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Digestive Health | Herbs & Botanicals | Natural/Organic | Women's Health

Podcast: Erin Stokes, ND, on Natural Health Strategies and the Role for Dietary Supplements

MegaFood’s medical director addresses nutrient density and soil health, mood and the microbiome, and underserved women’s health issues.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.21.23

Supporting Musculoskeletal Health: Tending to Muscles, Joints, and Bones

Diet, exercise, and supplement solutions can pay dividends.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.01.23

Consumer Trends | Contract Manufacturing | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements

Dosage and Delivery Innovations Help Manufacturers Meet Common Challenges

Advancing technologies enhance solubility, bioavailability, and metabolism of challenging dietary supplement formulations.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.01.23

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Medical Nutrition | Research

Sonoran University of Health Sciences: Lifelong Learning of Nature’s Healing Power

Paul Mittman, president and CEO discusses recent updates and future plans for the University.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group 03.01.23

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News

Gender Equity in Nutraceuticals Event Open to Natural Products ExpoWest Attendees

Women In Nutraceuticals nonprofit will host networking opportunities on Thursday, Mar. 9 from 4-6 pm PT.

02.27.23

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Sports Nutrition

Nuritas: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Speak the Language of Life

The biotech company is reimagining the ingredient discovery process.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 02.21.23

Antioxidants | Cardiovascular Health | Research

Polyphenol-Rich Extract Shown to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk Marker

A study linked DSM’s Fruitflow to a significant reduction in TMAO levels in 22 overweight and obese adults.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.20.23

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Mood Health & Sleep | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Common Sense Solutions to Regulating Cannabis and CBD

Blake Ebersole, president and founder of NaturPro Scientific tells the ‘honest and unvarnished truth’ to his clients.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon / Area Code 420 02.09.23

Breaking News | Cognitive Function | Dietary Supplements | Mood Health & Sleep | Supplier News

Gnosis Relaunches Adonat SAMe Ingredient

The relaunch of the ingredient is part of the brand’s expansion of its mood and emotional wellbeing ingredients portfolio.

01.11.23

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Mergers & Acquisitions

What to Expect from Investment and M&A Activity in the Vitamin, Mineral, Supplement Industry

John Farr, Managing Director at Columbia West Capital, gives his assessment of the state of investment during challenging and uncertain times.

By Sheldon Baker 01.09.23

Top Trends in CBD: 2022 Market Year in Review

Regulatory uncertainty has held innovation back, but companies are moving forward with science and on-trend formulations.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group 12.19.22

Dietary Supplements | Minerals | Mood Health & Sleep | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Formulating for Calm: Drink, Breathe, Relax

Cheryl Accardi, founder and president of Anxiety Aide, developed a natural solution for a common concern.

By Sheldon Baker 12.01.22

Antioxidants | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Fatty Acids | Functional Foods & Beverages | Omega-3s

Walnut Snacks Appeal to Keto Crowd with Healthy, Clean Profile

Crazy Go Nuts Co-Founder and CMO Courtney Carini has developed a line of snacks and nut-butters that continues to grow nationwide.

By Sheldon Baker 12.01.22

Breaking News | Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Supplier News

Layn Introduces Instant Tea Extract Powders for Foods and Beverages

The powders are suitable for hot and cold ready-to-drink products, as well as food preservation and flavor applications.

11.29.22

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations

FDA Warning Letters Take Aim at Foods and Beverages Containing CBD

Recent batches of warning letters signal the agency’s focused on more than disease claims.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.28.22

Dietary Supplements | Regulations | Weight Management/Weight Loss

Weight Loss, Muscle Building In the Crosshairs

Experts discussed legislative efforts to restrict access to certain dietary supplement categories.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.28.22

Breaking News | Cognitive Function | Immune Function | Supplier News

Kyowa Hakko USA Engaged SupplySide West Attendees with Immunotype Identification and Tap Challenge

Health ingredient manufacturer highlighted its IMMUSE postbiotic and Cognizin citicoline.

11.14.22

Probiotics & Prebiotics | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

FrieslandCampina Ingredients Offering Prebiotic and Protein Innovations

Company will discuss its Biotis GOS-OP High Purity and Plantaris plant-based protein powder solutions.

10.31.22

Top Trends in the Global Functional Food and Drink Market for 2023

Consumers are eager for mood and mind benefits, and the healthy aging conversation becomes more important.

By Julian Mellentin, Director and Founder, New Nutrition Business 10.25.22

Contract Manufacturing | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements

DSM to Showcase Ingredients for a Variety of Health Benefits

The global ingredients supplier is focused on immunity, brain health, gut health, early life nutrition, weight management, sports nutrition, and more.

