Nutraceuticals World

NSF Begins New Certification Program

The third-party testing organization will also expand its dietary supplement GMP program to include manufacturers of cosmetics, personal care, and over-the-counter products.

01.14.21

AHPA Requests FDA Take a New Approach on Produce Regulation Affecting Herbs

Many herbs are subject to the same requirements as vegetables which are eaten raw.

01.14.21

GOED Publishes Consumer Guidance on Omega-3 Supplement Care

The organization explains the basics on products, health benefits, and handling of omega-3s on its consumer education site.

01.04.21

AHPA Updates Online Botanical Safety Handbook

The update includes safety information pertinent to four botanical products.

01.04.21

FTC Takes Action on CBD Claims, Issuing Penalties

CRN voiced support for the enforcement action, and reminded observers about the need for a legal pathway to market.

12.18.20

FDA Warns Against Male Enhancement and Weight Loss Products Sold Online

The agency reported on a list of nearly 50 products which contain potentially dangerous drug ingredients.

12.18.20

Fish Oil Supplements Don’t Raise Bad Cholesterol Levels, New Study Finds

In over 9,000 supplement users, there was actually a small but significant decrease in LDL-C, evidencing that the general population is not at risk.

12.17.20

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

Podcast: Personalized Nutrition & DSM’s Revamped Brand Strategy

Company emphasizes high-quality, customized solutions and leading with purpose.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 12.17.20

CoQ10 and D-Ribose Being Investigated in NIH-funded Heart Failure Study

A manuscript highlights the role that these nutrients may play in mitochondrial function of heart cells at risk of dying.

12.15.20

Dr. Tieraona Low Dog Speaks At Virtual Congressional Dietary Supplement Caucus Briefing

Four trade associations contributed to the legislative briefing aimed at discussing the role nutrition in immune health.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 12.14.20

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

Nutralliance Announces GRAS Approval of its Probiotics Line

The certification covers 11 of the supplier’s strains.

12.08.20

FMCG Gurus Discusses 2021 Food, Beverage, and Supplement Trends

Following a tumultuous and turbulent 2020, many of the new attitudes and behaviors surrounding nutrition will carry on into the new year.

12.07.20

Dietary Supplement Leaders Lament Pitfalls of FDA’s Approach to NDIs

Novel dietary ingredients often eschew a required approval process, and execs say this breeds adulteration, low-quality knockoffs, and possible health risks.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 12.07.20

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

The Advantages of Organic, Broad Spectrum Hemp

Mike Hennesy, Wana Brands, discusses the company’s new gummies, innovation, and continuing market evolution.

By Sheldon Baker 12.04.20

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Quality & Safety | Regulations

State of the Industry: Positive Market Outlook Despite COVID-19 Turmoil

Third annual survey reveals gains for businesses as consumers focus on health and wellness, but supply chain disruptions cause concern.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 12.04.20

BAPP Document on Best Practices for Disposing of Adulterants Open for Public Comment

Qualified stakeholders are encouraged to provide comment by December 14th.

12.01.20

Iowa Proposes CBD Legislation in Absence of Federal Regulations

The proposal will be a boon for hemp farmers in the state, the Natural Products Association reports.

11.24.20

Sabinsa Now Tests for RoundUp in its Ingredients

Glyphosate, patented as RoundUp in the ‘70s, is a common pesticide considered to be carcinogenic and dangerous for honeybee populations.

11.24.20

CRN Initiative Designed to Educate Retailers About Probiotics

As living organisms, probiotics must be handled with caution and stored in specific conditions to remain intact.

11.13.20

NOW Test of ALA Products Reveals Significant Potency Problems

With some products testing at below 75% label claims, the company is once again raising concerns about supplements available through Amazon.

11.12.20

Common Sugar Substitutes Have No Impact on Gut Microbiome, Study Reports

Sucralose and aspartame, two common sugar alternatives, didn’t significantly influence the gut microbiota of a small group of participants.

11.11.20

CRN Denounces Multivitamin Study Relying on Self-Reported Data

There were holes in the authors' conclusion that no clinical significance could be achieved through supplement usage, the trade association reports.

11.10.20

Packaging | Quality & Safety

Glass or Plastic: Understanding the Complete Costs & Sustainability Impact

Plastic packaging offers compelling advantages over glass.

