The rising demand for immunity boosting drinks as a result of COVID-19
Paul Gurnell, general manager at Purearth, offers his thoughts on how functional, immunity boosting drinks can become a way of life for consumers. Even before coronavirus, immune health was a…
New CBD proposals ‘would undermine public trust in supplement safety’, NPA warns
The Natural Products Association (NPA) has rejected new legislation introduced in the US House that would allow CBD products to be used in dietary supplements.
Purearth reports 254% sales increase during pandemic
UK-based water kefir, organic juices and shots brand has reported a 254% sales increase since the beginning go the Covid-19 pandemic, with overall order numbers up 320% year-on-year.
Free From Functional & Health Ingredients postponed to 15-16 June 2021
The organisers of the Free From Functional & Health Ingredients (FFFHI) and Free From Expo Packaging (FFEP) have confirmed that the events, which were planned to take place at the…
Crash chorus: Lycored invites industry to sing together for Heart and Soil Day
Carotenoid-based wellness specialist Lycored is inviting the nutrition industry to join together in an online choir.
FDA ‘needs to do its job and regulate CBD’, NPA warns
The Natural Products Association has stepped up its criticism of the Food and Drug Administration over its failure to date to set out clear safety standards for CBD products.
Leading probiotic secures health claims in Australia and NZ
Australian and New Zealand food regulators have published a range of digestive health claims for the Kerry-owned probiotic GanedenBC30.
Arla Foods Ingredients launches its first organic ingredient
As demand grows from manufacturers for organic, natural and functional protein products, Arla Foods Ingredients has launched what it says is the first organic micellar casein isolate.
New probiotics guidelines ‘ignore scientific advice’, NPA warns
New advice from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) that people suffering common digestive conditions should consider stopping using probiotics “ignores scientific evidence, a leading US trade body says.
Love Hemp reports 107% increase in online sales during Covid crisis
London-based CBD brand, Love Hemp reports “surging” online sales during the global COVID-19 pandemic – up 107% from January-May 2020.