10.21.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Research | World Markets

Women in Nutraceuticals Debuts to Drive Equity, Unlock and Amplify the Potential of Women

Nonprofit focused on increasing female leadership roles, securing funding for women-led businesses, and improving participation in science and research.

10.10.22

Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals

Sparkling Hemp Beverages: A Rhythm for All Day-Parts

Co-Founder and CEO Ian Monat discusses his company’s functional formulations and the various use-cases for CBD.

By Sheldon Baker 10.03.22

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Natural/Organic | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Clean Label and Free-From Solutions for On-Demand Formulations

Gil Bakal of A&B Ingredients discusses innovative ingredients that offer better, broader functionality.

By Sheldon Baker 10.03.22

Zinc Will Be In High Demand This Winter, According to Supplier

Gadot Biochemical Industries is preparing to fulfill the product pipeline for the upcoming season when immune support products will be sought after.

09.26.22

Contract Manufacturing | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Digestive Health | Natural/Organic

Formulation Solutions for Organic Dietary Supplements

Ashland is well positioned to meet growing demand for organic products with range of binders, coatings, chewable bases, and more.

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Weight Management/Weight Loss

The Skinny on Weight Management in Our Transformational Year

Wellness companies that approach this category with clinical research and science to substantiate claims can be impactful.

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Medical Nutrition

Registered Dietitians in the Natural Products Industry: Friend or Foe?

The natural products industry is evolving in many ways, with rapid growth and increased sales. Dietitians are playing a sizable role.

By Greg Stephens, Windrose Partners and Sheila Campbell, PhD, RD 09.08.22

Weight Management: Supplements Find Their Place in a Bigger Picture

Consumers trying to lose weight seek benefits beyond a number on a scale or tape measure.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.08.22

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Medical Nutrition

A Dietitian’s Perspective on Nutrition Knowledge and Keeping an Open Mind

Dietitians are now in almost every company and play an integral role in helping develop new products, marketing and educational support, and more.

By Karen Todd, RD, CSCS, EP-C, CISSN, Vice President of Global Brand Marketing, Kyowa Hakko U.S.A., Inc. 09.08.22

Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Mood Health & Sleep

Managing Emotional Health: Implications for Public Health and Society

It’s been a stressful couple of years here on planet Earth.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.08.22

A Deep Well for Hydration, Complex Flavors, and Health Ingredients

Bottled waters today can help consumers maintain their physical and mental health, one sip at a time.

By Christine Esposito, Managing Editor, Happi 09.01.22

Antioxidants | Dietary Supplements | World Markets

Shaheen Majeed Discusses Corporate Culture, Work-Life Balance, and What He Values Most

The CEO of BGG Americas also reflects on the differences and similarities of global companies.

By Sheldon Baker 08.30.22

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Industry & Market News | Natural/Organic | World Markets

Environmental Concerns on the Rise, According to Mintel Sustainability Barometer

Climate change, air quality, and plastic pollution top the list of consumer priorities.

08.22.22

Functional Foods & Beverages | Sweeteners

Icon Foods Appoints Operations and Marketing Leaders

Ian McGuiness and Angela Squire have joined the ingredient supplier as director of operations and marketing manager respectively.

08.19.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | People News | Regulations

Lauren Aronson Joins Amin Talati Wasserman, LLP

The advertising lawyer was previously a partner at Crowell & Moring, LLP.

08.17.22

Breaking News | Natural/Organic | Supplier News

Two IFF Health Ingredients Certified as Upcycled

Company said it continues to reassess applications for side-stream materials from manufacturing, food waste-reduction and new upcycled ingredients.

07.18.22

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Mood Health & Sleep | Quality & Safety

A Growing Herbal Products Market Still Faces Formidable Threats, Challenges

Environmental and social stewardship can help sustain long-term interests and build trust among consumers. It’s good for business too.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 07.18.22

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Nutrition Bars & Snacks

Nutrition and Flavor: Formulating for Modern Product Preferences

In better-for-you food options that often feature functional health ingredients, getting the flavor right requires expert calculation.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 07.18.22

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

FTC Official Discusses Dietary Supplement Enforcement

Serena Viswanathan, associate director for advertising practices, discussed the agency’s priorities and day-to-day enforcement activity.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 07.11.22

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Products

CTRL Launches Meal On-The-Go Bars

This marks the company’s expansion into functional foods following a friends and family investment round.

06.23.22

Antioxidants | Energy | Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals

Upcycled Coffeeberry® Cascara Offers Versatility in Functional Beverage Development

Ryan Wories, Director of Marketing at FutureCeuticals discusses the ingredient’s formulation potential and appeal to eco-conscious consumers.

