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Home » Authors » Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Articles by Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

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Natural Products News Briefs: Whole Foods Market, CRN, What's Up With Supps, Non-GMO Project & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!
January 28, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry.


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NPA Sets Date for Fly-in Day 2025

Here's what you need to know for the annual advocacy event taking place on May 8th.
January 23, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

 The annual event invites attendees to advocate for the rights of their industry and clients.


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Natural Products News Briefs: ITC, Natural Grocers, Eurofins & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!
January 22, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry.


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FDA Guidance: Coconut Not a Tree Nut

The final version of an allergen guidance does not consider coconut to be a serious food allergen.
January 20, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

FDA's latest report provides clarity for manufacturers on tree nuts, and lifts a "major burden" for the coconut industry.


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#GutTok & Beyond

Consumers' enduring interest in the gut microbiota is driving sales of all things "gut friendly."
January 16, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

The continued rise in sales of gut-focused supplements and functional foods and beverages shows buyers have a keen interest in gut health.


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Taking a Pulse Check on Heart Health

Consumers are educating themselves and investing to protect the body's key organ, today and tomorrow.
January 16, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Industry experts discuss the current landscape, explore today’s support options, and find out which trends will dominate heart-health space in 2025.


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Predicting the Future of Organic Labelling

With new organic schemes growing in popularity the question becomes: What is the future direction of organic labelling?
January 14, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Industry members will convene during the upcoming Sustainable Foods Summit to address some of the growing concerns presented by the growing number of organic schemes.


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January 2025 People News

Who is moving up and who is moving on in the natural products industry? Get updated on the latest!
January 13, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Get the scoop on the latest promotions, new hires, awards and honors in the natural products industry!


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Circana Weighs Impact of GLP-1 on Consumer Spending

The report links the medication's popularity to a rise in innovation for health-focused products and services.
January 12, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Industry leaders can use Circana's data to develop personalized products and services targeting users of GLP-1 agonist medications.

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Watch List: 20 Herbs & Fungi That Call for Added Scrutiny

The ingredients were added to the "Herbs & Fungi We're Watching" index requiring further analysis.
January 11, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Lion's mane, Lemon balm, monk fruit, Rhodiola, Stevia, and Ashwagandha all continue to be featured on the labs reporting's.


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