NutraWomen Wednesday: Jennifer Briggs, CEO, The Synergy Company
Before leading The Synergy Company, Jennifer Briggs’ career spanned tech, construction and 13 years at New Belgium Brewing.
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NutraWomen Wednesday: Leena Pradhan-Nabzdyk, PhD, CEO and co-founder, Canomiks
Growing up with a doctor father and an Ayurvedic grandmother in India, Dr. Leena Pradhan-Nabzdyk witnessed debates grew up at the crossroads of Western medicine and traditional healing practices. Those two worlds would later become intertwined.
September Launch Pad: Women’s health, hydration and longevity lead the way
This month highlights a particular focus on women’s hormonal health, sports nutrition, hydration, gut health and beauty-from-within.
Made in the USA: Biovivo brings botanical extraction manufacturing home
Jeffersonville, Indiana is now home to BioVivo Science’s new facility, marking a major shift from overseas dependency to domestic production. The $70 million investment into the new 100,000-square-foot facility will allow Biovivo to process 2,000 metric...
NutraWomen Wednesday: Christina Vegge, VP of R&D, Probi
With over 25 years in microbiology, Christina Vegge, vice president of R&D at Probi, discussed how she transitioned from researching antibiotic resistance to viewing probiotics as “the solution side of the same coin.”
Myoform debuts personalized nutrition platform
UK-based Myoform is launching its new personalized nutrition platform after 18 months of beta-testing with a group of elite athletes, biohackers and everyday Joes. The initial focus is on its home market with expansion plans for the United States for 2026.
Regulatory trends: Novel formats, unannounced inspections and the ‘high‑quality’ question
The health and wellness industry is facing a regulatory maze as companies push boundaries with innovative products that do not fit traditional FDA categories, says Shelly Blackwell from EAS Consulting Group.
Geothermal project highlights Nature’s Way’s sustainability commitments
Wisconsin-based Nature’s Way is drilling 280 wells to support its facility’s sustainable heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system—an initiative expected to reduce the company’s CO2 emissions by 850 tons annually.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Lisa Miller, Communications Director, Aker BioMarine
With over 25 years in public relations, Lisa Miller evolved from working as an agency publicist to founding her own firm and now serves as communications director at Aker BioMarine.
Climate change, quality loss, and adulteration: Summit calls for sustainable botanical supply chains
Rapid climate change and rising consumer demand are hitting botanical supply chains and impeding the production of sustainable, high quality products.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Demi Schweers, Founder, Iris Nutrition
Social media influencer-turned-entrepreneur Demi Schweers said she first took to Instagram to share content mostly centered around DIY projects, fashion and pets. But after some health complications, Demi and her husband Tom began posting more personal...
NutraWomen Wednesday: Luna Aziz, founder and CEO, Legendairy Milk
Following a struggle with low milk supply in her early motherhood, Luna Aziz launched Legendairy Milk, illustrating how necessity truly is the mother of invention.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Cassandra Birrittier, Business Development Director of North America, GRA Nutra
From a precarious infancy marked by a miraculous recovery to becoming a seasoned sales professional, Cassandra Birrittier, business development director of North America at GRA Nutra, has a unique outlook on life.
August Launch Pad: Fall reset
This month’s launches carry a fall reset theme that feature sleep, cognition, sports performance and a return to fundamental ingredients.
Startup Spotlight
Niche vs mainstream: Startup ReadyBar sees big potential in focused market
ReadyBar’s founder warns CPG startups against trying to be everything to everyone. His lesson: focus on a niche, like first responders, to build real traction
NutraWomen Wednesday: Mary Beech, Chief Growth Officer, Thorne
After a life-altering health scare in her 30s, Mary Beech, now chief growth officer at Thorne, recounts her transformative journey from a high-powered corporate executive to a passionate advocate for health and wellness.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Jasmine Blocker, pro track athlete & mental health advocate
Committed to mental health advocacy, Blocker is running toward wellness while leveraging her experiences to help others navigate similar challenges.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Gretchen Powers, VP Marketing & Member Experience, CRN
Gretchen Powers’ journey into marketing and communications began with a passion for the visual arts and graphic design at a very young age.
July Launch Pad: Women’s health, cognitive support and beauty-from-within lead the way
Steve Aoki? ‘Wet Girl Summer’? PEZ flavored creatine? Read on to learn more about this month’s launches that are sure to keep the summer wellness routine exciting.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Michelle Martin, President and COO of Cypress Systems
Reflecting on her diverse career, Michelle Martin, president and COO of Cypress Systems, shares her unconventional journey from graphic design to the nutraceutical industry and the lessons she has learned along the way.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Karen Todd, RD, VP of Global Brand Marketing, Kyowa Hakko USA
With over three decades of experience, Karen Todd, RD, vice president of global brand marketing at Kyowa Hakko USA, oversees and leads global marketing efforts for the international ingredients manufacturer.
How athlete microbiome research could shape the future of personalized nutrition
Research into the gut microbiomes of elite athletes could unlock new possibilities for personalized nutrition, said Dr. Paul Cotter, chief technology officer at SeqBiome and head of food biosciences at Teagasc.
Longevity supplements: How are consumer demands shifting?
As the popularity of longevity and healthy aging supplements continues to grow, consumers are starting to demand more from brands, according to Sophie Chabloz, co-founder and chief science officer of Avea.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Caitlyn Vanderhaeghe, President and CEO, Kidstar Nutrients
Drawing from her mother’s natural health background and her own experience, Caitlyn Vanderhaeghe, president and CEO of Kidstar Nutrients, identified a crucial gap in the market for quality children’s supplements.
Labs and legacy: How Alkemist came to be and the legacy Elan Sudberg hopes to carry on
With a family legacy rooted in microbiology and chemistry, Elan Sudberg grew up surrounded by science.
