Consumer Trends

AstaReal Astaxanthin Ingredient Receives U.S. Patent Approval

The approval comes through evidence that this antioxidant can maintain mobility and promote healhty muscles.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.16.21

FDA’s Dr. Cara Welch Opening Speaker at the 9th AHPA Botanical Congress

The virtual event’s agenda will focus on the impact of COVID-19 on the botanicals industry.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

Arla Foods Enters New Partnership to Reduce Malnutrition With Dried Papaya Snack

The up-cycled papaya product will support the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition’s efforts to address malnutrition in Ethiopia.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

Bunge Invests $47.5 Million in Australian Plant Proteins

The agreement makes Bunge the exclusive distributor for APP in the Americas and includes an option to license APP proprietary processing tech.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.14.21

Study Finds People With Obesity are More Responsive To Food Marketing – Until Their Weight Drops

The responsiveness was measured based on the effects that branding, advertising, and packaging which framed foods as “healthy” had on participants’ perceptions.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.14.21

Thorne Healthtech and PreCon Health to Launch Supplements for Pre-, Post-Impact Brain Health

The targeted health benefits are intended for brain-related impact injuries experienced by athletes, military personnel, and millions of others.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.12.21

Kyowa Hakko Launches Heat-Treated Probiotic Strain for Eye Health

Eyemuse was recently evidenced to reduce eye fatigue by modulating the immune response.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.09.21

AHPA’s 9th Botanical Congress to Take Place May 24

The one-day virtual event will explore the unique challenges related to the pandemic that have directly impacted businesses.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.09.21

National Survey Suggests Consumer Knowledge of CBD is Highly Limited

A great deal of discrepancy between CBD and other cannabis products still exists, even among those who've tried it.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Consumer Trends | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Functional Foods & Beverages | Healthcare Trends | Sweeteners

Sweeteners Market Continues to Broaden with Cleaner Labels and Better Formulations

Innovation of sugar alternatives is accelerating as edging sugars out of the equation becomes increasingly popular.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Consumer Trends | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Natural/Organic | Omega-3s

Delivering Dietary Supplements that Exceed Consumer Expectations

Sophisticated and innovative dosage formats can help position brands for success.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.08.21

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends

Meeting Emerging Consumer Health Needs

The scope and range of health needs among consumers have not only shifted, they are at an all-time high.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.08.21

Plant-Based Food Sales Surge to $7 Billion in 2020 on 27% Growth

The success of plant-based milk has laid the groundwork for major increases in sales of other categories across the store.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.06.21

Consumer Trends | Cosmeceuticals / Nutricosmetics | Men's Health | Pet Nutraceuticals | Sports Nutrition

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Bruce Schwartz, SVP Operations and Fulfillment Services 04.06.21

Caulipower Launches Plant-Based Pasta

Available in linguine and pappardelle, the new frozen gluten-free pasta has 230 calories per serving.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

NOW Partners with 7 Experts to Inspire People to Pursue Wellness

The #LiveHealthyNOW campaign will offer free, exclusive content throughout the year to educate and inspire people to meet their unique wellness goals.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Kemin Industries Acquires Proteus Industries, Inc.

Sustainable ingredient technology will lessen the use of artificial ingredients and strengthen the company’s position in the global meat processing industry.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Consumer Trends | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals