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Geranium: Geranium genus Pelargonian genus A Botanical With Significant Potential

Geranium is a botanical that seems to be appearing in more products in the natural products industry. However, there is some confusion as to which plant we are talking about when we say “geranium.” The reasons for this confusion is, not only are there a number of plant species referred to as geranium, but there […]

Best New Products 2010

by Kate Quackenbush | December 1, 2010

Natural product retailers nationwide weighed in to crown the winners For the third year in a row, Vitamin Retailer (VR) editors have sifted through and discussed the thousands of press releases submitted throughout the year to come up with a list of Best New Product candidates. Then retailers weighed in on VR’s picks based on […]

In The Market For Mushrooms

by Melissa Kvidahl | December 1, 2010

As research supporting the medicinal benefits of mushrooms expands, retailers will find success in passing information to interested shoppers.When it comes to supplements, the beauty of attaining time-tested status is often found in the awareness of retailers and shoppers alike. Logically, if a product has broken into the market and enjoyed long-term success, even shaky […]

Sexual Wellness: It’s Only Natural

by Janet Poveromo | December 1, 2010

Manufacturers and retailers keep an open mind to grow the sexual function categorySexual dysfunction refers to a problem during any phase of the sexual response cycle that prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction from the sexual activity.Dysfunction may develop gradually over time, or may occur suddenly as a total or partial inability to […]

Regaining Control

by Kate Quackenbush | November 1, 2010

Expanding waistlines and staggering statistics have consumers actively seeking natural options to help get their blood sugar in line.According to the American Diabetes Association, 23.6 million children and adults have diabetes—7.8 percent of the US population. Of these, 5.7 million do not know they have the disease.Each year, about 1.6 million people aged 20 or […]

Good, Clean Living

by Janet Poveromo | November 1, 2010

No matter how healthily we may live our lives, exposure to toxins is unavoidable, making natural, gentle cleansing programs a necessity.Throughout history, nearly every recorded culture has, in some form or another, relied upon the natural cleansing power of herbs and other botanicals to remove toxins from the body and restore vibrant health and energy. […]

Beyond The Brain And Beyond Boomers

by Melissa Kvidahl | October 1, 2010

Supplement manufacturers are appealing to more shoppers with cognitive health products appropriate for any age or concern. The newest cognitive supplements speak to more than just brain health, but take into account immunity, anti-aging and more.According to a 2007 national poll by the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, women are more afraid of […]

The Liquid Gain

by Rajiv Leventhal | October 1, 2010

With difficulty swallowing tablets common, retailers are quickly finding out that liquid supplements are becoming the preferred choice for many.Manufacturers are well aware that making things easier for consumers will help make things easier for themselves. When it comes to supplements, the number and size of pills and tablets that need to be consumed often […]

The Complexity Of Cholesterol

by Kate Quackenbush | October 1, 2010

Retailers are in a prime position to educate, assist and become an invaluable resource to an ever-increasing customer base seeking natural cholesterol control options.Every day, the Healthy Alternative (Dayton, OH) retail sales staff receives customers with questions about lowering their cholesterol. While grateful that awareness is up and customers are addressing a clear problem for […]

Catering to Kids

by Melissa Kvidahl | August 11, 2010

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), supplements are rarely needed in middle childhood.This is because, it explains, the body needs vitamins and minerals in only “tiny amounts,” and most of the time, a balanced diet can usually present these in sufficient quantities.But the problem is often that youngsters aren’t eating balanced diets, even […]

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