only on ashwagandha but also on kratom, Tongkat Ali, and green tea extracts reflecting heightened safety concerns and stricter consumer protection standards. For companies built on adaptogenic herbs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/neuroscience\/adaptogen\"><sup>[1]<\/sup><\/a> and traditional botanicals, understanding these regulatory shifts isn\u2019t just business intelligence; it\u2019s a survival strategy.<\/p>\n<p>This blog examines the current herbal supplement regulatory landscape, explores which botanicals are at risk, and provides actionable strategies for maintaining compliance in an increasingly complex global market.<br \/>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-786136833 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;max-width:20%;height:1px;background-color:#a5acd9;\"><\/div>\n<h2>The Essentials<\/h2>\n\t<div id=\"text-2359010543\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<ul>\n<li>Europe is imposing bans and restrictions on herbal supplements like ashwagandha, kratom, and green tea extracts due to safety concerns.<\/li>\n<li>Health Supplement companies are facing product recalls, reformulation costs, and complex compliance challenges across different markets.<\/li>\n<li>Industry experts emphasize the need for proactive regulatory intelligence, diversified formulations, and robust safety documentation to stay compliant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-2359010543 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;max-width:20%;height:1px;background-color:#a5acd9;\"><\/div>\n<h2>Table of Contents<\/h2>\n\t<div id=\"text-1595579684\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<ol>\n<li>Which Herbal Supplements Are Under Increased Scrutiny and Why?<\/li>\n<li>The Case of Ashwagandha: Europe\u2019s Fragmented Response<\/li>\n<li>How These Bans Affect Supplement Businesses<\/li>\n<li>What Steps Can You Take to Stay Compliant?<\/li>\n<li>What to Expect Beyond 2025<\/li>\n<li>How RegASK helps navigate Global Regulatory Complexity<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1595579684 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;max-width:20%;height:1px;background-color:#a5acd9;\"><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"text-189664793\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2>Which Herbal Supplements Are Under Increased Scrutiny and Why?<\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-189664793 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-1392507362\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p>The herbal supplement industry is facing unprecedented regulatory pressure as authorities worldwide intensify oversight of products that may pose safety risks. This scrutiny spans multiple issues, from traditional botanicals to products contaminated with undeclared pharmaceutical ingredients. Understanding which supplements are under regulatory review is crucial for manufacturers, distributors, and consumers navigating this evolving landscape.<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. Botanicals Under Regulatory Review in the EU<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the EU, several botanicals are under review for their classification, safety, and permissible use in food supplements:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri,Times New Roman,\uff2d\uff33 \u30b4\u30b7\u30c3\u30af\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) <\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri,Times New Roman,\uff2d\uff33 \u30b4\u30b7\u30c3\u30af\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Melatonin\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri,Times New Roman,\uff2d\uff33 \u30b4\u30b7\u30c3\u30af\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) <\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri,Times New Roman,\uff2d\uff33 \u30b4\u30b7\u30c3\u30af\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Some Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) products<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. Menopause Supplements under Regulatory Lens<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Many women turn to herbal supplements to manage menopause symptoms. The following ingredients, which are under scrutiny, are commonly found in menopause supplements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chaste tree berry (Vitex agnus-castus) <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Red clover (Trifolium pratense) <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Black cohosh (Actaea racemosa) <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Dong quai (Angelica sinensis) <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Maca (Lepidium meyenii)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW261294558 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261294558 BCX0\">Experts have raised concerns about their safety, efficacy, potential for liver harm, and negative interactions with other drugs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261294558 BCX0\">.\u00a0 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261294558 BCX0\">As a result, i<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261294558 BCX0\">ncreased<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261294558 BCX0\">regulatory oversight and growing consumer skepticism are expected for these products.