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Dietary Supplements | Packaging | Regulations | World Markets

Addressing the Plastic-Packaging Problem: Getting to Zero-Waste with Zero Compromise

As brands commit to sustainability benchmarks, demand for more plastic alternatives is building.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.01.23

Podcast: Thom King on Erythritol Safety, Sugar Reduction and Formulation Strategies

Food scientist and CEO of Icon Foods discusses evolution of clean label sweetening systems in foods, beverages, and gummies.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.03.23

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

Cognitive Function | Nutrition Bars & Snacks | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Healthy, Clean Label Snacks and Nutrition Bars Help Fill Nutrient Gap Cleaved By Modern Lifestyles

Many consumers reach for snacks to help meet their health goals, but they want value and great flavor too.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 01.20.23

Arjuna Extract May Boost Measure of Cardiovascular Endurance

Enovate Biolife’s botanical ingredient was linked to significant improvements in cardiac pumping capacity.

12.12.22

Breaking News | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Mergers & Acquisitions

Vantage Nutrition Acquires AquaCap from Nestlé Health Science

AquaCap’s technology allows for the liquid filling of hard gelatin and vegetarian capsules.

12.05.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Omega-3s | Supplier News | World Markets

GC Rieber VivoMega Announces $75 Million Expansion

The company can now store more than 35,000 U.S. tons of crude fish oil.

11.29.22

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

‘Burn It, Don’t Return It’: The Duty to Destroy Adulterated Material

Experts discuss how companies can guard against adulteration and build in procedures for when issues arise.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.18.22

Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Weight Management/Weight Loss

Can Front of Pack Labeling Improve Nutrition? National Strategy on Hunger and Nutrition Unveiled

Experts call for stronger nutrition standards and a shift from lowest-price decision-making to health-related purchases.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.28.22

Contract Manufacturing | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Packaging

Filling Gummies: User-Friendly Machinery Solutions for Quick Changeovers

Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery Inc. has bottling tools that can prevent bottlenecks and enable tool-less product changeover.

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | People News

Ayana Bio Appoints Frank Jaksch as CEO

The health and wellness industry expert will scale the company’s plant cell technology capabilities to develop sustainable bioactives.

08.24.22

INS Nutra Opens Gummy Manufacturing Facility

The company seeks to provide its manufacturing services to smaller customers in a responsive time frame.

08.04.22

Breaking News | Marine Nutraceuticals | Supplier News

Aker BioMarine to Fund Further Research on Antarctic Ecosystem

Projects will aim to fill data gaps, particularly as climate change impacts in the region accelerate.

07.14.22

EFSA: Data Too Limited To Evaluate CBD as Novel Food Ingredient

In a statement issued by Europe’s foremost food safety authority, several data gaps on the safety of CBD were noted.

06.08.22

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News | World Markets

Cargill to Double Production of Tapioca Syrup

Sourced from the cassava plant, tapioca syrup is used in a wide range of food products.

05.10.22

Breaking News | Energy | Industry & Market News | Marine Nutraceuticals | World Markets

Red Seaweed Digestive Supplement for Cattle Could Reduce Enteric Methane Emissions by 80%

Blue Ocean Barns’ product Brominata has been approved for sale in California.

05.10.22

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Omega-3s | Supplier News | World Markets

GC Rieber VivoMega Announces Construction of New Facility

The company will construct a 32,000 metric ton tank park, and update its technology platform in existing manufacturing plants.

05.02.22

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

Canyon Labs Opens Full-Service Laboratory

The company will offer testing, consulting, and clinical support services through the 17,000 square-foot facility.

03.14.22

Contract Manufacturing | Delivery & Dosage Technologies

Pharmaceutical Oral Solids Market Update

Pharmaceutical CDMOs continue to invest in oral solid dose development and manufacturing capabilities.

By Tim Wright, Editor, Contract Pharma 03.02.22

Breaking News | Dairy-Based Ingredients | Infant & Children's Health | Supplier News

Arla Foods Ingredients Positions to Support Organic Infant Formula

Demand for organic whey and lactose has outpaced supply, but Arla said its ‘milk-to-can’ approach can bridge a market gap.

02.22.22

Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Offer A Sturdy Industry Foundation

Dialing up the performance and personalization of formulations remains a key focus when it comes to mainstream micronutrients.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 01.26.22

Cancer Survivors with Adequate Nutrition had Self-Reported Higher Quality of Life

Based on NHANES data collected from cancer survivors, the authors of a review found that the use of supplements was linked to long-term, cost-effective benefit.

01.11.22

GC Rieber VivoMega Plans to Continue Expansion of Omega-3 Capacity

Most recently, the company finished constructing a 24,000 metric ton tank park in 2020 as part of ongoing efforts to meet demand.

12.08.21

Opportunities & Challenges Continue to Emerge in the Immune Health Market

Shifting market dynamics related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic ensure that competition in the immune support space will be as robust as ever.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 10.08.21

American River Nutrition Affirms GRAS Status of Geranylgeraniol Ingredient

A safety dossier from an independent panel of experts affirms GG-Gold’s safety in foods and beverages.

07.07.21

Experts Suggest Shifting Policy Perspectives from ‘Food Security’ to ‘Nutrition Security’

A new article featured in JAMA suggests policies should focus on making sure the food people have access to is healthy and nourishing.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.27.21

Martin Bauer Announces Installation of Agile Filling System at Bethlehem, PA Facility

The newest line joins the company’s west coast bottling capabilities, expanding coverage for domestic clients.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.21.21

Contract Manufacturing | Medical Nutrition

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Equipment Trends

Demand for flexibility remains the driving force behind equipment systems.

By Kristin Brooks, Managing Editor, Contract Pharma 03.03.21

Contract Manufacturing | Delivery & Dosage Technologies

Oral Solids: Market & Technology Trends

Oral solids remain the preferred route of drug delivery due to their cost-effectiveness, ease of manufacturing, and patient-friendly dose form options.

By Tim Wright, Editor, Contract Pharma 03.03.21