The weight loss market is evolving, spurred by consumer consumption of rapid slim down fads but also the growing understanding that supplementing active lifestyles may be a more sustainable approach to keeping off the pounds.
Natural products manufacturer NOW has reported that dozens of "no name" berberine supplements sold on Amazon and Walmart.com do not meet potency claims on label.
Mounting evidence indicates that consuming certain nutrients together could be more effective than consuming them individually, according to the research team at Athletic Greens.
California-based entrepreneurs Eden Stelmach and Justin Rapoport launched TruHeight to help children reach new heights by providing them with the nutrients they need to stretch their stature.
Scarlett Knight, an Australian nutritionist in training and holistic health coach, says that it was the lack of transparency and quality in the supplement industry that motivated her to launch Alkaline Labs.
Co-founded by longevity expert and Harvard genetics professor Dr. David Sinclair and serial entrepreneur Whitney Casey, Tally Health entered the market earlier this year as a health ally for anyone looking to improve healthspan and increase longevity.
Gadot Biochemical Industries claims to have identified key solutions to the manufacturing challenges involved in the development of magnesium gummies, enabling for the optimisation of flavour, texture, bioavailability, and stability.
Herbal supplement manufacturer Gaia Herbs has partnered with supermodel Gisele Bündchen to inspire and teach consumers about how to kickstart a healthier lifestyle.
Ritual has launched a new melatonin sleep supplement to ease people in and out of sleep with the help of its three-in-one tablet in capsule technology.
ZOA, the company founded in 2021 by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and business partners Dany Garcia, Dave Rienzi and John Shulman, is adding ZOA+ Powder to its portfolio of energy and pre-workout drinks to help ZOA Warriors like themselves supercharge their...
Less than a year ago, FDA told FoodNavigator-USA that it considers TiO2 to be safe, citing available studies that do not demonstrate safety concerns connected to the use of TiO2 as a color additive.
Ingredient manufacturer and distributor Suanfarma USA is betting on two business moves to increase customer loyalty: establishing a new facility in Utah and attaining an organic, Fair Trade certification.
As part of a new campaign to showcase responsible and rigorous practices in the dietary supplement industry, Gaia Herbs has extended an open invitation to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to inspect its operations.
Ingredient supplier Taiyo International is spotlighting findings from a recent study comparing the heightened bioavailability of its SunActive Fe ingredient to other iron fortifiers on the market.
Pre-workout ingredient PeakATP may have extended post-workout effects, according to a recent study reporting cognitive benefits following high-intensity sprint exercise.
Rootine is carving out its space in the precision nutrition market, attracting a membership base of elite athletes and a broader health-conscious public drawn to its customized approach to cellular nutrition.
Herbal extract and ingredient supplier Vidya Herbs has expanded its manufacturing capacity to the U.S. with the opening of its new extraction facility in Bunnell, FL.
Mdrive started with one man’s desire to stay healthy and active as he aged. This man is Gary Kehoe, long-time nutritional product formulator and one of the inventors behind Zicam, who in his thirties and forties started feeling like he was losing his...
Over 85% of melatonin gummy products tested in a new analysis found that the supplements did not contain the levels of melatonin listed on the label, according to researchers at the University of Mississippi and the Cambridge Health Alliance. Industry...
The findings revealed that in order to meet today’s demand, manufacturers have to appeal to both the logical and the emotional sides of consumer consciousness.
In his five decades as an ethnobotanist and herbalist, David Winston has witnessed and participated in the rise of an herbal industry that is much changed from the one he entered.
As consumers continue to prioritize their individual lifestyle needs, Glanbia Nutritionals points to personalized performance as one of the global megatrends to watch in 2023.
Biotech company Double Rainbow has announced commercial-scale biosynthetic production of gastrodin, a natural analgesic that has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.
Botanical extracts in tea format provide unique market opportunities for medicinal herbal infusions, but there are challenges that must be overcome to ensure proper delivery of therapeutic value, say the herbal experts at Traditional Medicinals.
First Milk will manufacture specialist whey protein powder for Arla Foods Ingredients, enabling it to address the growing consumer trend for protein-enriched foods.
Traditional Chinese medicine ingredient supplier Nuherbs is launching a new partnership with Mexican hibiscus growers designed to minimize supply chain issues and carbon footprint.
A new paper by a cadre of experts in the analysis of botanical ingredients has added a valuable resource to quality control in this sector, an expert says.
Sleep-deprived, stressed, and under pressure to perform academically while balancing their newfound freedom, college students are a burgeoning yet underserved market for health and nutrition products, says The Vitamin Shoppe CEO Sharon Leite.
Maryland University of Integrative Health has announced a master’s program designed to produce product formulators to help meet the demand for these positions within the natural products industry.
The European Commission has published recommendations that try to clarify the definition of nanomaterials often used in nutrient delivery systems in nanoenabled foods and beverages.
In an ongoing market surveillance program, supplement manufacturer NOW has revealed a new trick spotted on Amazon to deceive consumers about what a product’s testing results actually mean.
Branded ingredient supplier Taiyo has announced new certifications on its products that will better align them both with new Amazon and Canadian governmental requirements.
Tradichem Industrial Services (TIS) has signed a global licensing agreement with nutraceutical supplier Cellmark Ingredients for distribution of its granular quercetin and granular CoQ10 antioxidants.
The US Federal Trade Commission is proposing an updated set of rules that would attempt to rein in the burgeoning use of phony reviews to hawk products online. They would also work to prevent the suppression of negative reviews
FDA has issued a draft guidance on how to accredit foreign certifying bodies. The document will help clarify a highly technical aspect of the Food Safety and Modernization Act and will remind dietary supplement firms that it’s high time to get their...
Canomiks, a startup that filters genomics data through an A.I. platform to drive ingredient development, has entered into a partnership with KiwiTech LLC, an investment platform that provides ‘support ecosystems’ for growth stage companies.
EFSA has issued a positive opinion about the safety of methyloxolane in food processing, bringing the industry closer to the prospect of a bio-based alternative to petroleum extraction solvents.
The pandemic has changed the mindset of many, with people beginning to value their time more than ever. As a result, people are leaving their jobs in search of more money, more flexibility and more happiness. With millions of workers saying 'I quit'...
DFE Pharma, a multinational manufacturer of excipients, has expanded its Nutroféli portfolio of solutions for the nutraceuticals industry with the addition of a maize starch range.
Michelle Frame may just have the sweetest job in the industry. She is president and founder of Victus Ars, but she prefers the title “Candy Scientist.”
Colgate-Palmolive has partnered with research organisation Verily Life Sciences to conduct a two-year clinical trial investigating the link between oral health and systemic human health conditions, specifically cardiovascular disease and Type II diabetes.
The boom in e-commerce has resulted in what might be a new shift in digital trends as companies use live data to keep their customers—and themselves—on top.