Tributes have been paid to the late Richard M. (Dick) Griffin, a commercial lines insurance broker best known in the industry as the owner of Grifcon Enterprises, Inc. and later Griffin Insurance Services (GIS).
Sibyl Swift, PhD joined cbdMD in 2021 as a regulatory consultant before being named vice president for Scientific & Regulatory Affairs. Prior to joining cbdMD, Swift was the Senior VP for Scientific & Regulatory Affairs at the Natural Products...
By Mark Blumenthal, Founder & Executive Director, American Botanical Council
ABC continues its ongoing commitment to science-based herbal medicinal products and practices, supporting an authentic and sustainable/regenerative global value network with a wide variety of reports, educational materials, and quality and sustainability...
As the year draws to a close, we thought it would be worthwhile to review the most read articles, with NAC, FDA kratom seizures, vitamin D benefits, and Elysium Health making the top 10.
By By Michael McGuffin, President, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA)
As the 24th month of 2020 (or so it feels) comes to a close – the herbal and natural products industry continues to adapt to challenges brought on by the global pandemic and move our industry forward. From regulatory progress made virtually to creative...
Start 2022 with insights from CEOs from some of the industry’s leading companies in a wide-ranging, interactive, and FREE webinar on NutraIngredients-USA.
I recently came across, what was dubbed a space movie and recalled one of the reviews which stood out the most; “The Martian is a film about human error, the will to survive, and the responsibility that we have as human beings, not just to the work that...
The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022 returns in February as an in-person event. Located in sunny San Diego, the meeting will feature cutting-edge content from subject matter experts that will help companies succeed in this market sector that...
An internationally recognised glycaemic index (GI) research pioneer has provided her tips on how food and nutrition companies can innovate in this crucial area on our latest episode of NutraChampion.
Wellness opportunities are being carved out by many supplement brands, creating a purpose-driven culture for consumers. PR firm Ogilvy found that 70% of consumers feel that a wellness brand should make a positive impact on the world.
Rajat Shah leads the Nutriventia brand for Inventia Healthcare Limited, focusing on clinical strategy for the brand for all new and existing nutraceutical and food ingredients. The Mumbai native explained that her upbringing and appreciation for life...
There is a huge variation in the consistency and quality of sports nutrition advice at the highest levels of elite sport, and this can be challenging when working with elite athletes, says Laurent Bannock, Founder and Director at the Institute of Performance...
Despite being a relatively new business, CoreFX is continually evolving. Denis Neville, CEO of CoreFX, said it all comes down to keeping that entrepreneurial spirit.
A startup with a mission to get the sugar out of multivitamins has managed to attract the attention of Whole Foods Markets, signing a new distribution deal.
Bodybuilding.com has evolved over the years, most recently naming Karl Walsh as their CEO. Walsh has been working on a brand overhaul, laser-focused on giving the website a facelift.
As expected, the Biden Administration has nominated Dr Robert Califf, MD, as the new FDA Commissioner. Dr Califf previously served in the role during the Obama Administration.
There are plenty of products out there that claim to boost your immune system, help you sleep better or be more focused. But those claims mean little if they have no scientific substantiation. Unigen is a company that says proven health benefits are what...
The push for a mandatory product listing is a solution in search of a problem, NPA’s chief executive maintains. Advocates of the requirement aren’t giving enough credence to the pitfalls, he maintained.
Dr. Gena Kadar, founding dean of the School of Nutrition at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Health Sciences, led the development of clinical nutrition guidelines on obesity and cardiovascular health management and completed other...
Companies often spend top dollar on testing, yet the only people who know about it are their internal team and auditors. Elan Sudberg, CEO of Alkemist Labs, says consumers want to know more about these test results, and he’s so convinced that his company...
The demand spike caused by the global pandemic has been a bonanza for the botanical supplements industry. But ABC chief Mark Blumenthal says it has been the biggest threat of adulteration during his time in the industry, too.
Technology is a dynamic and fast evolving area, as the supplement industry continues to face the challenges and opportunities of keeping up with growth, consumer demand and data threats.
As a scientist and one of the few female CEOs in the analytical testing industry, Sandra Lee has a passion for chemistry and how it influences multiple aspects of our daily lives. At NJ Labs, she leads the privately owned FDA and DEA inspected facility...
When gyms closed at the height of the pandemic, we were forced to give up our fitness routine and explore other options. For many of us, that meant virtual workouts in our living rooms.
Cattie Khoury said she created her trail mix brand Toodaloo after she felt inclined to help battle climate change. Today she is not only working on a healing path for the environment, but for people too.
CRN president and CEO Steve Mister laid out four priorities for the supplement industry at a meeting yesterday. Among the highlights were to prepare for state based regulations and strengthening self regulation.
From runways to more natural landscapes, you could say Tricia Horst has an appreciation for beauty. The former top model-turned-hemp grower is the co-founder of High Falls Hemp NY, a business she launched with her husband Rick Weissman in 2018.
The Women Presidents' Organization (WPO), in collaboration with JPMorgan Chase Commercial Banking, released the 14th annual ranking of the 50 Fastest Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies.
Packaging is often the first interaction that consumers have with a product. It tells a story, illustrates brand identity and in some cases even offers a sensory experience. Designalytics researches how clients can turn a branding overhaul into revenue.
Industry stakeholders have welcomed the news that the Biden Adminstration is reportedly ready to name Dr. Robert Califf, MD as the new FDA Commissioner, given that he has prior experience at the Agency during the Obama years.
Susan Hewlings, PhD, RD, has over 20 years of experience in nutrition, sports nutrition, and scientific consulting for the dietary supplement and medical industries. She is currently the director of Scientific Affairs at Nutrasource, and the author of...
Economic dislocation from the pandemic continues to send shock waves through the supply of botanical raw materials and will necessitate a new mindset about supply chain integrity in the future, experts say. The issue will be a key focus at an upcoming...
The attorney is one of the most well-known and respected lawyers in the dietary supplement scene and has become a nationally recognized thought leader on the regulation of CBD and other hemp products, as well as many other regulatory issues facing the...
We all know our age. But how old does our body think it is? One test looks at “biological age” vs. chronological age and Terrain Health is just one of a dozen approved companies in the nation offering a biomarker-based evaluation called Agebio, a test...
Industry veteran Douglas “Duffy” MacKay, ND, will join the Consumer Healthcare Products Association to lead the association's cross-functional dietary supplements team.
September 2021 and while the nights draw in and the temperature drops, opportunities in the food and nutrition sector remain red-hot as NutraIngredients features those seeking a new challenge.
Years ago, the idea of using artificial intelligence and voice search engine optimization were just a pipe dream. But today these digital marketing trends are among the top priorities for many business owners
After decades with some of the most respected brands in sports nutrition, Dr Rob Wildman has ventured out on his own and his new brand is an embodiment of his commitment to the field and his pursuit of quality. “I want to take the guesswork out of taking...
Pelin Thorogood is the co-founder and executive chair of Radicle Science, a health tech B-corp that combines market research, scientific rigor and technology with a focus on the CBD space.
The increasing interest in boosting and maintaining brain health is driving product demand all over the world, as consumers look for supplements to help improve memory, focus, mood, sleep, creativity, and other brain functions.