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NOW Testing of St. John’s Wort Reveals Widespread Failure
NOW Health Group (Bloomingdale, IL) continued its testing program of supplements sold on Amazon. This round of testing focused on the popular herb St. John’s wort. Results showed that every single product (except for NOW’s brand) failed potency testing. Several samples contained synthetic dyes, which are commonly used to make low-quality or adulterated products appear ...
Trade Associations Respond to Study on Melatonin and Heart Failure
In a new preliminary study, the American Heart Association (AHA) claims long-term use of melatonin supplements was associated with a higher risk of heart failure. According to the AHA, melatonin is a hormone naturally produced in the body by the pineal gland and helps regulate the body’s sleep-wake cycle. Melatonin supplements are often used as ...
Fungi Perfecti Earns Living Wage Certification
On Oct. 10, Fungi Perfecti (Olympia, WA), makers of the Host Defense Mushrooms line, announced it received official certification as a Leading Living Wage Employer by Living Wage For US. According to the Global Living Wage Coalition, a living wage is defined as “the remuneration received for a standard workweek by a worker in a ...
Herbs, Etc. Unveils New Brand Identity
On Oct. 8, Herbs, Etc. (Santa Fe, NM) announced a refreshed brand identity inspired by its ancestral traditions and the natural beauty of Santa Fe. The rebrand reflects the company’s legacy of herbalist-crafted formulas while introducing a modern look, renewed voice and expanded national presence. Herbs, Etc. was founded by esteemed herbalist Michael Moore who ...
Jambar Announces Strategic Retail and Distribution Expansion
California-based organic energy bar manufacturer Jambar announced it is expanding its retail footprint across the United States. The company is celebrating its 5th anniversary, and the bars will be available in more than 200 new store locations. Jambar also announced the growth of its distribution network. According to the company, Jambars will now be available ...
Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract Shown to Improve Periodontal Health
According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly half of all Americans over the age of 30 has some form of periodontal disease. This can cause tooth loss and studies have linked periodontal diseases to conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, COPD and other respiratory issues. Traditionally, treating periodontal disease centered around improve ...
Herbalist & Alchemist Publishes Annual Sustainability Report for 2024
Herbalist & Alchemist (H&A, Washington, NJ) released its Annual Sustainability Report, which shows that the company has once again exceeded high benchmarks. The report recaps sustainability progress made in 2024 with a priority on the company’s Zero Waste program, sustainable sourcing initiative and multi-scope emission accounting. In 2021, H&A qualified for Zero Waste certification, which ...
Bluebonnet Nutrition Responds to Protein Powder Report
Nutritional supplement brand Bluebonnet Nutrition (Sugar Land, TX) responded to the recent Consumer Reports article regarding heavy metal contamination in protein powders. “Protecting consumer health is a shared priority, and we recognize the importance of continued vigilance when it comes to product safety and quality,” said Bluebonnet President Gary Barrows. “While the findings raise concerns ...
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 ...
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