In a study by the Organic Produce Network and Nielsen, it was shown that sales of organic fresh produce items reached almost $5 billion in 2017, an 8% increase from the previous year (1). In fact, a bill was recently passed to increase the funding of organic farming research to...
Diet and exercise are the most essential factors in maintaining a healthy weight. However, more consumers are opting for dietary supplements to aid in weight loss; and as product transparency becomes increasingly more important, so do natural ingredients in these weight management products. In a study by Persistence Market Research...
Looking for some healthy Super Bowl recipes this year? We’ve got you covered with kale chips, couscous salad and quinoa mac n’ cheese courtesy of Pereg. [caption id="attachment_55849" align="alignnone" width="414"] Kale Chips[/caption] Kale Chips with Flax Seeds (Gluten-Free) Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Serves: 2-4 Ingredients: *...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]First let’s talk terminology. The word “diet” can carry a negative connotation through association with deprivation and being short-term or temporary, while “lifestyle” can sound more permanent and engaging. As healthy and natural ways of living become more socially acceptable and popular, the concepts are blurring. For the purpose of...
San Francisco, CA — Sun Basket, a meal delivery service featuring organic and sustainable produce, has added three new meal plans — Vegan, Pescatarian and Mediterranean — while increasing its total number of weekly recipe options to 18. Options are available to choose two, three or four recipes per week, choose premium...
Pollock Communications revealed that in its national survey consisting of answers from 2,050 registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs), consumers are making a switch to more clean and natural habits. In 2018, RDNs predict fermented foods to be the number one superfood group, followed by avocado, seeds, nuts, green tea, ancient grains,...
Digestive issues and conditions are becoming all too common. As a result, many consumers are turning to dietary supplements and different lifestyles like gluten-free or vegan to maintain a healthy digestive system. A study from the Center for Celiac Research and Treatment at the American Gastroenterological Association finds that 18...
Mood can be supported through proper nutrition and supplements offer a great safe and natural option for your customers to get these nutrients. There are supplements that support memory and focus, reduce stress and combat brain fog. The consumer market for this area is quite broad. Of course, lifestyle can...
In a country where one in every 10 Americans suffers from various liver diseases, attentive liver care is extremely important (1). Daily supplementation can be beneficial to avoid or manage these issues. The American Liver Foundation warns that unnatural products containing certain chemicals can harm the liver due to their...
Collagen is derived from the Greek word kolla, meaning glue. It is the glue that literally holds the body together and is vital to maintaining our health (1). Medical News Today reports collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies and provides structure and strength to skin, muscles, bones...
