Nutrition Industry Executive
Food Safety
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
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 ...
Continued Enzyme Success
According to Markets and Markets, North America’s specialty enzyme market is known for its niche con- sumer segment and developed technologies. Global industrialization is a major driver behind growing market share for specialty enzyme, but the U.S. is the single largest market for specialty enzymes. “The enzyme market is growing rap- idly and has been for ...
Delicious and Nutritious Gummies
Perfection has been achieved, at least in the eyes of many a supplement consumer: the ability to enjoy a “candy” and know you are giving your body the nutrition it needs to stay healthy. Hans Riegel, Sr., a confectioner from Bonn, Germany, started the Haribo company in 1920. The prototypical “gummi bear” was launched a couple ...
Meeting Meal Replacement Needs
There are plenty of reasons one might skip a regular meal in favor of a meal replacement shake or other food item. They are quick, portable and convenient, and the ones low in calories can help with weight loss or maintenance.“The category has benefited greatly from the increasing pace of today’s society, and as a ...
Innovation Dosage Forms — Delivering Consumer Satisfaction
Companies that bring breakthrough products to market successfully have a special combination of leading edge technology and a keen understanding of what will excite consumers. In the supplement space, we know that at the end of the day, consumers want to feel better. They want to be able to live the kinds of lives that ...
Sweeten Up With Natural Alternatives
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
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 ...
From Field To Extract
Industry leaders Weigh in on the Current state of Botanical Adulteration It is no surprise that there is a problem in the global herb and dietary supplements industry—the persistent availability of adulterated herbs, herbal extracts, essential oils and other plant-derived dietary ingredients. Nutrition Industry Executive (NIE ) asked those schooled on the subject to discuss ...
Plant-based Proteins
A growing market of vegetarians, and those with food sensitivities, are demanding animal-free protein options.The market for plant-based proteins– such as pea, rice, and hemp proteins–is fast expanding as consumers are looking for allergenfree and vegetarian sources of protein. “The market is driven by individuals on restrictive diets who have allergic reactions or sensitivity to ...
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