Healthcare Trends

CRN Foundation Announces Launch of Vitamin D Consumer Education Campaign

The “Vitamin D & Me!” campaign shares research, expert video interviews, news, and education focused on the role of Vitamin D in COVID-19 outcomes.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.11.21

Consumer Sentiment Shifts Around Nutrition Expected to Last for 2021

The latest findings from Euromonitor shed some light on what 2021 has in store for trends in nutrition and consumer health.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.10.21

Equipment Manufacturers Collaborate to Set International Standard for Botanical Extracts

The two manufacturers have paired their systems in order to create a singular platform flexible to regulations and products in natural extracts industries.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.07.21

IFT Virtual Conference Covers Future Projections, Strategies for New Dietary Guidelines Education

The two-day conference focused on how the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans can simplify healthy eating across life stages.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

ISAPP Publishes Consensus Definition of 'Postbiotics'

Several health benefits have been substantiated for inanimate microorganisms, as well as their components.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

Study Demonstrates Efficacy of Eye Health Formula of Bilberry, Astaxanthin, and Lutein

The newly-published clinical trial, supported by BGG World, found significant improvements following six weeks of daily supplementation.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.05.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Healthy Aging | Mood Health & Sleep

Recalibrating & Rebuilding Health

Personalized products and platforms are gaining steam as consumers attempt to address a range of physical and mental health challenges.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.03.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Infant & Children's Health

An Interview with Katherine Cole, R&D Manager, ChildLife Essentials

ChildLife started making children’s supplements 20 years ago and the category is still seeing tremendous growth.

By Sheldon Baker 05.03.21

Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Pet Nutraceuticals

Getting Ahead of the Curve: Pet Foods, Treats & Supplements

The pet health market has reached an all-time high as new trends and opportunities continue emerging.

By Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan & Dr. Catherine Adams Hutt, Sloan Trends, Inc. 05.03.21

Aging Gets Personal: Pandemic Presents New Backdrop for Life & Health

More people adopt holistic view of wellness as they attempt to meet specific challenges of aging, and an altered reality.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.03.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Medical Nutrition

Hologram Sciences Seeks to Digitize Personal Nutrition

The mission-driven company intends to provide clinically proven products that target various conditions.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.03.21

NMN Shown to Offer Two Benefits to Humans Out of Many More Seen in Mice

While several metabolic benefits seen in animals didn’t translate to humans, these findings warrant further investigations into NMN’s human benefits.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.30.21

Additional Cognitive Developments Observed in Folic Acid Supplementation Past First Trimester

The authors of a new study suggest new recommendations regarding maternal use of this essential nutrient.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.29.21

Hologram Sciences Debuts in Market with Immune Support Brand D.velop

The package includes a vitamin D formula, diagnostic kit, and digital support.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.27.21

Milk Consumption, Especially in Early Life, Linked to Reduced Asthma Risk

NHANES data suggest that low-fat milk, and regular milk consumption beginning early in life, had the most pronounced link to healthy lung function.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.26.21

AHPA, CHPA, CRN, UNPA Commemorate 100th Dietary Supplement Trade Associations Meeting

The joint initiatives of these four industry groups center around public health, fostering relationships with the FDA, and legislative advocacy.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.26.21

Breaking News | Healthcare Trends | Industry & Market News | Natural/Organic | World Markets

Study Calls for Climate Change Action to Secure Global Food Supply

Climate change and the quality of nutrition are the major public health challenge of this decade, and maybe the century.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.20.21

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

6th Annual Dietary Supplements Regulatory Summit Scheduled for July 13

The virtual symposium will feature top FDA officials, including acting director Dr. Cara Welch, as well as industry experts.

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