Washington, D.C.—Earlier this year, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee released a discussion draft of legislation to reauthorize FDA user fees for drugs, biologics, and medical devices—and the legislation includes the Durbin-Braun premarket approval concept. As WholeFoods Magazine reported, the Natural Products Association (NPA) has been cautioning...
Hampton, NY—Balchem Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Kappa Bioscience AS. Kappa offers K2VITAL a branded synthetic vitamin K2. Balchem is acquiring Kappa from majority owner Verdane Edda for approximately USD $338M. “We are thrilled to welcome Kappa Bioscience’s strong and experienced team to Balchem," said Balchem Ted...
Chicago, IL—At this year's Probiota Americas, held in Washington D.C., New Zealand Milk Products (NZMP) showcased its BifidoB HN019 and LactoB HN001 probiotic strains. The company also discussed its partnership with Maypro. Maypro has added NZMP’s BifidoB HN019 and LactoB HN001 probiotic strains to its portfolio. The brand will incorporate NZMP's clinical...
Washington, D.C.—As WholeFoods Magazine previously reported, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently released data regarding the use of melatonin in children. The study authors reported that: During 2012–2021, the annual number of pediatric ingestions of melatonin increased 530% (a total of 260,435 ingestions reported) Pediatric hospitalizations and more serious outcomes...
Naturally Informed, powered by WholeFoods Magazine and Trust Transparency Center, hosted the virtual conference Microbiome: Mastering the Market in May. Day two of the virtual conference focused on emerging science and opportunities. Topics covered ranged from replacing lost keystone species, postbiotics, digestive health, practices for manufacturers, and more. The Human...
Washington, D.C.—As WholeFoods Magazine previously reported, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has released data regarding the use of melatonin in children. The finding: During 2012–2021, the annual number of pediatric ingestions of melatonin increased 530% (a total of 260,435 ingestions reported). CDC noted that "pediatric hospitalizations and more serious...
Washington, D.C.—The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has released data regarding the use of melatonin in children. CDC reports that, during 2012–2021, the annual number of pediatric ingestions of melatonin increased 530% (a total of 260,435 ingestions reported). CDC also noted that "pediatric hospitalizations and more serious outcomes also increased,...
Toronto, Canada—Jamieson Wellness announced its acquisition of California-based Nutrawise Health & Beauty Corporation. Jamieson Wellness will acquire the manufacturer and marketer of supplements under the Youtheory brand in the U.S. and other international markets, for nearly $210 million. About the Deal The $210 million includes $25 million in Jamieson Wellness...
London, England—Unilever announced its majority stake of hair growth supplement and wellness brand Nutrafol. Unilever currently has a minority share at 13.2%, through its private equity arm, Unilever Ventures Ltd. Nutrafol, backed by the private equity firm L Catterton, will function with Unilever’s Health & Wellbeing unit. Its possession is...
Garden Grove, CA--Alkemist Labs has announced a two-tiered program created to help ingredient suppliers and finished product companies share their test results with their customers and consumers as a demonstration of quality. The program is quickly catching on, with several companies already on board. Focusing on botanical and fungal products,...
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