Trends & Business

The recent CRN webinar discussed GLP-1 medications' impact on supplements, functional foods, and retail, covering consumer trends, global market insights, retailer strategies, industry implications, and future opportunities for innovation.

The new flavors with modulating properties help mask bitterness and improve sweetness for a variety of products and applications.

Two recipients will receive the 2024-2025 grant to study gut microbiome, yogurt, and human health and wellness.

The flagship ingredient for this range is Carolean, which the company says promotes natural GLP-1 secretion that helps control one’s appetite.

The new label would complement the Nutrition Label, making important nutrition information readily available for consumers.

Leverage consumer education to make your mark in the prenatal health space.

Optum Now has launched a partnership with Vous Vitamin, a personalized nutrition company, offering group level savings for those ordering a Vous Vitamin subscription from the Optum Now store.

TraceGains partners with Global Forest Watch Pro to help with deforestation analysis amid incoming EU regulations.

The new certification program seeks to support compliance, safety, and quality in worldwide supply chains.

FDA contends that the color additive is safe for humans but is legally obligated by the Delaney Clause of the FD&C act to revoke authorization as research shows the Red No. 3 induces cancer in rats.

The company manufactures ingredients used in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food and beverage industries.

The new platforms intend to expand the company’s presence in the US and extend international reach.

Asha Ramesh promoted to CEO Americas, and Jan Obirek advances to VP of Sales for US and Canada.

Nutritional Outlook’s Editorial Advisory Board members highlight trends for the nutraceutical, natural product, and health and wellness industries in 2025.

The Clean Label Project released a new report where they announced findings of lead and cadmium in protein powders.

Comparing data over several years, the study highlights decreases in caffeinated beverages, but an increase in caffeine intake.

From strategic outsourcing to turnkey solutions, contract manufacturers are helping supplement manufacturers meet growing demands and innovate.

A market report on hemp-derived CBD’s growing interest to be used in personal care and cosmetics, regulatory changes and natural and plant-based wellness products.

The company plans to expand its commercial presence in Europe for its multifunctional animal fat alternative, Fatrix.

Wellful Inc., a Kainos Capital portfolio company, has announced the acquisition of Ancient Nutrition from VMG Partners, Hillhouse Investment and other unit holders.

According to a survey conducted by the company, 85% of global pet parents “believe proper nutrition and supplements are as important for their pets as they are for themselves.”

The production center for the plant-based capsules is expected to address a growing demand in the US.

Sabinsa has announced that its Sami Kunigal manufacturing facility was honored by India’s Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) with the Environmental Sustainability award for “outstanding performance in environment, health, and safety.”

According to USP, the researchers misapplied the limits for heavy metals and therefore their results were inaccurate.

When manufacturers choose their packaging solutions, they should think about both the lifecycle of the ingredient in the pack and the materials the pack is made from.

With an increasingly conscientious and knowledgable consumer base, major brands are already investing significant resources into promoting regenerative agriculture and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions.

Increased prices due to inflation meant consumers purchased less confections, but the category still saw growth.

The funding round included major investments from McWin Capital Partners and M&G Investments.

According to the announcement, the authorization is also exclusive to AIDP and its partner company and licensee, ThreoTech, meaning that they are the only parties that can market magnesium L-threonate in the EU for a period of five years.

The project aims to work with Midwest farmers and suppliers to create solutions for climate challenges.