IFT Wellness 2013 as it happened

IFT Wellness 2013 brings together industry experts, leading academics, and IFT members for presentations and discussions of the latest research and consumer insights on the booming health and wellness sector...

Dispatches from the 6th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition

Should vegans and vegetarians take supplements of EPA and DHA omega-3s?

If they don’t eat fish, vegans and vegetarians get very little EPA and DHA, the long chain omega-3 fatty acids we are told are key for maintaining cardiovascular and cognitive...

Former homeopathic remedies find success as dietary supplements

Rebranding products from homeopathic remedies to dietary supplements has helped one California entrepreneur boost sales by more than 80%.

Organic sector pinched by GMO tainting in seed and feed, Organic Valley CEO says

Organic Valley recently announced a plan to distribute more than $1 million in grants to fund research, education and advocacy on the production of organic foods.  The grants have long...

Omega-3 supplements could prevent skin cancer: Study

Consumption of omega-3 rich fish oils could help to protect against skin cancer, according to new findings from the UK.

Excess vitamin D in pregnancy may lead to food allergies: Study

Consumption of high doses of vitamin D supplements during pregnancy may raise the risk of children developing food allergies after birth, says research.

Unilever & Nestlé tell Oxfam to bring other stakeholders to food ethics table

Unilever and Nestlé say Oxfam missed an opportunity for a wider and more comprehensive debate about food ethics after the NGO published a damning report on the supply chains of...

Nestlé buys Louisiana depression food firm

Nestlé has bought its second brain health-focused medical foods start-up in eight months after snaffling Red River Pharma-owned Pamlab which makes high-dose vitamin supplements targeting depression, diabetes and Alzheimer’s.

Canadian supplement firm cements values with B Corp certification

Genuine Health, a Toronto-based developer and marketer of dietary supplements, has achieved B Corp status, the company announced recently.  This designation as a “benefit corporation” is not just a statement of values,...

BLIS-K12’s oral health benefits get support from 2 clinical trials

Supplements containing the probiotic BLIS K12 ingredient may reduce the reoccurrence of throat infections and tonsillitis by up to 90%, according to data from new clinical trials from Italy.

MLM model increases meal replacement compliance, Qivana's new chief science officer says

Donald Layman has taken on the position of chief scientific officer with Provo, UT-based supplment manufacturer Qivana, cementing a relationship that began when the company developed a line of meal...

Special edition: New trends in weight management

Is 2013 the year that CLA breaks through in foods and beverages in the US?

After years of relative success in the supplement zone, and a couple of small scale food and beverage launches, 2013 promises to be a ‘breakthrough’ year for CLA (conjugated linoleic...

Dispatches from the 6th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition

Mediterranean diet cuts heart disease risk by 30%: 'Landmark’ study provides compelling evidence that it’s the type, not the level of fat, that counts for cardio health

People following an energy unrestricted plant-based diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts can reduce their risk of a major cardiovascular event by 30% compared with people following a...

Low-dose L-carnitine can yield weight loss (in motivated overweight individuals): Study

A daily dose of 500mg of L-carnitine coupled with motivation training can help weight loss in overweight individuals, according to a Lonza-sponsored pilot study.

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Albion aims for ‘distinct advantage in product development’ with new Cell Biology lab

Albion Human Nutrition has opened a new Cell Biology Laboratory to allow researchers to rapidly gather data and give the company a distinct advantage in product development and comparative studies.

Nutrition 2.0: ‘Closer than you think’ and a ‘tremendous technical and business opportunity’

‘Tremendous opportunities’ await the nutrition industry as it embarks upon a modernized scientific approach to address nutrition, health/wellness and aging, says the Chief Executive Officer of a Silicon Valley company...

NPA, CRN: USPSTF’s vitamin D, calcium advice could be harmful to women at risk of fractures

Controversial new recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) for vitamin D and calcium could create confusion among consumers and ‘compromise their bone health’, say the Council for...

Chromadex sells BluScience retail supplement line to Canadian marketing firm

Chromadex has announced the sale of its BluScience retail line of supplements to NeutriSci International, a private nutraceutical and cosmetic product marketing and brand development firm based in Calgary, Alberta.

Maternal omega-3 supplements reduce preterm birth risk: Study

Prenatal supplementation with the omega-3 fatty acid DHA may help to cut the risk of preterm and low birth weight babies, says new study data.

