Articles by Rob Brewster
The 10 Commandments of Product Development
Product development in the dietary supplement space is often described as a race to innovate, but successful products sit at the intersection of science, strategy and execution. Developing and customizing a supplement is not simply about selecting ingredients or following trends; it requires thoughtful planning, informed decision-making, and a long-term view of both the consumer ...
Trends and Advances in Pet Health
From GLP-1 to Master Signaling Molecules—The Next ‘Aha’ in Longevity Science The Hormone Everyone’s Talking About—And What It Means for Pets In human health, GLP-1 has become shorthand for a new class of weight-loss drugs. But in the data, GLP-1 is not a pharmaceutical invention. It’s a naturally occurring hormone that’s been in every mammal ...
Trends in Weight Management & Blood Glucose Support
Metabolic health concerns are driving consumer demand for weight management and blood glucose support. In addition to GLP-1 agonist pharmaceuticals, which are fueling consumer interest in this area, many consumers are opting for natural solutions to manage a healthy weight, address nutrient deficiencies, support muscle strength and maintain healthy blood glucose levels. Additionally, younger consumers ...
Unlocking Digestive Wellness
Sixty to 70 million Americans are affected by digestive concerns, and despite the prevalence, one in three people reported that they would only discuss their gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms if their doctor brought it up first.1 These GI issues have a cost that exceeds $100 billion in direct medical expenses each year.2 So why are people ...
Ingredient Technology for Hyperglycemia
Take a stroll with me into the future: everyone has access to a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). The CGM app will not only provide data on blood glucose levels and the foods causing blood spikes but will also monitor GLP-1 levels. Taking this a step further, now imagine that in addition to these critical data ...
Plant-based Powerhouses: The Technology Behind Citrus Flavonoids
Flavonoids have been zesting up the health category since a Hungarian scientist, Dr. Albert Szent-Györgyi, discovered their phytochemical activity in 1938.1 Flavonoids were first extracted from oranges and were thought to be a new type of vitamin, often referred to as vitamin P. However, further research indicated that flavonoids were not a vitamin, rather, they ...
Developing Stand-out Immune Health Products for a Third of the U.S. Population
How blood sugar levels can impact immune health. Immune health has been, and will most likely be, one of the top reasons consumers seek supplementation. While other categories of supplements may be perceived as situational—sports and joint health products, for example—immune health seems to always be relevant no matter the individual or the time of ...
Spice is the Variety of Life: New Ideas for Developing Custom Formulations
Personalized or precision nutrition focuses on an individual rather than a group of people, and it’s becoming increasingly popular among consumers, health practitioners, and researchers worldwide. It’s reported that the global personalized nutrition and supplements market size was valued at $43.40 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15 percent ...
Multi-faceted Potential for Glucose Ingredients
As 2021 marked the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin,1 science and research have come a long way to help people live longer and aid in the management of blood glucose levels. Still, the proliferation of the issue isn’t over. The number of people with high blood glucose levels continues to rise nationally. It’s ...
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