Smilax Scobinicaulis (Laxogenin)
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Undecided
- Category
- dietetic foods, food supplements and fortified foods
- Hazard
- Smilax scobinicaulis (laxogenin) - {GMO / novel food}
- Origin
- unknown origin
- Notifier
- Sweden
What is this? This is about a plant called Smilax scobinicaulis. It may be used in food supplements.
What's happening? Sweden told the EU about this plant in food supplements. They are not sure if it is safe.
Does this affect me? If you use food supplements with this plant, you might be affected.
What should I do? Stop using the supplement. Ask your pharmacist or doctor before using it again.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Undecided · Category: dietetic foods, food supplements and fortified foods · Hazard: Smilax scobinicaulis (laxogenin) - {GMO / novel food} · Origin: unknown origin · Notifier: Sweden
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