Covid

CA repeals "atrocious" law intended to curb COVID disinformation

19-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The United Natural Products Alliance is applauding the move, saying the repeal is a very significant and positive development, particularly for functional and alternative medicine physicians in the state.

Industry on notice as FTC probes social media, video streaming platforms

17-Mar-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The Commission calls out disease prevention ads, weight-loss products and MLMs as it investigates the inner workings of social media and its function in deceptive online advertising.

FTC goes after doTERRA distributors for making unfounded COVID-19 cure claims

06-Mar-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The United States obtained permanent injunctions and civil penalties in actions against essential oils and dietary supplements distributors.

BMJ studies that discount vitamin D in COVID fight draw ire

12-Sep-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers and stakeholders are reacting to new research that contradicts two previous meta-analyses of randomized clinical trials that found vitamin D to have a protective shield against respiratory illnesses.

Nutracast: The van Breemen Company launches following groundbreaking hemp study

10-Jun-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Lead scientist Richard van Breemen, along with his co-founder and CEO Jacob Crabtree joined us to discuss the research that caught the world’s attention.

Renewed lockdowns in China creating many short- and long-term effects

17-May-2022 By Hank Schultz

Renewed lockdowns in China has thrown another wrench into the global supply of botanical ingredients. But having graduated from the recent school of hard knocks, suppliers are managing to cope, experts said.

Supplement use to modify gut microbiome could aid in long COVID recovery

31-Jan-2022 By Will Chu

Researchers are open to the possibilities of supplement use to modify the gut microbiome as an aid to recovery from post-acute COVID-19 syndrome or ‘Long COVID.’

Hemp compounds block COVID-19, study finds

18-Jan-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers found that a pair of cannabinoid acids bind to the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, preventing a critical step in the process the virus uses to infect people.

Optimizing the immune system with vitamin D

17-Jan-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The sunshine vitamin reigns supreme as more studies suggest D is essential to immune health.

Report finds immunity supporting foods and supplement adoption boosted by pandemic fears

03-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

A report by The Global Wellness Economy (GWI) identifies an upsurge in immunity-focused food consumption and supplement use, buoyed on by ongoing health disruptions caused by COVID-19.

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.

Not your grandmother’s expo: The return of trade shows

14-Jul-2021 By Danielle Masterson

In-person trade shows are making a comeback, but these events will look very different than they did in the past.

Bolstering immune health during the vaccination process

06-Apr-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The United States is the first country to administer 150 million COVID-19 vaccine doses, setting the nation up to meet President Biden's goal of administering 200 million shots in his first 100 days in office. One company is seeking to capitalize...

NutraCast: Compliance amid a pandemic with CRO NutraSource

26-Mar-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Nutrasource, a Canada-based contract research organization, quickly adapted to the pandemic by implementing regulations and best practices to continue running human trials. The company’s president and CEO, Will Rowe, and Josh Baisley, VP of clinical...

Nutrition a possible factor in Covid-19 vaccination efficacy, concludes review

19-Mar-2021 By Will Chu

Researchers have highlighted nutrition as a possible factor influencing the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine, as recent news establishes a link between vitamin D levels and an adequate immune response.

Whether vitamin C can help COVID sufferers may depend on level of transporter

11-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

One of the reasons COVID-19 is so unsettling is because the virus’ impact on each individual is so different. Researchers say a number of factors could impact this — including age, race, gender and an underlying mechanism.

Ingredient supplier touts “insurance policy against pathogenic invasion”

10-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

M-Gard is yeast-derived beta glucans (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) that work as an immune-enhancing agent. The natural yeast beta 1,3/1,6 glucan was developed by using a proprietary process that extracts the ingredient from the cell wall of a proprietary...

Global study examines impact of childhood nutrition on height, BMI

09-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The international team behind a new global analysis caution that highly variable childhood nutrition may lead to stunted growth and a rise in childhood obesity— factors that could affect a child's health their entire life.

COVID-inspired study links high vitamin A, E, and D intake to fewer respiratory complaints

04-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

An analysis of nationally representative long term survey data has found that high vitamin A, E, and D intake may be linked to fewer respiratory complaints in adults.

Pandemic boosts need for tracking technology in supply chain

27-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The demand for nutraceuticals and functional foods is expected to witness an upward surge driven by immunity-boosting supplements during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the current times exposing need for technology to address immediate global needs with...

NutraVideo: Zinc, vitamin D are key in COVID fight

26-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The dietary supplement market has been flooded with new products, with an unprecedented demand in immune health. A recent Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN)-IPSOS survey found that vitamin D usage jumped 37% and zinc grew 17% amid the pandemic.

SmartyPants unveils new line for multifunctional immune support

15-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

SmartyPants recently announced it is expanding its product lines with the launch of its new immunity series of supplements. The immune support formulas work with a combination of clinically-proven ingredients and are taken to compliment daily multivitamins.

NutraCast Podcast: Dr. Chris D’Adamo on the role probiotics in COVID-19

09-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

About 70% of the immune system is housed in the gut, so it’s no wonder probiotic bacteria have been shown to have a number of beneficial immune and health effects. With a pandemic playing out before us and immune-supporting ingredients at the forefront,...

Researchers investigate gut microbiome and COVID-19 connection

25-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The recent webinar "The Human Microbiome and COVID-19: Investigating a Potential Connection" offered an exclusive look into a pioneering clinical investigation that wrapped up in August. The research is being led by Dr. Martin J. Blaser, Henry...

Is the nutraceutical industry prepared for a second wave of COVID?

08-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Based on interviews with key players across the globe, industry is locked and loaded should a second round of coronavirus strike.

NutraCast Podcast: Are brands responsible for consumer reviews? Atty Marc Ullman weighs in

04-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

When it comes to discussing immunity and other health claims, marketers have to be cautious, especially in the current climate. A recent National Advertising Division (NAD) decision stated this is an “unprecedented time” and declared it would fulfill...

FTC to marketers: Stop making unsupported COVID treatment claims

17-Aug-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The Federal Trade Commission has sent another round of warning letters to marketers making unsubstantiated COVID-19 health claims. The FTC’s message is simple: Prove it or remove it.

FTC hits marketer with lawsuit over pricey ‘FDA accepted’ COVID-19 ‘treatment’ plan

04-Aug-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The Federal Trade Commission charged Golden Sunrise Nutraceutical, Inc. with deceptively advertising an ‘Emergency D-Virus’ treatment as a scientifically proven way to treat COVID-19. The company even went as far as claiming their treatment was ‘FDA accepted.’

NutraCast Podcast: CSPI’s Laura MacCleery on ‘antiviral' supplements in the marketplace

04-Aug-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Over 70% of Americans take dietary supplements, and by now, most consumers have probably noticed the disclaimer that says "This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.”

New Hope cancels Expo East show

16-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

New Hope Network, a division of Informa Markets, has announced that its Expo East trade show, which had been scheduled for late September in Philadelphia, has been cancelled.

Herbal ingredient supplier benefits from incontinence product supply problems

07-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

The unpredictable spikes in demand that are distorting the supply chain in the current crisis has created another opportunity, in this case for herbal ingredients that help adults deal with urinary incontinence issues.