Xlear
CapsCanada

Top Headlines


NPA Issues Statement in Response to FDA’s Refusal to Hold Public Hearing Regarding NMN

by Angela Sabarese | July 24, 2023

On July 20, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rejected a request by Rep. Jeff Duncan (R-SC), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, to hold a public hearing on the agency’s position on nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN). FDA stated that a public comment period would be sufficient. In response, the Natural Products […]

AHPA Announces Release of Herbs of Commerce, Third Edition

by Angela Sabarese | July 17, 2023

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has announced the release of the third edition of Herbs of Commerce. The publication provides guidance on the consistent naming of botanical ingredients on product labels, especially those marketed in the U.S. as dietary supplements, according to the association. It is now available for purchase on Amazon. AHPA published […]

Study Finds Higher-Than Recommended Doses of Vitamin D Reduces the Risk of Atrial Fibrillation

by Angela Sabarese | July 17, 2023

Taking higher-than-recommended doses of vitamin D for five years reduced the risk of atrial fibrillation in older men and women, according to a new study published in American Heart Journal from the University of Eastern Finland. Atrial fibrillation is the most common arrhythmia, the risk of which increases with age, and which is associated with […]

WHO Releases Results of Hazard and Risk Assessment on Aspartame, Associations Comment

by Angela Sabarese | July 14, 2023

On July 14, the World Health Organization (WHO) International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the WHO Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) released results about the health impact of aspartame. The two groups within the organization have come to different conclusions, with IARC stating that aspartame is […]

WIN Awarded for Efforts on Behalf of Industry by NBJ

by Angela Sabarese | July 10, 2023

Women In Nutraceuticals (WIN), a non-profit initiated by global nutraceutical leaders and advocates for gender parity in the industry, has been recognized with the Nutrition Business Journal (NBJ) award for Efforts on Behalf of Industry in 2022. NBJ Editor-in-Chief Rick Polito stated, “Explaining how more women in leadership positions could be a viable boost for […]

Trace Minerals Promotes Steve Reeves to Role of President of Trace Int’l and Executive Vice President

by Angela Sabarese | July 10, 2023

Trace Minerals (Ogden, UT) a trace mineral, liquid magnesium and performance nutrition supplement manufacturer, has announced the promotion of Steve Reeves to the role of president of Trace International (Int’l) and executive vice president. Reeves has been with Trace Minerals for 20 years and brings many skills from his previous positions in sales and operations, […]

Trade Associations Release Statements Addressing FDA’s Updated Proposal to Create Unified HFP

by Angela Sabarese | July 5, 2023

On June 27, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released an update on its proposal to create a unified Human Foods Program (HFP), including potential organizational changes affecting the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs. FDA Commissioner Robert M. Califf stated, “With a human food landscape that is rapidly evolving as consumer preferences, products, and […]

Aspartame to be Declared a Possible Carcinogen by WHO’s Cancer Research Agency

by Angela Sabarese | July 3, 2023

Aspartame, one of the world’s most common artificial sweeteners, is set to be declared a possible carcinogen on July 14 by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the World Health Organization’s (WHO) cancer research agency. The IARC ruling, finalized in June after a meeting of the group’s external experts, is intended to assess […]

Bio-K+ to Launch Bio-K+ Gut Kommunity This Summer

by Angela Sabarese | July 3, 2023

Bio-K+ (part of Ireland-based Kerry Group), which specializes in the manufacturing of probiotics, has announced that it is launching its Bio-K+ Gut Kommunity this summer. Consumers will be able to subscribe to the community for exclusive educational content about probiotics, healthy eating and the microbiome, among other relevant topics throughout the year, according to the […]

Mushroom Ingredient Sales Show Significant Growth According to GlobalData Reports

by Angela Sabarese | June 28, 2023

GlobalData, a data and analytics company based in London, has reported that increasing consumer interest in health, wellness and natural products had lead to significant growth in demand of mushroom ingredients. GlobalData’s 2023 Q1 GlobalData Consumer Survey (21,968 responses) has revealed that 57 percent of global consumers believe mushrooms can positively impact their health. This, […]

Don't Miss Out!

Sign up for Vitamin Retailer Digital Newsletter
Digital Newsletter
Subscribe to Vitamin Retailer Magazine
Vitamin Retailer Magazine

Industry Professionals
Stay Informed!

Stay informed about the latest health, nutrition, and wellness developments by signing up for a FREE subscription to Vitamin Retailer magazine and digital newsletter.

Once subscribed, you will receive industry insights, product trends, and important news directly to your doorstep and inbox.

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

Stay Informed! Breaking news, industry trends featured topics, and more.

Subscribe to our newsletter today!