
FTC is taking action against six companies for allegedly making a wide range of scientifically unsubstantiated claims regarding CBD’s ability to treat serious health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, hypertension, and Alzheimer’s.
Sebastian Krawiec is Editor at Nutritional Outlook.

FTC is taking action against six companies for allegedly making a wide range of scientifically unsubstantiated claims regarding CBD’s ability to treat serious health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, hypertension, and Alzheimer’s.

These trends fall into three key themes of health and wellness, safety and assurance, and taste and enjoyment.

Life Extension launched Bone Restore Elite with Super Potent K2 to reduce the risk of age-related bone density loss, which particularly effects post-menopausal women.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition recently submitting comments regarding the Proposed Kentucky Administrative Regulation 902 KAR 45:190, hemp-derived cannabidiol products and labeling requirements.

A recently published study found that ErgoActive from Blue California helped preserve telomere length and reduced the rate of telomere shortening under oxidative stress.

During her presentation before the Congressional Dietary Supplement Caucus, Low Dog educated staffers on the important role of dietary supplements for the support of immune health as a form of proactive health maintenance.

Aker BioMarine is launching a new business called AION that offers products and services to companies that want to recycle waste and re-use materials.

A new study published by the Fatty Acid Research Institute in conjunction with The Cooper Institute sheds some new light on how omega-3 fatty acids may support heart health.

Companion Sciences has announced the completion of a new trial testing tolerability and palatability of CBD and glucosamine chew in dogs with osteoarthritis.

Ganeden BC30, a patented spore-forming probiotic ingredient from Kerry, supports protein amino acid absorption, according to a recent clinical study.

A recently published study found that a Persicaria minor extract from HP Ingredients, called IQ200, supports cognitive health in subjects with mild cognitive impairment.

NOW is expressing support for Amazon’s new policy requiring dietary supplement sellers to provide documentation that demonstrates their products meet label claims.

A recent study found that a patented hair serum from Sabinsa Corp. significantly improved hair health in healthy male and female subjects.

A recent study found that supplementation with Bacillus subtilis DE111 from Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes modified the microbiome composition of children attending daycare.

The boutique, family-owned laboratory has taken on industry Goliaths, powered by “tenacity, foresight, and a little crazy.”

CV Sciences is paving the way to hemp-derived-CBD’s mainstream success.

Cargill has made a $25 million anchor investment in BioGaia, a leading probiotics manufacturing.

The new facility is scheduled to be operational in the summer of 2022 and will produce approximately 300 metric tons of HMOs per year.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition has responded to FDA regarding recent warning letters from the Agency alleging that N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) is not a dietary supplement, and therefore prohibited from being marketed as such under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

DolCas Biotech Ltd. has added a highly concentrated all-natural ginger root extract called Ginfort to its portfolio of botanical ingredients.

The water-soluble Palm Fruit Extract is rich in polyphenols and phytonutrients, and enhances the taste and mouthfeel of the chocolate.

FrieslandCampina's “Nutritional Health Solutions for an Evolving World" brought together world-renowned specialists in science and academia, nutrition, and market expertise, with nearly 400 industry professionals to explore the challenges and opportunities of nutrition in a post-COVID-19 world.

Robertet has launched a bioavailable, clean-label curcumin extract called curcuRouge.

PLT Health Solutions has introduced a new ingredient to its immune health portfolio called Promunel Ultra Performance Propolis.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition has upgraded several aspects of its Supplement Online Wellness Library (OWL) to increase ease of use.

Bar manufacturers are working hard to compete in a crowded marketplace by improving formulas, launching new flavors, and meeting consumer demands such as reduced sugar.

Aker BioMarine has developed a pilot product and production method for lysophosphatidylcholine (LPC) – bound EPA and DHA from krill
Mars Inc. has acquired KIND North America. The two began their global partnership in 2017, when Mars bought a minority stake in the company in an agreement to grow KIND’s product offering and business globally.

Cargill has made a significant investment in the Seventure Partners’ Health for Life Capital II fund, joining Danone, Novartis, and Lesaffre in a network of strategic investors.

A patent-pending combination of tamarind seed and turmeric rhizome extracts, TamaFlex was shown in a recent study to support joint comfort, flexibility, and function in healthy subjects in as little as 14 days.