[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The brain is arguably the body’s most complex and hungry organ. Densely packed with approximately 86 billion cells and a delicate super-highway of whisper-thin neural synapses, this cognitive hub consumes 20% of the body’s energy supply, keeping everything from memory and metabolism to sleep and energy running optimally—and what we...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s called a “powerhouse organ” and “master multitasker”—and for good reason: More than 500 vital functions have been identified with the liver, including production of bile, which helps carry away waste and break down fats in the small intestine during digestion; resisting infections by making immune factors and removing bacteria...
While in the midst of holiday festivities, many consumers start to plan for their next big detox—or two. Enter glutathione (GSH). Known as the “master antioxidant,” GSH is actually a tripeptide—a melded molecule made up of the amino acids glutamine, glycine, and cysteine. When it comes to warding off the...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Herbs and Botanicals market is growing, and speedily: “Herbal supplement sales in the United States experienced record growth in 2018, increasing by an estimated 9.4% from 2017,” says Brian Appell, Marketing Manager at OmniActive Health Technologies, citing the American Botanical Council’s 2018 Herb Market Report. “Consumers spent almost $9...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Omegas don’t have quite the same surrounding excitement as some of the ingredients that have taken the market by storm in 2019—but that doesn’t mean they’re not in demand. Indeed, while some nutrients bubble to the top to become the trend of the year, omegas stand strong as the ingredient...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The global vision care market is expected to experience substantial growth in the coming years. According to Persistence Market Research, the eye health supplement market could reach $2.85 billion by the end of 2024 (1). The report indicates that North America will dominate the global market with more than 30%...
Nearly 8 in 10 women and 7 in 10 men in the U.S. take dietary supplements, says Trisha Sugarek MacDonald, BS, MS, sr. director of R&D/national educator, Bluebonnet Nutrition Corporation. Needs change throughout our lifespan, and while there’s no one-size-fits all approach (making it key that each individual consult a...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For too many of us, feeling stressed and spent during the day, yet unable to unwind and enjoy refreshing sleep at night, has become the norm. Thankfully, there’s plenty of help to be found at natural products stores, and once tired, stressed-out customers consult with a healthcare practitioner, they’re likely...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Inflammation, low energy, hormonal imbalances...our go-go-go, high-pressure days have many of us suffering from these and other negative effects of stress. And while modern-day living may have gotten us into the mess, a time-tested superfood can help get us out: mushrooms. These medicinal gems are growing in popularity as the...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Moms’ top 3 wish list for kids: A strong immune system, a healthy diet, quality sleep. That was the finding of the DSM Global Kids Usage and Attitude Study, which surveyed more than 7,400 mothers of children ages 4 to 12 to determine parents’ top health interests for their little...
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