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Cyanotech, 21st Century HealthCare & FoodState join UNPA ranks

The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has three new member companies:  Cyanotech, 21st Century HealthCare & FoodState Inc.

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Horphag named American Botanical Council's Tyler Award recipient

The American Botanical Council has announced Pycnogenol producer Horphag Research as the recipient of its annual Varro E. Tyler Commercial Investment in Phytomedicinal Research Award.

GOED: Pharma is important for omega-3 but growing slowly

Pharmaceutical omega-3 products are important but will grow more slowly than some expect because of the long timeframe for drug approval, says the chief of the Global Organisation for EPA...

Peanut indictments show there's a new sheriff in town, lawyer says

Former officials of a peanut company have been indicted in criminal court on charges of food violations, mail fraud and conspiracy.  The indictments are not a surprise, said a prominent...

Thorne gets access to huge herbal database via joint venture

Thorne Research has announced a partnership with Herbal Science Group that gives Thorne access to HSG’s extensive herbal science database, the companies announced recently.

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EuroPharma partners with BBB to promote trust

EuroPharma, Inc., has joined the Council of Better Business Bureaus National Partner Program to promote trust between businesses and consumers.

Kamut International: ‘We believe our ancient wheat can become a culture and not a fad’

With some of the nation’s biggest organic brands already among its customers, Kamut International is anticipating even more growth as it expands the science behind its ancient grain to target...

GoodBelly re-ups with Probi because its probiotic 'just works'

NextFoods, maker of the GoodBelly line of probiotic drinks, and Swedish supplier Probi have extended a supply agreement, the companies announced.

Herbalife posts record financials, despite ‘unprecedented, untrue and unfair attacks’

Herbalife Inc. – the third-biggest network marketing company – has recorded a record fourth quarter 2012 and record full year results.

Fish oil supply crisis forces omega-3 price hike at DSM

DSM’s bulging lipid business has bumped fish-sourced omega-3 oil prices 15% as crude fish oil stock prices skyrocket in the face of increasing demands on global fisheries.

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ABC announces James A. Duke Excellence in Botanical Literature Award recipients

‘Medicinal Plants and the Legacy of Richard E. Schultes’ and ‘Smoke Signals: A Social History of Marijuana’ are this year’s recipients of the American Botanical Council’s (ABC) James A. Duke...

Special edition: Omega-3 (Editor's blog)

How high can high-end omega-3 go?

Just got off the phone to Ola Snove, the new(ish) CEO of Aker part-owned Norwegian omega-3 specialist Epax. Wanted to know his view on high-end omega-3 prospects that have attracted...

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Battle of the omega-3 forms: Triglycerides, ethyl esters, or phospholipids?

As the number of omega-3 sources in the market increases, including fish, krill, squid, algae, and plant, suppliers are increasingly using the omega-3 form to differentiate their products. But where...

Special edition: Omega-3s

Marine omega-3 sources are clearing sustainability bar—so far

Fish oil, an ingredient with a 150-year plus history as a nutraceutical, continues to be the mainstay of the world’s supply of omega-3s.  But, with all of the questions hovering...

ABC honors ‘Godmother of American Herbalism’ with 1st Mark Blumenthal Herbal Community Builder Award

Renowned herbalist, teacher, and author Rosemary Gladstar has been named the recipient of the American Botanical Council’s first Mark Blumenthal Herbal Community Builder Award.

Lallemand hits health claims home run with five Canadian approvals

Probiotics supplier Lallemand has announced a big regulatory win:  Canadian authorities have approved health claims on five of its probiotic formulas. 

Special edition: Omega-3

Finding the sweet spot in the algal omega-3 market

Most experts say we have barely scratched the surface when it comes to exploring the commercial potential of microalgae. But who is best-placed to translate this promise into hard cash...

Oregon lawmaker plans to introduce federal GMO labeling bill

Rep. Peter DeFazio, D-OR is working on a bill that would make the labeling of foods containing genetically modified organisms a matter of federal law, a spokesperson confirmed yesterday. If...

FDA is regulating red yeast rice manufacturers, say ABC & NPA, as scientists question safety and labels

Oregon State University researchers claim that the US Food and Drug Administration is not regulating manufacturers of supplements containing red yeast rice, claims that have been flatly rejected by the...

