The Alliance for Natural Health International (ANH International) is a non-governmental organization actively engaged in lobbying at the European Union level. It first registered in the EU Transparency Register on 8 November 2016 under the identification number 951327124402-20. ANH International works primarily to influence EU policy and legislation related to natural health, nutrition, and complementary and alternative medicine. The organization advocates for consumer access to natural and sustainable health products, as well as regulatory frameworks that support innovation and safety in these sectors. ANH International positions itself internationally but operates closely within EU institutions to ensure the recognition and integration of natural health perspectives into public health policies.
The lobbying activities of ANH International cover a broad range of interests including food supplements, herbal medicines, vitamins, minerals, and other natural health products. Its goal is to impact legislation that could affect the availability, safety standards, and commercialization of natural health products across member states. ANH International also aims to facilitate dialogue between stakeholders such as manufacturers, health practitioners, and policymakers.
ANH International is registered under specific lobbying categories, typically related to health, food safety, consumer protection, and sustainable development, reflecting its multidisciplinary approach to natural health advocacy. Through its involvement in EU expert groups, consultations, and committees, ANH International strives to represent and promote the interests of natural health producers and consumers.
Financially, since its registration in the transparency register, ANH International allocates its resources toward lobbying efforts, including participation in meetings, producing policy papers, and networking with allied organizations. This is documented annually in the Transparency Register’s financial disclosures, which provide transparency on amounts spent targeting EU policy influence.
Since its registration, ANH International has established networking links with various organizations sharing similar goals in natural health and sustainability advocacy, further amplifying its lobbying impact. The organization engages with EU bodies including the European Commission, European Parliament, and other regulatory agencies to influence policy outcomes effectively.
