Natural/Organic

Omniactive Launches Nutritears for Dry Eyes

The multi-ingredient complex is linked to multiple eye health benefits with two weeks of supplementation.

09.21.21

Charlotte’s Web Launches New Hemp CBD Gummies

The new gummy formulations come in three different varieties, with THC-free and immune support options.

09.21.21

Once-Daily Herbal Complex Shown to Offer Weight Management Benefits

Sprunk-Jansens’ Weighlevel One has been linked to improvements in appetite, digestion, and metabolism in two clinical trials.

09.20.21

Ginseng Formula Study Shows Improvements in Cholesterol, Cardiovascular Risk Factors

The study on Farlong Pharmaceutical’s NotoGinseng will be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions.

09.20.21

Oat Milk Now the Frontrunner of Plant-Based Alternatives in U.K.

Mintel noted that oat milk surpassed almond milk for the first time in 2020.

09.20.21

Identifying Adulterated Curcumin: Case Study Identifies Best Testing Methods

Compared to high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), adding the carbon-14 method significantly improves synthetic curcumin detection.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.19.21

Natural/Organic | World Markets

Nestlé Supporting Shift to Regenerative Agriculture with $1.3 Billion Investment Over 5 Years

Company will apply technology to lower environmental impact, support and invest in farmers, and pay premiums for raw materials using regenerative practices.

09.17.21

Best Sanitizers Receives Organic Certification

The company’s Alpet D2 Quat-Free Surface Sanitizer is now OMRI listed for organic use as a cleaner or sanitizer.

09.15.21

Andrographis Extract Shown to Offer Immune Support

AP-Bio, which contains seven bioactive compounds, was shown to modulate immune response in healthy individuals.

09.13.21

Bio-K Plus Introduces Drinkable Probiotic Supplements

The Extra line of functional supplements feature the added branded ingredients Wellmune, Cereboost, and Cyracos.

09.13.21

Sabinsa Names Dr. Umar Jan as President of European Operations

Jan, who previously was resident director of Sabinsa Europe GmbH, joined the company as technical sales manager in 2013.

09.09.21

Sustainability Stories: Environmental Issues Connect to Public Health

Consumers demand transparent efforts that minimize environmental impact and foster sustainable futures for people throughout the value chain.

By Mike Montemarano , Associate Editor 09.09.21

Impossible Foods Launches Plant-Based Chicken Nuggets

Seven out of 10 consumers preferred the plant-based alternative to animal-based chicken nuggets in a blind taste test, the company reports.

09.08.21

Daily Avocado Consumption May Help Reduce Visceral Fat Among Women

While the same benefits weren’t seen in men, the ability to target visceral fat through a nutritious addition to daily meals is meaningful to metabolism.

09.08.21

Probiotic Shown to Benefit Infants with Colic

Colic, characterized by excessive crying, was reduced significantly by two bacterial strains in a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study.

09.07.21

Beverage Containing Lactic Acid Bacteria and Beta-Carotene Could Help Reduce Flu Incidence, Study in Japan Suggests

Throughout the winter season, supplementing with the supplement candidate reduced flu infection rates by 52% in healthy people under age 40.

09.02.21

Grape Extract Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status

Bionap’s standardized cognitive support formula, Cognigrape, achieved the status through third-party firm Nutrasource.

09.01.21

Tongkat Ali Extract May Attenuate Age-Related Testosterone Declines

The herbal extract, manufactured as LJ100 by HP Ingredients, improved testosterone levels in men between the ages of 50 and 70.

09.01.21

Nourishing Skin Health: Science-Driven Applications Inside & Out

Experts insist it’s not enough to ingest supplements; healthy skin needs topical applications, too.

By Tom Branna, Editorial Director 09.01.21

Consumer Trends | Cosmeceuticals / Nutricosmetics | Healthcare Trends | Natural/Organic | Skin Health

Beauty Meets Nutrition: Food Ingredients Leap Into Personal Care

Brands that can harness natural, nutritional ingredients with diverse formulation advantages will find a competitive edge in today’s evolving beauty market.

By Simon Corner, Sales & Marketing Director, Kerfoot 09.01.21