Trends & Business

The revised guidance reflects the addition, in January 2020, of cannabis smoke and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) to the Prop 65 list of chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity.

England’s leading health and wellness retailer, Holland & Barret International, has launched the first commercially available effervescent product to contain Pharmako Biotechnologies’ HydroCurc, called Vitaboost Turmeric.

There’s no regulatory definition for the term "clean energy" in the food, beverage, and dietary supplements space. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t responsible ingredient suppliers defining the category.

SeaGel CAP101 and SeaGel CAP203 plant-based soft-capsule technologies from DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences have earned Non-GMO Project verification.

Elixinol launched Good Night CBD Capsules featuring 15 mg of full-spectrum CBD and 2 mg of melatonin and blended with coconut oil to support a healthy sleep cycle.

HempFusion will be one of ten companies to sponsor and participate in a new human clinical trial conducted by ValidCare to determine if daily use of full-spectrum hemp-derived CBD or CBD isolate impacts the human liver.

As CCO, Terry will be responsible for leading global sales, with a focus on building deeper relationships with customers in the nutraceuticals industry.

Gadot Biochemicals is expanding the production capacity of its magnesium citrate ingredient to meet demand for applications that emphasize magnesium’s calming effect.

Tips from an applications specialist on formulating high-performance gummy supplements that also cater to today’s consumer preferences.

According to the firm, when complete, the new commercial facility will be the first and only to have the capability to produce food-grade canola protein.

The Dr. Majeed Foundation has donated significantly to the PM CARES Fund and Karnataka State Disaster Management Autority, in India, to support COVID-19 relief efforts.

The National Advertising Division (NAD) claims that Provezza Health's Instagram post made illegal COVID-19 claims.

A communications expert’s advice for staying visible and being transparent and open with customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The adaptogen market is growing thanks to clinical research substantiating its traditional medicine halo.

PLT Health Solutions Inc., in partnership with Laila Nutraceuticals, is launching a new joint health and muscle recovery ingredient marketed to the active and sports nutrition market, called Dynaleve Muscle+Joint Formula. 

The adaptogen market is growing thanks to clinical research substantiating its traditional medicine halo.

To help manufacturers of cannabis edibles with recipe formulation, ESHA Research introduced the Genesis R&D Cannabis Labeling module, a comprehensive software solution that offers Oregan Liquor Control Commission (OLCC)-compliant Nutrition Facts label templates, nutrient fields for tracking THC and CBD, and regulatory-compliant product labeling that lists the required packaging elements. 

Beneo is launching two new additions to its chicory root fiber and rice starch ingredient portfolio in July: an organic waxy rice starch, Remyline O AX DR, and organic chicory root fiber, Orafti Organic. 

Sports products are in the middle of a flavor revolution.

ChromaDex Corp. (Los Angeles, CA) earned ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation for testing of the its Tru Niagen consumer products, Niagen ingredient, and phytochemical reference standards performed out of its Longmont, CO quality control and R&D facility. 

TSI Group Ltd. has acquired Metabolic Technologies LLC., the company responsible for the discovery of beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate (HMB). 

Sabinsa Corp. is calling attention to the practice of mischaracterizing the herb amla (Emblica officinalis) to be a valuable source of vitamin C.

Kappa Bioscience now has vegan-certified product options across the full K2Vital line.

Viva 5 has purchased a stake in Go Mix, a customizable, recyclable, ready-to-drink delivery method that provides consumers targeted on-the-go nutrition.

So far, over 60 warning letters have been distributed for unapproved and misbranded products related to COVID-19. These letters cover a range of products, including dietary supplements. 

Charlotte's Web has completed its acquisition of Abacus Health Products to become the largest vertically integrated hemp-derived CBD company. 

The Collaborative for CBD Science and Safety is calling on industry, researchers, academia, healthcare practitioners, and regulators to accelerate research and the development of an appropriate federal regulatory framework for cannabidiol (CBD) and CBD-containing products.