By Jeff Johnson, Director of Marketing & New Business Development, Drug Plastics & Glass Co., Inc. 11.09.20

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Testing for Integrity: CBD & Beyond

While the regulatory landscape in the U.S. remains hazy, brands can still proactively ensure products exceed expectations for quality.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 11.09.20

Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Quality & Safety | Sports Nutrition | Testing

Sports Nutrition in 2020: From ‘Clean’ to Compliant

Leaders in this marketplace offered a play-by-play on innovation, research, compliance, and more at AHPA’s Sports Nutrition Congress.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.09.20

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Quality & Safety | Sports Nutrition

How Sports Nutrition is Adapting to COVID-19 Upheaval

Experts specializing in fitness, dietary supplements, and third-party testing discussed where they see the industry headed.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.09.20

Chenland Nutritionals Files NDl Notification for Joint Health Formula

Blend contains Epimedium brevicornum Maxim (Barrenwort extract), Dioscorea nipponica Makino (wild yam extract) and Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge (red sage extract).

11.05.20

From Seed to Sale

What formulators need to know about the hemp supply chain.

By Nicole Foss, MBA, MSN, RN Nextraction Inc. 11.02.20

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

A Reliable Path to Working with CBD in the U.S.

The future of U.S. hemp is bright, but it will take time for the industry to mature following years of regulatory restrictions.

By Brian Zapp, Creative Director, Applied Food Sciences 11.02.20

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

The New High Trend: Cannabis Regulation and Testing

This market introduction offers insight on regulatory, testing and other considerations for cannabis-derived ingredients.

11.02.20

Meta-Analysis: Vitamin D Associated with Depression, Anxiety, Sleep Quality in Pregnancy

While the results remain controversial, the authors called for larger investigational studies.

10.30.20

GOED Publishes Fish Oil Oxidation Analysis

The study analyzed changes in the chemical composition of fish oil exposed to over-oxidating conditions.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 10.30.20

BAPP Publishes Article Detailing Adulteration Schemes Used to Fool Laboratory Analytical Methods

Some forms of ingredient adulteration directly target the methodologies commonly used by testing facilities.

10.30.20

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | People News

NOW Promotes Aaron Secrist to Executive VP of Quality, R&D, and Operations

Joe Carney has also joined the company as VP of Operations.

10.30.20

Nutrasource Expands Clinical Trials Facility

The clinic is just one of 400 clinical trial sites the contract research company operates.

10.29.20

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Regulatory News

FDA’s Steven Tave Discusses Bridging Gaps Between Regulation and Enforcement

The director of the agency’s Dietary Supplements Program pointed to tangible options for better regulating the industry.

Online Exclusives10.22.20

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety

FoodChain ID Licenses Tool to Identify and Prevent Food Fraud Risks

Enhancements to the EMAlert software enable food manufacturers to rapidly analyze and understand potential food fraud vulnerabilities in their supply chains.

10.20.20

Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program Releases Milk Thistle Extract Bulletin

The American Botanical Council reports on common instances of adulteration within the supply of milk thistle products on the market.

10.19.20

Synergia Receives GRAS Notification for Vitamin K2 Ingredient

MenaquinGold received a “No Question” letter for its ingredient in supplements and special dietary products for children ages 1 to 13.

10.16.20

Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Quality & Safety | Supplier News

Wiley Companies Gains FSSC 22000 Certification

Designation serves as a global benchmark for manufacturing integrity, and provides assurance Wiley’s safety management program meets optimal quality standards.

10.16.20

KSM-66 Ashwagandha Shown to Benefit Sleep Quality Parameters

Subjects taking ashwagandha demonstrated improved measures of sleep onset latency, sleep efficiency, total sleep time, and waking after sleep onset.

10.16.20

Cognitive Function | Dietary Supplements | Quality & Safety | Testing

CRN Takes Issue with Analysis’ Representation of Brain Health Supplements

The trade association argued this analysis by Pieter Cohen and others “unfairly maligns” and “misrepresents” the cognitive support category.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 10.16.20

Leafreport Discusses Findings on CBD Pricing for 2020

Prices on the whole have decreased 17% on average, though each type of extract and delivery format was notably different.

10.12.20

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Quality & Safety | Sports Nutrition

Podcast: AHPA will Tackle Sports Nutrition Market in Virtual Event

Robert Wildman, chair of AHPA’s Sports Nutrition Committee, offered a preview of the event and discussed innovation in today’s dynamic marketplace.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 10.06.20

National Advertising Division Refers Company to FTC Over Dramatic Weight Loss Claims

Leptitox, marketed as an appetite suppressant and weight loss product, had claims that were challenged by the Council for Responsible Nutrition.

10.02.20

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

Herbs & Botanicals | Immune Function | Quality & Safety