This article examines health-related claims activity in the marketplace.
When a company harnesses the credibility of a high-quality branded ingredient to enhance the reputation of its finished product-only to then quietly switch that key ingredient for a lower-quality ingredient somewhere along the line-I call it “nutritional counterfeiting.”
A wake-up call for new science on the role of vitamin E in the human body
Whether used as whole seeds or in its milled form, flax has huge potential.
Interest has endured as consumers get to know these fruits.
The U.S. supplements industry has lost some credibility with media and consumers. Could a proposal based on the pharmaceutical industry that is not premarket approval help to alleviate concerns?
Mark Messina, PhD, of Soy Connection/United Soybean Board, writes about misconceptions associated with soy consumption and breast cancer.
When does an ingredient merit a public standard (monograph)?
How SHIME, a standardized in vitro human gut simulator, is advancing gut-health research, especially for pre- and probiotics.
Exploring some prevalent and common testing challenges often encountered in today’s microbiology laboratory.
Emerging research suggests spacing protein consumption throughout the day increases its benefits.
Heart health ingredients bring new science and innovation to market, despite some bad press.
When FDA finalized its new U.S. Nutrition Facts rule in 2016, one of the label’s most notable changes was the addition of a new dual-column requirement for packages containing 2-3 servings.
Judging by the popularity of the farm-to-table movement that’s sweeping the country, it’s safe to say that consumers are demanding to know more when it comes to what they put into their bodies.
In combination, protein and fiber not only replace empty calories with greater nutrient density, but also lower overall calorie intake from snacks.
Google Trends confirms that consumer understanding of branched-chain amino acids is more advanced than ever before.
Tips on how to grow the bone health supplements market from experts in the know.
Dietary recommendations based on DNA testing have industry buzzing, but other forms of personalized nutrition may be better poised to deliver real insights.
It is hard to imagine a better market for low-carb products than California. But sellers of low-carb products in California, if they are not careful, could run afoul of the state’s strict consumer protection laws.
FDA and the fight over artificial food colors.
As an ingredient with well-documented nutritional attributes, soy protein can play a role in combating childhood obesity.
Why the Dietary Supplements Industry Must Work Together with the New Congress
Dysphagia, a swallowing disorder, impacts millions.
Some individuals have rather specific digestive issues. For example, some populations have difficulty digesting dairy products. In the United States, nearly 10% of the population is considered lactose intolerant. Some populations have even higher incidence of intolerance, such as Native Americans, with rates as high as 80% in adults.
Liposomes are changing the face of delivery systems. Here’s what that means for formulators.
Are consumers hungry for more functional food and beverages?
Quality assurance, compliance, risk management, and best practices were on the minds of 80 quality professionals who convened at the Capsugel Quality Summit in late August.