Cardiovascular health

Ecommerce improvements help Nature’s Sunshine to best quarter in company history

15-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

Riding a great year for the dietary supplement industry and for multi level marketing companies in general Nature’s Sunshine notched its best quarter ever as it reported its 2020 year end final results.

GNC leverages store footprint via same-day delivery deal

12-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

GNC is finding a way to leverage its extensive store footprint to improve its ecommerce performance by pairing with delivery service Shipt to enable same day delivery of products direct to consumers.

Amazon has ‘unique opportunity’ to engage manufacturers on adverse event reports, says expert

12-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The new dietary supplement specifications from Amazon are comprehensive, but adverse event reporting is not currently part of the picture and that presents challenges for brands and consumers, says an expert.

Meal replacement builds on tragedy to bring healing plant power to masses

10-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

A Canadian entrepreneur who began by trying to improve the nutrition of patients on feeding tubes is now bringing his product to the US market via a new vegetarian sales platform.

Amazon’s dietary supplement specifications: “These requirements shouldn’t be terribly onerous”

10-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

From the ISO accreditation issue to concerns around “by input”, the new Amazon specifications are sparking a lot of debate within the dietary supplements industry...

NutraIngredients-USA Awards: What are our judges looking for?

09-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

With three weeks left until the closing date for entries for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2021, we’re often asked about the judging process, so here’s what you need to know…

Study signals need for vitamin k2 with statin use, says firm

08-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Norway-based vitamin K2 supplier NattoPharma has highlighted new evidence connecting statin use to increased cardiovascular risk which it says further proves the need for Vitamin K2 supplementation in these patients.

Study finds metabolic benefits of multiple supplement use persist into older age

05-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found that consistent use of multiple dietary supplements is associated with better health that persists into older age. The association doesn’t prove a causal link, the authors acknowledge, but is good news for healthy aging strategies...

Supplement startup uses simplified dosing, rational pricing to attract attention

25-Feb-2021 By Hank Schultz

A direct to consumer startup has a goal of simplifying and democratizing the purchase of dietary supplements, the company’s founder says.

Kaneka gets no objection GRAS letter from FDA for Cardio Probiotic combination

16-Feb-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Kaneka Probiotics has received a letter of no objection from the US FDA for the GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status of its Cardio Probiotic L. plantarum combination.

Wildcrafting pressures, move toward cultivation, supply bottlenecks to color botanical sourcing picture in 2021

15-Feb-2021 By Hank Schultz

The supply of botanical materials will continue to present challenges in 2021, experts said. Among the issues are the strain put on some wildcrafted sources, the possible move toward more cultivation and the dearth of sufficient shipping capacity to...

Meta-analysis finds tart cherry juice effective exercise recovery aid

11-Feb-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Research suggests tart cherry juice enhances recovery and attenuates symptoms of exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD), likely a result of the potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of the cherry. Now, a new meta-analysis that documents the...

Tomorrow: Hear from the CEOs of The Vitamin Shoppe, Pharmavite, SmartyPants & NOW at the Business Leaders Forum

25-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

There’s still time to register for the NutraIngredients-USA Business Leaders Forum to hear directly from the CEOs of some of the industry’s leading companies in a wide-ranging, interactive, and FREE webinar on NutraIngredients-USA.

Glutathione-boosting supplement wins immune health challenge award

21-Jan-2021 By Hank Schultz

A relatively new-to-market ingredient that boosts glutathione levels has won a research award in a challenge sponsored by multinational pharmaceutical and CPG firm.

Surveys suggest veterinarians not meeting pet nutraceutical needs

20-Jan-2021 By Danielle Masterson

While veterinarians may be able to diagnose diseases and perform difficult surgeries, many have received little education on animal nutrition.

Bioenergy looks to support to come from ongoing trial on d-ribose/CoQ10 combo

19-Jan-2021 By Hank Schultz

New research that supports the heart health effects of a d-ribose/CoQ10 combination could provide marketing support for the ingredients in 2021 as millions of older consumers deal with the unique stresses of the ongoing pandemic situation.

Business Leaders Forum: Hear directly from the CEOs of The Vitamin Shoppe, Pharmavite, SmartyPants & NOW!

