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Edward Wyszumiala, Director of Market Development, United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
United States Pharmacopeia (USP) www.usp.org [email protected] (301) 881-0666 Ed Wyszumiala is the director of market development at the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), where he manages the verification programs and new program development. For more than 20 years, Wyszumiala has worked in the dietary supplement industry, where he has been involved in quality, regulatory affairs and ...
David Bowie, Queen and Your Blood Pressure
One of my all-time favorites is the collaboration between Queen and David Bowie to create the musical masterpiece “Under Pressure.” However, I can’t listen to the lyrics “Pressure … pushing down on me … pressing down on you …” and hear that beating, building pulse of a rhythm without thinking of blood pressure. Maybe I ...
Statin Use & Vitamin D Supplementation
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a range of conditions characterized by their ability to affect heart health.1 The prevalence of CVD on a global scale is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, and it accounts for nearly 18 million deaths yearly.2 Statin drugs, 3-hydroxy-3-methyglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors, are the most commonly prescribed class ...
Palmitoleic Acid: An Omega-7 Fatty Acid for Inflammation & Metabolic Wellness
Although the omega-3, 6, 7 and 9 category of fatty acids has grown consistently over the past few decades—and the worldwide market for fatty acids will grow from nearly $13.5 billion in 2018 to $17.5 billion by 20231—the public and the dietary supplement industry know the least about the value of the omega-7 fatty acids. ...
The Basics for Mental and Physical Health
According to the www.webmd.com article mentioned in “Natural Solutions for Mood Support,” in Vitamin Retailer’s November 2021 issue, there are lifestyle steps that consumers can take to improve their mental and physical health, which are closely related. First, consumers should regularly exercise, which is important not only for physical fitness, but also for improving mood. ...
Natural Solutions for Mood Support
The pandemic has impacted consumers both mentally and physically. The natural products industry offers products to address overall health in these trying times. The idea that mental health is equally as important as physical health could not be truer. The mind and body work together in sync, and when something is wrong with either of ...
Zinc Shown to Help Relieve UTIs
Findings from research about the role of zinc in the immune system may help the development of new non-antibiotic treatment strategies for bacterial diseases, such as urinary tract infections (UTIs), according to authors of a published study. UTIs are one of the most common bacterial infections worldwide and can lead to serious conditions such as ...
Vitamins and Minerals: Building Blocks for Immunity!
When customers come in for immune-support products, don’t forget vitamins and minerals. Plato’s declaration, “Necessity is the mother of all inventions,” underscores the connection between brands and consumers, according to Chris Meletis, ND, director of clinical education, Utah-based Trace Minerals. “There are few greater motivators than fear and safety,” he asserted. This is motivating consumers ...
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