Special edition: Omega-3

Finished product fortification: Tackling the challenges of omega-3 in processed foods

Omega-3 is the undisputed champion of the supplement and health food world. Yet its translation into everyday food products is slow and challenging because of the complex interactions that need...

Capol CEO: Supplements will be a second business pillar for growth

German confectionery coatings firm Capol plans to venture into the supplements sector to establish a second business pillar for growth and gain technological knowledge, its CEO says.

Nutrition cluster holds but DSM profits slide 27% as recession bites

Royal DSM saw 2012 EBIT (operating) profits fall 27% to €635m from €866m in 2011 – but the human and animal nutrition business it has invested €2.4bn in since 2010 added 6% in profit.

EnWave vacuum technology boosts functional ingredient content of dried fruit

In a technology demonstration, EnWave, based in Vancouver, BC, has used its used its proprietary Radiant Energy Vacuum dehydration technology to enrich dried fruit  with the enzyme B-galactosidase; an enzyme responsible...

InterHealth: Lowat herbal formulation may help shed 9 pounds in 8 weeks

A novel herbal formulation called Lowat may increase levels of a satiety hormone by 17% and help consumers’ weight management efforts, says a new study.

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ABC honors Chinese professor with Farnsworth award

The American Botanical Council has given its annual ABC Norman R. Farnsworth Excellence in Botanical Research Award  to professor De-an Guo, PhD, of Shanghai, China.

Ilwha partners with RFI Ingredients to further develop signature ginseng extract

Ilwha NA Inc., the American arm of the Korean ginseng supplier, has partnered with RFI Ingredients to commercialize its GS15-4 ingredient, the companies announced yesterday.

‘Mini gut’ technology aims to make probiotic research more efficient and cheaper, says TNO

A new technology that utilises intestinal stem cells to grown mini gut structures in the lab promises to help probiotic researchers achieve efficient and cost effective research, according to TNO.

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BI gets NSF certification for East Coast facility

BI Nutraceuticals' has received SQF 2000 (Safe Quality Food) certificate from NSF for its East Coast facility located in Islandia, NY, as the company continues to assure customers of its...

Noncompliant use of testimonials remains durable feature of supplements business

Regulations regarding how dietary supplement manufacturers can use testimonials to market their products have been on the books for many years now.  But judging from recent warning letters and enforcement...

Blueberries may protect DNA from damage: Human data

Consuming blueberries may protect DNA from damage related to oxidative stress, suggests new research from Italy, but the fruit’s role in vascular function still needs additional study.

Could multivitamins boost well-being and energy levels?

Daily consumption of a multivitamin may boost consumers’ perception of mood and energy levels, says a new study from Australia.

Is curcumin the next omega-3? Sabinsa expects so with ‘game changing’ Curcumin C3 Reduct

The final stumbling blocks for the wide use of curcumin have been removed, claims Sabinsa as it launches its ‘next generation’ of curcuminoids offering ‘greater potency, stability and much better...

‘Second generation’ prebiotic shows potential against metabolic syndrome

Daily supplements of a novel mixture of prebiotic galacto-oligosaccharides may boost gut health and immune function and help reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome, UK researchers report.

Burcon: We’re encouraged by overall market conditions for protein

Launching high quality protein ingredients is ‘timely’ as the world seeks out sustainable, plant-based protein, said the COO of Burcon, as the Canadian protein specialist records its first revenues in...

UK venture capitalists eye expansion at Israeli antioxidant specialists

Southern Israel-based algae-sourced astanxanthin specialists Algatechnologies has won investment from a UK venture capitalist in a move that will broaden its capacity, R&D and distribution scope for the eye and...

USPlabs slapped with warning letter over drug claims, GMP failures

USPlabs, the maker of the DMAA-containing sports supplement Jack3d, has received a warning letter over drug claim violations and GMP deficiencies, the Food and Drug Administration confirmed Friday.

FDA seizes supplements over sibutramine tainting, disease claims

FDA seized tainted dietary supplement products from a Florida company called Globe All Wellness, the agency said Friday.

Make use of deadline extension to comment on FSMA rules, consultant urges industry

Food consultant Ben England is urging food producers and importers to comment on two proposed rules issued by FDA under FSMA, and the agency has just made that easier by...

Vitamin C may protect marathon runners from colds, but what about the rest of us?

Daily supplements of vitamin C may reduce the risk of developing common cold for marathon runners by 50%, but there is little evidence that it helps the rest of us,...

