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In Memoriam: Mary Lin Chung, Superior Trading Company

The industry leader was a pioneer in the Chinese herbal business.

April 26, 2025

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

A well respected leader within the industry, Chung was known for introducing popular Asian herbal products to the U.S.

In Memoriam: Panch Prasad, Mill Creek Botanicals

The natural products industry veteran was a big believer in giving back to the community.

April 14, 2025

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

A memorial service for natural products industry veteran Panch Ratan Prasad is scheduled for the week of May 19 in Las Vegas, NV.

In Memoriam: John R. Heck Jr.

Heck was well known throughout the industry for his emphasis on people over business

April 13, 2025

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

A pillar of the natural products space, John R. Heck Jr. shared his knowledge and experience with those around him.

Remembering Sherrill Sellman, ND

Members of the holistic health community honor "a true pioneer in the health and healing world."

November 22, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Friends and colleagues are honoring Sherrill Sellman, an integrative naturopathic doctor who dedicated her life to offering holistic wellness solutions for women.

In Memoriam: Carole Baggerly, Founder of GrassrootsHealth

November 20, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Carole Baggerly was fueled by her desire to educate the public to the research demonstrating the many health effects of vitamin D.

In Memoriam: Professor Bruce Ames

The distinguished professor continued publishing landmark research well into his 90's.

October 21, 2024

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Professor Ames received more than 30 international honors and awards throughout his career.

Remembering Dr. Muhammed Majeed, Sami-Sabinsa Group (1948-2024)

Industry members honor the scientist who created a global market for Ayurvedic ingredients.

March 27, 2024

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

Dr. Majeed was a researcher, scientist, entrepreneur, and business leader who pioneered the development of standardized herbal extracts from India’s Ayurvedic plants and created a global market for Ayurvedic ingredients.

January 2023

December 22, 2022

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In Memoriam: Dr. Hector L. Lopez, Center for Applied Health Sciences

December 16, 2022

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

Hector L. Lopez Jr., MD, CSCS, FISSN, Principal/Scientific Advisor at The Center for Applied Health Sciences, passed away on November 25, 2022, at the age of 46. The Center for Applied Sciences announced the news on social media, sharing: "It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Dr.

In Memoriam: Michael Mercier Schoor, Essential Formulas Incorporated

November 28, 2022

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

Essential Formulas Incorporated (EFI) and the Schoor family shared news of the passing of company Chairman and Founder, Michael Mercier Schoor. "Sadly, Michael developed brain cancer (glioblastoma) which he fought valiantly for nearly two years," the company said in an announcement on social media. "He passed away peacefully on November 4, 2022, surrounded by family. Michael...