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Industry Responds to Consumer Reports’ Protein Powder Testing Article
On Oct. 14, Consumer Reports (CR) published an article stating that testing of 23 protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes revealed high levels of toxic heavy metals and that two-thirds of the products contained more lead in a single serving than what its experts say is safe to consume in a day—some by more than 10 ...
GLP-1 Users Want Supplement Support to Protect Muscle
As GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy affect the weight management category, a new consumer insight study from raw material supplier Chemi Nutra (Austin, TX) reveals an underreported risk from GLP-1 usage—muscle loss—and a strong demand for supplement solutions. According to the report, GLP-1 users are the most likely group to want muscle-protecting supplements ...
New Speakers and Educational Updates Announced for Naturally Independent Expo
Bluebonnet Nutrition will sponsor a free breakfast and educational lecture by Carl Germano, CNS, CDN, at the upcoming Naturally Independent Expo (NIE) in Palm Springs, CA. The annual conference and trade show for West Coast independent health food retailers takes place Nov. 14-15 at the Palm Springs Convention Center. Germano, a long-time fixture on the ...
New Study Shows Vegans Have Lowest Omega-3 Levels
A new peer-reviewed study published in the journal Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids (PLEFA) sheds light on how diet patterns influence long-chain omega-3 levels (EPA and DHA) across different groups. The research measured both dietary intake and red blood cell levels of omega-3s and showed that individuals adhering to vegan diets had significantly lower ...
EuroPharma Announces Second Major Expansion
On Oct. 1, EuroPharma (Green Bay, WI), makers of the Terry Naturally supplement brand, announced its second major expansion since its founding in 2003. The growth reflects the company’s commitment to providing safe, effective and science-supported dietary supplements to consumers nationwide. “We continue to grow, and quite honestly, we’ve been bursting at the seams. This ...
Global Liver Health Supplements Market Projected to Reach $3.11 Billion by 2032
According to Coherent Market Insights (CMI), the global liver health supplements market was valued at $1.34 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $3.11 billion by 2032, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8 percent. According to the analysis, one of the biggest drivers is increasing prevalence of liver diseases such as cirrhosis, ...
Vitaquest Launches VQ Cares to Support Underserved Communities
Contract supplement manufacturer Vitaquest International (West Caldwell, NJ) introduced VQ Cares, a charitable initiative dedicated to providing free dietary supplements to those in underserved communities. The initiative is in collaboration with the National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) and the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) Foundation. “Millions of families lack the nutrition they ...
FDA Declares NMN Lawful in Dietary Supplements, Industry Reacts
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reversed course and confirmed that Beta (β) Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN) is lawful for use in dietary supplements. Responding to citizen petitions filed by the Natural Products Association (NPA), Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), and the Alliance for Natural Health (ANH), the FDA revised its interpretation of a ...
BMJ Group Retracts Study on Apple Cider Vinegar and Weight Loss
On Sept. 23, BMJ Group retracted a study suggesting that small daily quantities of apple cider vinegar might help people who are overweight or obese to lose weight. The small clinical trial was initially published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health in March 2024. The findings generated widespread international attention and continue to be referenced ...
Detwiler’s Farm Market Opens New Distribution Center
On Sept. 29, Detwiler’s Farm Market, a family-owned grocery chain based in Florida, announced the opening of its new state-of-the-art warehouse and distribution center at the Florida International Tradeport in Palmetto, FL. The new facility spans 133,000 square feet. According to Detwiler’s, the new distribution center will serve as the hub for the company’s stores, ...
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