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Heart health

Plant Sterols and Stanols: A valuable underutilized resource for heart health

In addition to the evidence supporting heart health claims, recent studies suggest that plant sterols and stanols may provide a variety of health benefits. Get updated on the latest.
November 18, 2024
Susan J. Hewlings, Ph.D., RD

There is a growing consumer interest in alternative proactive solutions for cardiovascular disease (CVD), as evidenced by the increasing demand for functional health foods.


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The Buzz in Natural: November 2024

A roundup of thought-provoking posts we saw on social media!
October 24, 2024
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Do nutritional supplements play a role in teenage eating disorders? A growing number of legislators believe that they do, but what does the science actually show?


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DSHEA at 30: Trade Group View

How are our industry trade groups and organizations supporting advocacy and helping to move the industry forward? And what actions are needed now? Read on for key insights.
October 24, 2024
Jay Jacobowitz, President & Founder, Retail Insights

In this third installment of WholeFoods Magazine's DSHEA at 30 series, we continue our discussion of the Dietary Supplement Health & Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA) with industry groups, who tell us how they are advocating to preserve access to healthful natural products. 


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Taking Action in the Age of Eco-Anxiety

As the team at AHPA shared after storms devastated the Southeast: “We stand in support of the enormous number of people who have been catastrophically affected."
October 24, 2024
Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

Before Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton devastated areas of the East Coast in September and October, environmental worries were on the rise.


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What's Selling: November 2024

What’s Selling is a monthly review of the best-selling products determined from unit sales at natural products stores across the U.S.
October 24, 2024
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Get the scoop on products driving sales in the natural products industry!


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Herb of the Month: Chinese Skullcap

This botanical has more than 40 bioactive compounds and a variety of benefits.
October 23, 2024
Jeffrey Burke, ND, MH, CNC, CHS

Chinese skullcap has more than 40 bioactive compounds and is known for its wide variety of wellness benefits.


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“Agriculture is Destroying the Planet” (Say What?)

October 16, 2024
Karen Howard, CEO and Executive Director of Organic & Natural Health Association

The challenges we face regarding the potential proliferation of SynBio products and their infiltration into finished products are many.


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Hemp in the Hot Seat—Plus More Pressing Issues

CBD Sales Slide While Hemp Faces Regulatory Crackdown.
September 26, 2024
Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

Consumers in the United States spent an additional $533 million on herbal supplements in 2023 compared to sales in 2022, but the former darling of the consumers—hemp-based phytocannabinoids such as cannabidiol (CBD)—are suffering blow after blow.


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The Buzz in Natural: October 2024

A roundup of thought-provoking posts we saw on social media!
September 26, 2024
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Check out the thought-provoking posts members of the natural products industry are sharing social media!


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What's Selling: October 2024

What’s Selling is a monthly review of the best-selling products determined from unit sales at natural products stores across the U.S.
September 25, 2024
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Get the scoop on products driving sales in the natural products industry!


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