Dietary Supplements | Research | Sports Nutrition

HMB Supplementation May Benefit Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness

The amino acid metabolite was tested in a population of 24 professional soccer players.

06.10.22

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Energy | Industry & Market News | Products

Optimum Nutrition Shares Consumer Survey Results on Energy During Summer Fridays

Survey, honing in on summer Fridays, speaks to the need young consumers have to stay hydrated and energized during the longer summer days.

06.08.22

FrieslandCampina Ingredients Launches High-Purity Prebiotic Fiber

The latest product in the Biotis profile contains 90% galacto-oligosaccharides.

06.08.22

Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Mood Health & Sleep

Tapping Functional Beverages to Meet Modern Wellness Needs

The category continues to offer new opportunities as health demands evolve, but competition and supply issues present ongoing challenges.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 06.02.22

Dietary Supplements

Chris Hillman Discusses Trends and Challenges in Today’s Competitive Job Market

The president and executive recruiter for SearchPath of Chicago, Inc. is entering his 24th year in the executive search business.

By Sheldon Baker 06.02.22

Kyowa Hakko Appoints Dr. Colin Hill to Immuse Scientific Advisory Board

In his new role, Hill will work to further advance the understanding and education surrounding postbiotics.

05.19.22

Nootropics and Adaptogens Respond to Demand for Mind and Mood Support

Product success is challenging, and rare, according to Julian Mellentin, who has authored a new strategy briefing.

05.17.22

Environmental, Social and Governance in the Cannabis Industry: A Perfect Storm is Brewing

Marc Ross discusses how companies getting in front of ESG are well-positioned to win investors, talent, and customers.

By Sheldon Baker, CEO Baker Dillon Group LLC 05.03.22

Antioxidants | Herbs & Botanicals | Research

James Roza of Layn Natural Ingredients: Driving the Science and Botanical Innovation

The chief scientific officer for Layn Natural Ingredients has over 30 years of experience in the natural products and nutraceutical industry.

By Sheldon Baker, CEO of Baker Dillon Group 05.03.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Regulations

Steve Mister and Tara Falsani to Co-Chair ACI/CRN Dietary Supplements Forum

The two regulatory experts in the dietary supplements industry will lead the two-day event.

04.14.22

Digestive, Gut Health Solutions Offer Downstream Benefits

Unique ingredients and understanding of their mechanisms can help formulators deliver products that address numerous pain points.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.14.22

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

Diana Morgan, Founder of What’s Up With Supps, Leads with Passion and Purpose

New VP of Global Regulatory at Nutrabolt has built a must-attend series of networking events.

By Sheldon Baker 04.14.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News

Marketing Executive Elyse Lovett Launches New Marketing and Advertising Agency

Lovett Marketing and Advertising, LLC will focus on results-driven, science-based marketing for dietary supplements and functional foods/beverages.

04.08.22

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Natural/Organic | Sports Nutrition

BESO Wellness Taps Tradition to Offer Modern Cannabis Formulations

CEO Megan Blackwell has distilled the best nature can offer, to deliver a line of products that appeal to everyone from elite athletes to business executives.

By Sheldon Baker 04.07.22

Breaking News | People News | Supplier News

Stratum Nutrition Announces New Hires, Promotions

Several developments took place in the ingredient supplier’s account management and marketing teams.

03.04.22

Herbs & Botanicals

Hello Again Brand Sets to Lift Women’s Health with Cannabis Product Line

Co-Founder Carrie Mapes discusses menopause and addressing an underserved group of women.

By Sheldon Baker , Area Code 420 03.02.22

Dietary Supplements | Minerals | World Markets

Michelle Martin Combines Passion & Purpose as President and COO of Cypress Systems

She discusses strategies for addressing modern business challenges and her plans for company growth.

By Sheldon Baker 03.02.22

FrieslandCampina Ingredients Discusses 2022 Trends

The supplier broke down the themes it projects will drive purchase decisions in the coming year.

01.31.22

Dietary Supplements | Digestive Health | Healthy Aging | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Research

The Future of Microbiome Research and Precision Nutrition

Prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics, and more will offer emerging pathways to benefit public health.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 01.26.22

Healthcare Trends | Healthy Aging | World Markets

‘Mingling Maven’ Susan RoAne Offers Tips for Working the Virtual Meeting Room

How to Work a Room author says some of the same ground rules still apply in the digital age.

By Sheldon Baker 01.26.22

GOED Announces New Hires for Engagement, Communications Positions

The omega-3s trade association announced three new positions within the company, including two new staff members.

