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The Green Evolution
Once purchased solely by hardcore health consumers, green food supplements are attracting a wider audience.Product innovation and strong supplier partnerships are keys to satisfying this widening demographic. Although recent SPINScan data shows that green food supplement dollar sales are down 1.3 percent, at the same time unit sales are up 4.7 percent. Roy Upton, RH, ...
Safe Training
Despite the continuous doubt associated with the inclusion of illegal ingredients in sports supplements, the category continues to thrive as extra steps are taken to ensure safety. Although the sports supplement industry has been attacked in recent years for its alleged ineffective regulatory support, the United States is still without question the largest consumer market ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Boosting The Burn
Responsible retailers depend on reputable manufacturers to provide carefully chosen and scientifically proven ingredients in weight management products— and to shift away from gimmicks. WIth the holidays over, it’s time to get back to reality and keep “hedonic hunger” eating patterns in check.Consumers seeking natural ways to help them, as well as the buyers at ...
What’s In Store for 2011?
Vitamin Retailer conducted a roundtable discussion of industry professionals and association leaders to reflect on 2010 and forecast what’s to come in the New Year. Panel Andreas Koch, marketing director for Barlean’s (Ferndale, WA), manufacturer of flaxseed and fish oil Omega Swirl products Keri Marshall, MS, ND, and medical director for Gaia Herbs (Brevard, NC), ...
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