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Supplier of the Month: HORN Human Nutrition
HORN 16050 Canary Ave. La Mirada, CA 90638 Phone: (800) 442-4676 Website: www.ethorn.com Kevin Salerno, President, HORN Human Nutrition Established in 1961, HORN is North America’s premier distributor of specialty ingredients and raw materials. Its specialized team of technically expert and trained professionals serve dedicated market segments that encompass six distinct distribution business units including ...
Redefining Crisis Communications as “Communicating”, A Marketing Communications Makeover
The term “crisis communications” sounds big and scary. It makes you think of a recall of a dangerous product, FTC (Federal Trade Commission) problems or an attack by an attorney general. It requires preparation and thoughtful, informed handling, and should not be taken lightly. I’ve seen a shift in the impact of communication, however, and ...
Healthy Aging Issues of Interest
The internet and social media are rife with tips on how to age gracefully. Medical and biochemical research continues to fuel excitement and ideas—and of course, resulting products—to help millions of Americans to flourish as they enter golden years. Several supplier executives reveal what they find most compelling about healthy aging science. Aparna Kalidindi, PharmD, ...
All Systems Go!
The healthy aging market continues to evolve, clarify itself and accelerate. As industries evolve, especially those that continue unabated growth in R&D, science and consumer demand, so too does terminology and the products that represent that terminology. Take “healthy aging.” Although this term appears nebulous, that very characteristic allows for product development flexibility that can ...
Palatable for Pets
Considering their sharp sensory skills, development of natural extracts in forms acceptable to pets is the newest trend. The emphasis on pet health has always been high, with more consumers taking that extra step to maintain the good health of their companion animals and protect them from environmental stress. And the pet has a say ...
RIBUS Expands to Pet Supplies, Supplements, Food and Beverage
Last year was a busy year for St. Louis, MO-based RIBUS, Inc., a leader in GMO (genetically modified organism)-free and organic rice-based alternatives to synthetic ingredients. The company expanded into the pet business (both nutrition and treats) and added two new managers and several international distributors. RIBUS achieved double-digit sales growth, with organic products increasing ...
Protein Demands
Innovation drives protein’s appeal to a wider audience. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the value of adding protein to their diet, whether it is related to satiety effects, weight management or a more balanced diet, said Brent Petersen, associate director of research at California-based Glanbia Nutritionals. “Diversification isn’t the only approach we can see ...
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