Minerals

Supplements now a health category of its own, according to analysis of searches on health websites

07-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

A recent survey by a native advertising firm shows that dietary supplements as a category has broken into the top health topic searches in 2021.

Elite sport nutritionist: ‘From a practical perspective, supplements can be very, very useful’

30-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

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...

Review concludes magnesium relieves diabetes symptoms

24-Nov-2021 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Oral supplementation with magnesium (Mg) - in particular magnesium oxide - facilitates glucose absorption while increasing insulin levels to help alleviate the symptoms associated with diabetes, according to a systemic review of related trials.

Pandemic-induced demand created field of dreams for adulterators, Blumenthal warns

08-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

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.

Pieces in place for sports market to roar back from pandemic, panelists say

25-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

The market dynamics and science backing of sports nutrition will support future growth as the category recovers from a pandemic-induced lull, panelists in a recent webinar said.

CRN survey: 80% of Americans are now using dietary supplements

22-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Americans have turned to dietary supplements in record numbers over the past two years, with the numbers of users hitting new highs, and confidence in the effectiveness, safety and quality remaining impressively high, according to CRN’s 2021 Consumer...

Pandemic put wind in sails of personalized nutrition

14-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

The pandemic has supported the growth of personalized nutrition companies, though that trend has not been as obvious as some, like the increased demand for immunity products.

Clinician argues zinc supplementation key to reversing eating disorders

14-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

The medical establishment puts too little credence in underlying nutritional deficiencies that can drive eating disorders, a prominent clinician maintains. Specifically, the role of zinc supplementation has been passed over in his view.

Hangover cures keep coming despite FDA action

06-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

Despite a recent FDA enforcement action, bringing hangover products to market with provocative claims continues to be a siren call for the dietary supplement industry.

FDA warns Arizona firm over numerous alleged disease claims

06-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

An Arizona supplement marketer has been warned by FDA over claims relating to blood sugar management, stress relief, immunity and more.

Magnesium supplements: 'Disturbing' discrepancies in actual and declared content

30-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A new investigation into 116 Magnesium (Mg) food supplements on the Polish market reveals that huge differences between the declared and the actual content mean users may consume up to 304% more or 98% less Mg per day than they realise.

Improving patients' at-home nutrition practice improves health, cuts health care costs, study finds

21-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

While healthcare providers (HCPs) are positioned to identify and treat poor nutrition in their at-risk patients, their efforts may fall short because of inadequate time and training.

Herbalife reports double digit growth for fourth straight quarter

04-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Multi-level marketer Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. has reported its second quarter increased 15% year-on-year, led by 45% growth in its Energy, Sports and Fitness category.

NAD approves hangover claim, but recommends qualifier be added to label

30-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Claims on a hangover recovery product have been upheld in proceeding before a self regulatory body, but a qualifier has been added to the label in light of an FDA enforcement action on the subject.

Usana continues torrid pace as Q2 sales rise 30%

28-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Usana Health Sciences has reached another earnings milestone as the company topped $330 million in revenue for its most recent financial reporting period.