18-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Start 2021 with insights from CEOs of some of the industry’s leading companies in a wide-ranging, interactive, and FREE webinar on NutraIngredients-USA.

NutraCast Podcast: Natures Crops on functional carrier oils

15-Jan-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Here on the NutraCast, we talk a lot about active ingredients in supplements, but often neglect a very important element: carrier oils. They are often required in formulations to protect, stabilize, and ensure consistent delivery and absorption.

Personalized sports nutrition brand raises $7.5 million in series A funding

14-Jan-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Gainful has attracted $7.5 million in series A funding in a strategic move to propel the expansion of the personalized sports nutrition company.

BGG astaxanthin patent expands heart health, healthy aging applications

13-Jan-2021 By Hank Schultz

Astaxanthin supplier BGG has announced a new patent that further expands the carotenoid’s applications in cardiovascular health and healthy aging.

NutraCast Podcast: Muniq CEO Marc Washington on need for inclusion in industry

08-Jan-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Black women have the highest rates of being overweight or obese compared to other groups in the United States. And people who are overweight are more likely to suffer from high blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol — all risk factors for heart disease...

Study advances understanding of prebiotic resistant potato starch for personalized nutrition

08-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Resistant potato starch may improve LDL cholesterol levels, but the effects are not shared by everyone, says a new study that highlights the potential of the prebiotic for use in personalized nutrition applications.

Algalif responds to astaxanthin demand by green lighting €22m expansion

06-Jan-2021 By Will Chu

Icelandic astaxanthin producer Algalif announces a €22m expansion to its production facilities in a round of investment that builds on 2019’s manufacturing upgrades to meet rising demand.

Brightseed announces first AI-powered discovery of phytonutrients targeting liver & metabolic health

05-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

AI-phytonutrient pioneer Brightseed has announced the identification of two natural compounds with promising bioactive function for liver and metabolic health, noting the compounds appear to be strong candidates for nutraceuticals.

CoQ10 market seen as stable, but quality assurance, commitment to science can spur future growth

23-Dec-2020 By By Scott Steinford, Founder and President, CoQ10 Association

Very few ingredients have enjoyed the consistent growth that CoQ10 has experienced in the past 20 years. In 2000, the global market for ubiquinone had just surpassed 35 metric tons of CoQ10 demand and ubiquinol had yet to be introduced.

Fish oil supplements do not raise LDL-cholesterol levels: New analysis

22-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

While the cardiovascular benefits of omega-3 fatty acids have been known for decades, there was disagreement about whether fish oil supplements may raise LDL-cholesterol levels. A new analysis provides reassurance about the safety of these products.

Probiotics for immunity: Online reviews surged 26% in first half of 2020

21-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

While digestive health remains the leading health position for probiotics in the US, immune support is the second most popular positioning with online reviews growing 26% in the first half of 2020 to hit 179,000 in July, says Lumina Intelligence.

More omega-3s equate to faster heart rate recovery, study finds

18-Dec-2020 By Hank Schultz

Subjects with a Omega-3 Index showed a more rapid heart rate recovery after exercise in a new study. The results suggest a cardioprotective role for these essential fatty acids, the authors said.

BASF refocusing sterol ester business with Illinois site sale

18-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

BASF Nutrition & Health has agreed to sell its manufacturing site in Kankakee, IL and the associated businesses of vegetable-oil-based raw material sterols and natural vitamin E, anionic surfactants and esters produced there.

‘Any company that is not doing personalization is going to die’: Viome founder

16-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

“Every person in the next five years is going to ask for foods that are personalized for them, and every ingredient is personalized for them,” said Naveen Jain during a recent webinar hosted by NutraIngredients-USA.

Guest article

Omega-3 Overview 2020: COVID and Contradictions (in Science)

15-Dec-2020 By Ellen Schutt, Executive Director, GOED

The year 2020 will go down in history as a year like no other; the overused adjective “unprecedented” doesn’t even seem to do the situation justice anymore. In a year dominated by COVID-19, it’s impossible to look at any industry segment without examining...

Friend of the Sea certifies Calanus AS harvesting for omega-3 oil and protein

11-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Norway’s Calanus AS has been certified by Friend of the Sea for its harvesting of the zooplankton Calanus finmarchicus and the products derived from this marine resource.