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW261294558 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Supplements Containing Banned Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Regulatory authorities, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsa.gov.sg\/\">Singapore Health Sciences Authority (HSA<\/a>), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/\">U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/health-canada.html\">Health Canada<\/a>, have issued multiple advisories on herbal and health supplements found to contain undeclared or prohibited ingredients, including: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsa.gov.sg\/announcements\/safety-alert\/hsa-updates-on-products-found-overseas-that-contain-potent-ingredients-(march-2025)\"><sup>[2]<\/sup><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsa.gov.sg\/announcements\/press-release\/hsa-alert-four-products-found-to-contain-potent-medicinal-ingredients-including-steroids-and-banned-substance\"><sup>[3]<\/sup><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Steroids (e.g., dexamethasone, prednisolone)\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sibutramine (banned weight loss drug)\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE-5) inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil)\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Diclofenac\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Hydroquinone\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Fluoxetine\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Prasterone (DHEA)\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Methocarbamol\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lidocaine\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Phenolphthalein\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sennosides\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These ingredients have been linked to serious adverse effects, including cardiovascular events, liver damage, kidney disorders, and other health risks. Products containing these substances are subject to recalls, bans, and enforcement actions. Such products pose significant health risks due to undisclosed ingredients and potential drug interactions.<br \/>\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW264135289 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264135289 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">4. Supplements Adulterated with <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264135289 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Undeclared<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264135289 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> Pharmaceuticals<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW264135289 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Global regulators are cracking down on supplements containing undeclared pharmaceutical ingredients, which are often disguised as \u201cnatural\u201d products for sexual enhancement, weight loss, or energy. <strong>Israeli Ministry of Health<\/strong> has issued warnings about hidden substances like <strong>sildenafil, tadalafil,<\/strong> and <strong>levodopa<\/strong>, which can cause serious health risks when taken unknowingly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. <span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW121309534 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW121309534 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Contaminated and Counterfeit Supplements<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW121309534 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Beyond hidden drugs, supplements contaminated with <strong>heavy metals, microbial toxins,<\/strong> or sold as counterfeits remain a major global concern. Regulators are stepping up product testing and import checks to protect consumers and penalize non-compliant brands.<br \/>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1392507362 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1012861840\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1012861840 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-1335123875\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW119505184 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119505184 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 4\" data-line-height=\"s\">The Case of Ashwagandha: Europe&#8217;s Fragmented Response<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1335123875 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-3611157812\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p><em>Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) has become one of the most controversial botanicals in Europe\u2019s supplement market. Driven by consumer interest in stress relief and natural health, the European ashwagandha market\u2019s volume surged by 10.9% between 2019 and 2022, with continued double digit growth forecast through 2030. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbvresearch.com\/europe-ashwagandha-extract-market\/\"><sup>[5]<\/sup><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW22018468 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22018468 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\" data-line-height=\"s\">Why Ashwagandha Became a Regulatory Target<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW22018468 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\" data-line-height=\"s\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3611157812 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1134353185\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1134353185 {\n  padding-top: 10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-2550312618\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p><strong>Ashwagandha&#8217;s popularity proved to be its downfall.<\/strong> As millions turned to ashwagandha for stress relief and anxiety management, regulatory bodies grew concerned about its complex chemical profile. Unlike single molecule drugs, ashwagandha root extract contains dozens of active compounds, including withanolides, making safety assessment challenging. The regulatory tipping point came when adverse event reports surfaced, particularly cases of liver toxicity. While most involved with contaminated products or extreme doses, the damage was done, and European regulators moved into action mode.<br \/>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-2550312618 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover hide-for-small x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_1664791008\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1020\" height=\"693\" src=\"https:\/\/regask.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Europes-Country-by-country-Response_Inforgraphics.