As a fifth-generation entrepreneur, Dr. Brandy Zachary ("Dr. Z") shared her journey from being declared permanently disabled to discovering functional medicine as a lifeline that helped her regain her health and rebuild her life.
Michael McGuffin, president of the American Herbal Products Association, says he hopes his 2024 NutraChampion Award inspires and encourages others to serve the industry and the public.
After spending 20+ years in the natural products industry, Sarah Burden has decided to take a more ‘radicle’ approach, highlighting the importance of education, compliance and research.
Amare Global recently announced the appointment of Asma Ishaq as Chief Executive Officer. The new CEO said she is determined to position Amare Global as a leader in the mental wellness category through innovative product offerings.
Prominent industry law firm Amin Wasserman Gurnani (AWG) has announced that renowned FDA attorney Robert “Bob” Durkin has joined the firm as a partner and co-chair of its Regulatory Group in Washington, DC.
After six years of incubation as an educational and advocacy program with the American Botanical Council, the Sustainable Herbs Program (SHP) has now become the independent Sustainable Herbs Initiative.
Described as a formidable advocate for women's health, Komal Baldwa, founder of Waleria Health Tech, is a serial entrepreneur and women's health proponent. Baldwa's boldness in launching Bleu, the first vegan condom brand in India, addressed...
The winners of the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards will be revealed during an awards presentation at NutraIngredients-USA's Chicago HQ live on July 15. Our finalists are excited to hear the results. You should be, too!
A panel at the recent IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas discussed ways to better engage the healthcare practitioner community in all things -biotics, with three main takeaways.
Described as a remarkable scientist, prolific author and kind spirit, the president of R&D who worked for the company for more than two decades died on June 2. Dr. Nagabhushanam was 74 years old.
Raised in an entrepreneurial environment, Stephanie Guillén, Global Sales Director of SuanNutra, was encouraged by her family to pursue her education in order to be independent.
At the DSHEA Summit last week in Salt Lake City, Dr. Cara Welch, director of the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs (ODSP), had an allotted 10 minutes to provide a report card on the state of the industry.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is just five days away. Don’t wait to register your attendance for this world-class program in Salt Lake City!
Day 2 of the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas starts with an opening keynote from renowned microbiome research Prof. Rob Knight and finishes with a panel discussion around the healthcare practitioner opportunity. The event is less than a week away...
With a penchant for data and a deep enthusiasm for health and wellness, the CPG professional has found a career that combines her analytical skill set with CPG brands that she is passionate about.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is less than a week away. Don’t wait to register your attendance for this world-class program in Salt Lake City!
In her role at the International Probiotics Association (IPA) and as president of Microbiome Experts, Sandra Saville, RD, educates, communicates and translates the science surrounding gut health.
Leading national retailers will take the stage at the upcoming IPAWC + Probiota Americas to share insights and best practices around quality initiatives and compliance.
NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the finalists for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2024. The winners will be announced during an awards presentation in July.
Since joining Plexus in 2019, Kim Drabik established the government relations department before taking the lead in corporate communications. Strategic communications, government affairs, stakeholder engagement and media relations are just a few of the...
After over 30 years practicing medicine in Orange County, Dr. Robert Beltran had his light switch moment after turning to herbal medicine to help him overcome his own personal health issues.
A biologist by training with an entrepreneurial mindset, Caitlyn Krebs, CEO and cofounder of Nalu Bio, said she’s committed to building a world-class team that will deliver chemistry-derived cannabinoids that solve some of the world’s top health and wellbeing...
Armed with resilience, commitment and a passion for plant bioactives, Israel based-biotech company Bioharvest Sciences continues to meet consumer demand despite the ongoing conflict in the region.
After suffering from eating disorders for decades, Mona Rosene, global director of scientific affairs at Chromadex, said she turned her pain into purpose by becoming a dietician and science communicator.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2024 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Twenty years ago, the PR agency Traci Kantowski worked for won the Pharmavite account, and she’s been writing love letters to the nutraceuticals industry ever since. As the VP of global communications and business development at Cypress Systems, Kantowski...
The speaker roster for the IPAWC + Probiota Americas is filling up, and we can confirm that renowned microbiome research professor Rob Knight has confirmed his participation to speak at the event in Salt Lake City.
We’re into the home stretch for submitting entries to the prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards, with the absolute deadline for entries set for Friday, April 12, at 11:55 p.m. CT.
Mimio Health is a nutritech company that Caitlin Beatty co-founded with her brother Christopher Rhodes, a PhD in nutritional biochemistry. The company launched biomimetic supplements designed from human biology to optimize health, slow aging and enhance...
Registration is open for the DSHEA Summit, a landmark event bringing together the architects of the law and leading industry voices, including current and former FDA officials.
Recently named as the CEO of Sami-Sabinsa Group, Shaheen Majeed said his late father left a simple and brilliant recipe for the next generation to follow: “Science and quality. Be reliable, be responsible.”
With a diverse skill set as a trained yoga and meditation guide, Reiki master and end-of-life doula worker, Melissa Lemieux has built her career around wellness. In 2023, she joined Grace Farms to lead wellness and hospitality initiatives where she fosters...
We are pleased to reveal the first wave of speakers confirmed for the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas, the must-attend conference bridging the business and science of microbiome modulation for human health.
To build trust and credibility, management has to lead by example. But when you work for a health and wellness company, that takes it to a whole new level—and that's exactly what Lee Wright, CEO at The Vitamin Shoppe, did.
Multi-national health sciences company Sami-Sabinsa announced that Dr. Muhammed Majeed’s children will carry on their father’s legacy at the helm of the business he founded 36 years ago. Dr. Majeed died March 13 at age 75 following complications from...
For many, it was another year at Expo West. But behind all the hustle and bustle, the dietary supplement industry was grieving the loss of a man many refer to as a mentor, a father figure and an industry icon. Dr. Muhammad Majeed brought more than just...
The American Herbal Products Association has announced the recipients of its 2024 AHPA Awards, which are given to individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the continued success of the herbal products industry.
Described by one recent attendee as “hands-down the best event”, NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the dates for the 2025 Sports & Active Nutrition Summit.
The deadline for submitting entries to the Scientific Frontiers and Probiota Pioneers for the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is fast approaching, but there's still time to showcase your research or innovative startup.
The prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards are open for entries, with our five specialty categories recognizing the best and brightest in women’s health, nutrition research, start-ups and more.
With topics covering women’s health, prebiotics, healthcare practitioners, companion animals and much more, the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is not to be missed.
The 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back with new categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people and initiatives in food supplements and functional food and beverage.
We are still accepting entries for the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards, and we’re often asked about the judging process, so here’s what you need to know…
As a recognized senior executive in the nutrition industry as well as founder and chief executive officer of Avant Nutrition, LLC, Lynda Doyle has nearly 35 years of experience in the dietary supplements, functional foods and beverages sectors.
Are you researching the latest state-of-the-art developments related to prebiotic, probiotic, postbiotic and microbiome science relevant to human health, well-being, consumers and industry? If so, we would like to hear from you!
No longer bound to limited DVD disc space, BODi super trainer Joel Freeman said he’s enjoying the wide open opportunities that his streaming platform offers. But while technology advances, one thing remains the same: simplicity.
