Articles by Eric Munson
FDA Updates Ruling on “Healthy” Food Label Claims
Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released its final ruling to update the “healthy” claims used by manufacturers for food labels. The updated claim is consistent with current nutrition science and federal dietary guidance. According to FDA, claims like “healthy” on food labels can help consumers identify healthier choices at a quick glance. ...
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[Extra! Extra!] How Zoom Impacted the Beauty Market
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Zoom and other types of video conferencing applications became the standard. According to Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, the use of video conferencing platforms skyrocketed, and people stared at their own faces more than ever before. Along with close-up views, came increased interest in achieving the best-looking skin and hair. Many ...
Nailed It!
Hair, skin and nail health is a marker for overall health. According to Liz Smith, RN, owner of Natural Path Silver Wings (Nashville, TN), cosmetic products that contain repair and restoration ingredients are a top request with consumers. “There is an ever-growing market for youth-retaining cosmetic skin products and especially all-natural formulas without harmful chemical ...
Former Boxer Floyd Mayweather Launches Supplement Line
Former professional boxer and entrepreneur Floyd Mayweather Jr. launched his own line of premium supplements called 101 (One of One). The brand recognizes that we are all “one of one” with unique goals for fitness journeys. “For years, I was asked what supplements I take to stay on top of my game. I don’t cut ...
UFC and Thorne Announce Enhanced Global Partnership Renewal
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and supplement maker Thorne (New York, NY) announced an enhanced renewal of their global partnership. Thorne has been a UFC partner since 2019 and remains the Official Sports Performance Nutrition Partner of UFC and an Official Partner of the UFC Performance Institute. “The deployment and distribution of Thorne products touches every ...
Dr. Bronner’s Drops B Corp Certification
On Feb. 11, Dr. Bronner’s (Vista, CA) dropped its B Corp Certification and will not renew with B Lab, the organization that manages the certification. The announcement comes after a multi-year campaign from Dr. Bronner’s calling on B Lab to “meaningfully improve” the B Corp standards. Dr. Bronner’s first became a certified B Corp in ...
AHPA President Michael McGuffin Dies at 73
On Feb. 17, 2025, longtime American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) President Michael McGuffin died at age 73. According to a memorial posted on the AHPA website, for 25 years, McGuffin served as the association’s president, leaving behind an indelible mark on the natural products industry through his steadfast advocacy for reasonable regulations and proactive self-governance. ...
Trade Associations Congratulate RFK Jr. on HHS Secretary Confirmation
On Feb. 13, politician and environmental attorney Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK) was confirmed as the next Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Natural Products Association (NPA), the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) and the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) congratulated Kennedy on his confirmation and expressed ...
Three More States Introduce Age Restriction Bills
As of February 2025, Illinois, Maryland and Washington have become the latest states to introduce age restriction bills on weight-loss and muscle-building dietary supplements for consumers under the age of 18. The total is now up to nine states alongside Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Texas, New Hampshire and Virginia. On Jan. 30, Maryland Delegate ...
ISSN Says Creatine Is Safe and Beneficial, Criticizes Age Restriction Bills
The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) has grown increasingly concerned about various state governments attempting to restrict the sale of dietary supplements, including creatine, to children and adolescents. According to ISSN, creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in every cell in the human body that plays a critical role in cellular metabolism. The ...
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