Guest article by Sebastian Krawiec
Beauty is something we all strive for whether one likes to admit it or not. Good skin and healthy hair are key ambitions driving consumers of all ages to collagen. Collagen has become an important ingredient dominating the nutricosmetic space. (more…)
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The U.S. retail market for dog and cat food ended 2018 with sales of $27 billion, up more than 4 percent compared to 2017, according to market research firm Packaged Facts in the brand new report Pet Food in the U.S., 14th Edition. (more…)
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Today’s organic shoppers are more mainstream and diverse than most stereotypes of pro-organic shoppers, according to a survey conducted by Earthbound Farm. (more…)
Guest article by Sebastian Krawiec
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a rising star in the natural retail channel. In the natural channel, elderberry has grown in sales to surpass other well-known immune-support ingredients such as echinacea and vitamin C. According to SPINS, during the 52 weeks ending November 4, 2018, sales of elderberry in the U.S. natural channel grew by 82.2% to reach $20,215,212. (more…)
Breaking newsOrganization introduces more versatile and recognizable marks for its product certification programs targeting sports nutrition. (more…)
Guest article by Jennifer Grebow
Upswings and downswings are not unusual for popular nutritional ingredients, especially one as high profile as omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s, a mainstream success story, are as beloved by many as they are fiercely criticized by those who underline clinical trials with negative or null results as point-blank evidence that omega-3 supplementation does not yield health benefits. The story, of course, is never that simple. (more…)
By Chelsea Reed
Snow storms, short days and below freezing temperatures sure do make the wait for spring feel long and cumbersome. But you can, of course, have fun while you ‘hibernate’ indoors! Just looking at these cute animals will make you smile. Whether you’re waiting out the cold in your home or office, the time will go much faster with this adorable bunch! (more…)