Articles by Nicholas Saraceno
Pharmachem Celadrin
Celadrin, a proprietary blend of esterified fatty acids, is an effective natural anti-inflammatory compound that has been shown in clinical studies to reduce discomfort in joints, and increase walking ability. It works by decreasing inflammation and lubricating cell membranes throughout the body, restoring fluids that cushion bones and joints to promote flexibility and mobility. For ...
Organic & Natural Health’s Facebook Live Event Attracts a Crowd
Organic & Natural Health Association hosted its second consumer retail educational program on April 23 in partnership with Syracuse, NY, health food store, Natur-Tyme. More than 1,200 consumers attended and upwards of 65,000 viewed the content via Facebook Live broadcast. For the 17th year, Natur-Tyme hosted its popular annual spring health fair at the New ...
SENPA Continuing Education Programs Still Strong After 30 Years
SENPA (Southeast Natural Products Association) hosted the 30th Annual Intensive Education Program providing 15 CEU’s at the Florida Hotel and Convention Center, April 22–23 in Orlando, FL. “Our target audience included Florida dietitians and nutritional counselors seeking continuing education credits, and independent retailers,” said Debra Short, executive director for SENPA. “Our goal is to continue ...
Golf Outing Raises $330,000 for Vitamin Angels
On May 8, more than 200 golfers from 79 companies came together for the 8th Annual Vitamin Angels Benefit Golf Outing at Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, NJ. The event, cohosted by The Vitamin Shoppe and Nature’s Value, Inc., raised $330,000 for Vitamin Angels, a 501(c)(3) charity that provides nutritional support to children and women ...
GoMacro Offers Support to Protect Farm Animals
GoMacro, a family-owned vegan nutrition bar company, aims to deepen its commitment to rescue abused and neglected farm animals by providing financial support for Farm Sanctuary, a non-profit committed to protecting farm animals from cruelty and inspiring change in the way society views and treats them. During the month of May, 10 percent of net proceeds from specially ...
FDA Takes Action Against 14 Companies For Selling Illegal Cancer Treatments
On April 25, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted warning letters addressed to 14 U.S.-based companies illegally selling more than 65 products that fraudulently claim to prevent, diagnose, treat or cure cancer. The products are marketed and sold without FDA approval, most commonly on websites and social media platforms. “Consumers should not use ...
The Supplement OWL Takes Flight
One year after the project was formally announced, the Supplement OWL (Online Wellness Library) became a reality, as the online product registry is now live. Serving as a resource for regulators, retailers, and industry, the OWL is an industry-wide, self-regulatory initiative that will help create a rich and more complete picture of the marketplace, and can ...
Video: Expo West 2017: Neil Levin & NOW
Neil Levin, CCN, DANLA, product formulator and nutrition education manager with NOW foods, shared information on the company’s newest products. For more information, visit www.nowfoods.com. For more videos of our Expo West 2017 coverage, check out Vitamin Retailer’s full video library!
Video: Expo West 2017: Ted & Paige Parker, Vibrant Health
Ted and Paige Parker, president and vice president of Vibrant Health, discussed the company’s history and presented some top-selling and brand new products. For more information, visit www.vibranthealth.com. For more videos of our Expo West 2017 coverage, check out Vitamin Retailer’s full video library!
Video: Expo West 2017: Dr. Linda Miles & Derma E
Dr. Linda Miles, founder and chief formulator with Derma E, spoke on the company’s vitamin C products. For more information, visit www.dermae.com. For more videos of our Expo West 2017 coverage, check out Vitamin Retailer’s full video library!
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