Organic superfood pioneerNavitas Organicsannounced the rollout ofSuperfoods with Purpose, a credo that the company says underscores its ongoing commitment to creating a healthier world through regenerative organic farming and plant-based lifestyles. The B-Corp strives to be a force for good in this world, creating positive change through nutritious food and sourcing practices. The company reported that, in light of the worsening human and climate health crisis, the Navitas team felt a need to do more, and is now aRegenerative Organic Certified(ROC) licensed brand. To learn more, watch theSuperfoods with Purposedocumentary.
B Corp Numi Organic Teaannounced a newCarbon Footprint Label that will be included on all of its tea boxes beginning in the first half of 2022. The company says the new label breaks down each product’s emissions into four categories–ingredients, packaging, transport and preparation–so consumers can easily understand the carbon impact of their tea purchases. "Numi’s new Carbon Footprint Label is our commitment to the planet and we believe it’s vital to share our carbon number with consumers," said Reem Hassani, Chief Brand Officer & Co-Founder of Numi, in a press release. “We hope this big step for sustainability encourages other brands to follow our lead and commit to sharing their carbon footprint. The more of us that join this movement, the more context consumers will have when considering the environmental impact of their daily habits. Consumers are looking for a way to take action against climate change and we want to empower them with the information they need to do that.”
To celebrate its 50th anniversary,Good Earth announced theBe the Good Campaign.This national initiative aims to inspire acts of good. Good Earth shared that the company is committing to rallying the community, locally in CA and nationally, to participate in acts of kindness by celebrating the good things from the small to the big to help radiate positivity. To help spark those good vibes, the brand will be sharing tips and tricks across its social platforms and offering "surprise and delight packages" to consumers doing good in their communities.
The Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG) announced the opening of registration for the 2022 Generation GF Teen Summit, which is being held at The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at Copia in Napa, California, June 30-July 1, 2022. GIG said its Gluten-free Teen Chef Camp, for teens aged 13-18 living gluten-free, will be "an immersive culinary adventure under the direction of CIA chefs, some of America’s top cooking instructors." The camp involves two days of hands-on learning in CIA’s professional kitchen where campers will gain specialized cooking skills for gluten-free meal preparation. The program fee is $950 per teen and $150 per parent to attend afternoon educational sessions only. Travel and lodging are not included. For more information or to register, visit: https://gluten.org/teen-summit-2022/
Serenity Kids announced that it has joined with Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), participating in the Veggies Early & Often initiative, and Land To Market (LTM), the world's first verified sourcing solution for regenerative agriculture, to further drive access to nutrient-rich and sustainably sourced baby food options. "At Serenity Kids, our primary goal is to light a fire under the baby food industry with innovative and premium baby and toddler foods that have never been created before," said Joe Carr, Co-founder and President of Serenity Kids, in a press release. "We're beyond thrilled to partner with both PHA and LTM. These leading nonprofits are picking up where the government and industry has failed and are working to make positive improvements to the system, environment, and our children's overall health."
Evo Hempannounces a new partnership with 40-Acre Cooperative, the only Black-led nationwide agricultural co-op for underserved farmers. According to a press release, the cooperative has 34 active members in several states and two tribal territories who receive support and training on a variety of topics, including sustainable farming to help regenerate the soil and reduce climate damage. Evo Hemp shared that 40-Acre Cooperative has spent years researching and growing hemp, and Evo Hemp will be using the co-ops organic, cannabinoid-rich WundIndenaannounced the further expansion of its existing GMP Pilot Plant for active pharmaceutical ingredients, the doubling of its kilo lab LK2 for OEB 5 products and the installation of a 250-liter industrial hydrogenator. These innovations confirm that CDMO activities are the priority in the company’s strategic vision. “Aiming to provide customers with an increasing breadth of services, we have been investing in the implementation of cutting-edge technologies while capitalizing on decades of know-how in the field of complex molecules," explained Stefano Togni, Chief Commercial Officer of Indena S.p.A., in a press release. "The combination of Indena’s expertise with state-of-the-art facilities allows us to deliver products and processes that range from small-scale orders for GMP batches for clinical use to large commercial manufacturing supplies.”