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Europe&#039;s Country By Country Response Inforgraphics\" srcset=\"https:\/\/regask.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Europes-Country-by-country-Response_Inforgraphics.png 1137w, https:\/\/regask.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Europes-Country-by-country-Response_Inforgraphics-330x224.png 330w, https:\/\/regask.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Europes-Country-by-country-Response_Inforgraphics-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#image_1664791008 {\n  width: 100%;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1442905203\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1442905203 {\n  padding-top: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-700006447\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h4><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW84536026 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW84536026 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\" data-line-height=\"s\">Europe&#8217;s Country-by-Country Respons<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW84536026 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW84536026 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\" data-line-height=\"s\">e<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Denmark: The Complete Ban (2023)\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Denmark became the first EU country to impose a ban on ashwagandha in food supplements, following a 2020 risk assessment by the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) that raised concerns about hormonal disruption and potential reproductive risks. <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11403136\/\"><sup>[6]<\/sup><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcgill.ca\/oss\/article\/critical-thinking-health-and-nutrition\/why-did-denmark-ban-ashwagandha\"><sup>[7]<\/sup><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) enforced the ban rapidly, requiring products to be withdrawn from the market. This decision had a major impact on supplement companies operating in the Nordic region, with industry groups<em> reporting significant financial losses.<a href=\"https:\/\/olemiss.edu\/news\/2024\/04\/ashwagandha-khan-chittiboyina\/index.html\"><sup>[8]<\/sup><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW114767608 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW114767608 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">United Kingdom: The Wait-and-See Approach<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The UK Food Standards Agency chose a comprehensive review instead of immediate action, requesting extensive industry data on dosage guidelines and safety protocols. While more measured, this created regulatory limbo for manufacturers unable to make long term decisions.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW93067049 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW93067049 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Poland: The Science-Based Solution<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW93067049 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Poland established clear dosage limits instead of outright bans:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ashwagandha root powder: Maximum 3g daily <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitafoodsinsights.com\/regulations\/eu-regulatory-update-on-ashwagandha\"><sup>[9]<\/sup><\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<li>Standardized extracts: Maximum 10mg daily <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutraingredients.com\/Article\/2023\/05\/17\/Growing-concerns-over-safety-of-ashwagandha-in-EU-member-states\/\"><sup>[10]<\/sup><\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Nordic Alliance: Sweden and Finland\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sweden and Finland are actively considering regulatory actions against ashwagandha, primarily referencing Denmark&#8217;s 2020 safety assessment by the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) as justification.<\/p>\n<p><strong>France and Germany: Ongoing Evaluations <em><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11403136\/\"><sup>[11]<\/sup><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcgill.ca\/oss\/article\/critical-thinking-health-and-nutrition\/why-did-denmark-ban-ashwagandha\"><sup>[12]<\/sup><\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In 2024, France\u2019s food safety agency ANSES issued a precautionary warning on ashwagandha supplements, advising vulnerable groups\u2014including pregnant or breastfeeding women, minors, and individuals with thyroid, liver, or heart conditions\u2014to avoid use due to reported adverse effects and limited safety data. This has prompted stricter labeling requirements and calls for enhanced regulatory oversight within France\u2019s health supplement market.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Germany continues to monitor herbal supplements like ashwagandha under its Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR), focusing on safety evaluations and consumer protection, though no formal bans have been enacted.<br \/>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-700006447 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1642405076\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1642405076 {\n  padding-top: 10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-3628220903\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW252761824 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252761824 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\" data-line-height=\"s\">How These Bans Affect Supplement Businesses<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3628220903 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-235845811\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-235845811 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-1329578006\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p><strong>Financial Impact Across the Supply Chain\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The regulatory uncertainty surrounding ashwagandha disrupted the supply chain at multiple levels. Raw material suppliers faced a sharp decline in orders, particularly in markets enforcing restrictions.