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The Science & Regulatory Status of N-Acetylcysteine (NAC)
From a regulatory perspective, it has been a bumpy couple of years for N-acetylcysteine (NAC)—although the science of this well-researched amino acid was never in question. In this article, I’m going to review the science of NAC, as well as its erstwhile and current regulatory status. Let’s start with the science. The Science of NAC ...
Walk it Out!
A new study shows that walking for exercise also can reduce frequent knee pain. This sounds contrary to biophysics, but the researchers stress that the results of their study suggest strongly that walking may be an effective treatment to reduce damage occurring within the joints. A new study published today in Arthritis & Rheumatology led ...
Talking Healthy Aging With Cheryl Myers
Vitamin Retailer reached out to Cheryl Myers, chief of scientific affairs and education at Green Bay, WI-based EuroPharma/Terry Naturally. VR: What are the top cognitive support products that retailers should be aware of? Myers: For cognition and mental well-being, I would point to our CuraMed Brain supplement. Like our other CuraMed and Curamin supplements, it ...
The Impact of Sleep on Weight Management
Getting enough sleep is an integral part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. A lack of sleep can cause numerous health issues and even a shortened lifespan in the long run, making it important to ensure that one sleeps an adequate amount each night. Regarding weight control, a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition ...
Keeping Up With Customer Demand
It’s a well-known statement that in retail, the customer is the boss. After all, they are the ones ultimately paying the bills. But keeping up with their demands can be a challenge. Between supply chain issues, crop failures, international conflict and other challenges, being able to keep your store stocked with everything your customers need ...
Natural Help for Migraines
Migraine headaches are the third most common illness in the world, affecting 12 percent to 22 percent of Americans and at least 8.3 percent of Canadians. Ninety-one percent of them can’t function normally during their attacks and frequently miss work. Nutrient Deficiencies Many young people who suffer from migraines are deficient in certain nutrients. 42 ...
Articulating Well: Promoting Healthy Joint Function
When key joints work well, usually the rest of the body follows suit. Here’s how to help your customers “articulate.” The language of joint dysfunction is usually peppered by “ouch!” The articular system, when healthy, is not something we normally notice until a joint pops, a sound that lets us know it’s there. But when ...
Resolving to Manage Weight
The start of the new year brings customers seeking weight management assistance into health food stores. Retailers can help them begin their journeys in healthy and sustainable ways. As the new year begins and consumers contemplate their resolutions, many opt to put weight loss regimen plans into action. They decide that they will exercise more, ...
Healthy Living
Insights into the healthy aging category. Panelists: Janus Baker, Marketing Brand Manager, Wakunaga of America, Mission Viejo, CA, www.kyolic.com Ramona Billingslea, Marketing Manager, Betsy’s Health Foods, Spring, TX, www.betsyhealth.com Gene Bruno, MS, MHS, RH(AHG), Vice President of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, NutraScience Labs (Twinlab Consolidated Holdings), www.nutrasciencelabs.com Dan Lifton, CEO, Quality of Life Labs, Port ...
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