Sebastian Krawiec

GRMA is about to conduct pilot audits, an important step toward becoming fully operational. 

A recent study published in Evolution, Medicine, and Public Health explored the relationship between the health of mothers during pregnancy and long-term development of their daughters’ skeleton.

Supplementation with Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 by individuals with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and co-existing depression may improve symptoms of both conditions, says new study.

A new study demonstrates that HydroCurc with LipiSperse technology, a cold-water dispersible technology, improves the bioavailability of curcumin.

A new clinical trial is underway to examine the effects of krill oil on those suffering from lupus.

Synergy Flavors has launched an online portal called TRU (Transparent, Responsible, Unblemished) Stories, devoted to manufacturers who want to learn how to develop clean-label products 

Amarin Corp., maker of Vascepa, a high-concentration EPA-only omega-3 drug for heart health, published the topline results from its large-scale Reduction of Cardiovascular Events with EPA Intervention Trial (REDUCE-IT).

Paul and Barbi Schulick, the founders of the dietary supplement brand New Chapter, have announced a new venture called byOM life LLC after parting ways with Procter & Gamble. 

A new study on subjects with mild to severe cellulite found that a topical botanical blend significantly improved skin hydration, firmness, and elasticity, as well as cellulite appearance.

A new pilot study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine evaluated the effects of turmeric and curcumin on gut microbiota.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition says its Supplement Online Wellness Library (OWL) registry for dietary supplement products continues to evolve as the trade group sees opportunities for growth and improvement.

In a new study published in Clinical Toxicology, researchers analyzed higenamine-containing dietary supplements, noting that higenamine was present in these products at unpredictable quantities and with inaccurate label information.

CV Sciences launched a hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) gummy product from its PlusCBD Oil brand.

Post-surgical immune function as well as recovery outcomes improved for GI cancer patients after short-term omega-3 supplementation, according to meta-analysis. 

The Standardized Information on Dietary Ingredients (SIDI) Work Group released an updated SIDI Protocol in September.

Herbal dietary supplement sales saw their strongest sales growth in more than 15 years in 2017, according to new figures out from the HerbalGram Herb Market Report published by the American Botanical Council. 

The American Herbal Products Association submitted comments on September 6 to the Office of the United States Trade Representative requesting revision of a proposed 25% tariff on China exports that included a number of ingredients and botanicals used extensively by the dietary supplement industry.

Trending or not, classic joint health ingredients remain big sellers. 

Two similar but separate animal studies found that supplementation with tocotrienols from annatto beans (DeltaGold from American River Nutrition; Hadley, MA) in rodents with induced metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes not only supported blood sugar but also bone health.

Asha Ramesh has been promoted to CEO of Sabinsa USA

New regulations for Prop 65 warning labels went into effect on August 30, 2018.

Higher omega-3 levels may be linked to reduced cognitive depression symptoms in heart failure patients, according to a study recently published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology’s Heart Failure.

Garden of Life has partnered with actress, author, and health advocate Alicia Silverstone to create the new mykind Organics Herbals.

Adults have made up the larger portion of consumers of gummy supplements compared to kids.

Tofurky sued Missouri to block law controlling the use of meat terminology on non-meat products. 

Research by Kerry ranks honey as consumers’ most preferred natural sweetener, followed by sugar, maple syrup, stevia, and agave.

In developing a fast-digesting MPC that can compete with whey protein, Fonterra says it is making protein even more accessible to a broader audience. 

A fig fruit extract standardized in abscisic acid content may help manage healthy blood sugar.

AHPA says that NDI notifications compliant with regulatory requirements are up since this time last year. 

A new heat-stable whey protein concentrate enables manufacturers to formulate with higher protein content while still maintaining desirable product texture.