Alissa Marrapodi

Lonza has launched an organic and Non-GMO Project Verified version of its UC-II collagen ingredient.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition (Washington, D.C.; CRN) welcomed 12 new companies to its association’s membership.

TheraBreath (Los Angeles, CA) introduced Immunity Support Oral Spray Supplement, made with a proprietary blend of immune-boosting ingredients, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, sprayed directly to the mouth and throat.

Good Rāz launched quick-absorbing vitamin D3 drops that can be added to foods and beverages without altering the taste or texture using a unique water-soluble, no-stir formula.

The American Herbal Products Association announced Cara Welch, PhD, acting director, office of dietary supplement programs (ODSP) at FDA, will address attendees at the virtual AHPA Botanical Congress, held Monday, May 24, during the opening session.

Verdure Sciences launched Longvida, a turmeric extract standardized to curcumin and total curcuminoids (solid lipid curcumin particle - SLCP), in Brazil after receiving ANVISA approval through distribution partner Kilyos Nutrition

Imbibe launched Ingredients by Imbibe, a new platform that offers the company’s ingredients to external R&D teams, including The Senses, a suite of taste solutions that address common product attribute complaints through flavor modulation, masking, and mouthfeel optimization, and Pre/Sense Stevia.

CV Sciences, Inc. formed an ongoing partnership with Alkemist Labs to collaborate with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) on efforts to help cannabis testing labs demonstrate and improve measurement capabilities and comparability.

Yemoja, Ltd. launched EPS-Revive, an external polysaccharide sulphate (EPS) topical beauty ingredient derived from a species of red algae.

Vidya Herbs Inc. recently announced it achieved self-affirmed Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) designation for its green coffee extract, CGA-7.

Deerland Probiotics & Enzymes attained a list of published health claims following the inclusion of its DE111 probiotic as a food ingredient under the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) Code.

Now has partnered with seven nationally recognized experts across the wellness spectrum to inspire consumers to #LiveHealthyNOW with access to its in-demand guidance and free exclusive content at nowfoods.com/experts.

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) and ClearCut Analytics are hosting a 30-minute webinar on the U.S. EPA and DHA supplement category on  Amazon on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 9 a.m. PDT/12 p.m. EDT.

To reduce its reliance on road transportation, Beneo (Wijgmaal, Belgium) invested half a million Euro in waterway transport and increased the unloading capacity at its rice starch plant.

The report from ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program confirms that adulterated and mislabeled materials are being sold as elderberry.

PanTheryx launched three new delivery formats for its digestive and immune health ingredient, ColostrumOne high-quality bovine (cow): extruded soft-chews, soft press, and baked nutrition bars.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition launched "Probiotics: What’s Inside is Alive," a campaign that educates retail buyers and customers about probiotics, to help retail buyers better curate their offerings, improves retailer handling including storage, and informs customers about their benefits.

Sibelius Natural Products launched Sibelius: MyceliAid, a mushroom-based immune ingredient made with a wild-crafted, sustainably sourced chaga mushroom that is grown on birch trees and hand-picked by local farmers.

Indena was awarded the American Herbal Products Association’s Centennial Award, celebrating its 100 years in the botanical derivatives industry.

The non-profit organization U.S.-China Health Products Association launched a video podcast “HPA-Global Insights” on YouTube.

Informa Markets will be holding The Vitafoods Insights Virtual Expo on May 10 – 13, 2021.

The Organic & Natural Health Association partnered with the Williams-Franklin Foundation to help raise a minimum of $50,000 over the next five years to support education expenses for historically black colleges and universities (HBCU) students.

Gadot Biochemical Industries is entering the oral care market, as its mineral ingredients—including zinc phosphate, zinc gluconate, zinc citrate, tri potassium citrate and more—are now available to fulfill global demand for toothpastes, mouthwashes and rinses, breath fresheners, and gums.

Lycored expanded its line of astaxanthin products with an oleoresin created from Haematococcus pluvialis algae designed for soft gels and a microencapsulated starch beadlet, a cold water dispersible microencapsulated solution for beverages and dry mixes.

Bestevia Rebaudioside B from SweeGen (Rancho Santa Margarita, CA) received a GRAS (generally recognized as safe) no objection letter from FDA.

Gencor announced that AGEprost is listed on Health Canada’s Licensed Natural Health Products Database (LNHPD) for prostate health claims.

Unibar Corp. launched a line of plant-based ingredients called Univita, which include guava leaves, holy basil and amla (Indian gooseberry), all with improved magnesium and/or zinc content.

ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterant Prevention Program (BAPP) is celebrating 10 years of research and educational activities. The program was founded by the American Botanical Council (ABC) in 2011 in partnership with consortium members.

Stratum Nutrition and Adare Biome entered into a North American distribution agreement for LBiome, a postbiotic for digestive health composed of two human-origin strains that have been heat-stabilized with its culture medium.

Kyowa Hakko launched its “Breathe” brand campaign featuring Setria Glutathione, a patented glutathione ingredient that has been clinically researched to support respiratory health, immune health, detoxification, and overall healthy-aging properties.