Seaweed extract shown to reduces flu severity
Australian researchers have demonstrated that a natural compound derived from seaweed is effective in significantly reducing clinical symptoms and lung damage in a severe influenza A H1N1 model.
Here to stay: Demand for immunity products ‘to be sustained long-term’
The acceleration in demand for immunity boosting products reported during the coronavirus pandemic is likely to transition into a permanent ‘new norm’ of higher growth.
Functional ingredients could boost prospects for food service sector, survey suggests
Functional ingredients like probiotics could help the food service industry respond to growing consumer focus on wellness, a new report suggests.
FSA signals “no change” to CBD deadline, despite Covid disruptions
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has sent a strong signal to the CBD industry that there will be no delay to the Novel Foods compliance deadline (31 March 2021),…
FTC sues herbals brand over COVID-19 and cancer claims
US Government regulators have sued a marketer of herbal extracts for allegedly claiming one of his products is effective at treating, preventing or reducing the risk of COVID-19.
Australian wellness brand Swisse celebrates major India launch
Australian health, wellness and natural skincare brand Swisse has entered the India market in partnership with leading Indian online retail platforms.
Study shows collagen supplement reduced photoageing
A new published laboratory study has found that daily supplementation with a branded collagen matrix reduced common signs of UVB-induced photoageing.
Health store closures are ‘assault on small business’, NPA warns
Three US states that have ordered the closure of health food stores during the Covid-19 crisis have been accused by the Natural Products Association of mounting an “assault on small…
Pandemic could create ‘record year’ for immunity supplements
Sales of immunity-boosting supplements could be set for a record year as consumers try to protect themselves against the Covid-19 virus.
SupplySide East is latest event to cancel amid pandemic crisis
Leading North American ingredients event SupplySide East 2020 is the latest natural products trade show to have fallen victim to the Covid-19 pandemic.