Bluewave: Hydrolyzed fish protein set for US sports nutrition splash

New sports nutrition product launches containing a new hydrolyzed fish protein are imminent, says Bluewave Marine Ingredients as it brings its branded AminoMarine ingredient to market.

Alliance formed to foster natural products development in North Carolina

An assortment of nonprofit  groups has formed the Natural Products Alliance of North Carolina, an official with the group said. The alliance will help regional companies grow, formulate, test, make,...

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NPA Awards: ODS’ Dr Paul Coates, ABC’s Mark Blumenthal, and Country Vitamins’ Pat Sardell among the winners

The Natural Products Association has announced the winners to its 20th Annual NPA Awards for outstanding individuals and businesses that have made valuable contributions to the success of the natural products...

Social media push, discounting to drive GNC in 2013, CEO says

GNC is pushing strongly ahead with a social media marketing campaign to further expand its “unique customer base” said CEO Joe Fortunato in the company’s fourth quarter earnings call. ...

Study ‘leaves little doubt’ about Pycnogenol’s benefits for menopause symptoms

Daily supplements of extracts from the bark of French Maritime Pine may help reduce the symptoms of the menopause like hot flashes and night sweats, says a new study.

FDA sends more GMP-related warning letters to four dietary supplement manufacturers

Four dietary supplements have received independent warning letters from the Food and Drug Administration for alleged GMP violations, as the agency maintains its focus on compliance.

Gatorade G Series Fit failed because it offered 'entry level products to advanced users at high prices’, says Euromonitor

Growth in the US sports nutrition market has been pretty explosive in recent years, but the failure of high profile launches such as PepsiCo’s Gatorade G Series Fit range shows...

Natural products can equal drug effects, but the odds are low say researchers

Certain combinations of natural products can be as effective as man-made drugs in acting against specific diseases. But the chances of finding an effective combination could be as low as...

'Provocative': Prenatal folic acid supplements linked to lower risk of autism for kids

Maternal use of supplemental folic acid from 4 weeks before to 8 weeks after the start of pregnancy was associated with a lower risk of autistic disorder in children, says...

Cyanotech posts record sales, marred only by production issues, legal fees

Microalgae producer Cyanotech recorded a record $7.2 million in sales in the third quarter, an 8% rise year-over-year. Net income declined, however, coming at at $607,000 compared to $1.1 million a year earlier.

M&A numbers down, but value of deals is up, investment group says

Nutrition Capital Network noted a record 247 deals in the health and wellness sector in 2012.  Within that number, the group noted a decline in the number of M&A deals...

Elevated calcium intakes double risk of heart disease death in women: BMJ Study

A high intake of calcium from both food and supplements is associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality and death from heart disease in women, reports a new study.

Acquisition happy: Naturex 2012 sales up 18.1% in 2012 ; Raisio improves 5.7%

Two leading European ingredients suppliers have bucked hard economic times to post strong results for 2012, with French botanical extracts specialist, Naturex, and Finish agriculture, ingredients and brand owner, Raisio,...

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Be flattered, not threatened, by increased medical scrutiny of products

The dietary supplements industry should be encouraged and not threatened by increased scrutiny of its products by the mainstream medical community, because it means they are taking the products – and...

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ISSN position statement on HMB for sports nutrition

The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) has issued a position paper for the use of beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) as a nutritional supplement.

Blends, probiotics and enzymes: Experts discuss the future of protein for sports nutrition

Protein blends will become increasingly prevalent in sports nutrition products, but the science needs to catch up to the possibilities, according to industry experts.

Distribution deal puts Creagri's hydroxytyrosol into practitioner channel

Creagri Inc. has entered the practitioner channel with a distribution deal with NewWave Biosciences, the company announced recently.  The deal covers Creagri’s Olivenol plus olive fruit extracts.

Omega-3 and vitamin D may help clear Alzheimer's plaques

Researchers have pinpointed the mechanism behind vitamin D3 and omega-3’s ability to enhance the immune system's ability to clear the brain of amyloid plaques that are associated with Alzheimer's Disease....

Vitamin D content of supplements ‘varies widely’, says new analysis

The vitamin D content of over-the counter and compounded supplements differs widely, says a new research letter in JAMA Internal Medicine that calls for ‘more regulation of dietary supplements’....

