Healthcare Trends

KSM-66 Ashwagandha Granted New Functional Claims in Canada

The recent approvals for this extract include those for memory enhancement, sleep, energy, stress, libido, testosterone, and thyroid function.

09.21.20

Healthcare Trends

Marketing Resolutions for 2021

This year has been a real challenge but focus and quality content can help lead in the right direction.

Online Exclusives By Sheldon Baker 09.21.20

USDA Researchers: Carb-Fat Balance Crucial for Genetic Protection Against Metabolic Diseases

High concentrations of fatty foods were associated with reduced activity of a gene involved in obesity, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and other diseases.

09.17.20

Sources of Fiber Are Differently Associated with Prevalence of Depression, Study Finds

Seaweed and mushroom fiber intakes were linked to lower rates of depression in a study of nearly 3,000 adults in Korea.

09.15.20

IPA Believes COVID-19 Protective Measures May Deprive Us of Good Microbes

In addition to immune function, many microbes play a role in digestion, mood, and metabolism.

09.08.20

The Big Picture: Weight Wellness Trends

Consumers continue to tip the scales at a time when health hangs in the balance.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.08.20

Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Mood Health & Sleep

‘Good Mood Food’: The Convergence of Food & Medicine

Reviewing consumer perceptions of mood, stress and sleep, and the role food plays in managing health.

By Cali Amos, Research Manager, HealthFocus International 09.08.20

Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Mood Health & Sleep | Research

Botanicals for Managing Stress Naturally: Leveraging Wisdom and Science from Plants

Scientific evidence indicates herbal supplements can play a role in managing the effects of modern living.

By James Roza, Chief Science Advisor, Layn Natural Ingredients-USA 09.08.20

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Green Foods | Healthcare Trends

The Future’s Looking Green

Green foods are a well-rooted market segment, whose water-based sources promise plenty of new opportunities.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.08.20

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Research

Spotlight on Clinical Research in the COVID-19 Era

Discerning high quality research evidence from speculation and marketing hype is more important in today’s climate.

By Greg Stephens, Windrose Partners, & Sheila Campbell, PhD, RD 09.08.20

Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Mood Health & Sleep

A Bleak Picture of Health in America

An honest assessment of health must account for mental alongside physical well-being, and realize they are two sides of the same coin.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.08.20

Breaking News | Healthcare Trends | Industry & Market News

Integrative Healthcare Symposium Reschedules Conference for May 2-4, 2021

The healthcare industry and community have been experiencing some of the most tumultuous, emotionally, and economically challenging times.

09.07.20

Gelatin Trade Associations Coalesce to Form Global Group

The Gelatin Representatives of the World (GROW) is comprised of gelatin associations from four different continents.

09.02.20

Healthcare Trends | Healthy Aging | Medical Nutrition

Understanding Age Associated Cellular Decline

Nestlé Health Science teams up with Bret H. Goodpaster, an expert on human aging.

By Tom Branna, Editorial Director 09.01.20

Healthcare Trends | Healthy Aging | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Skin Health

Uncovering the Role of Nutrition for Beauty and a Healthy Microbiome

A gateway to wellness, the dynamic ecosystem of microbes in the gut and on the skin goes a long way to protecting the body from harm.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.01.20

Consumer Trends | Cosmeceuticals / Nutricosmetics | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends

Meeting the Moment

Companies that demonstrate commitment to customers, help move the needle on climate action, and meet the needs of the moment stand to gain a loyal following.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.01.20