Alissa Marrapodi

New research conducted by Oregon State University investigated two compounds—xanthohumol (XN) and tetrahydro-XN (TXN)—originating from hops for their ability to support liver health.

The bulletin is an update of the article on pomegranate adulteration published in ABC’s peer-reviewed journal HerbalGram in 2016.

GNC entered into an exclusive agreement with Walmart to sell a selection of men and women's essential everyday vitamins in several different formats in Walmart stores and Walmart.com.

Now met the technical and quality benchmarks to receive ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation from the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) for its analytical and microbiological laboratories.

Prinova created an innovative e-commerce experience for food-grade vitamins and amino acids with the launch of its new website for the United States and Canada.

Evolva launched Veri-te Pets resveratrol for use in animal dietary supplements to support age-related challenges.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients launched Deminal 90 Organic, a new organic version of its demineralized whey ingredient for infant formula.

Ardent Mills acquired all of the assets of Hinrichs Trading Company, a North American chickpea sourcing, cleaning and packaging company.

International Molasses introduced CaneRite Panela, an all-natural, unrefined, non-centrifuged powder sweetener made from the freshly squeezed juice of the entire sugar cane plant.

Nature’s Sunshine is launching a new personalization program later this year that gives practitioners and retailers the ability to offer their customers personalized health packs presorted and conveniently packed based on their individual health and wellness needs.

The two companies will collaborate to leverage their combined capabilities to set a roadmap for the future of vitamin K2.

EpiCor, a postbiotic from Cargill received a letter of no objection for Cargill’s GRAS (generally recognized as safe) notice from FDA .

Affron, from Pharmactive Biotech Products, was awarded a U.S. patent for its role in mental wellbeing.

Kerry is developing a purpose-built food technology and innovation center of excellence in Queensland, Australia, which will include pilot plants, laboratories, and tasting facilities.

Marinova is conducting a new clinical trial, in collaboration with Nutrasource, to further explore the immunomodulatory properties of Maritech fucoidan, a marine polysaccharide found naturally in brown seaweed, in healthy adults.

The CRN Foundation launched Vitamin D & Me!, a consumer education website, which focuses on U.S. consumers ages 55+, and the relationship between vitamin D and COVID-19.

Biomega Group expanded its biorefining footprint by investing in a new greenfield site in Hirtshals, Denmark. The expansion will increase production capacity and support its plans to grow its new Biomega PURE salmon peptide business for the human health and nutrition market.

Heart-health supplements continue to compete with everyday foods and pharma.

Zeus Hygia Lifesciences Pvt Ltd. launched BioSOLVE Technology, a patent-pending delivery system that offers higher bioavailability, efficacy, and potency for water-insoluble active ingredients by utilizing a food-grade encapsulating excipients. 

Synergy Flavors Inc. acquired Innova Flavors from Griffith Foods Worldwide, expanding its savory capabilities to meet the demands of new product development happening in meat alternatives, sauces, side dishes, and snacks.

The Board of Directors of Kenko International, Inc. announced the appointment of Kevin Johnson to president and CEO of its U.S.-subsidiary.

Nascent Health Sciences is introducing a new look and a new strategic vision, including a new website, logo, and new services to mark its 10-year anniversary.

After a multimillion-dollar investment in its Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin facility, Milk Specialties Global is starting production on lactoferrin as part of its NutriPRO family of products.

ParActin Andrographis paniculata from HP Ingredients, was granted a product license (#80109555) from Health Canada to support joint health symptoms.

Bone health is a top priority for some consumers, but not all. The supplements industry would like to see that change.

To help with transit delays, and costs to loyal customers, Gold Coast Ingredients is expanding to the east coast by opening a third facility in Gilbert, PA.

EverGrain and Bright Future Foods are collaborating to create sustainable and climate-positive food solutions.

Diana Food added an organic cultured celery powder to its Food Protection Platform for natural meat curing.

In a partnership with Elemend Health, Stauber Performance Ingredients introduced HIgGH GOLD Colostrum 40, a highly concentrated colostrum ingredient for immune and digestive health with 40% immunoglobulin G (IgG).

CRN is launching a conference for marketing and communications folks in wellness industries—WellComms. The virtual, two-day conference held June 16 – 17, 2021, will host six sessions featuring top subject matter experts and provide opportunities to deepen interpersonal connections with industry decision-makers.