EU fisheries 'discard ban' can help meet booming omega-3 oil demand: IFFO

Banning European fisherman from throwing away unintended catches and fillet waste can provide a significant boost to fish oil and fish meal supplies, says a global marine ingredients group.

Moringa supplement launch signals market uptick for superfood ingredient

Organic India, a manufacturer of teas and supplements, is launching a line of organic, single-ingredient moringa  supplements at the Expo West trade show in March.  Could this be a signal...

Zinc may help battle infections by moderating immune responses, study suggests

The mechanism behind zinc's reported ability to help fight off infections may lie in its ability to kick start and shut off immune pathways, say researchers.

Cranberry compounds show potential for blood sugar management strategies

Tannin compounds from cranberries and pomegranate may slow the digestion of starch and offer specific dietary approaches to control blood sugar levels, suggests a new study.

Lawsuit against dendrobium-containing supplement dismissed

 Driven Sports, maker of the preworkout supplement Craze, announced that a class action lawsuit against the product has been dismissed.

New technologies and academic collaborations will drive evidence and market growth for probiotics

Greater collaboration from both within the industry, and between industry and academics, will help to drive forward promising scientific developments in probiotics, according to experts at Probiotech and Microbiota 2013.

ABC article puts another nail in DMAA's coffin

The studies that claim to have found DMAA present in geranium are suspect both because of where they were published–in an open-access, pay-for-publication journal–and because of problems with the studies...

Soy-based S-equol supplement shows heart health benefits for obese

A newly developed fermented soy germ-based nutritional supplement delivering S-equol may boost heart health by reducing LDL cholesterol in overweight & obese people, says a new study.

Yeast beta-glucan shows benefits for stressed women

Supplements of the beta-glucan based ingredient Wellmune WGP may help stressed women stay healthy by reducing coughs and colds, says a new study.

Acquisitions insulate Ingredion from HFCS price swings

Acquisitions have helped Ingredion insulate itself from price swings on high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), according to a company official during the company’s fourth quarter earnings call.

New law would enable firms to avoid legal threats and hefty fines if they correct Prop 65 violations within 14 days

A proposal to allow recipients of Proposition 65 notices to avoid legal threats and hefty fines if they correct violations within 14 days has been introduced to the California State Assembly.

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InterHealth’s UC-II ‘safe and effective’ for supporting joint health

Supplements of InterHealth Nutraceuticals undenatured type II collagen UC-II may improve joint flexibility as assessed by knee extension, compared to placebo, says a new study.

Distributor offers only quercetin with GRAS status, official says

Novel Ingredients Services is now distributing what the company calls “the best quercetin available” after an agreement with manufacturer Quercegyn Pharmaceuticals.  Continued growth in the sports nutrition market should boost application of...

Isoflavone supplements may reduce breast cancer risk

Women taking supplements containing isoflavones may have a lower risk of breast cancer, with high content supplements consistently linked with reduced risk, says a new analysis from Canada.

Global sports nutrition market to top $6 billion by 2018, report says

Revamped, more complete product lines that are connecting with new customers are driving growth in the sports nutrition market, according to a new report.

Regular consumption of vitamin C supplements linked to kidney stones risk: Study

Men who regularly take vitamin C supplements are at a higher risk of developing kidney stones, new data suggests.

Dangerous drug-laced ‘Brazilian slimming coffee’ brand still sold in US

Despite a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warning that a sibutramine-laced ‘Brazilian Slimming Coffee’ may pose a 'significant risk' to some US consumers, the product is still widely available online.

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Buying botanical extracts: Is your purchasing model obsolete?

I'm relatively new to the botanicals industry, but I’ve been puzzled by the lack of attention that nutraceutical companies pay to the relationship between prices and harvest time.

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NX Generation Ltd. warned for alleged GMP violations

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sent a warning letter to New York based NX Generation Ltd for ‘serious violations’ of the current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) regulation for...

NSF continues expansion with Canadian training center merger

NSF International continues its global expansion with a merger with the Ontario-based Guelph Food Technology Centre.  The merger comes on the heels of a Peruvian food testing organization.

Calcium plus vitamin D may slash hip fracture rates: WHI data

Supplements of calcium and vitamin D may reduce the rate of hip fracture by almost 40%, says a new analysis of data from the Women's Health Initiative (WHI).

Could pectin supplements help prevent niacin flushing?