01.20.22

BGG World Appoints Shaheen Majeed as CEO

Majeed will fill in the role upon the retirement of current CEO Bob Cappelli.

01.17.22

Kerry Releases Global, Regional Taste Charts for 2022

The flavor and nutrition company shared key consumer shifts that will shape food and beverage innovation and product launches in 2022.

01.13.22

RDNs Predict Diet Trends for 2022 and Beyond in 'What’s Trending in Nutrition' Survey

The study, conducted by Pollock Communications and Today’s Dietitian, relied on input from 1,173 Registered Dietitian Nutritionists.

01.06.22

Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Packaging | Products | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Nutiva Launches Purpose-Driven Rebrand with New Logo and Packaging

Anne Thompson, chief marketing officer, discussed what branding with purpose means in the food industry today.

12.06.21

Dietary Supplements | Fatty Acids | Research | Vitamins

An Interview with Hikaru Asari, Senior Executive, J-Oil Mills, Inc.

Hikaru Asari is a senior executive for Tokyo, Japan-based J-Oil Mills, Inc., brands and marketing, overseeing the company’s global fine materials products unit.

By Sheldon Baker 12.03.21

Take Caution: Top Nutraceutical Trends to Reassess in 2022

Misconceptions about the power of individual market segments, motivators, and influencers are putting companies on a precarious path in some cases.

By Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan & Dr. Catherine Adams Hutt, Sloan Trends, Inc. 12.03.21

Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Natural/Organic

CBD-Infused Beverages Designed to Deliver Flavor and Experience

Christopher Lackner, co-founder of jeng, LLC discussed opportunities in today’s functional beverage market.

By Sheldon Baker 12.03.21

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News | Natural/Organic

Nutrient Density Emerging as Nutrition Marketing Tool

Nutrient density identifies the amount of beneficial nutrients in a food product (protein, fiber, vitamins/minerals) per energy content, weight, or serving.

11.17.21

Collagen’s Surge Indicates Consumer Desire for Animal Proteins, New Nutrition Business Reports

Compelling increases in online searches and social media discussions, especially among younger crowds, suggest people want more than just plant-based products.

11.17.21

Active Lifestyles Lead Health Markets in Fresh Directions

Consumers have a spectrum of needs as they focus on getting fit and staying active.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 11.11.21

Key Trends in Functional Foods and Beverages for 2022 and Beyond

Conventional wisdom from years ago has been defied. Brands that get the basics right and harness them to consumer trends will be on a good path.

By Julian Mellentin, Director, New Nutrition Business 11.11.21

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

An Interview with Charlie Kotani, President, Charlie K Consulting

He was an executive officer of the Kyowa/Kirin family for 37 years helping companies solve complex challenges and decisions.

By Sheldon Baker 11.11.21

Plant-Based Pet Health Ingredient Targets Weight Management

Layn Natural Ingredients' TruGro, a complex of polyphenol-rich green tea extracts and compounds naturally occurring in green tea leaves, is NASC-certified.

11.08.21

Cosmeceuticals / Nutricosmetics | Healthy Aging | Herbs & Botanicals | Skin Health

Growing Interest in CBD Among Beauty Companies

Marketing, manufacturing, and regulatory experts detail the promise and pitfalls of bringing a CBD-based beauty product to market.

By Tom Branna, Editorial Director 11.04.21

Cosmeceuticals / Nutricosmetics | Healthcare Trends | Healthy Aging | Herbs & Botanicals | Inflammation

Anqunette ‘Q’ Sarfoh Helps Elevate Cannabis and Educate Consumers

Founder of Qulture discusses her health challenges, functional medicine, and her latest product offerings.

By Sheldon Baker, Area Code 420 11.04.21

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Supplier News

Layn Natural Ingredients Adds to Line of Organic Tea Extracts

New ingredients respond to increasing demand for healthy, clean label, functional ingredients.

10.20.21

Layn Natural Ingredients Adopts Sophora Japonica Through ABC’s Adopt-an-Herb Program

The company, which recently launched its first Sophora japonica extract, will support ABC’s HerbMedPro research database.

10.14.21

Omega-3 Supplement Market Influenced by Research, Sourcing, Pandemic Trends

This mature and healthy market is likely to offer growing product diversity and continuing scientific analysis.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 10.08.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Natural/Organic

Personalized Health & The Future of Cannabis

Len May, CEO & co-founder of EndoCanna Health, discusses his journey with cannabis and its potential to improve health for others.

