Bone & joint health

'Complex link' between vitamin D2 and D3 supplementation

09-May-2017 By Eliot Beer

A new study may shed light on the differences in uptake of vitamin D variants, while also revealing absorption is higher in women than men, and two-weekly dose regimens are the most effective.

Algatech gets organic certification for algae-derived astaxanthin

05-May-2017

Israel-based Algatechnologies Ltd. has achieved National Organic Program (NOP) certification for its 100% organic Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae powder and astaxanthin oleoresin.

Dispatches from Experimental Biology 2017

Vitamin E tocotrienols may improve metabolitic profiles in older women

05-May-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplements containing vitamin E tocotrienols derived from annatto may lower inflammation and oxidative stress in older women with osteoporosis, says a new study.

GNC’s Q1: ‘Customers are coming back to our stores’

19-Apr-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Shares in GNC rose Tuesday after its first quarter results beat Wall Street's expectations. The improvements were linked to the company’s One New GNC model that introduced a new pricing structure and loyalty programs.

Special edition: Omega-3s

Powerful PUFAs: The many health benefits of omega-3s

11-Apr-2017 By Stephen Daniells

From heart health to better brain function, and from improved exercise recovery to lower PTSD severity, is there nothing omega-3 can’t do?

Gnosis gets FDA no objection GRAS for non-animal chondroitin

07-Apr-2017

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a letter of no objection for the GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status of Gnosis S.p.A.’s Mythocondro-branded non-animal chondroitin sulfate for use in foods and beverages.

Meta-analysis supports tea’s link to stronger bones

28-Mar-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Consumption of tea is associated with increased bone mineral density (BMD), according to a meta-analysis of 16 studies combining data from 138,523 people.

The animal supplement sector is a Harvard Business School case study on driving a responsible system: NASC President

23-Mar-2017 By Stephen Daniells

From GMPs to a robust adverse event reporting system and list of qualified suppliers, the self-regulatory successes of the animal supplement industry could be a Harvard Business School case study, says the president of the National Animal Supplement Council.

Special edition: Supplements for pets

Formulating for pets? Suppliers share what you should keep in mind

23-Mar-2017 By Adi Menayang

We spoke with two suppliers—Sabinsa and Maypro—to learn about ingredients that are in demand in the pet nutrition category, and what unique challenges this space has.

Special edition: Supplements for pets

Some vets not sold on routine supplementation for pets

23-Mar-2017 By Hank Schultz

People love their pets. And they can love them to death, animal nutrition experts say.

Special Edition: Supplements for Pets

Easy observation of effects makes joint health prime pet opportunity

22-Mar-2017 By Hank Schultz

Joint health is probably the easiest thing for pet owners to measure, which makes it an important opportunity for the suppliers of ingredients for pet supplements, experts say.

No longer a ‘startup’: Bulu Box goes from samples to subscriptions

21-Mar-2017 By Adi Menayang

With its core business of sending boxes of health food and dietary supplement samples to consumers’ doorsteps, Bulu Box has enjoyed 300% revenue growth from 2014 to 2017. It's staff is poised to grow from 25 to 50+ by December 2017, and it plans...

BlueOcean nears finish line on shrimp oil omega-3s finished products

09-Mar-2017 By Hank Schultz

BlueOcean NutraSciences is making progress toward full market entry with an improved line of finished products based on its omega-3s oil sourced from cold water shrimp.

Sanat Products plans more acquisitions after snapping up Hindustan Herbals Limited

07-Mar-2017 By Adi Menayang

Thanks to the increased popularity of turmeric and other botanical products in food and beverage, market analysts have seen an uptick of interest and familiarity for Ayurvedic ingredients outside of India, which has translated to increased activity for...

Human nutrition trends are translating to pets, says CEO of The Honest Kitchen

06-Mar-2017 By Adi Menayang

From Ayurvedic botanicals to whole food nutrient sources, more US pet owners in urban and coastal areas are looking past the pellets, says pet wellness expert Lucy Postins.

Ayurveda extract helps reduce knee pain in elderly: Sabinsa Japanese RCT

26-Feb-2017 By Gary Scattergood

A clinical trial evaluating the effects of Sabinsa’s Boswellin Super supplement on knee pain reduction revealed improvements in pain management, a study funded by the company has found.

