Sebastian Krawiec

Six individuals and two corporations based in Palm Beach County, FL, were indicted by the Department of Justice on March 7, 2019, for illegally marketing drugs, such as anabolic steroids, as dietary supplements. 

Fruit d'Or, a supplier of standardized cranberry juice powder and extracts, wants to bring accountability to the category by testing the products of other suppliers and make consumers and manufacturers aware of the inconsistency in quality across the category.

NSF to provide interim gap audits for GRMA standards while it awaits full accreditation. 

Tech startup Inspecto Ltd. is working on a portable contaminant-testing device for real time results, a potentially disruptive product if accurate. 

Obese children with asthma from urban areas may benefit from higher vitamin D levels. A new study observed an inverse relationship between high vitamin D levels and asthma symptoms from air pollution. 

Chicory root fiber’s versatility and health halo benefit a variety of food and beverage applications.

Silvidiol, a topical CBD in a liposomal carrier, was shown in dermal penetration testing to penetrate epidermis without further systemic exposure and reach sensory receptors, providing localized support for pain and inflammation. 

Two recent studies show that AmLexin may reduce delayed onset muscle soreness and protect cartilage from degradation. 

Adaptogenic herb shilajit may help athletes retain muscle strength following exercise and reduce the degradation of collagen in joints, according to a recent study. 

Corteva Agriscience, agriculture division of DowDuPont, and ZeaKal have begun a strategic research and development collaboration to advance ZeaKal’s innovative technology designed to improve seed quality and yield. 

One in four consumers surveyed support banning meat-related words on plant-based products. Most of those are vegans. 

Beneo has opened a new production plant for vegetal protein in Wanze, Belgium, an investment of €4.3 million ($5.5 million). 

Kerry has released a report called “Proactive Health: Consumer Demand for Functional Benefits.” 

OmegaQuant Analytics is offering free Omega-3 Index tests at Natural Products Expo West booth #4568 where they are colocated with Wiley’s Finest. 

An in vitro study has uncovered a potential pathway by which fucoidan, a bioactive compound found in brown macroalgae, may combat cancer cells. 

POS Bio-sciences has rebranded as KeyLeaf, shifting from a predominantly contract-manufacturing business, to offer plant-based finished products. Hemp-derived extracts will be among its newest offerings. 

Gaia Herbs is unveiling a new, more modern look, as well as three new product lines at Natural Products Expo West 2019

USDA released an updated regulatory timeline for industrial hemp, while FDA announced an upcoming meeting to discuss the fate of hemp CBD.

Diana Food North America has launched a new line of non-GMO, USDA-certified organic colors for foods and beverages. 

Gencor reports that a new study that has been submitted for publication found that its proprietary fenugreek extract, Testofen, increased strength, endurance, and lean body mass is healthy, active males. 

Synergy Flavors, Inc. announced that it will be funding the construction of two new primary schools in Antsirabe Nord and Menagisa, Madagascar. 

Sirio Pharma Co. Ltd. announced that it has been granted SC (production license) for sports nutrition products in China. 

Teatulia, known for its organic tea, has launched a line of Tea Sodas, which feature real brewed tea, fruit, and herbs. 

Element Nutrition, Inc. has launched Rejuvenate, a patented muscle health and repair supplements that the firm says has been development for 17 years, and subject to 25 peer-reviewed published studies demonstrating its efficacy. 

A new review published in Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine examines the impact calcium supplementation has on bone and cardiovascular health, and the role vitamin K2 may play in proper calcium utilization in the body.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition has announced that Duffy MacKay, ND, CRN’s senior vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs for the past 10 years, will be departing the trade group on March 15. 

Country Life has launched a new line of digestive health products called Gut Connection. 

Fruit d’Or announced a new partnership with Innovative Natural Solutions, the largest grower, processor, and supplier of black elderberry in North America. 

Shagandha Ashwagandha Root Extract 2.5% USP from Sabinsa Corp. (East Windsor, NJ) complies with U.S. Pharmacopoeia-National Formulary (USP-NF) monograph

Stratum Nutrition announced a new progressive joint health clinical trial evaluating the firm’s joint health ingredient NEM, a branded eggshell membrane.