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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

EverGrain Introduces Sustainable Barley Ingredients

Backed by Anheuser-Busch InBev, the company specializes in fiber and protein ingredients sourced from upcycled barley.

01.14.21

Mintel Offers Global Food and Drinks Trends for 2021

The company’s market analysis narrowed down three key trends that will define foodservice this year.

01.12.21

TA Associates Acquires Significant Stake in OmniActive Health Technologies

The financial terms for the OmniActive acquisition have not been disclosed.

01.12.21

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

Lallemand Bio-Ingredients Purchases ArticZymes Technologies

The acquisition will further the company’s development and manufacturing of immune and aquaculture ingredients.

12.21.20

Bell Flavors and Fragrances Discusses Top 2021 Trends

Flavors which invoke a sense of wellness, reward, and behavioral values will define 2021.

12.18.20

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

UK Survey Reveals Preferences and Actions Related to Sustainable Dieting

Initiatives to combat climate change and pollution implicate the agricultural systems in place today, but how many consumers are willing to change their diets?

12.16.20

Probi Defendum Shown in Trial to Support Immune Function

A study which enrolled 900 healthy adults supported the probiotic’s ability to reduce incidence of colds over three winter seasons.

12.15.20

Aker Biomarine Launches Upcycling Specialist Company AION

The company will offer products sourced from recycled plastics and biological production residues to cut down on waste.

12.15.20

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CRN Hires Kendall Ridley as Senior Communications Director

Ridley’s responsibilities will be to spearhead the association’s communications program, build key partnerships, and craft education and advocacy campaigns.

12.14.20

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

GNC Now Offers At-Home COVID-19 Saliva Test

Partnership with 1health TaaS aims to exponentially increase at-home testing nationally.

12.08.20

Dolcas Launches High Concentration Ginger Extract

The high-potency ginger root extract was formulated to target gut health.

12.08.20

Nutralliance Announces GRAS Approval of its Probiotics Line

The certification covers 11 of the supplier’s strains.

12.08.20

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CRN Responds to FDA Position on NAC Supplements, New HHS Guidelines

FDA currently prohibits the use of NAC as a dietary supplement, and is concerned about a proposal for HHS to review certain regulations or let them expire.

12.07.20

Sabinsa Founder Receives Lifetime Achievement Honor From ASSOCHAM

The award was presented as part of one of India's largest exhibitions on AYUSH.

12.07.20

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

Survey Shows Interest Gap Between Older and Younger Consumers on Sustainability, Ethics, and More

Certain health halos, and claims about sustainability, appear to hold much more weight with younger consumers than their older counterparts.

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

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An Interview with Amit Srivastava, Chief Catalyst, Responsible Nutrition Business, Nutrify India

Srivastava is a trendsetter in the nutraceutical industry from innovation to regulatory and government, and to building a start-up ecosystem.

By Sheldon Baker 12.04.20

Gelita Acquires Majority Stake in Turkish Gelatin Manufacturer

SelJel is the first Turkish gelatin producer supplying international customers with materials used for edible, pharmaceutical, and technical purposes.

12.03.20

Nestlé Announces Time-Bound Plan to Address Climate Change

The company aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

12.03.20

Sabinsa Founder Dr. Muhammed Majeed Publishes Fourth Book on Boswellia

The new book reviews the inflammatory-modulating properties of various compounds found within this botanical.

12.02.20

NattoPharma and Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht Renew Research Partnership

The renewed five-year commitment kicks off with a study on the effects of severe vitamin K deficiency on COVID-19 outcomes.

12.02.20

Layn Acquires Green Tea Extract Company Wagott

The full acquisition of China’s largest exporter of tea and resveratrol extracts was finalized in October.

12.02.20

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

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Healthy Height Protein Drink Lands in Asia-Pacific Region

Pediatrician-developed drink powder designed for undernourished kids, but also picky eaters.

12.01.20

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Regulatory Harmonization Set to Boost Supplement Market in ASEAN Region

Cooperation on shared desire to ensure high levels of product safety and quality opens up new opportunities for the region.

11.30.20

IADSA Launches Mind the Gap Resource on Iron and Anemia

Most cases of anemia are a consequence of inadequate iron in the diet.

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

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Elyse Lovett Joins Nutrition21 as VP of Marketing

Her experience includes science and marketing in ingredients used in nutrition, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries.

11.23.20

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

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Vitafoods Europe Announces 2021 Event Will Be Both In Person and Virtual

A meeting at the Palexpo in Geneva on Oct. 5-7 in 2021 will run parallel to a virtual event, Oct. 4-8.

11.20.20

TriNutra’s Standardized Black Seed Oil Now Available as Organic

The black seed oil, standardized to 3% thymoquinone, has been certified since sourcing from organic seeds began three years ago.

11.19.20

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Survey: Disinfection Trumps Eco-Friendliness Among Canadian Consumers

Nonetheless, 41% of consumers expressed a willingness to pay a premium for natural products.

11.18.20

Mars to Acquire Snack Bar Company KIND

Founder Daniel Lubetzky to retain ongoing financial stake and role in future development of the brand.

11.17.20

Comax Projects 2021 Flavor Trends

‘Immunity Boost,’ ‘Breakfast Basics,’ ‘Home Baker,’ and ‘Chicken Soars’ will be four defining themes in the year to come.

Slideshows11.17.20

STRENGTH Trial Finds Omega-3s Didn’t Reduce Cardiovascular Event Risk

No significant differences were observed between omega-3s and corn oil in major adverse cardiovascular outcomes in a study published in JAMA.

11.16.20

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

Study Elucidates Height and BMI Gaps Caused by Poor Nutrition

There was a 20 cm height gap between 19-year-olds in the tallest and shortest nations.

11.10.20

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

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | World Markets

Supplier Insights: Sabinsa Strengthens Supply Chains from the Ground Up

Shaheen Majeed, President Worldwide, Sabinsa, tells how the company is navigating uncertain times, the importance of IP/innovation, and plans for the future.

Consumer Research Breaks Down Global COVID-19 Trends in Eating for Health

Preoccupation with becoming as resilient as possible is dictating most diets and self-perceptions of health.

11.09.20

Review Examines Connection Between Probiotics and Athletic Performance

There are several beneficial mechanisms of action that fall under the gut-muscle axis umbrella, the authors of the study conducted by DuPont Nutrition report.

11.09.20

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