<\/p>\n<p>Contract manufacturers were forced to reformulate products\u2014often incurring high costs for sourcing alternatives, revalidating formulas, and updating labels. In some cases, companies had to manage product recalls or deal with stockouts due to halted distribution. These challenges highlight the critical need for companies to monitor the regulatory environment closely and develop forward-looking strategies to protect business continuity and minimize financial risk. <em><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11403136\/\"><sup>[6]<\/sup><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcgill.ca\/oss\/article\/critical-thinking-health-and-nutrition\/why-did-denmark-ban-ashwagandha\"><sup>[7]<\/sup><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitafoodsinsights.com\/regulations\/eu-regulatory-update-on-ashwagandha\"><sup>[9]<\/sup><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Compliance Nightmare\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Managing ashwagandha regulation across multiple European markets has become a full-time challenge for supplement companies. Businesses now often need different formulations and labels. As reported by NutraIngredients <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutraingredients.com\/Article\/2023\/05\/17\/Growing-concerns-over-safety-of-ashwagandha-in-EU-member-states\/\"><sup>[10]<\/sup><\/a><\/em>, industry leaders describe the complexity of navigating divergent national regulations as &#8220;a logistical nightmare,&#8221; with some companies forced to manage multiple product versions for different markets.<\/p>\n<p>One regulatory affairs executive at a leading supplement company explained, &#8220;We went from managing one European formula to juggling eight different versions. The complexity alone nearly broke our operations team.&#8221;<br \/>\n(Industry interview, 2025)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brand Trust and Consumer Confusion\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Perhaps most damaging was the impact on consumer confidence. Shoppers accustomed to buying ashwagandha online suddenly faced conflicting information about safety. Social media was filled with confused customers asking, &#8220;Is Ashwagandha safe?&#8221; and &#8220;Why is Ashwagandha banned?&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Companies invested heavily in consumer education, explaining the difference between quality standardized ashwagandha extract and potentially problematic products. Those with USP-verified ashwagandha and NSF-certified ashwagandha products found themselves with a competitive advantage.<br \/>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1329578006 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-3522530976\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2 data-line-height=\"s\">What Steps Can You Take to Stay Compliant?<\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3522530976 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-357342307\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-357342307 {\n  padding-top: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-4055624752\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p><strong>1. Build Bulletproof Documentation: RegASK Guidebooks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In a climate of increasing regulatory scrutiny, documentation isn\u2019t just a formality; it\u2019s your first line of defense. The most resilient companies go beyond compiling existing studies; they develop strategic dossiers that anticipate regulatory concerns.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/regask.com\/decentralized-clinical-trials-guidebooks\/#:~:text=To%20help%20sponsors%20and%20CROs%20overcome%20the%20challenges%2C,deep%20dive%20into%20DCT%20elements%20and%20their%20nuances.\">RegASK Guidebooks<\/a><\/strong> expertly validates safety and compliance packages built to meet global standards. Whether you&#8217;re addressing toxicological risks, dosage thresholds, or usage restrictions, these guidebooks are designed to preempt objections, not react to them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Leverage Proactive Regulatory Intelligence<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Waiting for a ban to appear in a trade publication is no longer a viable strategy. The companies that stayed ahead of the curve used <strong>AI-driven regulatory intelligence<\/strong> to monitor emerging global risks in real time.<\/p>\n<p>Using solutions like RegASK helps identify shifting regulatory sentiment before formal restrictions are enacted. This provides time to explore formulation and label adjustments, pivot market strategies, or engage regulators early. Such foresight helps companies maintain access to key markets and seize opportunities in regions with more favorable regulatory climates.<\/p>\n<p>Being proactive doesn&#8217;t just ensure compliance; it unlocks <em>competitive timing advantages<\/em> in increasingly fragmented regulatory environments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Adopt Ingredient Diversification Strategies<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Over reliance on a single hero ingredient can quickly become a liability. When ingredients like ashwagandha faced bans or strict dosage caps, companies that had diversified their formulations were able to adapt while mono-ingredient brands were left scrambling.<\/p>\n<p>Forward looking teams blend ashwagandha with rhodiola, magnesium, or other adaptogens to develop formulations that are not only effective but regulatory resilient. <strong>RegASK\u2019s regulatory intelligence can guide you in identifying compliant ingredient alternatives<\/strong> tailored to your market and category.<\/p>\n<p>Ingredient diversification isn\u2019t just a safety net; it\u2019s a product innovation strategy powered by regulatory foresight.