On April 27, 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter to 10 fitness supplement companies selling weight loss and sports nutrition products containing the controversial ingredient, DMAA. The FDA further warned that DMAA was not a botanical ingredient since it is ... Views: 2664
In the last few decades the incidence of allergic diseases in the United States and other developed countries has been on the rise. The reason for this is poorly understood but scientists believe these changes cannot be explained by genetic factors alone. Environmental issues that include ... Views: 495
Oxidation is considered to be the underlying cause of premature aging and several chronic degenerative diseases. It is for this reason that antioxidants are one of the fastest-selling segments in the natural product market. Antioxidants have natural free radical scavenging capabilities and in ... Views: 816
Vitamin D has always been known for its vital role in supporting calcium and bone metabolism. However, in the past decade, a plethora of research completed on Vitamin D has revealed that 1:Vitamin D receptors (VDRs) are found in almost every human cell, indicating that it plays a role in almost ... Views: 709
What do wild blackberries have that commercial blackberries don’t? According to a new study reported in the European Journal of Nutrition, wild blackberries demonstrate neuron-protective benefits that may decrease the process of brain degeneration.1 Commercial blackberries, on the other hand, ... Views: 757
Studies conducted over the years have shown that capsaicin, an active component in chili peppers, promotes a variety of health benefits, ranging from regulating healthy blood pressure levels to providing quick relief for joint pain. But now, a recent research study from the Chinese University of ... Views: 519
Today’s shoppers are more educated than ever before but have less disposable income to spend on high ticket items. This trend presents a tremendous opportunity to supplement business owners that are eager to offer well formulated products that will provide consumers with the biggest bang for ... Views: 490
In 1946, 3.4 million babies were born in the United States, increasing the percentage of new births by 22 percent from the previous year. Enjoying post-war prosperity, the number of babies born into this world reached a record high, marking a trend which continued every year until 1964. During ... Views: 620
Creaking bones aren’t the only reason people are turning to joint and bone health supplements. While growing consumer awareness and a burgeoning aging population continue to propel the joint and bone health industry, new formulas based on emerging science continue to hold significant value not ... Views: 912
Creaking bones aren’t the only reason people are turning to joint and bone health supplements. While growing consumer awareness and a burgeoning aging population continue to propel the joint and bone health industry, new formulas based on emerging science continue to hold significant value not ... Views: 1116
Joint pain is a major national health concern affecting 50 million Americans who suffer from some form of arthritis, gout, lupus, or fibromyalgia. Although these are not life-threatening diseases, the severity of this disease can debilitate lives in more ways than one leading to social, ... Views: 1562
The amount of people being diagnosed with celiac disease is on the rise and in tandem, the need for condition-specific nutritional supplements for celiac suffers. Marked by a compromised digestive system, those people suffering from celiac disease are at high risk of nutritional deficiencies, ... Views: 552
Goji berries are already being regarded as being “superfruits” because of their nutrient density and antioxidant potency. A recent preliminary study, however, was the first to highlight goji’s unique effects on the body’s metabolic systems. The 14-day study published in The Journal of the ... Views: 945
The 2011 Sleep in America survey conducted on behalf of the National Sleep Foundation found that more than 40 percent of Americans between the ages of 13 and 64 rarely got sufficient sleep on weeknights and more than 60 percent reported having trouble sleeping almost every night.1We all know ... Views: 827
Chronic joint pain is the leading cause of disability in the United States. Supplement business owners can help alleviate this common public health concern affecting 70 million Americans by producing nutritional supplements that have high potential to promote joint health, alleviate pain and ... Views: 772
How do you take the calories out of a potato without taking the potatoes out of your low-caloric diet? Apparently, eating potatoesshould no longer be a guilty pleasure enjoyed sparingly. There’s good news for carb addicts, couch potatoes and avid potato lovers. An astounding discovery has led ... Views: 756
With a global worth estimated at$8 billion, the market for Omega 3 fatty acids continues to grow as more scientific evidence bolstering a myriad of potential benefits for health is made public.1 The research being published stresses theimportance of Omega-3 fatty acidsnot only for maintaining ... Views: 797
There are about 300 to 500 different species of bacteria naturally living in the intestinal tract of a healthy human being.1 Different strains populate different areas of the intestinal tract and studies have linked various probiotic strains to specific health benefits. For years, scientists ... Views: 792
Heart disease, the nation’s number one health concern, continues to encourage consumers to try out new and better methods for improving heart health. Along with a heart-healthy diet and regular exercise, there is increasing interest in cholesterol-lowering dietary supplements, giving retailers ... Views: 575
At the top of the list of popular supplements, fish oil has earned the number one position according to a 2011 online survey. The survey showed that 75.7 percent of respondents used fish oil supplements, making it the most popular supplement for the second consecutive year.1 Reliable research ... Views: 624
It has been over a year since the final installation of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) designed to raise and regulate the quality standards of the dietary supplement industry. Subsequently, the FDA has taken serious steps to make sure that supplement manufacturers fully implement ... Views: 1063
A healthy dose of Vitamin E as part of a daily vitamin regimen may offer a host of healthy benefits for promoting fitness and wellbeing particularly of the heart, lung, and immune system, according to steady stream of epidemiological research and clinical trials. Recent research has been ... Views: 586