By Sheldon Baker, CEO of the Baker Dillon Group LLC 10.08.21

Dairy-Based Ingredients | Dietary Supplements | Digestive Health | Immune Function | Infant & Children's Health

An Interview with Richelle Talbot of PanTheryx

She has more than 10 years of sales and business development experience in the human nutrition category.

By Sheldon Baker 10.08.21

Dietary Supplements | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Regulations | Regulatory News

Legal Experts Discuss Regulatory Outlook for Nutraceuticals

At Natural Products Expo East, partners from Venable LLP discussed a grab-bag of legal and regulatory topics currently on the radar.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 10.05.21

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News | Natural/Organic

Transparency Helps Build Consumer Trust and Brand Credibility: Innova Market Insights

More than a quarter of global consumers said trust has become more important to them over the past 12 months.

09.24.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | World Markets

An Interview with Arunkanth Krishnakumar of Zeus Hygia

Since co-founding Zeus Hygia Lifesciences, Krishnakumar has focused on developing unexplored Indian herbs and extracts supported by clinical efficacy.

By Sheldon Baker 09.09.21

Weight Management Solutions: Ingredient & Formulation Spotlight

From plant proteins and adaptogens to sugar reduction and blood sugar management, the range of weight wellness formulation options is expanding.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.09.21

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Healthy Aging | Immune Function | Industry & Market News

Consumer Health Focus Reshapes Food, Beverage, Dietary Supplement Innovation

The pandemic has transformed how consumers perceive well-being, with emphasis on prevention but also indulgence.

08.30.21

Health Canada Grants Natural Remedies Two NPNs for BacoMind Bacopa Monnieri Extract

Approved claims center around cognitive wellness for children, teens, and adults.

08.05.21

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News | Infant & Children's Health | Minerals

Food Innovation Partners Aim to Deliver on Children’s Nutrition

Agreement between Balchem and author of book series Ninja Life Hacks to yield branded products that promote healthy relationship with food.

07.27.21

Healthy Living Remains Elusive for Some Despite Priorities on Balanced Diet, Mental Wellness

Consumers aim to maintain healthy habits like exercise and eating well, but many still struggle, survey from Juice Plus+ company finds.

07.27.21

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Industry & Market News | World Markets

Nutrify Today Announces Market Access Services for U.S. Businesses

The nutraceutical commercialization platform is rolling out services for U.S. companies in a partnership with the marketing firm Baker Dillon Group.

06.24.21

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News

‘Clean’ Food Ingredients Attract Consumers, Motivated by Health Goals

Nearly two-thirds (63%) of U.S. adults said the ingredients in a food or beverage have at least a moderate influence on what they buy.

06.18.21

Market Report: Growing Optimism Surrounds New Technologies in Nutrition

A global industry survey conducted by Nutrify Today and Baker Dillon Group reveals optimism regarding the use of new technologies in food and supplements.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.02.21

Cognitive Function | Dietary Supplements | Healthy Aging

An Interview with Erika Lepczyk, CEO & Co-Founder, Memore

Memore is a direct-to-consumer brand dedicated to raising awareness of preventive measures people can take to sustain long-term cognitive health.

By Sheldon Baker 06.02.21

Breaking News | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Supplier News

BIO-CAT Partners with Kerry on Distribution of OPTI-BIOME Probiotic

Kerry to lead sales, marketing, and distribution of the Bacillus subtilis ATCC122264 probiotic strain.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 06.01.21

NattoPharma Launches Company Website and New Brand Identity

The company’s renewed focus on marketing and customer education comes after two decades of the company’s near-exclusive focus on science.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.25.21

Biotis GOS Ingredient Shown to Reduce Self-Reported Anxiety in Young Women

Galacto-oligosaccharides, a prebiotic fiber, may exhibit some effects on the gut-brain axis, the authors of the study said.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.20.21

Four Steps Budding Entrepreneurs Need to Take When Starting a Health and Wellness Company

Always remember what drives you, and why you care about your pursuits.

By Vincent Tricarico, Executive Vice President, Twinlab Consolidation Corporation & NutraScience Labs 05.03.21

Kyowa Hakko Launches Heat-Treated Probiotic Strain for Eye Health

Eyemuse was recently evidenced to reduce eye fatigue by modulating the immune response.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.09.21

AHPA Hires Glenn Christenson as Director of Communications and Marketing

In his role, Christenson will focus on member communications, media engagement, and promoting AHPA’s educational events.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.07.21

CRN, ACI Announce Co-Chairs, Agenda Preview for 9th Annual Forum on Supplements

Topics on strategies for legal, regulatory, and compliance activity which will be discussed are now available to view online.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Cosmeceuticals / Nutricosmetics | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Skin Health

Mary Jane’s Botanicals: Unique Formulations Hand-Crafted with Premium Ingredients

Dahlia Mertens discusses the early days of topical cannabis products, the CBD bubble, and how she’s striving to improve people’s lives.

