Who is moving up and who is moving on in the natural products industry? Get updated on the latest!

There is a lot happening in the natural products industry. Read up on the latest!

An NIH-funded study published in the journal Inflammation has shown that 2-hydroxybenzylamine (2-HOBA) supplementation has a promising impact on immune readiness in healthy individuals, according to a press release from TSI Group, which supplies the branded ingredient Hobamine. 

“Probiotic supplements may do the opposite of boosting your gut health” according to an article in The Washington Post. The International Probiotics Association (IPA) critical response team issued a response to the article, noting that the "hype" surrounding probiotics is actually backed by research.

INFRA announced the release of "The Buyer’s Desk," a podcast that dives into relevant and broad-ranging monthly topics ranging from post-pandemic adaptations to regenerative organic. 

More than 65,000 registered attendees and 3,000 exhibiting companies gathered at the Anaheim Convention Center March 7-11 for Natural Products Expo West. Natural and organic foods and beverages; clean beauty and home products; and nutritional supplements and ingredients were on display, with industry members throughout the supply chain gathering to learn about the latest research and innovations.

On April 27, 2023, ABC’s Sustainable Herbs Program and the Herbal Alliance are partnering to  host Why Prescribing Sustainable Herbs Matters. Ann Armbrecht, Ph.D., and Sebastian Pole will facilitate conversations that  explore the relationship among sustainable sourcing, high-quality botanical ingredients, and clinical efficacy

AIDP announced a distribution sales and marketing agreement to distribute Liboost from Pharmactive Biotech Products S.L.U. Clinical data suggests the standardized Damiana extract supports women’s sexual health.

In 2022, the Gluten Intolerance Group's (GIG)  Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO) third-party gluten-free certification program certified 9,300 products from more than 800 brands worldwide. 

CRN is hosting “WellComms: Ignite!” for marketing and communications professionals in the wellness space. The event, which will take place on May 4 and 5 in Washington, D.C., will offer insights and best practices on emerging trends, plus critical guidance on a variety of pressing topics.