<br \/>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-4055624752 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1957496806\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1957496806 {\n  padding-top: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-3015603997\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW254505996 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW254505996 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\" data-line-height=\"s\">What to Expect Beyond 2025<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3015603997 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1583247825\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1583247825 {\n  padding-top: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-3498433474\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As global scrutiny around herbal supplements intensifies, companies must prepare for a more structured and data-driven regulatory future. Three key trends will define the post 2025 landscape.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Global harmonization is accelerating.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> While botanical regulations remain fragmented today, initiatives like the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mtci.bvsalud.org\/en\/who-convenes-first-high-level-global-summit-on-traditional-medicine-to-explore-evidence-base-opportunities-to-accelerate-health-for-all-2\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>WHO\u2019s Traditional Medicine Strategy<\/strong><\/span><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<em><a href=\"https:\/\/mtci.bvsalud.org\/en\/who-convenes-first-high-level-global-summit-on-traditional-medicine-to-explore-evidence-base-opportunities-to-accelerate-health-for-all-2\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"><sup>[13]<\/sup><\/a><\/em>\u00a0<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">signal a shift toward unified safety standards. For global brands, short term complexity persists, but the path to simplified compliance is emerging.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">AI-driven compliance is becoming the industry norm.<\/span><\/b> <span data-contrast=\"none\">Modern regulatory teams are turning to solutions like RegASK to anticipate changes, map ingredient risks, and streamline workflows to help eliminate guesswork from global compliance.<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Evidence-based claims are required.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Authorities are tightening restrictions on unsupported health claims. Success will depend on clinical validation, transparency, and the ability to adapt quickly to new claims substantiation requirements by <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">understanding local regulations and processes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Looking ahead, compliance isn\u2019t just about keeping up; it\u2019s about staying ahead. The winners will be those who treat regulatory agility as a core business strategy.<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3498433474 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-811624233\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-811624233 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-3108651018\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW21471145 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW21471145 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">How <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SpellingErrorHighlight SCXW21471145 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">RegASK<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW21471145 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\"> helps navigate<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW21471145 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW21471145 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Global Regulatory Complexity<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3108651018 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-3907090525\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">RegASK simplifies regulatory decision making with an AI-driven solution that delivers timely insights, smart documentation, and workflow orchestration. From identifying risk ingredients to managing compliance across regions, RegASK empowers regulatory teams to act faster, mitigate risks timely, and stay ahead of change; globally and on a scale.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ready to future-proof your compliance strategy?<\/span><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/regask.com\/book-a-demo\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Book a demo<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to see how RegASK can help you navigate regulatory complexity with confidence.<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3907090525 {\n  text-align: left;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;max-width:20%;height:1px;background-color:#a5acd9;\"><\/div>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><b style=\"color: #333333;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why did Denmark ban Ashwagandha? <\/span><\/b><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Denmark banned Ashwagandha in 2023 after a risk assessment highlighted potential hormonal disruption and reproductive safety concerns. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration required all Ashwagandha containing products to be withdrawn from the market to protect public health.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Which other herbal supplements are facing increased scrutiny in Europe? <\/span><\/b>Besides Ashwagandha, several herbal supplements are under regulatory review in Europe, including kratom, green tea extracts, chaste tree berry, red clover, black cohosh, and Dong quai. Authorities are assessing their safety, potential liver toxicity, and <span style=\"color: #555555;\" data-contrast=\"auto\">possible interactions<\/span><span style=\"color: #555555;\" data-contrast=\"auto\"> with medications, which may lead to stricter regulations or bans.