NutraVideo: Dr. James Kelley on fasting with food

09-Dec-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Scientists have found a way to avoid triggering food sensing pathways that leave the body in a fasting state.

Amazon issues sweeping quality specs for supplements sold on its site

04-Dec-2020 By Hank Schultz

Amazon has begun requiring supplement marketers to provide comprehensive testing results and other documentation in order to be able to sell products on its site.

STATE OF THE INDUSTRY SURVEY

NutraIngredients-USA survey on the state of the US Dietary Supplements industry in 2020

02-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

How has Covid-19 affected business? Beyond immunity which categories were big winners in 2020? And did we learn anything about delivery formats this year?

November Launch Pad: Bloating, hormones and Brotein, oh my

30-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Whether you are dealing with bloat from all the takeout, desire six-pack abs like ‘The Situation’ or hormones have your libido down, November has many new offerings for whatever life throws your way.

Artemis teams elderberry with aronia, black currant in new immune blend

23-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

Dark berry specialist Artemis International has launched a new immune support ingredient that the company says offers an array of health benefits.

NutraCast Podcast: MSU's Director of Performance Nutrition on COVID challenges

20-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

In light of the Thanksgiving holiday, we’re rolling with a special family edition on the NutraCast. Today’s guest is Rob Masterson, RD, the Director of Performance Nutrition at Michigan State University and host Danielle Masterson’s younger brother.

NutraVideo: Probiotic found to promote cardiovascular health

19-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

We all know that probiotics are beneficial to the gut. But what about advantages that extend to other parts of the body? Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes recently announced exciting results from a study that found one specific probiotic strain that does...

Fatty15: New supplement brand brings good saturated fat from US Navy dolphins to consumers

19-Nov-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Decades of work with US Navy dolphins led to the discovery of a potentially essential saturated fatty acid, and a new dietary supplement brand is bringing the fat to market with a science-first approach.

Omega-3 offers no heart health benefit in statin-treated patients, study finds

18-Nov-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Supplementing statin-treated patients with omega-3, as a adjunct therapy, does not reduce their chances of suffering major adverse cardiovascular events, according to a new study which was terminated early due to the lack of positive results.

Supply chain revamp leads to new line of algal omega-3 concentrates

11-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

New omega-3 concentrates have recently entered the North American supplement market. Algarithm Ingredients just added thetamega3 to their lineup of vegan Omega-3s, which are derived from the co-stream of their alphamega3 oils.

Nature's Sunshine records first $100 million quarter

11-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

Nature’s Sunshine Products has reported record earnings as lockdown restrictions lift in overseas markets such as Asia and Latin America.

Rare enzymes warning letter focuses on blood circulation claims

11-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

A recent FDA warning letter hones in on alleged disease claims being made by the marketer of a suite of enzyme products.

Pharmacy driven: McPherson’s paving new retail focus for soon-to-be acquired Blackmores’ TCM business

11-Nov-2020 By Tingmin Koe

McPherson’s will be focusing on the pharmacy distribution network for the TCM and oriental botanical brands that it will be acquiring from Blackmores.

Is it all in their heads? Experts criticize assumptions, structure of BMJ paper that blasts multivitamin use

10-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

A new study that asserts that multivitamin use is based mostly on positive thinking and not on health outcomes has been criticized for structural limitations that contribute to unfounded conclusions.

Today! IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas Digital Summit

10-Nov-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Kicking off at 12pm Eastern, the three-day event will combine dynamic live broadcasts with exclusive on-demand content about probiotics, prebiotics, and the microbiome. There is still time to register for FREE.

Probiota Americas Poem: Our editor's rhyming welcome to this week's Digital Summit

09-Nov-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A Probiota America tradition, my welcome poem gives attendees a glimpse of what to expect during the event. And this year, I've added a special message ... and a fire place.

NutraCast Podcast: Dr. Ivan Petyaev on female fertility support

06-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

About 28 million women around the world encounter fertility problems every year. Micronutrient status is one risk factor that may have a major impact on female fertility.

Herbalife’s quarterly sales hit $1.5 billion; manufacturing expansion planned

06-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

Herbalife Nutrition saw sales rise 22.3% in its third quarter. The company said it plans to expand its manufacturing capability to meet increased demand.