Karallief Inc., a nutraceutical ingredient company that researches, develops, and distributes clinically studied herbal extract ingredient formulas, announced that its multi-herbal extract formula, KaraHeart, was studied in a double-blind, parallel, placebo-controlled, randomized human clinical trial. According to a press release, 100 patients with mild to moderately high cholesterol levels (but who were otherwise healthy) were divided equally into two groups; one was given KaraHeart and the other was given a placebo. The study, published in the International Journal of Basic & Clinical Pharmacology, concluded that the participants taking KaraHeart outperformed the placebo group, with significantly reduced levels of LDL, VLDL, TGL, TC/HDL ratios and TC, as well as increased levels of HDL in the blood.
Nuseed Nutritional US Inc., announced that it has conducted a human clinical trial confirming the safety and efficacy of Nutriterra as a novel plant-based source of seven omega-3 fatty acids. Results of the study werepublished in Frontiers in Nutrition. Nutriterra is the world’s first land-based source of total omega-3 fatty acids, produced by Nuseed to deliver the benefits of microalgae via its proprietary Omega-3 canola. Nutriterra is an alternative to marine omega-3s, and the company says it helps bridge the gap between growing consumer demand and finite ocean resources. Benita Boettner, Nuseed Nutritional General Manager, said, “This study confirms Nutriterra’s efficacy without compromise to nutrition or safety. Plant-based is the fastest growing segment in the omega-3 category, and this new option meets consumer demand for a sustainable alternative to marine oils with DHA, EPA, and ALA.”
Ingredients by Natureannounced today the increased capacity and a “no-minimums” policy for the company’s dedicated state of the art freeze-drying services. The company shared that, with capabilities to handle increased demand and immediate availability, the freeze-drying division is prepared to handle freeze drying for a variety of industries including nutraceuticals. “We’ve been expanding our capabilities for years and have found the market demand for experienced operations growing,” said Rob Brewster, President of Ingredients by Nature. “In this rapidly changing environment, companies can’t wait months to get back an ingredient or formulation from a pilot--they need to move much quicker. We can now meet that need at scale from the smallest order to a full run.”
Prenexus Health, a manufacturer of organic prebiotic ingredients for the supplement, food and beverage industry, announced the release of its new report titled, “The Shroom Boom: Functional Fungi for Digestion.” The report explores growth of the medicinal mushroom market post-COVID, and opportunities in this space. “We see the pairing of medicinal mushrooms and prebiotics offering tremendous promise for health solutions and innovation in the digestive health category," said Mike Bush, CEO of Prenexus Health, in a press release. "We hope this new report offers new insights and solutions." Thefree report can be downloaded here.
Kerry has officially opened its newly upgraded facility in Rome, Georgia, which it says represents Kerry’s largest-ever capital expenditure investment and one of the biggest in Georgia’s history. Kerry shared that the 316,000 SF facility, which now employs 250 people, provides integrated taste and nutrition solutions to help customers meet growing consumer demand in the poultry, seafood and alternative protein markets across the U.S. and Canada. As part of Kerry’s sustainability strategy, Beyond the Horizon, the company has prioritized sustainability initiatives across the entire facility. This includes using 100% renewable electricity, zero waste to landfill, bulk receiving of materials, local sourcing where possible and the extensive use of energy efficient equipment.
Layn Natural Ingredients announced that its newest study,Assessment of Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant Activity of SophorOx, has been published inThe Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine. The results: Quercetin and flavonoid-rich natural antioxidant extract ingredient is effective in its ability to inhibit oxidative stress and support a healthy inflammation response, according to the company. The in vitro animal study, headed by Vedic Lifesciences, demonstrates that SophorOx, which is derived from Sophora japonica L,inhibits pro-inflammatory compounds and reactive molecules that cause oxidative stress. A preliminary in-vitro cell line study also supported SophorOx as a potent antioxidant, displaying prominent ability to block mediators of oxidative stress and inflammation, the company says.
Sweegen’sSignature Bestevia portfolio of nature-based sweeteners and sweetener systems is now accessible to brands in Mexico after the country’s food safety authority adopted the Codex Alimentarius (Codex) specifications for steviol glycosides produced by different technologies, the company shared. This includes Sweegen’s bioconversion method for producing clean and non-GMO stevia sweeteners, such as Rebaudiosides B, D, E, I, M, and N. Codex is the international food safety organization under the auspices of the World Health Organization (WHO).
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