Seattle, WA--A recent report in The Washington Post (The Post) titled Amazon prohibits CBD sales, but it’s still easy to buy on the site raises awareness on a topic that also has been addressed in WholeFoods Magazine: the availability of cannabidiol (CBD) on Amazon. The Post reporter Jay Greene wrote,...
Nielsen has released their 2020 forecast for the U.S. Hemp-CBD and CPG Industries, predicting that the market could be a $2.25-2.75 billion industry in 2020—and calling that projection conservative. The estimate accounts for hampered FDA rulings and other possible speed bumps. Rich Maturo, VP, Cannabis Practice at Nielsen, said in...
Boulder, CO—Extract Labs announced in a press release that it is funding cancer research currently being conducted at Colorado State University at the James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Researchers at CSU are conducting lab-based research on the impact of cannabidiol (CBD) against canine glioma cells, or brain and spinal...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]“Sustainable” is a big buzzword these days, thanks to growing awareness of climate change and of the impact of waste. It’s made its way into the mainstream: Coca-Cola Company in November announced that it had produced 300 proof-of-concept bottles containing 25% recycled marine plastic, which, Packaging Digest notes, is a...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As 2019 winds down, what issue had the most positive impact on the natural products industry—and what had the greatest negative impact? We asked the heads of industry trade associations and other industry leaders to discuss the big picture, and to weigh in on what the year to come may...
As we enter a new year and the beginning of a new decade, there’s no better time to make sure your digestive health aisle is well-stocked: Products that heal and nourish the gut are likely the helping hand your customers will need to achieve all their health resolutions in 2020.
East Rutherford, NJ—Mushroom Wisdom is changing the name of its proprietary Lion’s Mane mushroom product, according to a press release. Previously called “Amyloban 3399,” it will now be called “Lion’s Mane Amyloban.” Related: Mushrooms: Superfood Superstars Life Extension Announces Total Rebrand INFRA Rebrands Mushroom Wisdom explains in the release that...
Mayfield Heights, OH--Immune system support was ranked as the top reason consumers buy healthy lifestyle products in a survey of over 11,000 consumers in 14 global markets. The survey comes from Wellmune, a natural ingredient in Kerry’s ProActive Health portfolio that is clinically proven to help strengthen the immune system.
Saffron has shown promise in the treatment of depression, but as an adjunct therapy, its efficacy may be limited, according to a new study in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 160 adults with persistent depression and taking a pharmaceutical antidepressant enrolled in the randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study; 139 gave usable data.
Pittsburgh, PA—GNC has appointed Josh Burris as Chief U.S. Officer, effective December 2, 2019, according to a press release. Burris will be responsible for GNC’s retail and franchise operations, merchandising, supply chain strategy, and strategic partnerships in the United States. Burris has served as President and COO of AM Retail...
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