Articles by Eric Munson
CRN Releases Statement on Tianeptine “Supplement” Products
On Jan. 12, The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) issued a warning to consumers against purchasing any “supplements” containing tianeptine. These products contain an illegal opioid-like ingredient that can lead to significant health risks. As the product is widely available in gas stations and convenience stores, it is often nicknamed “gas station heroin.” Tianeptine is ...
NOW Issues Voluntary Recall on Phosphatidylserine Products
On Jan. 10, NOW Health Group (Bloomingdale, IL) announced a voluntary recall on Phosphatidyl Serine products from NOW Brand (Product Code 2392, Lot Numbers 3316650 and 3309243) and Protocol for Life Balance (Product Code P2392, Lot Numbers 3309194 and 3316624). Testing revealed some units from these lot numbers failed to meet label claims. NOW was ...
California State Assembly Renews Push to Restrict Sales of Supplements
Despite lobby efforts from the Natural Products Association (NPA) and a veto from California Governor Gavin Newsom, the California State Assembly Health Committee advanced Assembly Bill 82 (AB 82), which would restrict access to dietary supplements. “The NPA has worked in good faith with the California Department of Public Health to educate them on dietary ...
SENPA Announces New Dates for SOHO Expo
On Jan. 8, SENPA (New Port Richey, FL) announced its SOHO Expo will be held in September beginning with the 2024 show. SOHO Expo will continue to be held at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Prior to the announcement, SOHO Expo was typically held around the first week of December. ...
Global Nutraceutical Excipients Market to Reach $6.1 Billion by 2028
The global nutraceuticals excipients markets will grow with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7 percent to $6.1 billion in 2028, according to MarketsandMarkets (Northbrook, IL). The heightened demand for nutraceutical products is attributed to escalating consumer demand for natural and organic ingredients and heightened awareness of ingredient sourcing and quality. Additionally, the potential ...
OHSU Study Examines Botanical Supplement on Memory and Dementia
A new pilot study at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland, OR is examining whether a botanical supplement can improve memory and delay symptoms of dementia. OHSU is recruiting people aged 65 to 85 who have been diagnosed with mild Alzheimer’s disease or cognitive impairment. The study uses a carefully formulated extract of ...
30 Trailblazing Products
To commemorate Vitamin Retailer (VR) magazine’s 30th anniversary, the VR staff wanted to highlight 30 of some of the most outstanding products in the natural products industry. All of the featured items have made their mark to become some of the top-selling and most popular vitamin and supplement products. Barlean’s Swirls Formerly called Barlean’s Omega-3 ...
Danone Offloads U.S.-based Organic Dairy Assets
On Jan. 2, French dairy manufacturer Danone (called Dannon in the United States), sold its U.S.-based Horizon Organic and Wallaby Organic brands to Platinum Equity, an investment firm based in Beverly Hills, CA. The decision to offload the brands was part of the Renew Danone turnaround strategy. According to Danone CEO Antoine de Saint-Affrique, the ...
NOW Reveals Quality Issues From “No Name” Berberine Brands
On Dec. 19, NOW Health Group (Bloomingdale, IL) once again identified quality failing through its testing system. In the most recent round of testing, NOW said it examined more than 30 berberine products from “no name” brands sold on both Amazon and Walmart. Berberine is one of the highest trending dietary supplements on social media ...
Amazon Receives FDA Warning Letter Over Tainted “Supplement” Products
On Dec. 20, the e-commerce platform Amazon received a warning letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the distribution of products in violation of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. An FDA investigation revealed that various products labeled as “energy-enhancing supplements” or “dietary supplements” on Amazon contain undisclosed and potentially dangerous ...
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