By Sheldon Baker, Area Code 420 04.01.21

Focus, Endurance, Resilience: The Esports Community is Seeking Out Supplements

The physical and cognitive toll that video games have on their most serious players calls for a diverse lineup of nutraceutical solutions.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.24.21

PanTheryx’s ColostrumOne Now Formulated for Nutrition Bars and Soft Chews

The U.S. market now has additional bovine colostrum applications available from the specialist company.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.23.21

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Open Book Extracts: Innovating for Tomorrow’s Market

Dave Neundorfer has a clear vision to deliver pure and consistent cannabinoids for a range of product types.

By Sheldon Baker 03.03.21

Healthcare Trends | Natural/Organic | Sports Nutrition | World Markets

An Interview with Pete Croatto, Author

His book, From Hang Time to Prime Time: Business, Entertainment, and the Birth of the Modern-day NBA (Atria Books), was released in December 2020.

By Sheldon Baker 03.03.21

Astaxanthin Microencapsulated with Spirulina Targets ‘Mental Agility’ and Healthy Aging

Lubrizol Life Science Health partnered with Neoalgae to deliver, science-backed, high-performance astaxanthin.

01.21.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Minerals | Sports Nutrition

An Interview with Michael Bentley, President, SierraSIl

Canadian natural products company SierraSil Health Inc is on a mission to help one million plus people feel empowered to lead natural, healthy, active lives.

By Sheldon Baker 01.19.21

DuPont Introduces HOWARU, a Probiotic Formulated for Stress

Clinical trials yielded positive results for a new bacterial strain on acute stress tests.

01.12.21

DuPont Nutrition Expands Partnership with Tech Company Plug and Play

The Plug and Play Food and Beverage Program is set to open a new food tech office in Chicago, while it already operates in Silicon Valley.

12.10.20

Two-Thirds of Survey Participants Believe They’re Not Getting Enough Vitamin D

A poll from Lycored found that COVID-19 restrictions are fueling concerns about this deficiency.

11.23.20

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Infant & Children's Health

An Interview with Angela Stephens, CEO, RE-Focus, The Creative Office & A. Stephens & Associates

Her boutique executive search firm is focused on the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, consumer, food, and nutrition industries.

By Sheldon Baker 11.09.20

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements

Podcast: How to Build Enduring Brands in Today’s Nutraceuticals Market

Sheldon Baker offers advice on using new and traditional media tools to meet key performance indicators.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 10.02.20

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Pet Nutraceuticals

CBD Dog Health and Fire Flake Farm: Holistic Healing for Furry Friends

Angela Ardolino is a certified cannabis specialist and holistic pet expert who has been caring for animals for over 20 years.

By Sheldon Baker 10.01.20

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Vitamins

An Interview with Vishal Shah, Director of Nutriventia (a brand of Inventia Healthcare Limited)

Shah is passionate about solving ingredient problems by applying technology platforms that make it easier to deliver and enhance natural products.

By Sheldon Baker 10.01.20

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

An Interview with Douglas Wyatt, Founder, Sovereign Laboratories

Recognized as a leading expert in colostrum, is credited with reintroducing bovine colostrum into human use in the 21st century.

By Sheldon Baker 05.01.20

An Interview with Mark Neveu, PhD, CEO, CSO & Founder, Wellomics

He has a diverse career in cutting-edge exploratory research and translational development studies in both conventional and integrative healthcare.

By Sheldon Baker 01.07.20

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Cannabinoid Testing & Quality: Michael Poleselli on the VivAssure Standard

Founder & CEO of Vivion Specialties discusses the company’s products, testing protocols, and regulatory expectations.

By Sheldon Baker 12.10.19

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Testing

Elan Sudberg, Alkemist Labs: Responsible Standards to Yield Long-Term Stability

Accurate, precise testing necessary to ensuring consumer confidence in cannabis and other herbal products.

By Sheldon Baker 12.04.19

An Interview with Scott Steinford, Founder of Trust Transparency

A strategist, organization optimizer, author and speaker, Steinford has an extensive track record in the pharmaceutical and nutrition industries.

By Sheldon Baker 12.04.19

An Interview with Andreas Wolf, President of Eye Promise

Business leader driven by personal values of hard work, trust and integrity.

