Sebastian Krawiec

Vitamin Shoppe is now stocking hemp-derived CBD soft-gels from Irwin Naturals.

A new study published in Phytotherapy Research, found that a patented extract of Andrographis paniculata (ParActin by HP Ingredients; Brandenton, FL) improved symptoms of joint discomfort in the knee. 

L’il Critters and Vitafusion, gummy supplement brands owned by Church & Dwight, Co. Inc. (Ewing, NJ), have launched new USDA certified organic SKUs.

FDA has launched a new tool to alert the public of ingredients that appear to be unlawfully marketed in dietary supplements. 

Gold Coast Ingredients (Commerce, CA) has appointed Palmer Holland Health & Nutrition (Cleveland, OH) as a national distributor for the United States.

Natural Remedies has been awarded for sustainable practices by CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development, and for quality by the United States Pharmacopeial Convention.

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) has launched the GOED Proud Member logo. 

Through its ESM Technologies business, Stratum Nutrition received new joint pain and stiffness reduction, and cartilage protection claims with this recent Natural Product Number.

Chemi Nutra has introduced a liquid, 100% water dispersible, stable, and patented form of Mediator Phosphatidic Acid (PA), called VitaSperse-PA. 

Graminex LLC has received Health Canada Approval under the Natura and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate for its PollenBerry Flower Pollen Extract.

Sabinsa Corp. (East Windsor, NJ) has introduced a postbiotic cosmeceutical ingredient called LactoSporin, which the firm says has antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-collagenase properties.

Weight-management ingredients that complement and support today’s popular diets-keto, paleo, Mediterranean, and more

A recent study found that supplementation with a nutricosmetic ingredient called Lycoderm supported skin’s resilience to UV rays. 

A recent study published in Nutrients, tested the efficacy of a bacteriophage cocktail called PreforPro, a prebiotic, manufactured by Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes. 

Mergers and acquisitions play an important part in strengthening an equipment company's hand, particularly when it means gaining access and expertise to new technology.

Sabinsa Corp. has been awarded new patents for its branded Coleus forskohlii extract, ForsLean ingredient.

Coromega, known for making emulsified fish and vegetarian oils has entered the hemp-derived CBD space with the launch of Coromega Max CBD.

DolCas Biotech LLC  has signed an agreement with Tenshi Kaizen Private Ltd., a specialty pharmaceutical company, to create a joint venture company called DolCas-Tenshi Bioceuticals Inc. 

The Council for Responsible Nutrition has launched “Label Wise,” an education campaign to inform consumers of upcoming Supplement Facts label changes and improve label literacy.

FDA released its 2020 budget request last month, and one item in particular raised the eyebrows of industry members: a proposal for a mandatory dietary supplement product registry. But what does it mean long term?

Oat milk is the most recent plant milk to take the non-dairy category by storm, offering some advantages over the popular almond milk.

Viva 5 Corp. has partnered with Taura Natural Ingredients to bring a 100% fruit-based gummy supplement to the North American market. 

A meta-analysis published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine finds that elderberry significantly reduces the duration and severity of upper respiratory symptoms. 

New meta-analysis finds statistically significant evidence that vitamin C administration reduced length of ICU stays for surgery patients. 

Two recently published studies show that there may be a link between vitamin D levels and blood glucose.

Coinciding with this announcement, FDA also announced it has issued multiple warning letters to companies marketing CBD with unsubstantiated claims.

A clinical trial recently published in Nutrients studied the effect of bacterial count on the transient colonization in the human intestinal tract of a formulation containing four probiotic strains at two doses, 7 billion and 70 billion colony forming units (CFUs). 

The American Herbal Products Association has adopted a new guidance policy for dietary supplements and food products containing hemp and hemp-derived cannabidiol. 

For The Biome, a new wellness company started by Paul Schulick, the founder of New Chapter, has announced a partnership with Algatech, a microalgae supplier known for its AstaPure Astaxanthin. 

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has confirmed its previous recommendation to no longer recommend the use of omega-3 fatty acids for secondary prevention of myocardial infarction, following a request for re-examination.