Consultants Association for the Natural Products Industry (CANI)

Dietary Supplements | Natural/Organic | Quality & Safety | World Markets

(Re)Open for Business: China’s Strong Demand for Natural Products Spells Opportunity for U.S. Brands

The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has established an e-channel for companies to sell supplements to China despite trade uncertainties.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.24.23

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

Understanding FTC’s Warning to Industry: Considerations for the Natural Products Industry

Notices are seen as a maneuver after the Supreme Court ruled FTC can no longer use Section 13(b) of the FTC Act to collect fines from first-time offenders.

By James Gormley, Gormley NPI Consulting 05.22.23

Building on Steps to Improve Children’s Health Around the World

What role can dietary supplements play in supporting the health of vulnerable populations?

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.01.23

Consumer Trends | Functional Foods & Beverages | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Meet the New Meat: Will Cell Culture Technology Reinvent the World’s Food Menus?

Food made from cultured animal cells are coming, but many questions, concerns, and issues are still on the table.

By Erik Goldman, Holistic Primary Care 04.27.23

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Natural/Organic

‘Identifying the Elephant in the Room’: Confronting Controversial Topics

It’s our responsibility to press on difficult issues like sexism and racism in order to improve experiences for the next generation.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.30.23

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Infant & Children's Health | Women's Health

'What’s Up With Supps' Event at Expo West Raises Over $8,000 for Vitamin Angels

Donation will contribute to nonprofit’s mission to improve nutrition and health outcomes for pregnant women, infants, and young children worldwide.

03.17.23

Disappearing Act: The Battle Over Dietary Supplement Ingredients and the Drug Exclusion Provision

Increasingly, FDA has used this ‘race to market’ language of DSHEA to prevent or remove safe and legitimate dietary ingredients from commerce.

By James J. Gormley, Gormley NPI Consulting 03.16.23

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Natural/Organic

‘Identifying the Elephant in the Room’ Series to Address Sexism and Inequality

Virtual event brings professionals together to address and discuss communications challenges in the natural products industry.

03.14.23

Antioxidants | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Research

A Paradigm Shift for Antioxidants?

Better communication about bioactive food compounds can engage consumers in a way antioxidant marketing hasn’t before.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.01.23

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

The Future of Food and Supplements May Be Just Ahead of Us

AI and SynBio are coming online. What does that mean for the natural products industry?

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.01.23

Breaking News | Industry & Market News

INICIVOX Launches Webinar Series on Industry Gender Inequality

The six-part virtual series will feature professionals sharing experiences and challenging organizations to achieve equity in the natural products industry.

02.28.23

Contract Manufacturing | Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Dietary Supplement Quality Assurance Programs Critical to Natural Products Industry Success

Practical steps to implementing quality measures and ensuring compliance with FDA regulations.

By Haven McCall, DRSc, CEO, Canyon Labs 02.14.23

Contract Manufacturing | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals

Manufacturing Herbal Supplements for a Demanding Market

Strong relationships between contract manufacturers and their suppliers and clients support innovation and help meet growing consumer demand.

By Michael McGuffin, President, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 02.10.23

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News

Senate Resolution Recognizes Dietary Supplement Industry’s Role in Health and Economy

Trade associations commended Sponsors Mike Lee (R-UT) and Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) for introducing the resolution.

02.09.23

Dietary Supplements

ICYMI: Top Content from January 2023 on NutraceuticalsWorld.com

Our most-viewed stories in January included vitamin D research, FTC action, and more.

02.08.23

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

NPA Announces Annual Capitol Hill Advocacy ‘Fly-In’ Day

Natural products industry stakeholders are invited to meet with members of Congress to discuss public policy topics.

02.06.23

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations

Natural Products Association Blasts FDA for Punting CBD Issues to Congress

FDA rejected NPA’s petition that asked the agency to clear a regulatory pathway for CBD and to review safety data from cbdMD.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 01.27.23

Dietary Supplements | Regulations | World Markets

Battles That Have United the Natural Products Industry—and Those Which Have Not

Looking back at the Vitamin Volstead Act, DSHEA, Codex, the AER Bill, and MPLs

By James J. Gormley, Gormley NPI Consulting 01.06.23

Dietary Supplements | Regulations | Weight Management/Weight Loss

California Bill Restricting Weight Loss Products Vetoed

The California governor wrote to Assembly members that enforcement would be ‘beyond the scope’ of the public health department’s capabilities.

10.04.22

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

Is It Time for a ‘New FDA’ to Regulate Food and Dietary Supplements?

Proposed legislation aims to create a new agency that would assume responsibilities for the regulation of food and dietary supplements currently held by FDA.

By Michael McGuffin, President, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 09.13.22

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

Formulating for Weight Loss Products

Developers of weight loss nutraceuticals have a wide range of mechanisms to target with safe, efficacious ingredients.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.08.22

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

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 | Dietary Supplements | Functional Foods & Beverages | People News

NutriLeads BV Appoints Joana Carneiro as CEO

Carneiro, who joined the company as chief commercial officer this year, has replaced co-founder and former CEO Erik Dam.

08.23.22

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

Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Safe & Accessible: Dietary Supplements Are Far From ‘Unregulated’

With fewer recalls than conventional foods, drugs, animal products and medical devices, supplements could be considered the safest class of goods FDA regulates.

By Michael McGuffin, President, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 06.02.22

NSF and SCNM’s School of Nutrition Collaborate on Master of Science Program

The new Master’s degree program will equip working professionals with regulatory compliance and nutrition guidelines relevant to the supplements industry.