'Flushing' associated with high doses of niacin may be prevented by taking a pectin supplement just before taking the B vitamin, says a new study from the University of Kansas...

Non-GMO key part of message for papaya products company

Herbal Papaya, a company founded on the health benefits of the fruit, will launch a complete line of food, beverage and supplement products at the Expo West trade show in...

Slow-release niacin backed for lowering cholesterol, finds Lonza study

Slow-release niacin supplements are an effective way to lower cholesterol levels, while intake of inositol hexanicotinate (IHN) is ineffective, according to new research data.

Food Vision set to help navigate journey to the industry’s future

The next 5-10 years will present a significant challenge for global business, with a new event promising to help business leaders navigate the ‘biggest period of global change since the...

General health & wellness (and not disease concerns) top list of supplement use reasons

‘Improving’ and ‘maintaining’ overall health are the top reasons for consumers to use supplements, according to new data from the National Institutes of Health.

Lobbying by agri-business killed New Mexico GMO labeling Bill, claim supporters

Supporters of a New Mexico Senate bill proposing mandatory labeling for genetically engineered food and feed say they are disappointed it died on the Senate floor last week, but remain...

Final FSMA administrative detention rule includes no changes suggested in comments

The US Food and Drug Administration has adopted a final rule on its administrative detention authority under the Food Safety and Modernization Act.  In adopting the final rule the agency...

The Apple Tree of Life? Adding leaves to juice boosts health potential: Study

Adding apple tree leaves to cloudy apple juice to boost polyphenol content could prove a reliable and cheap way for manufacturers to produce functional beverages with disease-preventing potential, according to...

Live from Probiotech and Microbiota 2013

The data jungle: Matching gene content to probiotic traits could offer industry fresh hope

The probiotic industry is fighting several big fights at the minute, not least in the battle to win the first EFSA approved health claim in the market. But are the...

Ashwagandha ayurvedic herb shows stress-busting potential: Study

Supplements containing extract of the Indian herb Ashwagandha may help manage stress, according to new findings of a randomized, placebo-controlled trial.

Out-of-the-box logistics thinking helps Ocean Spray cut 40% transportation costs & 20% in greenhouse gases

Cranberry giant Ocean Spray has reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 20% and its transportation costs by 40% on a major distribution route by bringing supply closer to demand with a new...

JAMA: Excessive supplemental calcium may raise heart disease risk for men, not women

High intakes of calcium from supplements may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease for men, but not women, says a new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine.

AHPA, ABC oppose call for change of regulatory status for St. John's wort

A pharmacists’ group has petitioned the Food and Drug Administration to limit consumers’ access to St. John’s wort, a move opposed by the American Herbal Products Association and the American...

Formula-specific science helps product gain entry to practitioner channel

Emerson Ecologics, which markets a wide range of dietary supplements in the health practitioner channel, has taken on a new cognitive support product,  Perceptiv by Sevo Nutraceuticals, attracted, a Sevo...

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Xanthigen gets US patent for obesity-related effects

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a patent for Xanthigen, a brown seaweed extract-pomegranate oil mix, for ‘treating obesity’.

The evolution of energy drinks: What next for Monster, Red Bull and 5-Hour Energy?

While the growth of the US energy drinks and shots market has been nothing short of explosive - last year it was worth $12.5bn, up 60% since 2008 - manufacturers...

Soy protein shows heart health benefits: RCT

Supplements of soy protein may reduce compounds in the body linked to dysfunctional blood vessel health, says new evidence that adds to the potential heart health benefits of the ingredient.

Study identifies potential new probiotics for supplements and functional foods

Spanish scientists have identified three bacterial strains that have ‘the potential to be used as probiotics in functional foods’ due to their ability to inhibit the growth of pathogenic strains...

Life after Lance: FRS acquires contract manufacturer, shuffles management team

The FRS Company, makers of the FRS energy drink and related products, announced a series of corporate moves yesterday that included a management change and the acquisition of a contract...

Scientific evidence does not support selenium for heart disease prevention, says Cochrane

The current evidence does not support selenium for preventing heart disease in well-nourished adults, according to a new Cochrane review.

Calories per pack or per serving? Why small changes to the Nutrition Facts panel could make a big difference

Ever eaten a grab-bag of chips or a 20oz bottle of Mountain Dew only to discover you’ve just wolfed down twice the calories you thought because these products - which...