Injunctions, $6.6 million fine in FTC case citing misleading claims, fraudulent return policy

24-Feb-2017 By Hank Schultz

The Federal Trade Commission and Attorney General of Maine have announced the settlement of a case involving alleged deceptive marketing practices for dietary supplements that were featured in radio spots.

Herbalife unveils China TCM joint venture as it posts flat full-year sales for 2016

24-Feb-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Herbalife has reached an agreement in principle to form a joint venture with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) products and services firm Tasly Holding Group.

Organic & Natural Health launches omega-3 field study

21-Feb-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The Organic and Natural Health Association has launched a consumer education campaign to encourage consumers to test their omega-3 levels to identify supplementation needs, following on from the success of its “Power of D” campaign.

Sports supplement seller bets on non-GMO veggie soft gels

21-Feb-2017 By Hank Schultz

Sports Research, a California-based supplement brand holder, has taken a big step toward differentiating its product line with the introduction of what it says is the first vegan, non-GMO gel caps.

CRN, NPA support bill to allow health savings dollars to be used for supplements

20-Feb-2017 By Hank Schultz

The latest version of the proposed Health Savings Act would allow consumers to use their tax-free health savings account dollars to pay for dietary supplements as well as drugs, doctor visits and other health services.

Special edition: Blood Sugar Management

Soluble fibers show promise as blood sugar management ingredients

16-Feb-2017 By Hank Schultz

Soluble fibers can have significant effects on post prandial blood glucose spikes, but they have their effects in the gut rather than in the blood stream itself as polyphenolic ingredients might do.

In a move to heighten differentiation, Evolva rebrands its fermented resveratrol

15-Feb-2017 By Hank Schultz

A branding makeover is the next step in Evolva’s multi-year development project for its fermented form of resveratrol.

To prep for April public launch, Supplement OWL site gets a few tweaks

15-Feb-2017 By Adi Menayang

The Supplement Online Wellness Library (OWL) website has been updated to include easier data input instructions, streamlining the data population process for the first industry-wide registry of finished products.

What next for Health Canada’s proposed NHP changes?

14-Feb-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Health Canada has received over 3,500 written comments in response to its proposed changes to how natural health products and dietary supplements are regulated.

Vitamin vending machines: Is this the future for supplements retailing in APAC?

14-Feb-2017 By Millette Burgos

The man who has launched Australia’s first store selling vitamins solely via vending machines wants to launch hundreds more in locations across the country, while also expanding to overseas markets such as China, Singapore, India and New Zealand.

EU grant to drive more research into increasingly 'omnipotent' Vitamin K2

08-Feb-2017 By Hank Schultz

It’s fitting that a relatively new institution—Maastricht University—is helping to drive research into the evolving benefits of a ‘new’ vitamin, Vitamin K2. That research will be buoyed by a multi-center EU grant announced today.

Can a Registry Build Trust?

25-Jan-2017 By Steve Mister, president & CEO, CRN

Trust is a fickle thing. Just ask the political candidates in the recent election. It’s built over time and can be squandered overnight.

Office of Dietary Supplements outlines five-year strategic plan

06-Jan-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Creating and disseminating analytic tools for biomarkers, seeking to better understand the microbiome, and enhancing consumer to the Dietary Supplement Label Database are just some of the new directions outlined by the Office of Dietary Supplements for...

SPECIAL EDITION ROUNDUP

Bone & Joint Health, Anti-Aging, Sports Nutrition, Pre- & Probiotics: Lessons from 2016’s special edition

22-Dec-2016 By Adi Menayang

What are the health concerns of consumers today, and how can dietary supplements help? This year, our special editions included in-depth coverage on bone and joint health, anti-aging, sports nutrition, and pre- and probiotics. This is part of a series...

Could glucosamine and chondroitin support a healthy colon?

07-Dec-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of glucosamine and chondroitin may support colon health via an anti-inflammatory mechanism, according to data from two big US cohorts.

Accumulating science boosts MitoQ as it launches products for new indications

07-Dec-2016 By Hank Schultz

MitoQ, a company whose products are based on a special form of CoQ10, has seen solid growth since the ingredient was launched in supplements in 2013.

High-dose vitamin D supplementation helps slash risk of falls among elderly

05-Dec-2016 By Nathan Gray

A combination of low-frequency exercise and high-dose vitamin D supplementation could help reduce risk of falls in the elderly by more than 70%, a new trial suggests.

