Terror of the Seas! The True Story About the Awesome Megalodon
By Chelsea Reed
Hands down, the megalodon is the largest and toughest creature that ever lived. This prehistoric shark has captured the minds of people around the world. (more…)
January 2024
The Growing Pet-Supplements Market
By Cindy Reed
A recent TechNavio market research report charts out a bright future for dietary supplements in the global pet-health market. The market researcher predicts a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.26% for the global pet-supplements market moving forward between 2016 and 2020.1
One of the contributing factors to this market growth will be the continuing increase in the number of patents in the ingredients marketplace, as manufacturers of pet-health dietary supplements continue to strive to formulate better products. Another significant influencing factor for growth in the global pet dietary supplements market is the onset of a number of age-related health issues in pets of all kinds, which can lead to a number of disorders. (more…)
How to Get Ready for the Growth in Weight Control Dietary Supplements
By Cindy Reed
The latest study by Persistence Market Research (PMR) anticipates a healthy growth for the weight control dietary supplements market. “The market is likely to register a 6.0% CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) throughout the forecast period 2017 – 2026,” says a spokesperson for PMR. “The global weight control dietary supplements market is also estimated to bring in $37.1 million (U.S.) by 2026 end.” (more…)
Consumer Confusion On Carbs Contributing To Obesity
By Cindy Reed
The Obesity Epidemic Is Global
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates 1.9 billion adults worldwide are overweight with over half a billion being obese. The rates have more than doubled.
In America, 70% of adults are overweight or obese. This health condition is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and some cancers. Annual medical costs of obesity surpass $140 million dollars. (more…)
How to Pick the Best Shade of Lip Gloss
By Chelsea Reed
Lip gloss and lipsticks are the official greeters of the makeup department. Right from the start, a rainbow of colorful options entice you to try them on. “Hey! This red looks fun,” you think. The sample swatch on your arm doesn’t seem bad, either. But when you get home and pucker up at the mirror…surprise! (more…)
An Insider’s Look at the History of Gouache
By Chelsea Reed
Let’s pick up from our last exploration of gouache painting! We learned that gouache is a special type of watercolor paint. It’s vibrant, opaque, and layers over very easy. We also know that the practice of painting with gouache has been around for a long time. But where did it come from? (more…)
December 2023
3 Insider Tips on the Development of Probiotic Formulation
By Cindy Reed
Current market research indicates probiotic dietary supplements are trending as the fastest-growing supplement category in North America, 2016 – 2021. Marketers interested in launching or reformulating probiotic formulations can encounter some unique challenges in product development, manufacturing and even packaging. Here’s an inside look at how a contract manufacturer can add value to this complex process, with Kathy Paffendorf, account executive at Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc. (more…)