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Non-GMO Update

by Janet Poveromo | September 9, 2014

In the continuing story of GMOs (genetically modified organisms), a strong trend is the growing concerns among consumers about understanding where their food comes from and under what conditions it was produced. Issues such as sustainability, social justice, environmental responsibility, etc. are moving to the forefront and various forms of third-party certification will likely play ...

Immune Defense

by Carolyn Steber | September 5, 2014

Consumers are becoming more discriminating when it comes to preventive and protective immune health.It’s around this time of year that immune health is on the top of everyone’s minds—cooler months are on the horizon, kids are back to school in germy classrooms, parents are stressed out with new schedules, and everyone is feeling a little ...

Considerations In Contract Manufacturing

by Melissa Kvidahl | September 5, 2014

As brands focus their attention on product development and marketing, contract manufacturers fill in the gaps with facilities and expertise.There’s no question that supplements are in demand and the product landscape is growing as fast as the audience base. “With the rising cost of health care, people are increasingly turning to natural alternatives for what ails ...

Home Grown

by Janet Poveromo | July 21, 2014

A commitment to red, white and blue has suppliers and manufacturers seeing green. Worries about food contamination, water treatment and crop fertilization in other countries, as well as wanting to support family farms and local economies, have led some U.S. consumers to view “Grown in the USA” as a symbol of quality and a way ...

Joint Health For The Young

by Carolyn Steber | July 21, 2014

Traditionally targeting an older audience, the natural joint health market is expanding to meet the needs of a younger generation. Arthritis, a condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints, is the No. 1 cause of disability in the nation, affecting an estimated 50 million U.S. adults. This chronic condition includes more than ...

Functional Beverages

by Melissa Kvidahl | June 25, 2014

From supermarket offerings to health food store mainstays, there’s no question that consumers are shopping with an eye to health. But as the pace of living in America increases by the day, shoppers are finding themselves thirsty for convenience. Look no further than the newest research coming out of Nielsen for proof of this. According ...

Food Safety

by Shari Barbanel | June 25, 2014

The issue of food safety has affected many aspects of the natural products industry. Nutrition Industry Executive (NIE) magazine asked those schooled on the subject to discuss this topic, and offer their thoughts on what the industry can do to make safe products, comply with government regulations and gain the confidence of consumers. The participants ...

Weight Management

by Carolyn Steber | June 25, 2014

According to the World Health Organization, obesity rates have nearly doubled since 1980, with globally 1.8 billion people overweight, and 500 million people obese. In fact, 65 percent of the world’s population lives in countries where overweight and obesity kill more people than underweight, according to Lynda Doyle, vice president, global marketing for New Jersey-based ...

Sweeten Up With Natural Alternatives

by Melissa Kvidahl | May 1, 2014

New FDA regulations will highlight added sugar content on the labels of food and beverages where it can’t be ignored or buried in ingredients lists. Suppliers are responding with sugar substitutes that sweeten the pot in both taste and nutrition. This past February, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced proposed changes to food ...

Beyond Calcium

by Carolyn Steber | May 1, 2014

An aging population is leading the demand for bone health supplements, and manufacturers are meeting this need with ingredients that enhance basic calcium. Manufacturers and ingredient suppliers are working to keep up with the demand for bone health supplements from the ever-growing elderly population. “We believe that the bone health category will continue to grow ...

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