A discussion of supplements across several female life stagesDo you know the origin of the word hysteria? It comes from the Greek word hysterikos and the Greek idea that hysteria was unique to women and was caused by “disturbances of the uterus” (1). For centuries, there has been some level...
Learn about plant-based options for your omegas needs.When dietary supplement newcomers are looking for a starting point, one of the first supplements they may think of is omegas. These healthy fats support a variety of functions in the heart, brain and eyes, and scientific studies are beginning to link balanced...
New York, NY—NY Attorney (NYAG) General Eric T. Schneiderman is persisting in his attacks on the dietary supplements industry, this time targeting marketers of devil's claw. The NYAG sent cease-and-desist letters to 13 supplement makers on the grounds that their devil's claw supplements are misbranded. Once again, Schneiderman is basing...
Joint care products for physically active shoppers.Many fitness enthusiasts are looking for a little extra support for their joints, and natural products stores are popular places to get it. Start them off with the basics you’d suggest for any other shopper, like a multivitamin, to cover their bases. Then, talk...
Key supplements for sleep and relaxation. For some, sleep is their favorite time of the day. It is an opportunity to lie down on a comfortable bed and put all their problems aside until the next morning. For others, sleep has become the hardest part of the day. According to...
Addressing joint inflammation in your store. Joint pain and swelling is no fun, and unfortunately these issues are way too common. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 52.5 million U.S. adults were diagnosed with arthritis, gout, lupus or fibromyalgia, all of which could reduce joint comfort...
Nutritional needs and options for children of all ages.It’s a natural instinct to want the best for our children in every way possible. However, despite our efforts, many children worldwide are not getting the levels of nutrients they need, which have lasting consequences for both physical and mental health. These...
Salt Lake City, UT—The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) has announced that its national advertising campaign, known as “Omega-3s: Always a Good Idea,” has produced positive results in its year-over-year monthly units sold numbers, according to a press release issued by the company. This national campaign, launched...
Setting the record straight about key sports nutrition myths. To achieve a fit and muscular physique, the average person—your customer—does not have to train like Arnold Schwarzenegger did in his prime. After coming to America from Austria as a teenager, he won Mr. Olympia at the age of 20, becoming...
Learn how to energize shoppers. Scientists aren’t the only ones looking for sustainable energy—consumers are, too. Many want an extra boost to get them through the day. In fact, more than 80% of the world’s population uses caffeine in some way (1). This common go-to stimulant for energy seekers blocks...
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