VR 2011
Complex Benefits of Olive Compounds
The Mediterranean diet, with its rich variety of fresh fruits, vegetables and olive oils, is likely the most widely promoted and scientifically proven healthy lifestyle in the world. An increasing volume of scientific research reveals that a key reason for the Mediterranean diet’s proven health benefits is its richness in antioxidant compounds known as phenols ...
Breathing Burdens
Respiratory problems are sending consumers in search of natural products that can help them breathe easier.Breathing is a natural function that most people do not even think about. The body is designed to inhale and exhale with ease. According to the American Lung Association (ALA), the average adult takes 15-20 breaths a minute, which adds ...
Joint Efforts
Sufferers of bone and joint pain are looking to natural product retailers for education and relief. Everyone gets a little bit older each day; there is no avoiding that. While aging Baby Boomers may forge the bone and joint health category, they’re not alone. Eveeryone, from young athletes to seniors are also feeling the pain. ...
A Focus On Vision
Modern life stresses on the eyes coupled with increasing knowledge of a link between nutrition and ocular disease is growing the market for vision health supplements. The incidence of eye diseases among the aging population is on the rise, but a growing number of research studies have reported that many vision impairment causes are preventable ...
The Retailer As Gatekeeper
As a bridge for consumers seeking healthier lives, retailers have an awesome responsibility. While last year’s GAO investigation produced disturbing results, it prompted a response that has them more prepared than ever to fulfill their role. The dietary supplement and natural products industry has long suffered criticism for operating without oversight, but this scrutiny has ...
Supplement Science: Magnesium: A Mineral for Better Health
Magnesium is an essential mineral for health that is required for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. It helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function, keeps heart rhythm steady, supports a healthy immune system and keeps bones strong. Magnesium also helps regulate blood sugar levels, promotes normal blood pressure, and is known to ...
Preventative Pet Care
Consumers are flocking to animal-friendly supplements Pets need as much care and support as humans, and as a society, we are beginning to realize this. Overall, the number of pet lovers in the country is continuing to increase; according to statistics from the American Pet Product Association (APPA), 62 percent of U.S. households own a ...
State Of The Heart
Manufacturers say good choices and good information are the best ways to tackle heart health issues, and customers are seeking the best recommendations for both. The World Health Organization (WHO) stated that cardiovascular disease is not only the No. 1 killer in America, it is the No. 1 killer in the world. WHO adds that ...
Ubiquinol Update 2011
Now in its fourth year since its launch, ubiquinol is no rookie to the dietary supplement industry. Dozens of finished products feature ubiquinol, a form of CoQ10 so reactive that its commercial stability was only made available recently. CoQ10 researchers had known about ubiquinol for decades, and their understanding of this molecule continues to broaden. ...
Digestive Deliverance
As the number of people suffering from digestive issues steadily increases, consumers are looking for natural care as a basis for wellness. The human digestive system plays a critical role in overall health; improper digestion of food particles may be the underlying cause of various digestive complaints. According to The American College of Gastroenterology, over ...
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