Once known mainly for its role in supporting bone health, Vitamin D is now the fastest growing nutrient in the United States market, playing a pivotal role in several metabolic functions of the body and supporting a range of health conditions. In response to the influx of science-supporting ... Views: 614
According to a recent market research released by Windrose Partners, an advisory firm for the healthcare industry based in Boston, MA, new product launches in the heart health category of the food, drink and dietary supplements market, were estimated to have tripled in the last five years and ... Views: 562
A recent study published in The Journal of Medicinal Studies (April 2011) suggests that daily supplementation with green tea extracts may boost mental alertness and enhance memory. Researchers who conducted the randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in Korea concluded that a ... Views: 859
The winter season is winding down, the economy is recovering and more consumers, now more than ever, are showing a preference towards natural, nutritional and herbal products to meet their health needs. This is a great time to focus on enhancing your product line for spring 2011. Historically, ... Views: 862
Creatine was first discovered in the 1800’s as an organic pre-protein compound found in meat. The scientific name for it is methyl guanidine-acetic acid. Synthesis of creatine takes place in the liver and kidneys by amino acids. It is then transported by the blood to other parts of the body for ... Views: 680
The medical dictionary describes “frailty” as “a state of delicacy or weakness which, which encompasses age-related fragility, in particular osteoporosis”. Osteoporosis mainly affects women, but can also affect men. In her book “Women’s Health and Fitness Guide” Michelle Kettles and her ... Views: 907
Two of the most predominant diseases leading to vision loss are age-related macular disease (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy. These two diseases affect millions of Americans.
Age-related macular disease (AMD) is a retinal disease that progresses with age causing loss of central vision, leaving ... Views: 631
Probiotics were first introduced to Americans in 2003 as a functional ingredient in dairy products, breakfast cereals and snacks. Although Americans were initially skeptical about ingesting live bacteria, the benefits far superseded any reservations, causing probiotics sales to quickly grow. In ... Views: 1268
The demand for supplements that support cognitive health is booming. Although aging is associated with declining memory, the alarming news is that symptoms of cognitive deficiencies are occurring more frequently and exhibited in younger age groups as well. As research develops consumers are ... Views: 1322
According to reports published in Nutraceuticals World and by the National Animal Supplement Council, the pet supplement industry as a whole has grown 15 percent annually since 2000 and is currently worth more than $1.3 billion. In addition, Simmons Market Research Bureau recently reported that ... Views: 841
The past decade has seen significant growth in condition-specific health supplements. According to Packaged Facts, condition-specific health supplements make up about 33 percent of the total nutritional supplement sales. Driving and pushing these upward sales statistics are the baby boomers and ... Views: 946
Soy is a part of the pea family and has been linked with several health controversies over the years causing supplement companies to wonder whether they should or should not produce a soy-based supplement. Recognizing the facts and debunking some of the myths related to soy consumption will help ... Views: 662
Spring fever has hit us, again! As temperatures warm up in most parts of the United States, the young and old alike are itching to enjoy the warm sunshine, the wonderful fragrance of Spring flowers and the refreshing outdoors. What kind of nutritional supplements are expected to be consumer ... Views: 881
From pregnant health nutrition that supports fetal brain development to memory empowering nutrition for Baby Boomers and the elderly, the brain boosting supplement industry is a high potential growth market, which is still virtually untapped by supplement manufacturers.Although this field of ... Views: 1056
What's the biggest health fear facing Americans today? According to a survey done by the American Foundation for the Blind, most Americans fear loss of vision even above the fear of getting cancer, heart disease, diabetes, HIV or any other life-threatening health problem. The national poll ... Views: 645
Tablets, chewables, gummies, hard capsules, gel capsules, liquids, powders, creams, gels, lotions, powders, and liquid sprays? What’s your preference? Consumer preference and convenience are major factors driving the choice of delivery systems for dietary supplement manufacturers. For instance, ... Views: 833
Today, consumers associate protein powders and supplements as nutrient sources for healthier living. But about 40 years ago the only concentrated form of protein that was manufactured was egg protein. In the 1990’s whey protein became a big hit with body builders who wanted to build muscle mass ... Views: 1339
Bodybuilding supplements are substances taken in addition to the diet by weight trainers or those involved in similar sports. When used in combination with a balanced diet and a good training program, supplements can assist in building muscle mass more quickly. Most supplements contain ... Views: 1096
Recent trends in medicine show that the focus is shifting from curing disease to preventive health. The aim of medical research is to ensure that people do not simply live longer, but that they remain healthy and independent for as long as possible. Growing research in the role of nutrients in ... Views: 1006
Obesity in the United States has reached epidemic proportions. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that 66 percent of the American population, aged 20 or older, is either overweight or obese. Overweight and obese people are at higher risk for various health disorders such ... Views: 1570
What Are Dietary supplements?
Dietary supplements are products that contain one or more dietary ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, herbs or other botanicals, amino acids or other ingredients used to enhance the diet. In the United States, dietary supplements are available in a wide range of ... Views: 844