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Oslo, Norway—A recent study published in Nutrition & Metabolism confirms the hypothesis that krill oil is beneficial to the endocannabinoid (EC) system in humans. This part of the nervous system helps regulate physiological processes such as mood and appetite. Typically, those who are overweight have higher EC levels in...

Everyone has experienced the discomfort and pain of heartburn at some point in their lives. However, for those who suffer from acid reflux and its more severe relative, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn can interrupt daily life. Acid reflux is the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus. It produces...

Kailua-Kona, HI—More than three million Americans over the age of 65 are living with anemia, according to the National Anemia Action Council. A new study published in Cellular & Molecular Immunology offers data indicating that there may be a natural way to address the problem. A research team from...

Secaucus, NJ—Industry manufacturers can get their fill of information about nutritional ingredients and raw materials at SupplySide East 2011, May 2–4. The show—to be held at the Meadowlands Exposition Center, here—will have a similar format to last year’s event with two nutrition tracks, one food and beverage track and...

Check out these companies at Expo West 2011, and click through to visit their websites.

With significant changes to Congress this year, now is a good time to consider contacting your representatives and senators to educate them about your business and the issues you face. Think about what you pay in local, state and federal taxes, and state workers’ compensation insurance, as well as how you must comply with state and federal regulations. Government decisions and policies clearly have a major impact on your bottom line. That’s why it’s important to make your voice heard on Capitol Hill, even from your local store.

Bluebonnet Nutrition, a family-run dietary supplement manufacturer, is now in its 20th year of business. In 1991, the Barrows family set out to start a company that would become a supplier of the cleanest, most wholesome dietary supplements available. Two decades later, the company says that original vision has grown beyond its wildest aspirations.

 

Chondroitin remains one of the best-known supplements not only for joint health, but also as a “natural supplement” among mass market consumers. It is often consumers’ singular entry point into consuming condition-specific dietary supplements as part of normal preventative, self-care regimens.

Mira Loma, CA—Wakunaga of America opened a new facility, here, at the end of January and held a grand opening ceremony to mark the occasion. The site is Wakunaga’s largest plant expansion in 40 years, and is its third facility in Southern California. The firm erected the building to make...