59Study Looks at Skin Damage From Complete Solar Light
Study Looks at Skin Damage From Complete Solar Light
Most consumers are aware, or should be aware by now, of the damaging effects of ultraviolet rays from the sun. Now, new findings published in The FASEB Journal published by scientists at Newcastle University in the UK show that skin damage can also occur from exposure to both infrared and visible light from sunlight. Using […]
Saving Your Skin
Consumers of all age have an interest in protecting their skin and preventing age-related damage. Whether skin is smooth and unlined or freckled with a few wrinkles, many people are concerned about their complexion and the general health of their skin. Protecting your skin goes beyond its general outward appearance. Sure, aiming for a “healthy […]
New Protein Guidelines for Athletes Introduced
A review led by a sports scientist at the University of Stirling has introduced new international guidelines for protein intake in track and field athletes, which will also suit customers who are endurance athletes (runners, bikers, etc.). The findings of the research have informed the development of part of the updated International Association of Athletics […]
Stress & Anxiety on the Rise
Nutritional supplements have a role in helping the nation relax. Stress and anxiety are at an all-time high. Some experts even say it’s a national epidemic. Factors including work, money, social life, appearance and other responsibilities are all culprits of the rapid rise—and that’s where supplements to help reduce stress and anxiety come in. Among […]
Sprouts Reports Successful 2019
Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. recently reported results from a successful fourth quarter of 2019. Specifically, this included net sales of $1.4 billion, an 8 percent increase from this same period in 2018. Other Q4 highlights included: • Comparable store sales growth of 1.5 percent and two-year comparable store sales growth of 3.8 percent • […]
FDA Fails to Deliver Congressionally Mandated Report on CBD Regulations
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) failed to meet its deadline to provide a Congressionally mandated report on how it plans to regulate CBD. Congress instructed the FDA in last year’s spending bill to adopt an enforcement discretion policy within 120 days and provide an update of its progress after 60 days. The agency’s first report […]
NPA Exits Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
The Natural Products Association (NPA) announced that it will exit chapter 11 bankruptcy effective immediately. A judge granted NPA’s filing to dismiss the case after just over six months of court proceedings. “This was a business decision, it was the right thing to do, and it is an exciting day for NPA because we emerge […]
CRN Applauds U.K. Food Standards Agency for Clear Path Forward for CBD
On Feb. 13, the U.K. Food Standards Agency (FSA) announced it has set a deadline for CBD authentication. FSA is giving the CBD industry a deadline of March 31, 2021 to submit valid novel food authorization applications. After the deadline, only products which have submitted a valid application will be allowed to remain on the market. The […]
Sunsoil Earns Organic Certification for Full-spectrum CBD Oils
Sunsoil (Vermont) is approved as a Certified Organic producer by the USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) and will feature the USDA Organic Seal on a majority of its portfolio* starting in February 2020. The USDA Organic Seal is one of the highest standards for consumer-packaged goods, requiring manufacturers to adhere to strict standards in farming, natural […]
Ahold Delhaize USA to Close Midwest Online Grocery Sales Operations
Massachusetts-based Ahold Delhaize USA announced plans to close the midwest division of its Peapod online grocery sales business, which comprises $97 million in revenue of the $1.1 billion in total online revenue in the U.S. This decision will enable Ahold Delhaize USA to focus on expanding the leadership position of its brands on the East […]
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