By Sheldon Baker 11.05.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Bluebird Botanicals: Earning Trust Through Quality & Customer Service

Founder and CEO Brandon Beatty aims to be the voice of reason in the CBD industry, guiding consumers to accurate scientific information.

By Sheldon Baker 10.14.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals

CBD Talk Podcast Host Dawn Peacock: Slashing Stigmas & Countering Misinformation

Podcast focused on relaying science to the public in a way that’s easy to understand.

By Sheldon Baker 10.08.19

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

CBD Insurance: ‘The Perfume of the Premium’ Strengthens

The insurance marketplace for hemp growers and CBD manufacturers will continue to expand.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group LLC 10.07.19

Dietary Supplements | Digestive Health | Healthcare Trends | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Testing

An Interview with Manoj Dadlani, CEO, CosmosID

Dadlani is CEO of the Maryland-based provider of industry-leading solutions for unlocking the microbiome.

By Sheldon Baker 10.07.19

Happy Pets, Happy Consumers: Developing On-Trend Pet Nutrition Products

The role pets play in U.S. households has been redefined, and more people are buying products designed to support a long and healthy life for their furry pals.

By Kevin Owen, PhD, Global Business Development, Companion Animals Lonza Consumer Health & Nutrition 09.09.19

Contract Manufacturing | Dietary Supplements

An Interview with Ned Becker of Columbia Nutritional

Over the course of his career, Becker has worked with hundreds of different brands.

By Sheldon Baker 09.09.19

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Cannovia: Clearing Up CBD Market Confusion

CEO Brian Baum discusses the future of CBD innovation and product development.

By Sheldon Baker 08.30.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Emerald Bioceuticals: Broad Support for the Endocannabinoid System

With a 25-year history of leading innovative and cutting-edge companies, Jade Beutler is an accomplished natural products industry executive.

By Sheldon Baker 08.12.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Balanced Health Botanicals: Fueling The CBD Movement

CEO Chase Terwilliger discusses the good, the bad, and the future of hemp and CBD.

By Sheldon Baker 08.02.19

Sports Nutrition: Not Just for Athletes Anymore

The market for sports/active nutrition is being re-invigorated by new users focused on functional nutrition for healthier lifestyles. Read the report.

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Mile High Labs: Stephen Mueller & The Mile High Monster

As chief technology officer and founder, he is the technical visionary of Mile High Labs and is designing/building and operating the future of hemp extraction.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group LLC 07.03.19

Men's Health | Women's Health

An Interview with Tracey Seipel, ND, of the Seipel Group

CEO and founder of Australian-based Seipel Group, Dr. Seipel is a renowned naturopathic doctor, medical herbalist, and clinical nutritionist.

By Sheldon Baker 07.03.19

Herbs & Botanicals

Area Code 420 Has Arrived

Introducing Nutraceuticals World’s new Q&A column featuring entrepreneurs in the CBD, cannabis, hemp, and cannabinoid markets.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group LLC 07.03.19

Digestive Health | Immune Function | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

An Interview with Christopher Detzel of Entera Health

Detzel, PhD, is director of research and development; he has led both the non-clinical and clinical research programs since 2016.

By Sheldon Baker 06.03.19

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Minerals

An Interview with Ohad Cohen of Gadot Biochemical Industries

Cohen is the CEO of Gadot Biochemical Industries, a manufacturer of ingredients and fortifying minerals for the food, beverage, and nutraceutical industries.

By Sheldon Baker 05.02.19

Quality & Safety | Testing

An Interview with Tony Nguyen of Dyad Labs

VP of corporate relations has over 17 years of experience in the dietary supplement, food and beverage, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.

By Sheldon Baker 04.01.19

Antioxidants | Dietary Supplements | Energy | Healthy Aging | Research

An Interview with Greg Macpherson, CEO of MitoQ Ltd

MitoQ Ltd is a health supplement company that focuses on mitochondrial health with its breakthrough mitochondria-targeted antioxidant called MitoQ.

By Sheldon Baker 03.01.19

Functional Foods & Beverages | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

An Interview with Yoshiaki Shiraishi of Fuji Plant Protein Labs

Yoshiaki Shiraishi serves as president and CEO of San Francisco-based Fuji Plant Protein Labs (FPPL).

By Sheldon Baker 01.03.19

Healthcare Trends

An Interview with Mitchell Stevko of Growth CEO Advisors

Chief executive of Growth CEO Advisors helps business leaders who are doing good in the world to fund, grow, and exit.

By Sheldon Baker 12.06.18

Herbs & Botanicals

An Interview with Anurag Agarwal of Natural Remedies

Anurag Agarwal is CEO and managing director of Bengaluru, Karnataka, India-based Natural Remedies.

