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Protein: A Vital Macronutrient for Older Adults!
I recently celebrated my 64th birthday. For more than 43 years I have raced endurance events. I am the farthest thing from a world-class endurance athlete. However, world-class athletes are few and far between. Therefore, I believe the information I’m going to present in this article will not only be useful for retailers but will ...
Scott’s Protein Balls Unveils New Branding, Packaging and Formulation
New York-based Scott’s Protein Balls unveiled a new chapter with a refreshed brand identity featuring cleaner ingredients, updated packaging and a reinforced commitment to purpose-driven nutrition. According to the company, the new packaging and logo reflect the company’s journey of growth and evolution. The new design features a modern and youthful look with a bold ...
Natural Grocers Unveils Must-Know Trends for 2025
On Dec. 2, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (Lakewood, CO) unveiled its Top Trends for 2025. “At Natural Grocers, we’re always eager to see how evolving trends inspire healthier, more sustainable lifestyles. Each year we sift through evolving shopping habits and cutting-edge research to pinpoint the trends that will shape the way we live, eat, and ...
The Women Sports Nutrition Category Explodes!
Women’s sports is on the rise – BIG TIME! All you have to do is turn on your TV. Stadiums and arenas are sold out. TV ratings are through the roof. With rock star women athletes like WNBA basketball star Caitlin Clark and Olympic Gold medalist sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson, among others, leading the way, the ...
Isopure Partners with Tiffani Thiessen for Holiday Recipes
Isopure by Glanbia Performance Nutrition (Downers Grove, IL) announced a partnership with actress and author Tiffani Thiessen to bring holiday recipes that deliver all the flavor with an added nutritional boost. “The holidays are my favorite time of year to be in the kitchen,” Thiessen said. “I love to get creative with my recipes and ...
The Meteoric Growth of the Plant-based Diet
According to the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA), 70 percent of the U.S. population ate plant-based foods in 2022, up from 66 percent in 2021. In 2022, 60 percent of households bought plant-based foods, with an 80 percent repeat purchase rate across all categories. Consumers are motivated to eat plant-based foods for a variety of ...
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 ...
Kenneth Lee & Caryl Levine, Co-founders of Lotus Foods, Inc.
Kenneth Lee, co-founder and former co-CEO of Lotus Foods, has more than 25 years of experience creating supply chains with and for small holder rice farmers in developing countries. He has placed an emphasis on organic, fair trade and regenerative practices to mitigate climate change, preserve rice biodiversity and promote farmer prosperity. Lee co-led the ...
New Research on Essential Amino Acids for Muscle Repair
Previously, I wrote an article titled “Sarcopenia & Amino Acids” for the September 2017 issue of Vitamin Retailer. In it, I discussed the science behind a specific, patented blend of essential amino acids (EAAs) known as Reginator, with a focus on sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). I also reviewed research on EAAs’ impact on younger subjects ...
Sports Nutrition: Is the Category Unstoppable?
The panel: Izhar Basha, Founder and CEO, EHPLabs, Valley Cottage, NY, https://ehplabs.com Ramona Billingslea, Marketing Manager, Betsy’s Health Foods, Spring, TX, https://betsyhealth.com Carl Germano, CNS, CDN, Vice President of Verdant Nature, Consultant for Bluebonnet Nutrition, Sugar Land, TX, https://bluebonnetnutrition.com Niki Kennedy, Director, Insights & Content, Glanbia Nutritionals, Chicago, IL & Galway, Ireland, www.glanbianutritionals.com Spencer Lynn, ...
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