05.16.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Testing

Quality Testing of CoQ10 and Quercetin Brands Sold on Amazon Finds Continued Failure

Potency issues are prevalent, and several brands claiming to offer products in vegetarian capsules were found to contain gelatin.

05.10.22

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

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

Dietary Supplement ‘Champion,’ and DSHEA Architect, Sen. Orrin Hatch Dies at 88

Utah’s longest-serving Senator was known for working across the aisle, authoring or coauthoring some of the most consequential laws of the past half century.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.25.22

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 | Contract Manufacturing | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety

Trust Transparency Center Shines Light on Contract Manufacturing, Rewards Best-in-Class Firms

CMOs were evaluated based on capabilities and format, certifications, audit history, industry engagement, industry interviews, and more.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.14.22

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals

Cannabis Sales Predicted to Surpass $61 Billion Globally by 2026

While sales softened for most legal cannabis markets in the second half of 2021, new markets are driving growth, according to BDSA report.

04.07.22

New Joint Health Supplement Evidence – Works in 5 days to alleviate knee discomfort

Join Us For Our FREE Webinar on April 6, 2022; 2PM (EST)

03.11.22

Antioxidants | Dietary Supplements | Eye Health | Healthy Aging | Research

The Importance of Three Macular Carotenoids for Eye Health & Visual Performance

Science continues to reveal lutein and zeaxanthin are critical nutrients for health throughout the lifespan.

By Sara Zoet, Senior Expert, Global Communications, OmniActive Health Technologies 03.02.22

Dietary Supplements | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Regulations

NAC Supplements Could be Banned Unless FDA Reverses Course

Warning letters from July 2020 have set off a firestorm, and the stakes are high for medical professionals, patients, and nutraceutical companies.

By Erik Goldman, Holistic Primary Care 03.02.22

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

NPA Appoints Douglas Kalman, PhD, as Director of Scientific Affairs

Kalman’s expertise stems from being an advisor for leading teaching hospitals and clinical research organizations.

03.01.22

Dr. Pierre Kory to Kick Off Presentations At Organic & Natural Health Association Conference

The president of the Front Line of COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance will deliver a keynote speech at the 7th annual event in Fort Myers, Florida.

01.06.22

Breaking News | People News | Regulations | World Markets

In Memoriam: Dick Griffin

The industry veteran who provided insurance services to several trade organizations passed away on December 29.

01.06.22

Fundraiser to Support HBCU Students Interested in Natural Health & Healthcare Careers

Organic & Natural Health Association committed to donating at least $50,000 to the Williams-Franklin Foundation over the next 5 years.

10.16.21

Breaking News | People News | Supplier News

Ingredients by Nature Promotes Allie Mello to Lead Sales Strategy

She will help implement the company’s long-term brand improvement initiatives.

10.05.21

Natural and Organic at Expo East: Valuing Sustainability, Representation and Climate Action

At Natural Products Expo East, experts discussed industry growth and incorporating social values into businesses and brands.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.30.21

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News

Ingredients By Nature Donates to Environmental Group Players for the Planet

The ingredient supplier’s support goes toward an organization which connects professional athletes, teams, and organizations to environmentalist projects.

08.23.21

Consumer Trends | Industry & Market News | World Markets

Pharmavite Partners with One Step Closer for Industry Social Justice Initiative

The J.E.D.I. collaborative seeks to advance equity for consumers and those within the nutrition industry.

06.21.21

Nutricosmetics Reflect Wellness Inside-Out

Consumers understand health is beautiful and are benefitting from a range of innovative, modern product options.

By Lisa Schofield, Contributing Writer 06.02.21

ABC Presents Botanical Excellence Awards at 16th Annual Celebration Ceremony

The one-hour program on May 25 presented six awards to individuals and organizations in the botanicals space.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.26.21

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

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | World Markets

Organic & Natural Health Partners with Williams-Franklin Foundation for HBCU Scholarship Fund

The trade association will raise a minimum of $50,000 to support education expenses for historically Black colleges and universities.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.08.21

Contract Manufacturing | Dietary Supplements | People News

Stephen Cook Joins PLT Health Solutions as Director of Supply Chain

Cook has specialized in supply chain oversight for over 20 years, both in and out of the supplements space.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.03.21

Dietary Supplements | Sports Nutrition

Keeping Community Together During a Pandemic

If you’re feeling pulled in different directions, you’re not alone. At times like these we must appreciate what we have; family and community are our anchors.

By Amber Bennett, Director of Membership, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 10.19.20

Herbs & Botanicals | Immune Function | Quality & Safety | Research

Black Elderberry: A New Age of Science & Quality

With support from clinical findings and increased consumer demand, elderberry is a top ingredient in the dietary supplement and natural products industry.

By Melanie Bush, Director of Science, Artemis International, Inc. 10.01.20

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Immune Function | Regulations

Federal Regulators Slam Doctors for COVID-Related Communications

Some practitioners were not selling or promoting products, they were simply suggesting certain natural substances might offer benefits in improving resilience.

By Erik Goldman, Holistic Primary Care 10.01.20

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Regulations

Are Dietary Supplements ‘Essential’ During Coronavirus Pandemic?

Designation could dictate if industry facilities remain running during this public health crisis.

Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.20.20

Aker BioMarine Puts Sustainability Center Stage

Interactive discussion will highlight importance of stewardship in protecting oceans, and questions buyers should ask when sourcing marine-based ingredients.

10.14.19