Nutritional challenges facing the female athlete
Hormonal fluctuations, the menstrual cycle and the potential for relative energy deficiency in sports (RED-S) are all key factors that can influence performance in female athletes. According to Renee McGregor, a leading sports dietitian with over 25...
NutraWomen Wednesday: Mandy McCarthy, CMO, Trace Minerals
Mandy McCarthy, chief marketing officer at Trace Minerals, has spent much of her career transforming health topics into powerful marketing campaigns. Her psychology background proved invaluable in understanding consumer behavior, leading to disruptive...
Should creatine be considered a semi-essential nutrient?
Creatine is a naturally occurring nutrient which is found in animal-based food sources such as beef, pork, herring and salmon. Yet new research suggests that around six in 10 people are lacking this nutrient, putting them at risk of ‘creatine malnutrition’.
Call to action: Cypress Minerals, Cepham rally industry support for safe house
Wings of Hope is a safe haven for women and girls who have been impregnated by family members or gang members and then abandoned. Two ingredient suppliers who are helping support the cause sat down to discuss how Wings of Hope is helping vulnerable young...
The paradigm shift from healthy aging to healthspan
Healthy aging was once the focus for older consumers interested in joint, bone or cardiovascular health products, but an important shift is happening as talk of cellular aging, healthspan and longevity are permeating mainstream discussions, says Nick...
How to compete with GenAI giants? Balance tech and data with human touch
Possibly the two biggest trends in health today, GLP-1 agonists and GenAI, will shakeup the personalized nutrition space in a major way. Mariette Abrahams discusses how she sees things playing out.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Sinclair Kennally, founder and CEO, Detox Nation
The certified nutrition consultant and toxicity and detox specialist shared her journey into detox education which stemmed from her own experiences with complex chronic illnesses.
IPA Chief on the biotics expansion, definitional alignments and structuring for growth
A new paper outlining the classification of postbiotics into four distinct subcategories and a series of manuscripts on prebiotics are just some of the fruits of the labor of the International Probiotics Association in 2025.
Burgeoning HMO research expands prebiotic benefits across the lifespan
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are most associated with infants, but emerging science shows that the benefits may extend through the lifespan with protective effects against inflammation and cardiovascular health.
Launch Pad: Q2’s latest launches feature targeted solutions, convenient formats
From cognitive support to beauty-from-within, the latest launches highlight the consumer demand for targeted solutions in handy formats with easy-on-the-stomach ingredients.
Synbiotic Health co-founder discusses probiotic discovery platforms
A combination of in vitro and in vivo platforms is allowing Nebraska-based Synbiotic Health to screen multiple probiotic candidates against different prebiotics.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Jacqueline Jacques, ND, wellness industry consultant
Industry veteran Jacqueline Jacques, ND, has spent over 25 years in the natural products sector. Before discovering naturopathy and landing on her passion, she considered several different career paths.
Coming Soon: Beauty-from-Within Webinar
Cosmetics Design and NutraIngredients-USA are teaming up again for a 60-minute webinar to examine the beauty-from-within category. From the skin microbiome to longevity and even tariffs—nothing is off the beauty counter.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Tracey Warner Halama, CEO, Supergut
Driven by personal health challenges, a desire for purpose and an appetite for risk, Tracy Warner Halama, CEO of Supergut, shared how she transitioned from a thriving tech career to health and wellness.
ZBiotics CEO on new probiotic that converts sugar to fiber in the gut
ZBiotics—the company behind the first genetically engineered probiotic on the market —has launched its second probiotic product that converts sugar in the diet into prebiotic fiber.
CRN’s Day on the Hill: ‘The best way to cut through the clutter is to let them hear from the real members of the industry’
Industry leaders gathered to advocate for dietary supplements, emphasizing their unified message to lawmakers.
Bioiberica’s 50-year evolution: From biomolecule extraction to collagen education
Spanish supplier Bioiberica is celebrating its 50th anniversary by showcasing its circular economy model, designed to maximize value from animal byproducts. As part of the milestone, NutraIngredients was invited to tour its Pallafols site, just outside...
NutraWomen Wednesday: Jennifer Chase, Director of Business Development, CPG Radar
The former meteorologist-turned-director-of-business-development shared how she went from studying atmospheric sciences to exploring nutrition and food science.
The ‘creatinification’ of everything: Pioneer eyes bold future for sport nutrition’s hottest ingredient
The growth in creatine research and new health benefits is highlighting the need for new versions of creatine aligned with convenience and big box grocery, and new technology could soon see creatine explode into the RTD space.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Olivia Haslam, Deputy Editor, NutraIngredients
Passionate about the intersection of science and food, Olivia Haslam, deputy editor of NutraIngredients, started off as a chef, with a career continuing to revolve around the power of ingredients and storytelling.
Pharmavite’s $250 million bet on gummies
The maker of Nature Made vitamins recently unveiled its state-of-the-art $250 million gummy production facility in New Albany, Ohio.
Leading with legacy: Rigby’s vision for AHPA
After a 10-plus year relationship with the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA), Graham Rigby was named president and CEO.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Sybille Buchwald-Werner, PhD, founder of Newday
The distinguished German pharmacist and scientist said she is committed to advancing women’s leadership in the nutraceutical industry.
‘You don’t just build those relationships overnight’: NPA’s Fly-in Day 2025
About 100 high level stakeholders headed to Capitol Hill on Thursday, May 8 for 150 office meetings with members of Congress and their staff.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Krissy Lines, RD, director of sports performance and nutrition education, Herbalife
Herbalife recently named Krissy Lines, RD, as director of sports performance and nutrition education. The role involves leading global sports nutrition initiatives, developing educational programs and collaborating with performance teams—a role that...