New prebiotic combination enhances calcium, magnesium and iron absorption

30-Nov-2016 By Nathan Gray

A novel combination of prebiotic galacto-oligosaccharides could significantly improve absorption of certain minerals, according to new research in rats.

US prebiotics market ‘growing strongly’ as consumer awareness increases

21-Nov-2016 By Stephen Daniells

With growing consumer awareness, annual growth rates of 15%, and confidence that FDA will conclude that inulin and oligofructose are dietary fibers, the future looks bright for prebiotics in the US.

Enzyme- bioflavonoid combination shows efficacy for knee pain management

09-Nov-2016 By Stephen Daniells

An oral enzyme combination containing proteolytic enzymes and bioflavonoid may improve measures of pain, function and daily living, says a new meta-analysis of six RCTs.

InsideTracker CEO: ‘Personalized supplementation is here’

17-Oct-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Personalized nutrition will push consumers to understand why they need supplements and how they work, predicts Rony Sellam, CEO of Segterra, the company behind InsideTracker.

Supplement OWL shows that there’s now a real willingness to be transparent with consumers: CRN

14-Oct-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Companies large and small have been beta-testing the CRN’s product registry – the Supplement Online Wellness Library (Supplement OWL) – and it will soon be open to all dietary supplement companies, but where are things right now and why should companies...

Dairy and supplements equal for boosting calcium levels for bone health

11-Oct-2016 By Stephen Daniells

There is no difference between food and supplements for boosting calcium levels for bone health in post-menopausal women, says a new study.

Protein score system doesn't give complete picture on collagen, supplier says

10-Oct-2016 By Hank Schultz

According to one supplier, the common way to measure protein quality unfairly disparages collagen, a protein source that is ubiquitous both in the market and in the bodies of mammals.

New 'direct fermentation' vegan glucosamine hangs hat on supply chain transparency

29-Sep-2016 By Hank Schultz

A new vegan source of glucosamine is entering the market with the unveiling of GlucosaGreenDF, the first such ingredient made with what the supplier calls ‘direct fermentation.’ 

DSM Launches omega-3 campaign for healthcare practitioners

19-Sep-2016

The Know Your Ω campaign, launching at the 2016 AAFP Family Medicine Experience (FMX), is designed to educate healthcare practitioners on the health benefits of EPA + DHA omega-3s.

Companies beta-testing CRN’s dietary supplement product registry

14-Sep-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Nine companies are beta-testing the CRN’s product registry – the Supplement Online Wellness Library (Supplement OWL) – which is being developed and administered by UL.

Lohmann brings distribution back in house

01-Sep-2016 By Hank Schultz

German ferric ingredients and specialty chemicals supplier Dr Paul Lohmann GmbH KG has announced a new supply arrangement for North America that brings brand representation back in house.

Calcium-rich fermented foods preferred in improving bone and heart health, study says

19-Aug-2016 By Will Chu

Calcium should come from healthy sources like fermented dairy products and leafy greens as a review outlines an approach to receiving an adequate intake while supporting bone and heart health.

Distinguished calcium, vitamin D researcher Dr Robert Heaney passes

17-Aug-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Robert Heaney, MD, a world-renowned researcher in the field of bone biology and vitamin D, has passed away at the age of 88 after a struggle with brain cancer.

Shilajit may benefit skeletal muscle in obese adults: Natreon study

15-Aug-2016 By Adi Menayang

The traditional Ayurvedic ingredient Shilajit, a tar-like mineral that oozes out of rocks in the Himalayas, may improve bones and muscles in obese individuals when consumed orally.

‘They’re all good’: Omega-3 forms show similar bioavailability, says new study

10-Aug-2016 By Stephen Daniells

The lipid structure of EPA and DHA omega-3s – from triglyceride to free fatty acids or ethyl esters forms – does not have a significant effect on their bioavailability, says a new study from England.

Gnosis to launch first non-animal chondroitin sulphate

05-Aug-2016 By Eliot Beer

Gnosis is preparing to launch what it claims is the first non-animal-derived chondroitin sulphate (CS) product, Mythocondro. It says this eliminates problems with adulteration and consistency.

August New Products: Functional foods and a supplement appliance

04-Aug-2016 By Adi Menayang

From a sport beverage endorsed by Olympians to probiotic avocado snacks, a large proportion of our gallery this month have nutrition facts instead of supplement facts, demonstrating the increasing popularity of functional food, and the extent of pill...