Joint & Bone Health

 The final certificates for K2Vital products produced in the United States were granted in April through the non-profit Non-GMO Project organization.

A study recently published in Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry offers unique insights into the bioavailability of Rousselot’s proprietary collagen peptides Peptan through in vitro models and serum from human volunteers. 

Kappa Bioscience has been granted U.S. Patent No. 10,472,314, titled “Process for the Preparation of Vitamin K2.” 

A study recently published in the Journal of Arthritis found that supplementation with NEM brand eggshell membrane (Stratum Nutrition; Carthage, MO) supports joint pain and stiffness in adults with knee osteoarthritis. 

The need for contract manufacturers in today’s complex market has never been greater.

The advantage of ingredients such as curcumin and collagen are their versatility, allowing manufacturers to utilize them in different delivery formats.

With dietary supplement supply chains facing potential interruptions due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, and with FDA ceasing routine facility inspections, what will the impact be on dietary supplement safety and quality?

For bone health, broader-aged consumer focus, better marketing, and ingredient combinations should be the goal.

Packaging is immensely important for branding; therefore, a compromise will always exist between early adoption of eco-friendly packaging and aesthetics.

A look at the trends and complexities shaping-or reshaping-dietary supplement retail.

Contract manufacturers share trends they see based on what’s made in their facilities.

Collagen can be used in bone health, joint health, nutricosmetic, cosmetic, and even sports nutrition products.

Even so, more consumers need to be convinced of ashwagandha’s efficacy, safety, and benefits.

Here’s why magnesium is more than just a passing trend.

How the U.S.-China trade war continues to change the playing field for players international and domestic.

A brief look at some fast-growing markets for dietary supplements

The authorization allows manufacturers in Brazil to use Mobilee as an ingredient in supplements and functional foods. 

2019’s most unexpected supplement ingredient sales trends, according to SPINS

Why we need to target the causes of aging

A clinical trial recently published in the Journal of Arthritis showed that the patented eggshell membrane called NEM from Stratum Nutrition helped reduce pain and stiffness in the joints of osteoarthritis patients. 

Adding critical cofactors, including magnesium, collagen, and vitamin K2, to current nutritional recommendations for bone health could go a long way towards helping to reduce the occurrence of osteoporosis and related disorders.

Market researcher IRI provided its insight on which retail channels for dietary supplements are growing, or shrinking, at CRN’s The Conference.

With more U.S. adults taking dietary supplements than ever before, continued consumer confidence in the safety, quality, and efficacy of supplements will remain of utmost importance to those with stakes in the industry.

A study recently published in the Journal of American College of Sports Medicine shows that a combination of curcumin extract and boswellia extract, standardized for 3-O-Acetyl-11-keto-ß-boswellia acid (AKBA) 90%, accelerates muscle recovery post-exercise.

A recently published randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found that a combination Lactobacillus strains reduced bone loss in post-menopausal women.