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Natural Grocers Expands Standards for Household Cleaning Products
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (Lakewood, CO) announced it is once again raising the bar for household cleaning products with expanded product standards that reflect the latest research and the company’s commitment to human and environmental health. Natural Grocers first introduced its household cleaning standards in 2016, offering carefully curated alternatives to conventional products. The ...
Trade Associations Respond to Section 232 Investigation
In April, the U.S. Department of Commerce began an investigation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to determine the effects on the national security of imports of pharmaceuticals, pharmaceutical ingredients and derivative products. After the investigation is complete, President Donald Trump will decide what action to take which could include tariffs. ...
FDA Updates Ruling on “Healthy” Food Label Claims
Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released its final ruling to update the “healthy” claims used by manufacturers for food labels. The updated claim is consistent with current nutrition science and federal dietary guidance. According to FDA, claims like “healthy” on food labels can help consumers identify healthier choices at a quick glance. ...
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Join HP Ingredients in Anaheim, CA! Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA – March 4-7, 2025 For more information, visit hpingredients.com. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Any information provided or opinions made in ...
NOW Survey Reveals Top Health and Wellness Priorities in 2025
A new consumer survey commissioned by NOW Health Group (Bloomingdale, IL) reveals energy is set to dominate health and wellness in 2025. According to the report, 56 percent of respondents are seeking supplements to boost their energy levels and keep up with their busy lives. Other high-ranked trends include fitness support at 37 percent, better ...
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Come Visit Us at Booth 2637 For Our Great Ingredients Line-up! Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV – October 28-31, 2024 For more information, visit hpingredients.com. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. ...
U.S. Sales of Herbal Supplements Increased in 2023
According to American Botanical Council (ABC)’s 2023 Herb Market Report, U.S. consumers spent an additional $533 million on herbal supplements in 2023 compared to 2022, a 4.4 percent increase in annual sales. The 2023 report is based on U.S. retail sales data provided by SPINS and Nutrition Business Journal (NBJ). The report was co-written by ...
In Memoriam: James Gormley, Former VR Editor/Writer and Natural Products Industry Consultant
On Aug. 14, 2024, former Vitamin Retailer (VR) editor and industry consultant James J. Gormley died at age 61 in Delray Beach, FL from natural causes. Gormley was an award-winning journalist, blogger, writer and editor specializing in medicine, health, nutrition and dietary supplements. He was a frequent contributor for various natural product industry trade publications and ...
Peak Protein Wins Sofi Gold Award at Summer Fancy Food Show
New Jersey-based Peak Protein won an award at the 2024 Summer Fancy Food Show, which was held from Jun. 23-25 at the Javits Center in New York, NY. During the show, Peak was honored with the Sofi Gold Award in the “Wellness Bars & Gels” category for its Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Protein Bar. “We ...
Industry Questions New Bill Seeking to Address Tianeptine
A new bill introduced by Representative Frank Pallone (D-NJ) and Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) seeks to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Dubbed, “Prohibiting Tianeptine and Other Dangerous Substances Act,” the bill would give the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to prohibit certain ingredients that “don’t meet the definitions of dietary ...
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