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Study: Climate Change Could Cause Allergies

by Lisa Schofield | April 1, 2023

Rutgers University researchers have simulated how climate change will affect the distribution of two leading allergens, oak and ragweed pollens, across the contiguous United States. The results may make your eyes water. Using computer models, the team found that by 2050 climate change significantly will increase airborne pollen loads, with some of the largest surges […]

A Blooming Category: Springtime Wellness

by Lisa Schofield | April 1, 2023

Sneezing and itching tend to keep people indoors—encourage them to come out and enjoy the blooming season. Winter hibernation is pretty much over and your customers are just itching to get outside and explore the warming world. Others know that by doing so, they will indeed be itching and sneezing and coughing—and feeling miserable because […]

Vitamin Retailer’s Top 10 Stories from 2022

by Angela Sabarese | December 22, 2022

Another year since the pandemic has come and gone, and compared to the previous two years, Vitamin Retailer‘s (VR) top stories have involved COVID-19 far less. Rather, the topics that were most popular in 2022 involved VR awards, information and solutions about different health ailments and those the industry has lost this year. The top […]

Allergy Attack!

by Hilary Daninhirsch | April 1, 2022

Helping manage seasonal allergies naturally. First you sneeze. Then you cough. Then your eyes begin to itch and water and your nose begins to run. Welcome to spring, the season that brings us flowers and blossoming trees and green grass …. and increased pollen counts. Seasonal allergies are a major pain for the millions of […]

Study: Pollen Allergies Occur More Frequently in Anxiety Sufferers

by Lisa Schofield | April 5, 2021

Seasonal allergies to different types of grass or tree pollen are more common in people with anxiety disorders, while patients with depression are more likely to suffer from perennial allergies triggered by allergens such as animal hair. Conversely, food and drug allergies were unaffected by these psychosocial disorders. The team interviewed over 1,700 people from […]

Meeting Seasonal Wellness Needs Year-round

by Carlett Spike | April 1, 2020

In the quest for health, look to a broader definition of seasonal wellness to best meet consumers’ needs. Seasonal wellness has become a year-round challenge. Some suffer from runny nose and itchy, teary eyes while others suffer from coughing spells. Although allergies is likely the first thing that comes to mind, it is useful to […]

Nate Jones

by Janet Poveromo | June 28, 2019

After attending Utah Valley University, Nathan Jones started a career in commercial diving. During this time, his father, Dr. Lon Jones, began developing a xylitol nasal spray. Nathan Jones recognized its potential and decided to leave his job as a diver to commercially produce and distribute the nasal spray. In 2000, he created Xlear Inc. […]

Promoting Seasonal Wellness

by VRM Media | March 1, 2014

Trisha Sugarek MacDonald, BS, MS, director of research & development/national educator with Bluebonnet Nutrition in Texas, offered several tips for retailers to increase allergy health awareness: Renovation of the allergy health department, by making it attractive, interactive and informative for consumers – no matter their age.  Cross merchandise “seasonal wellness” products on an end cap […]

A Boost For Immune

by Janet Poveromo | September 1, 2012

As the immune category market shows robust growth, manufacturers seek to improve classic products while keeping an eye on the latest trends. Allergies and autoimmune diseases are the major immune problems that affect at least 50 million Americans. The main causes can be attributed to the following factors: genetics and environmental pollutants such as endocrine […]

Breathing Easy

by Janet Poveromo | July 1, 2012

Manufacturers look for innovative natural options that address respiratory and lung health as the need, unfortunately, will continue to grow. Respiratory issues such as COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which includes bronchitis and emphysema) are among the top main health issues faced by Americans today. According to the American Lung Association, every year, more than […]

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