VR 2015 09
Zinc Carnosine for Ulcers & Gastrointestinal Discomfort
The stomach and intestines have a mucous membrane lining that provides protection against hydrochloric acid and other digestive juices normally used to break down food in our digestive system. If there is even a small loss of that mucous membrane, there is likely to be significant discomfort. Unfortunately, one in 10 Americans will develop this […]
Say Yes to NO—Nitric Oxide
Research on nitric oxide used to be in the realm of obscure scientists. All that changed in 1998 when the Nobel prize for physiology and medicine was awarded to three men who explained how production of this powerful natural compound—a gas called nitric oxide—is used by the body to fight off infection, reduce blood pressure, […]
Prebiotics and Probiotics: Delivering What Consumers Want
Prebiotics and probiotics have hit the mainstream consumer market. Today’s consumers are more educated than ever before on the gut microbiome’s influence on overall health. Digestive care supplements and food product sales continue to skyrocket. According to Michele McRae, certified nutritionist at supplement manufacturer Rainbow Light in California, “Even mainstream grocery and big box stores […]
Other Plant-based EFAs Gain Interest
By Cheryl Myers, Chief of Education and Scientific Affairs at EuroPharma, Inc., Green Bay, WI If you are a vegetarian or vegan, than obviously a marine source of omega-3s is not appropriate. Plant omega-3s are not the same as salmon omega-3s. And even though alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) from flax has its benefits, it still needs […]
EFA News
There are some exciting developments emanating from manufacturers of EFA supplements that are certainly intriguing. Cheryl Myers, Chief of Education and Scientific Affairs at EuroPharma, reports that up until now, its Vectomega was always available as a tablet. However, this autumn, the supplement will also be available in a capsule form, “which we’re very excited […]
EFA Update
Consumers may be asking questions about EFA drugs vs. supplements, and a published article excoriating EFA research—here’s how to respond. One of the largest and most widely recognized dietary supplement categories, essential fatty acids are sought out and purchased by millions of men and women, many of whom were told by their physicians to either […]
Ten Takeaways From Evolving Culture of Food & Beverage
At The Hartman Group’s A.C.T. “Food Culture Forecast 2015” this past April held in Austin, TX, professionals and practitioners from across the broad spectrum of the food and beverage industry converged for an immersive learning experience on the cultural factors and trends transforming their businesses. For those who missed out, here are 10 gems from […]
Anticipating Trends
Post Dr. Oz effect, consumers are relying on other sources that are creating the latest trends at retail. The participants are: Ramona Billingslea Marketing Manager Betsy’s Health Foods Houston, TX Juanita Landon Assistant Store Manager Garner’s Natural Market Columbia, SC Todd Pauli Partner, The Shelton Group Marketing, NOW Foods Bloomingdale, IL Carmela Wolf Wellness Manager […]
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