PLMA has canceled its Private Label Trade Show due to the omicron variant and overall surge of COVID-19 cases. A statement on PLMA’s website additionally cites the reinstatement of corporate travel bans and international travel restrictions, adding: “The safety and health of our members, exhibitors, attendees, guests, and staff will...
A marine algae extract may help fight COVID-19, according to a test tube study published in PeerJ. The marine algae known as ulva—or “sea lettuce”—is a dietary staple in places like Japan, New Zealand, and Hawaii, according to a report from Medscape. Now, the extract—known as ulvan—has been tested in...
Arlington, VA—FMI—The Food Industry Association has released its U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends Tracker: Holidays, a comprehensive report (research conducted by The Hartman Group) on the impact of COVID-19 on U.S. grocery shopper perceptions and behaviors heading into the holiday season. The key finding: While shoppers do have concerns about the availability and...
OSHA’s vaccine mandate has brought forth mixed reactions. The Natural Products Association (NPA) hosted a seminar on the mandate, titled Implications of OSHA and CMS Rules, wherein experts provided an overview. The mandate, per NPA, requires employers to establish, implement, and enforce a mandatory vaccination policy—all new and existing employees...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Vitamin Angels called for increased action in mid-2020, launching a new unified effort, called Healthy Futures Initiative, to address the long-term impacts of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities in the U.S. and abroad. With health systems overwhelmed and food systems disrupted due to the pandemic, families in need were put at...
Washington, D.C.—The CRN Foundation is applauding new meta-analyses that point to a significant link between vitamin D and COVID-19, according to a press release. “Increasing evidence suggests a link between higher vitamin D levels and lower incidence of COVID-19,” said Luke Huber, ND, MBA, vice president of scientific and regulatory...
It is estimated that 6 million Americans are currently battling persistent post-COVID CFS and fibromyalgia symptoms. In this talk, Dr. Teitelbaum discusses a research-proven approach that shows how to effectively recover. Tune in below for his insights.
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Portland, ME—Diversified Communications, producer of the Integrative Healthcare Symposium (IHS), announced that the 2021 conference, scheduled to take place on September 18-20, 2021, has been canceled due to the ongoing pandemic. The decision was made after the New York Hilton Midtown temporarily suspended operations and could not guarantee it would be...
Lakewood, CO—In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Natural Grocers has established The Natural Grocers Heroes in Aprons Fund, bringing the company’s charitable efforts under one umbrella. According to a press release, Heroes in Aprons provides short-term financial assistance to Natural Grocers' good4uSM crew members who experience unanticipated hardships. “Our good4u...
