B.T. Sweet, Ltd. has launched Cambya, a non-GMO, plant-based, one-to-one, drop-in sugar replacement, to be used in food applications. The new product is a mix of soluble fibers, monk fruit, and botanicals designed to help improve digestion and increase satiety, the company says. One teaspoon of Cambya is equivalent to...
Washington, D.C.—The Natural Products Association (NPA) announced that it has filed a lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). At issue: the status of N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC). NPA is requesting that FDA "cease its unlawful retroactive application of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act" against NAC. As WholeFoods has previously...
Glanbia Nutritionals has introduced OvenPro, a range of ingredients that can be used to increase the protein and fiber content of baked goods, while maintaining low levels of sugar and net carbs. OvenPro products are 1:1 flour replacements for bread, cake, and quickbread. The products contain 47 - 80% protein...
Pocono Organics has expanded its CBD gum drops line with two new flavor offerings: Lemon Chamomile and Vanilla Lavender. Sold in tins, each package contains 25 servings, with 25mg CBD per serving. The drops are made from Regenerative Organic Certified hemp. www.pocono-organics.square.site ...
Beneo is releasing galenIQ 721, a filler-binder intended to improve the taste and stability of fizzy tablets and powder. As a non-hygroscopic, water-soluble, directly compressible excipient, the product also provides high content uniformity and production efficiency for effervescents, according to the company. The company also states that the excipient has...
Irvine, CA—BGG World and its subsidiary Algae Health Sciences announced the publication of a list of 1,200 studies showing health benefits for astaxanthin. BGG shared in a press release that the intent of the document is designed is to further industry knowledge (and subsequently, consumer knowledge) of the 10 clinically validated...
Austin, TX—Branded ingredients supplier Gencor has reported positive results from a study published in the Journal of Cosmetology & Trichology.The pilot, open-label, randomized, parallel and in-vitro study assessed the efficacy and safety of an Ageratum conyzoides formulation on hair loss. Also known as “goat weed” or “billy goat weed," A.
New Hampton, NY—Balchem Human Nutrition & Health announced the launch of a 2022 TrenDish Innovation Summit. The event is designed to further the company's commitment to innovation: Balchem is seeking innovative technologies, ingredients, and products that can be used with, or incorporated into, its strategic product line offering. Of most...
Given the focus on supply chain shortages, it may be worth it to consider several questions. What caused the labor shortage? What impact did COVID have on laborers? What happens when companies institute vaccine mandates? How do employees feel about vaccine mandates? With regards to the cause of the labor...
What to do about the labor shortage? A natural product retailer offered some frontline wisdom. At Natural Products Expo East in September, Abraham Nabors, Owner of Mustard Seed Market & Cafe, shared that he's working with 210 employees—down about a fifth of his work force, which was a daily challenge.
