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Synergistic Blends: Michael’s Health Celebrates 40 Years
In the early 1980’s, Michael Schwartz, NMD, owner of Michael’s Health, worked as a body, mind and nutritional counselor at Major Health Foods in McAllen, TX where store owner Lily Majors was seeking natural remedies for improved health. It was while working there that he had the idea to combine individual ingredients instead of having […]
Ole Miss Launches Dietary Supplement and Medical Cannabis Graduate Program
The University of Mississippi created a new online graduate program focusing on medical cannabis and dietary supplements. The new Master of Science in Dietary Supplements and Medical Cannabis program plays on the university’s long-standing expertise in both fields. The new program builds upon the research and expertise of the National Center for Natural Products Research […]
Natural Grocers Celebrates Organic Month, Invites Customers to Celebrate
Specialty retailer Natural Grocers (Lakewood, CO) is raising awareness toward Organic Month with discounts on organic products, community education on the organic movement and fundraising efforts. The promotion will run all throughout September. For three days from September 14-16, Natural Grocers offers additional in-store shopping incentives and promotions including savings of up to 46 percentage […]
Customer Education is Key for Store Success
Customers who come to health food stores are hungry for solutions and knowledge. Many are self-driven and self-educated when it comes to conditions or nutrients that interest them most. But it’s also just as certain there are plenty of individuals who are looking to you and your staff to guide them to the best solutions. […]
Children’s Health & Wellness Grows
Natural products addressing children’s health are booming as manufacturers focus on parents’ top concerns. Parents are responsible for all aspects of their children’s lives, from safety and security to education and learning the ropes of life. One of a parent’s most important responsibilities, however, is ensuring optimal nutrition and the overall good health of their […]
Natural Grocers Honors Earth Day
Throughout April, Natural Grocers, will be honoring Earth Day with discounts and in-store programming to promote environmentally conscious products and sustainable practices. The company’s 2023 Earth Day celebration will culminate with three days of special Earth Day deals, freebies and sweepstakes, April 22-24. Raquel Isely, vice president of marketing for Natural Grocers, stated, “Though Earth Day […]
Natural Products Expo West 2023 to be Held This Week
Natural Products Expo West 2023, the natural and organic industry’s largest annual event, kicks off this week from March 7-11 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. Presented by New Hope Networks, the event will cover a range of educational topics discussed by speakers and panels of distinguished industry experts. Subjects will include “The […]
Earth Fare’s Fresh Forum Webinar Series Continues With Heart Health Awareness
This February once again marks American Heart Month, and Earth Fare is offering resources to help its shoppers learn more about heart disease—the leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This is the natural and organic grocery store’s second installment of Fresh Forum, a free […]
The New Year Marks Debut of Earth Fare’s Monthly Webinar Series
This January, as millions of people around the globe recommit to their health goals, retailer Earth Fare will said it would recommit to its promise to help its shoppers lead healthier lives. The natural and organic grocery store with locations around the Southeast, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic will debut a free monthly webinar series aimed at […]
CRN Announces New Board Chair, Executive Officers, and Newly Elected Board Members for 2023
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has announced that Tara Martin, general counsel, Nutrawise/You Theory, will serve as the association’s new board of directors chair beginning in January 2023. Ms. Martin succeeds Barry Ritz, PhD, chief scientific officer and vice president, professional R&D and regulatory affairs, Nestlé Health Science, who has served in the role […]
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