Washington, D.C.—Organic food is proving to be the food of choice for shoppers stuck at home, according to a press release from the Organic Trade Association (OTA). Organic produce sales are up more than 20% in the spring of 2020, says the press release, after jumping more than 50% in...
Washington, D.C.—80% of U.S. adults say they will be more mindful about practicing self-care regularly once the pandemic is over, according to a survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Samueli Integrative Health Programs. 46% of those surveyed report that they are struggling to find ways to maintain...
Chicago, IL—New research from IRI and SPINS reveals that consumers are purchasing more natural products in 2020, both pre-pandemic and during the pandemic, according to a press release. The new report highlights consumers’ product and shopping preferences, strategies for manufacturers and retailers to attract and retain customers, and suggested strategies...
Researchers from Duke University will be exploring the role of the microbiome in COVID-19 risk and illness. The randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, approved by Duke University Health System's Institutional Review Board, will be led by Drs. Paul Wischmeyer and Anthony Sung and will focus on Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG in COVID-19 exposed...
New York, NY—A new report from Forum for the Future has highlighted the critical role of regenerative agricultural practices in delivering future food system resilience, according to a press release. The release notes that the U.S. is estimated to lose approximately 996 million metric tons of soil through erosion each...
When Expo West was cancelled in March, the announcement was met with mixed emotions. Relief, anxiety, anger...this event, and the many others that were subsequently cancelled, postponed, or shifted to virtual, have become central to business for many of us. We miss the education and the valuable networking. We miss...
University Park, PA—Spices may reduce the inflammatory impact of a high-fat, high-carb meal, according to a new study from Penn State. In a randomized, controlled feeding study, 12 overweight or obese men between the ages of 40 and 65 with at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease were given...
Kutztown, PA—A new white paper released by Rodale Institute and The Plantrician Project outlines the ways in which the American food system has contributed to epidemic levels of chronic disease and lowered immune systems, according to a press release. The solution put forth in the white paper: regenerative organic agriculture.
Natural Products Expo West, SupplySide East, IFT, Fancy Food...spring and early summer is usually a prime time for conferences, and the networking opportunities and educational sessions that we all value to help our businesses thrive in support of helping people live healthier, happier lives. Of course, this industry is known...
Virtual—Small brands need to form relationships with the retailer—that’s the takeaway from “How the Pandemic is Changing Retail & How to Remain Relevant to Shoppers,” the latest podcast from Daniel Lohman, Natural Industry Strategic Advisor at Brand Secrets and Strategies, in which Lohman interviewed Phil Lempert, the Supermarket Guru. COVID-19...
