All news articles for March 2023

AstraGin improves gut health function in small cohort study

AstraGin improves gut health function in small cohort study

By Asia Sherman

Supplementation with AstraGin – a standardized botanical extract of Astragalus membranaceus and Panax notoginseng (APS) – reduced inflammation and regulated gut microflora in adults with ulcerative colitis, according to a recent study.

Trades weigh in on call to clean up dietary supplement industry

Trades weigh in on call to clean up dietary supplement industry

By Asia Sherman

In a recent letter to Congress, supplement company Ritual urged lawmakers to clean up a dietary supplement industry that has grown twenty-fold since the enactment of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act nearly 30 years ago.

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March Launch Pad: Gummy takeover

By Danielle Masterson

The gummy format dominated the month of March. Whether it’s mushroom blends, CBD or even fish oil, this month’s offerings provide a gummy for every needstate.

Probiota Americas: Early bird discount expires this week

Probiota Americas: Early bird discount expires this week

With expert speakers confirmed from NOW, Nouri, Postbiotics+, Microba, Zbiotics, NC State University, FDA, Health Canada, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and more, the upcoming Probiota Americas is not to be missed.

Review proposes red chili pepper extract for brain health studies

Review proposes red chili pepper extract for brain health studies

By Asia Sherman

A new review led by the University of Queensland prompts further research into capsaicin —a molecule derived from red chili peppers—for the prevention of cognitive decline in the aging and obese. It highlights a particular ingredient as a potentially...

Algarithm ramps up competition in omega-3 market with new partnership

Algarithm ramps up competition in omega-3 market with new partnership

By Danielle Masterson

Canadian algae-based omega-3 manufacturer Algarithm Ingredients recently signed a multi-year manufacturing deal with Seafood giant Thai Union Ingredients (TUI). TUI signed on for a multi-year manufacturing partnership, including collaboration at TUI’s...

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GOED & NASC announce strategic partnership

By Stephen Daniells

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) and the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) are partnering to share of industry intelligence, cross-promotional opportunities, and educational opportunities.

Opportunities with Delivery Formats: Free webinar!

Free Webinar: Opportunities with Delivery Formats

By Stephen Daniells

Gummies, stick packs, effervescent, oral melt strips, liquids… consumers are definitely looking for convenient and experiential dietary supplement formats. An upcoming webinar will provide brands with all they need to know about the different forms.

NutraCast: Incorporating weather forecasting into business models

NutraCast: Incorporating weather forecasting into business models

By Danielle Masterson

Heavy rain, droughts, record-breaking early blooms and even a recent blizzard warning in California..all alarming indicators that Mother Nature is off kilter. Climate Change is a slow-moving crisis that’s catching up quickly, and for some companies, long-term...

NutraWomen Wednesday: Vera Mogna, CEO of Probiotical SpA

NutraWomen Wednesday: Vera Mogna, CEO of Probiotical SpA

By Danielle Masterson

For Vera Mogna, the interest in microbiology and a foundation firmly rooted in research goes back several generations, starting with her great grandfather, then her grandfather and most recently her father, Giovanni.

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Gencor launches new ayurvedic combination for liver health

By Stephen Daniells

Liver health is an “overlooked category” in the dietary supplements space, but Gencor sees its new 4Liver ingredient as an exciting addition to a category that has not seen much innovation for decades.

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