By Sheldon Baker 11.01.18

Cognitive Function | Herbs & Botanicals

An Interview with Joyce Cascella of Diana Food

As the consumer health category manager, Ms. Cascella supports Diana Food’s marketing initiatives in health and nutrition.

By Sheldon Baker 10.01.18

Healthcare Trends

An Interview with Mark Alyn of Late Night Health

An award-winning radio and television host and producer, Mark Alyn’s broadcast history spans several decades.

By Sheldon Baker 09.10.18

Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety

An Interview with Michael Chernyak of CK Ingredients

He has been president of the company since October 2003, when he acquired the business from the company’s founder.

By Sheldon Baker 07.02.18

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Natural/Organic | Vitamins

An Interview with Arun Natarajan of Avlaan Inc.

Mr. Natarajan has 20+ years of experience in supply chain management within the technology, food, and healthcare industry.

By Sheldon Baker 06.04.18

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends

An Interview with John Siefert of STYR Labs

He is responsible for strategy, development, and positioning of the STYR Personalized Nutrition as a Service platform.

By Sheldon Baker 05.01.18

Herbs & Botanicals

An Interview with Holly Johnson, PhD, of AHPA

Dr. Johnson is the chief science officer for the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA).

By Sheldon Baker 04.02.18

Herbs & Botanicals

An Interview with Wilson Lau of Nuherbs

Wilson Lau is vice president of Oakland, CA-based Nuherbs, an importer of organic and pharmacopeia grade Chinese herbs.

By Sheldon Baker 03.01.18

Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Testing

An Interview with Tom Flannery of Vivion, Inc.

Mr. Flannery is vice president of strategic business for Vivion, Inc., San Carlos, CA.

By Sheldon Baker 01.05.18

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Minerals | Vitamins

An Interview with Sherry Wang of ingredientsonline.com

Ms. Wang is a successful business leader and entrepreneur in Southern California.

By Sheldon Baker 12.04.17

Contract Manufacturing | Delivery & Dosage Technologies

An Interview with Shaun Ahuja of Nutracode

The entrepreneur has spearheaded Nutracode's mission to provide consumer friendly and innovative supplement delivery systems.

By Sheldon Baker 11.01.17

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals

An Interview with Nirmal Yogi of Narmada Nariveda Ayurveda Research Institute

CEO of Ayurvedic product line discusses formulating modern products with traditional ingredients.

By Sheldon Baker 10.02.17

Healthcare Trends

An Interview with Michelle Simon, PhD, ND, of the Institute for Natural Medicine

Dr. Simon is a licensed naturopathic physician dedicated to improving the quality and delivery of healthcare.

By Sheldon Baker 09.07.17

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals

An Interview with Prabhu Ramachandran of Stiriti Ayur Therapies Pvt Ltd

Founder and managing director of India-based herbal extracts manufacturer talks botanical trends.

By Sheldon Baker 07.05.17

Quality & Safety | Regulations

An Interview with Larisa Pavlick of the United Natural Products Alliance

Ms. Pavlick has 20 years of combined experience working within the dietary supplement industry.

By Sheldon Baker 06.02.17

Herbs & Botanicals | Men's Health | World Markets

An Interview with Sue McKinney of Crila Health

Ms. McKinney, director of Crila Health, is an entrepreneur who moved to Vietnam in 1994.

By Sheldon Baker 05.01.17

Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Regulations

An Interview with George A. Burdock, PhD, of the Burdock Group

Dr. Burdock has 25+ years of experience dealing with regulatory issues related to product safety and risk assessment.

Sheldon Baker 04.03.17

Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Natural/Organic

An Interview with Keiji Saika of Toyo Rice Corporation

Keiji Saika has been CEO and president of Wakayama, Japan-based Toyo Rice Corporation since 1985.

Sheldon Baker 03.01.17

An Interview with Victor Ferrari of Horphag Research

As CEO, Mr. Ferrari is responsible for overseeing the company’s worldwide operations.

Sheldon Baker 01.04.17

An Interview with Hame Persaud of HP Ingredients

Mr. Persaud is driven by a lifelong passion for holistic health and wellness.

Sheldon Baker 12.05.16

An Interview with John Tobin

John G. Tobin is the president/CEO and founder of NutraFood Science Delivery System, Inc. (NSDS, Inc.) and co-owner of NutraFood Nutrients, Inc. (NNI). NSDS is the creator of a product line of Strip Melts fast-melting oral strips that are able to stabilize the highest load of active ingredients ever to be assembled in an oral strip product in the world to date.

Sheldon Baker 03.16.12