59CRN Adopts New Guidelines for Dietary Supplements Sold Online
CRN Adopts New Guidelines for Dietary Supplements Sold Online
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), a trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry, announced new Voluntary Guidelines for Industry to assure online and in-person shoppers have access to the same product information. “The guidelines address the information that is minimally required for display/availability to consumers on internet platforms for the sale […]
GOED to Host First Omega-3 Technology & Innovation Roundup Event
The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) is inviting industry professionals to its first-ever Technology & Innovation Roundup Event. The online webinar will be held via Zoom on Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST. According to GOED, attendees will be able to learn about the latest developments from a diverse […]
Bob Moore, Founder of Bob’s Red Mill, Dies at 94
On Feb. 10, 2024, Bob Moore, founder of Bob’s Red Mill (Milwaukie, OR), died at his home in Oregon at age 94. “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our Founder, Bob Moore, left this world today, February 10, 2024. He was 94 years old and full of the same love […]
NPA Announces Annual Fly-In Day 2024
The Natural Products Association (NPA) announced its annual “Fly-In on Capitol Hill” advocacy day will be held Wednesday, May 22, 2024 in Washington, D.C. The event will allow attendees to meet directly with their members of Congress to discuss legislation and policy impacting the natural products industry. The NPA will offer a “How to Lobby” […]
iHerb Partners With Mike Tyson to Launch Exclusive Collection
On Jan. 31, iHerb (Irvine, CA), a leading e-commerce platform for vitamins, minerals and supplements, announced a collaboration with former heavyweight boxer Mike Tyson. Tyson’s personalized supplement collection will be available exclusively at iHerb. Tyson and iHerb Global Advisor Dr. Mehmet Oz, will promote the new collection including an offer for a 10 percent discount […]
[Extra! Extra!] Talking Heart Health With Carl Germano CNS, CDN
Carl Germano CNS, CDN, Vice President of Verdant Nature, Consultant for Bluebonnet Nutrition, NY Bd. Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Sugar Land, TX (bluebonnetnutrition.com) Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for 928,741 premature deaths in the year 2020. In men and women aged 60 to 79, over 75 percent […]
[Extra! Extra!] Lion’s Mane May Reduce Stress & Boost Cognitive Performance in Young Adults
A new study has found that Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) mushroom supplementation may provide a welcome boost to cognitive performance and reduce stress response in younger people; this is the first such study (published in Nutrients) to make this observation. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-groups design pilot study investigated the effects of immediate (60 minutes […]
Castor Oil—An Unexpected Social Media Star
Castor oil is a functional oil extracted from the seeds of the castor plant (Ricinus communis) and intended for use in topical skin care and beauty products. Historically, it was also used as a laxative and digestive aid. In recent months, castor oil has become a bestseller at health food stores across the country. It […]
Karl Franz Williams, Founder, CEO, Uncle Waithley’s
After graduating from Yale, Karl Franz Williams joined Procter and Gamble’s brand management team, later moving to marketing at PepsiCo. After a few roles with increasing responsibility, he joined PepsiCo’s innovation and beverage development team but found himself consulting with mixologists instead of scientists. In 2008, he translated this love for well-crafted drinks into 67 […]
A Guide to Retail Branding: Finding Your North Star
Your to-do list is growing longer. In the midst of essential tasks like placing weekly orders, managing invoices, correcting payroll and dealing with your credit card processor, there’s a hand-scribbled note that says, ‘Do more marketing.’ Perhaps due to its nebulous nature, this item gets continually pushed down the list, often causing anxiety and trepidation […]
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