May 14th 2024
New York State's motion to dismiss CRN's lawsuit against the law banning the sale of weight management and muscle-building supplements to minors has been partially denied, allowing CRN to proceed with its First Amendment Claim.
Glanbia acquired SlimFast, adding to its performance nutrition portfolio
October 19th 2018Glanbia plc has agreed to acquire SlimFast and other brands from Kainos Capital (Dallas, TX), the parent company of KSF Holdings LLP and SlimFast sister company HNS Intermediate Corporation, for $350 million.
Weight loss key in reducing osteoarthritis symptoms, researchers say
July 30th 2018In a review of 68 existing studies, researchers found that weight reduction, in particular, can help to reduce the progression of osteoarthritis symptoms. They also found that lipid-modifying diets may contribute to reduced symptoms, though the evidence for that outcome was more sparse.
New Stevia, Monk Fruit Branded Ingredients Target Drink, Dairy, and Bakery Applications at IFT Show
July 12th 2018Layn Corp. (Newport Beach, CA) will introduce new stevia- and monk fruit-based sweetening solutions at next week’s Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting and Food Expo in Chicago that are tailored to specific food and beverage applications for maximum effectiveness.
Palatinose Carbohydrate Ingredient Improves Fat Oxidation, Exercise Performance in Athletes?
June 21st 2018In the study, cyclists who pre-supplemented with Palatinose prior to exercising exhibited a more stable blood glucose profile, higher fat oxidation, and improved athletic performance, compared with a maltodextrin control group.
Tax on Weight-Loss Dietary Supplements Would Restrict Consumer Access, Says CRN
June 14th 2018CRN pushed back on conclusions from a recent study indicating that a 20% tax on weight-loss dietary supplements could reduce purchases of “potentially dangerous diet pills” that the study authors say contribute to eating disorders and body dysmorphia in teens.
Natreon Granted U.S. Patent for Shilajit Bioactive for Weight Management
March 30th 2018This U.S. patent is for 3-hydroxy-dibenzo-α-pyrone (3-OH-DBP), also known as urolithin B. Urolithin B is a natural bioactive present in shilajit, a sticky, tarlike substance that may help to regulate weight gain.