COVID-19 Breaking News
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AHPA, Member Companies Share Concerns About USPS Financial Stability
By Mike Montemarano , Associate Editor || 07.13.20
Like many other CPG categories, herbal product and other dietary supplement companies rely heavily on mail delivery.
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COVID-19: A Challenge for the Practitioner Channel
By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor || 07.06.20
Experts believe the global health crisis will reshape the role that doctors, nutritionists, and others will play in the supplements marketplace.
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Are Americans Widely Deficient in Nutrients Known to Benefit Immune Support?
06.25.20
Data analyzed by NHANES points to major population percentages deficient in major vitamins.
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Dr. Majeed Foundation Makes Contributions to Combat COVID-19 Impact in India
06.25.20
The foundation, started by the founder and chairman of Sabinsa, funded several community outreach programs in India.
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GNC Declares Bankruptcy, Plans to Close Up to 1,200 Stores
06.24.20
The health and wellness retailer plans to become a smaller company and emerge from bankruptcy in the fall.
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Coca-Cola and its Foundation Commit $17 Million Across Africa in Response to COVID-19
06.22.20
Coca-Cola, its bottling companies, and the Coca-Cola Foundation have been working with NGOs to allocate resources to contain the virus’ spread and impact.
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New Hope Network Cancels Natural Products Expo East, Launches ‘Spark Change’
06.16.20
The company’s new digital platform will serve as a launchpad for conferences and debuting products starting in August.
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What Changes Will Last in the Supplement World Post-COVID?
By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor || 06.08.20
While the dietary supplement industry continues to adapt, here's a look at how protocol may be changing for manufacturing, research, marketing and more.
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U. Buffalo: COVID-19 Lockdowns Worsen Childhood Obesity
06.05.20
41 obese children under lockdown substituted physical activity with more TV.
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Vitafoods Europe Transitioning to Virtual Event in September
06.03.20
The convention in Geneva, Switzerland has been cancelled due to ongoing concerns over COVID-19.
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Review Poses Questions of Curcumin’s Possible COVID-19 Benefit
06.03.20
A study co-authored by eight multi-site authors, including Sabinsa’s founder, suggests that curcumin could inhibit the uptake of the virus in the lungs.
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U. of Colorado Study Recommends Choline Use for Pregnant Mothers During COVID-19 Pandemic
06.02.20
Choline form of vitamin B might mitigate fetal brain development issues sparked by potential respiratory infections.
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NPA Makes Recommendations Amid COVID-19 Adulteration Concerns
06.02.20
The trade association pitched import alerts and a greater participation in the SSCI throughout the pandemic and its related shortages.
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FDA Temporarily Loosens Formulation, Vending Machine Regulations
05.28.20
It appears that the new policy will last throughout the COVID-19 public health emergency.
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FDA Issues Another Round of COVID-19 Claim Warning Letters
05.27.20
Companies selling vitamins, CBD, and unapproved drug products have been accused of claiming their products can remedy COVID-19.
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ISOPURE Supports Front Line Workers with Product Donation
05.25.20
Donation part of a broader initiative by parent company Glanbia Performance Nutrition.
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Kyowa Hakko USA Provides Aid to First Responders in NYC
05.21.20
The company will match funds raised for a donation to hospitals in New York City, a global epicenter in the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Gaia Herbs Donates Hand Sanitizer to Local Frontline Workers
05.19.20
Company has increased production and shifted its alcohol-based operations to manufacture CDC-approved hand sanitizer.
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Peru's Anchovy Fishing Season Reopens
05.12.20
Abnormal weather patterns sullied fishing off Peru's north-central coast early this year, and COVID-19 concerns will hamper operations to a certain extent.
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NPA Joins Coalition of Companies Requesting Extended Breaks on Import Duties
05.08.20
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans for Free Trade believes more must be done to alleviate the burden of tariffs on overseas imports.
