dietary supplements
Detox, Liver Health & the Supplement Market
There are many options for an internal “clean up,” and retailers can guide their customers to the best solutions. The State of the Market Detox and liver health are experiencing steady growth, but remain smaller categories compared to other health areas. According to Kristin Chapman, MSc, category manager at Life Extension (Fort Lauderdale, FL), internet ...
CRN Encourages Greater Inclusion of Dietary Supplements in Dietary Guidelines
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) acknowledged efforts of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee in reviewing extensive data on nutrient intake in the United States, but expressed “disappointment” that the guidelines do not consider scientific evidence pertaining to dietary supplements. According to CRN, the report revealed troubling trends, particularly how Americans’ diets consistently fall short of aligning with Dietary Guidelines recommendations, leading ...
Texas Becomes Latest State to Introduce Age Restriction Bill
On Nov. 26, 2024, Representative Dr. Suleman Lalani (D-TX) filed House Bill 1474 (HB 1474), which would prohibit the sale of weight loss and muscle building dietary supplements to minors. The bill was submitted for the 2025 legislative session, which begins on Jan. 14. “A person may not sell, offer to sell, or give away, ...
Industry Responds to RFK Jr.’s Nomination as HHS Director
On Nov. 14, President-elect Donald Trump nominated environmental attorney Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK) as director of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). After ending his own presidential campaign, Kennedy endorsed Trump and has since launched “Make America Healthy Again,” a campaign that “prioritizes regenerative agriculture, protects natural resources and removes harmful toxins ...
CRN Releases Select Findings From 2024 Consumer Survey
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) released select findings from its 2024 Consumer Survey conducted by Ipsos. This year’s survey reported 75 percent of Americans continue to use dietary supplements, demonstrating the ongoing role supplements play in health and wellness, according to the association. However, the survey also highlighted subtle shifts in product choices. According ...
New Jersey State Assembly Passes Age Restriction Bill, Industry Responds
On Oct. 28, the New Jersey State Assembly passed a bill that prohibits the sale of weight loss or muscle building dietary supplements to those under the age of 18 unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. A1848 passed in the State Assembly by a vote of 56 to 17 with four abstentions. The bill ...
HealthLOQ and GRMA Partner on Dietary Supplement Product Integrity Program
HealthLOQ (Scottsdale, AZ) announced a partnership with the Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) in launching the Dietary Supplement Product Integrity Program. Developed through a consortium of industry stakeholders—such as retailers, brands, manufacturers, testing/inspection/certification (TIC) organizations, accreditation bodies and trade organizations, this program promotes transparency, credibility and scientific integrity within the dietary supplement product category. ...
Oregon Introduces Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act to Protect Children
United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) introduced the Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act (CSRA) to establish national standards to protect public health and safety and keep cannabis products out of the hands of children. The bill is co-sponsored by Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR). According to Wyden, the CSRA would establish a national age restriction to ...
New Jersey Advances Dietary Supplement Age Restriction Bill
On Sep. 23, the New Jersey State Assembly Health Committee passed an age-restriction bill for muscle building supplements (A1848) to customers under 18 years of age. The bill will now be reviewed by the General Assembly. The bill is sponsored by Herb Conaway, Jr. (D, Legislative District 7) and Benjie E. Wimberly (D, Legislative District ...
Nutrition for Children: Definitely Not “Kids’ Stuff”
Parents today are very sophisticated with regard to quality, taste and efficacy for dietary supplements geared to children. The market for children’s health has been faring much better than the adult market if we are to compare a 20 percent boost in kids’ health vs. growth of only about 8 percent for adult health, according ...
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