Articles by Rebecca Viscomi

Study: Ahiflower May Improve the Health and Wellness of Chronically Ill Patients

January 20, 2023

York, North Yorkshire, UK—Total Parental Nutrition is a treatment method used on individuals with severely compromised digestive pathways, caused by conditions such as Crohn’s disease or bowel cancer. The treatment is used as a last resort, as it has unwelcoming side effects including inflammation, reduced immune function, reduced glucose sensitivity,...

Earth Fare's Monthly Webinar Series Will Focus on Safe Detoxing & More

January 5, 2023

Rebecca Viscomi

Asheville, NC—With the new year upon us, Earth Fare is once again committing to help shoppers lead a healthier life. The organic grocer announced that it is debuting a free monthly webinar series, aimed at connecting viewers with educational resources guiding them in living a healthy lifestyle. January focus: The...

Naturally Informed Education: Building Immune Resilience for a Whole New World

December 22, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

If we look back 100 years ago, humans were greatly impacted by infectious diseases, often dying of illnesses that today are highly preventable. Tuberculosis, typhoid, dysentery… all common killers that are less of a threat today. Fast forward to the 2020s: Today, people are at risk of developing cardiovascular disease,...

Black Seed: 6 Reasons to Love It

December 22, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

Nigella sativa (aka black seed or black cumin) has been linked to many curative properties, traced back to the Old Testament. Today, research confirms that the herb delivers benefits. “Nigella is a relatively little-known but increasingly popular botanical in the Western medicinal herb and dietary supplement industry,” said Stefan Gafner, Ph.D.,...

OTA Receives $1M+ to Promote U.S. Organic Products Nationally

December 9, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

The Organic Trade Association (OTA) has announced it is the recipient of over $1 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Market Access Program (MAP). The monetary award will be put towards promoting U.S. organic products around the world in 2023.

Natural Grocers Announces Top Trends for 2023

December 7, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

Lakewood, CO—For the seventh year, Natural Grocers and America’s Nutrition Education Experts have announced an annual list of Top Trends for 2023. Categories include: Health and Wellness Body Care and Beauty Food and Beverage Ecologically Thoughtful. This year, the trend forecasters also included a Bonus Trend category, which lists items...

GIG To Host Virtual Talk on Gluten Testing & Food Safety

December 6, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

Auburn, WA—The Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG), a nonprofit gluten-free advocacy organization, will host a virtual learning event to tackle topics related to gluten-free living, including food safety and rapid gluten tests. Is there Gluten in That Food? The Ins and Outs of Testing will be held on December 8 at 5 p.m.

GIG Cares Opens Registration for 2023 GF Teen Summit

December 6, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

Auburn, WA—Registration for GIG Cares 2023 GF Teen Summit is now open. The nonprofit organization works to support individuals in the gluten-free community as they overcome everyday challenges. The summit will be held June 26-29, 2023, at the The Ridgeline Hotel Estes Park, set in the Rocky Mountains. According to a...

Let's Bake: Vegan Pumpkin Pie

November 14, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

The holiday season is upon us, and for this month’s Let’s Bake we are featuring the classic dessert: pumpkin pie. For this bake, we used Wholly Wholesome’s Organic Pie & Pastry Dough, Ready to Roll using their recipe for Vegan Pumpkin Pie. The great thing about pumpkin pie is that...

Exploring the Next Generation of Stress & Mental Wellness Ingredients

October 14, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

Tune in to hear Mark Kaylor and Ralph Martins, Ph.D., discuss the next generation of stress and mental wellness ingredients with Naturally Informed moderator Len Monheit. This talk was recorded following the Stress & Mental Wellness: Mastering the Market Virtual Conference in September. To view more informational and educational sessions from this...