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Given the tide that’s sweeping CBD into the mainstream, more retailers may choose to begin stocking products made with the superstar cannabinoid.

Are retailers finally ready to embrace CBD?

DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences, in collaboration with the Natural Marketing Institute recently surveyed U.S., Italian, and Chinese consumers to determine how attitudes have changed about probiotics since the COVID-19 outbreak.

Probiotic usage increased following pandemic, says recent consumer survey

EuroPharma, maker of Terry Naturally, launched a new product called Andrographis and Ashwagandha featuring clinically-studied extracts for immune defense, stress support, energy and endurance, stamina, recovery, and focus. 

Terry Naturally launches immune, stress support product called Andrographis and Ashwagandha

Results from the global survey show consumers are increasingly aware of their well-being, with a focus on immunity, and the potential connection between increased levels of environmental damage and the rise of COVID-19.

Beneo, FMCG Gurus’ research finds consumers want immune support, eco-friendly products amid COVID-19

Gnosis by Lesaffre has unveiled a new business strategy which is the continued focus on microorganisms and biotransformation processes such as fermentation to cultivate nutritional actives, probiotics, and yeasts that will target five key market segments. 

Gnosis by Lesaffre harnesses biotransformation to target wide range of product categories

ChromaDex Corp. has announced that its flagship ingredient, Tru Niagen (nicotinamide riboside), will be in Nestlé Health Science’s new Cellular Energy product under the new Celltrient brand. 

Tru Niagen featured in new product from Nestlé Health Science’s new Celltrient brand

One market researcher talks about emerging categories for turmeric. 

Which are turmeric’s biggest product opportunities?

Hemp Industry Daily and The Nielsen Company released a new report, “Insights on the Growing Market for Hemp-CBD Pet Products” on the booming pet CBD market. 

Hemp Industry Daily, Nielsen Company release hemp-derived CBD pet product report

The Dr. Majeed Foundation gave 5,500 10 kgs bags of rice to more than 5,000 people in Magadi, Karnataka, India to help alleviate food insecurity due to COVID-19.  

Dr. Majeed Foundation donates rice to food insecure population in Karnataka, India

The U.S. dietary supplement industry can and should increase diversity both within industry and in consumer outreach, said panelists at the Council for Responsible Nutrition’s “NOW, NEW, NEXT” conference.

Diversity needs improvement in the dietary supplement industry

The Natural Products Association announced that it will be virtually hosting its annual conference, The Big Natural, from November 30 – December 1, 2020.

NPA to virtually host The Big Natural

Catalent launched a delayed-release technology called OptiGel DR, which allows softgel capsules to be formed by combining pectin with gelatin to eliminate the need for a separate capsule-coating step.

Catalent launches new delayed release softgel

The Council for Responsible Nutrition released detailed results of its latest consumer surveys on U.S. dietary supplement usage in 2020 during its virtual “NOW, NEW, NEXT” conference last week.

Americans confident in dietary supplement effectiveness and quality in 2020, including during COVID-19 pandemic, CRN surveys show

Nutralliance signed an exclusive sales and distribution agreement with Globionic, a supplier of nutraceutical ingredients from Eastern Europe, for Lavitol dihydroquercetin (DHQ).

 Nutralliance to market, distribute Lavitol DHQ in North America  

Blue California and Conagen, a biotech innovator, announced the commercialization of Rosavel, a natural preservation solution with 98% high-purity rosmarinic acid.

Blue California, Conagen commercialize rosmarinic acid-based natural preservative

Omega-3 innovation is high, from plant-based options to better delivery, boosted bioavailability, and higher concentrations made easier.

Are the omega-3 industry’s best years ahead? Many experts think so.

The patented composition protects dermal papilla cells from UV-induced damage.

Sabinsa granted patent in Mexico for hair health formulation 

Aker BioMarine has earned its third consecutive certification from The Marine Stewardship Council following an independent assessment of its Antarctic krill fishery. 

Aker BioMarine’s krill harvesting operation has been recertified by the Marine Stewardship Council

A recent webinar hosted by CRN called “Sports Nutrition: Challenges and Opportunities Amidst COVID-19” shed some light on how the fitness and sports nutrition market is faring during the pandemic. 

Sports nutrition consumers showing renewed interest overall nutrition and immune health

Is there a way to strengthen FDA’s regulatory enforcement of dietary supplements? FDA’s Steven Tave discussed the obstacles at CRN’s virtual “NOW, NEW, NEXT” conference on October 14—and industry responded.

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