<\/span><span style=\"color: #555555;\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How do these bans affect global supplement companies? <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Global bans create significant operational challenges\u00a0including product recalls, reformulation costs, country specific compliance requirements, and loss of consumer trust. Many companies are adopting regulatory intelligence platforms to proactively monitor and manage these risks.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How can companies future-proof against changing herbal supplement regulations? <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Companies should invest in comprehensive safety documentation, AI-driven regulatory intelligence, diversified ingredient portfolios, and evidence-based clinical research. Platforms like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/regask.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"> RegASK<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> help businesses anticipate regulatory shifts and maintain market access globally.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;max-width:20%;height:1px;background-color:#a5acd9;\"><\/div>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">References and Citations<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/neuroscience\/adaptogen\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">sciencedirect.com &#8211; Adaptogen<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsa.gov.sg\/announcements\/safety-alert\/hsa-updates-on-products-found-overseas-that-contain-potent-ingredients-(march-2025)\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">hsa.gov.sg &#8211; HSA updates on products found overseas that contain potent ingredients (March 2025)<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsa.gov.sg\/announcements\/press-release\/hsa-alert-four-products-found-to-contain-potent-medicinal-ingredients-including-steroids-and-banned-substance\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">hsa.gov.sg &#8211; HSA Alert: Four Products Found To Contain Potent Medicinal Ingredients Including Steroids And Banned Substance; Four Consumers Had Adverse Effects After Consuming Three Of The Products<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.il\/en\/pages\/falsified-food-supplements-products\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">gov.il &#8211; Counterfeit &#8220;Natural&#8221; Products<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbvresearch.com\/europe-ashwagandha-extract-market\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">kbvresearch.com &#8211; europe-ashwagandha-extract-market<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11403136\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov &#8211;\u00a0 Danish ban on Ashwagandha: Truth, evidence, ethics, and regulations<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcgill.ca\/oss\/article\/critical-thinking-health-and-nutrition\/why-did-denmark-ban-ashwagandha\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">mcgill.ca &#8211; Why did Denmark ban Ashwagandha?<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/olemiss.edu\/news\/2024\/04\/ashwagandha-khan-chittiboyina\/index.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">olemiss.edu &#8211; ashwagandha-khan-chittiboyina<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitafoodsinsights.com\/regulations\/eu-regulatory-update-on-ashwagandha\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">vitafoodsinsights.com &#8211; EU regulatory update on ashwagandha<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutraingredients.com\/Article\/2023\/05\/17\/Growing-concerns-over-safety-of-ashwagandha-in-EU-member-states\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">nutraingredients.com &#8211; Growing concerns over safety of ashwagandha in EU member states<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/foodcomplianceinternational.com\/industry-insight\/news\/4439-france-issues-opinion-on-the-potential-adverse-effects-of-ashwagandha\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">foodcomplianceinternational \u2013 France issues opinion on the potential adverse effects of Ashwagandha<\/span><\/a> <span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bfr.bund.de\/cm\/349\/ashwagandha-food-supplements-with-potential-health-risks.pdf?\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">.bfr.bund.de &#8211; Ashwagandha: food supplements with potential health risks<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mtci.bvsalud.org\/en\/who-convenes-first-high-level-global-summit-on-traditional-medicine-to-explore-evidence-base-opportunities-to-accelerate-health-for-all-2\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">mtci.bvsalud.org &#8211; WHO convenes first high-level global summit on traditional medicine to explore evidence base, opportunities to accelerate health for all<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This article is based on insights generated by RegGenius, RegASK\u2019s AI-driven regulatory intelligence tool. The Essentials Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Why did Denmark ban Ashwagandha? Denmark banned Ashwagandha in 2023 after a risk assessment highlighted potential hormonal disruption and reproductive safety concerns. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration required all Ashwagandha containing&#8230;<\/p>","protected":false},"author":32,"featured_media":8443,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[529,1,26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8442","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-europe","category-blogs","category-food-and-beverage-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Restrictions on Herbal Supplements including Ashwagandha | RegASK<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Europe is banning herbal supplements like ashwagandha and kratom due to safety concerns. 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