How do Artists Make Amazing Art with Gouache?
By Chelsea Reed
Gouache who? Yes, it’s a real word in the art world! Pronounced as “gwash,” gouache is a painting medium that’s related to the watercolor family. (more…)
November 2025
October 2025
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…)
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…)
September 2025
The #1 Health Crisis in the World is Obesity
By Cindy Reed
More than two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese. This health condition is a major risk factor associated with leading causes of death including heart disease and stroke, cancer, COPD, diabetes, and osteoarthritis. Annual medical costs for obese individuals is 42% higher than people of normal weight. (more…)
April 2025
How to Choose the Right Contract Manufacturer
By Cindy Reed
10 Valuable Questions For Choosing A Contract Manufacturer
The role of the contract manufacturer (CM) involves more than manufacturing and supplying ingredients.
The CM plays a critical role producing a compliant quality product for your label that stands up to all regulatory scrutiny and consumer safety parameters. As such, they should function as a reliable extension of your organization. (more…)
The Lasting Beauty of the Seaside Art Gallery
By Cindy Reed