Articles by Eric Munson
![[Extra! Extra!] U.S. Private Label Industry Reaches $282.2 Billion in Sales in 2025](https://niemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ContractPrivate-featuredimage-300x164.jpg)
[Extra! Extra!] U.S. Private Label Industry Reaches $282.2 Billion in Sales in 2025
According to a report from the Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA), in 2025, U.S. sales of private label store brands increased slightly more than $9 billion to a record $282.8 billion in all outlets compared to 2024. Store brand dollar sales increased nearly three times the rate of national brands, climbing by 3.3 percent, compared ...
Trends in Contract Manufacturing
The latest advancements and innovations for contract manufacturers and private labelers. According to Grand View Research, the global dietary supplement contract manufacturing market size is projected to reach $121.2 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6 percent from 2025-2030.1 Contract manufacturers offer international market expertise and support. They can ...
![[Extra! Extra!] BodyBalance for Lean Muscle Support](https://niemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Weight-Management-300x164.jpg)
[Extra! Extra!] BodyBalance for Lean Muscle Support
According to Angie Rimel, marketing communications manager at Gelita USA (Sergeant Bluff, IA), as the conversation around weight management continues to evolve, consumers and product developers are shifting their focus from weight loss to body composition—specifically preserving and building lean muscle while reducing fat mass. “This has become particularly relevant with the growing use of ...
A Treatise on GLP-1s & Metabolic Health
How GLP-1s and metabolic health are influencing weight management and overall health. Weight management remains one of the most important health concerns globally. Consumers are increasingly concerned about physical health and are looking for effective, natural ways to manage their weight. Two of the growing drivers for the category are GLP-1 drugs and metabolic health. ...
![[Extra! Extra!] Veracity Launches Protein Powder Containing MyoVera](https://niemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Muscle-Strength-300x273-1780000352.jpg)
[Extra! Extra!] Veracity Launches Protein Powder Containing MyoVera
Veracity (New York, NY), a brand specializing in science-backed metabolic health solutions, launched Metabolic Power Protein, a doctor-developed, plant-based protein designed to help people build lean, active muscle. It is created for anyone seeking sustainable energy, appetite control and long-term metabolic strength. It fills a critical gap in modern wellness—protein that powers metabolism without compromising ...
Beyond Muscle
Ingredients for strength are now seen as a wellness and longevity metric. According to Rajat Shah, co-founder of India-based Nutriventia, the muscle and strength category has undergone “remarkable transformation.” What started as a domain for bodybuilders and elite athletes has now evolved into a mainstream health priority spanning fitness enthusiasts, aging adults and everyday consumers ...
![[Extra! Extra!] The Upcycling Process for NEM and Ovolux](https://niemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/UpcycledIngredients-294x300-1774892611.jpg)
[Extra! Extra!] The Upcycling Process for NEM and Ovolux
Stratum Nutrition’s (Carthage, MO) NEM and Ovolux are natural ingredients derived from upcycled eggshell membrane collagen. For decades this part of the egg was largely treated as waste despite naturally containing collagen, glycosaminoglycans and other bioactive compounds. “What makes NEM and Ovolux unique is how we’ve built a proprietary process around preserving what nature already ...
What’s Up With Upcycling?
The power of upcycled ingredients for sustainable natural products. Upcycled ingredients are made from food surplus or underutilized parts of crops that would otherwise go to waste. These parts are transformed into valuable products that support sustainability while reclaiming nutrients often missing from modern diets, making them important for both people and the planet. Hannah ...
![[Extra! Extra!] Aker BioMarine Researches Brain and Muscle Health for Longevity](https://niemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AgingWell-300x271-1771953269.jpg)
[Extra! Extra!] Aker BioMarine Researches Brain and Muscle Health for Longevity
Clinical research in the healthy aging area is of interest because consumers are increasingly demanding products that are both safe and credible. Rigorous science helps brands innovate responsibly, ensuring safety and efficacy, which ultimately strengthens brand reputation and loyalty. Two key areas of interest for Aker BioMarine (Norway) are brain and muscle health. “We are ...
Extending Your Healthy Timespan
Science-backed ingredients help maintain health and wellness in an aging world. In a January 2026 report from Innova Market Insights,1 consumers of all ages care more about healthy aging. Older adults, such as Boomers and Generation X, are focusing more on physical and social well-being. Younger generations, such as Millennials and Generation Z, care more ...
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