Pandemic will boost vitamins C & D, zinc and ALA in 2021, retailer says
Supplement and organic foods retailer Natural Grocers said a continued emphasis on vitamin D, immune support and blood sugar management will lead industry trends in 2021.
Archives for December 4, 2020
Amazon issues sweeping quality specs for supplements sold on its site
Amazon has begun requiring supplement marketers to provide comprehensive testing results and other documentation in order to be able to sell products on its site.
Probiota Champions: In conversation with Dr John Bienenstock
The gut-brain axis is an exciting possibility that is receiving the appropriate intensity of investigation, and despite ‘little bursts of light here and there’ hinting at its potential, says Dr John Bienenstock.
Survey reveals low folate awareness in Swiss women
A high prevalence of folate inadequacy in Swiss women suggests an elevated risk of neural tube defects and calls for urgent measures to increase folate intakes, according to a new survey report.
Finnish study paves the way for health-driven blackcurrant NPD
New findings from Finnish researchers suggest that a blood glucose response benefit can be derived from eating a smaller portion of blackcurrants than previously thought, and from blackcurrants with added sugar.
Science shorts: Immunity, respiratory, and brain health in focus
This round-up features the latest scientific findings, especially in the area of how nutrition supplementation could contribute to immune, respiratory, and brain health.