Mike Straus is a freelance writer living in Kelowna, Canada. He has written for publications including Canadian Chiropractor Magazine, Massage Therapy Canada, and Iconic Concierge Vancouver.
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Don’t let your brand make these advertising mistakes.
5 Top mood-support ingredients: A pharmacist’s perspective
The Herbal Pharmacist talks to Nutritional Outlook about science-backed mood-boosters.
What’s new and exciting in the world of sex health dietary supplement ingredients?
Sex health dietary supplement ingredients are also getting smarter, with cognition-enhancing adaptogens suddenly stepping into the sex health space and proving that smart is the new sexy.
Ingredient innovation is on the rise for children and infant nutrition products, dietary supplements
Health-conscious parents are demanding more from children’s nutrition products, driving manufacturers to innovate.
BCAA products are diversifying
While powders continue to be the primary driver in the BCAA market, other formats are quickly growing in response to new interest in the benefits of BCAAs.
2020 Dietary Guidelines: Which nutrients aren’t Americans getting enough of?
Diving into the most important findings of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s 2020 Scientific Report.
The most effective fertility supplements
Which fertility dietary supplements have the most scientific validation, the best track record, and the most effective mechanism of action?
Which are turmeric’s biggest product opportunities?
One market researcher talks about emerging categories for turmeric.
Ketogenic product trends in 2020
How are keto manufacturers keeping the category fresh for keto followers?
Elderberry expands in supplements, food, and beverages
New product launches are keeping elderberry fresh and hip.
Pet nutrition’s transformation: Pet food and supplements are getting healthier
Adaptogen market stronger with clinical research
The adaptogen market is growing thanks to clinical research substantiating its traditional medicine halo.
Emerging flavors in sports products
Sports products are in the middle of a flavor revolution.
6 Trends in healthier alcohol and alcohol alternatives
Better-for-you alcohol is on the rise. Here’s how this new consumer market is shaping up.
Men’s healthy aging: Herbal superstars
Men are increasingly looking for proven products that promote healthy aging. Here are some of the ingredients that recent research has validated.
6 Sports drink trends to watch
eSports, powders, “superdrinks,” and more are driving sports drink development.
Sustainable packaging: New developments are making eco-friendly packaging options less expensive and more effective.
New kinds of packaging are emerging that offer a lower environmental footprint. Are they viable alternatives to traditional packaging?
Blood sugar ingredients: What’s new?
Latest research studies and developments for popular blood sugar management ingredients.
Solving the plant protein taste challenge
Plant proteins are notorious for tasting unpleasant. Here’s why solving the taste riddle isn’t so simple.
Growing global dietary supplement markets in 2020
A brief look at some fast-growing markets for dietary supplements
Amino acid research: Muscle soreness, fat metabolism, and inflammation
The latest research shows amino acids supporting many aspects of active nutrition, including muscle soreness, fat metabolism, and inflammation.
Breaking down the enzyme market
Examining the catalysts driving sales growth
Dietary supplement delivery systems: The clean-label effect
Clean-label demands require that all parties, delivery system manufacturers included, work together.
Black seed’s health promise
Consumer demand is bringing black seed into the mainstream. Here are some of the studies on its functions driving growth.
Men’s healthy-aging supplements market: New ingredient research, new delivery forms
New research and new delivery formats are shaking up the men’s supplements space as more men turn to healthy-aging products.
Hydration beverages are becoming more popular, but what are they, exactly?
As the beverage industry expands, the word hydration is appearing more and more as a component of positioning statements and product benefits.
Energy: Five trends driving healthy energy products
As consumers seek healthier energy alternatives, the energy products category is finding opportunities for market growth and product innovation.
Turmeric time: New product launches
A look at a few new turmeric/curcumin products that launched in the past year.
Antioxidant research update: Polyphenols, resveratrol, lycopene, lutein, and tocotrienols
Consumer needs and new ingredient research are influencing how brands successfully develop and market antioxidant supplements.