Anyone in the dietary supplement industry can attest to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the dramatic sales increase of dietary supplements. Sales were $48 billion in 2019, then grew to $52 billion in 2020, and are projected to reach $58 billion this year (1). Among these increased sales,...
The phones have been ringing off the hook at World Organic Corp., as well as a multitude of natural food retailers and other outlets across the U.S. who carry Liquid Chlorophyll and other chlorophyll supplement products. At first, nobody knew why the sudden spike in interest and sales of chlorophyll,...
When you think of “gut health,” what comes to mind? For most of us, we think about having great digestion, absorbing all the best nutrients from our food to stay energized, and avoiding issues like constipation, bloating, and gas. While these are all important functions of the gut, they only...
Earlier this year, companies in the Center Store industry—which included Snacks, Confectionery, Beverages, Dry Grocery including Baking, Canned Foods, Breakfast, Coffee/Tea & Cocoa, Condiments & Dressings, Dry & Boxed Foods, Sauces & Spreads categories—met and presented their products and capabilities to buyers from across all retail channels at a virtual...
Earlier this year, ECRM hosted their virtual Coffee, Tea and Cocoa, Winter Program, providing the best way to ensure quality face-to-face time throughout the pandemic. Coffee and tea has become a morning ritual that is so important to so many people, especially in these more isolated times where we are...
Earlier this year at ECRM’s Snack, Winter Program, companies in the snack industry including met and presented new items to buyers from across all retail channels. We met with the brands and learned what is hot and new in the snack world, and we discovered new trends that we can't wait to see on shelves. ...
The human microbiome consisting of the trillions of bacteria that reside in our GI tracts, on our skin and in our oral cavity, is a source of valuable insight into our health and vulnerability to developing certain disease conditions. As a result, the market for supplemental bacteria in the form...
One of the most common endocrine disorders, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects about 5% to 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide. Associated with multiple chronic diseases as well as infertility and pregnancy complications, PCOS is in need of better understanding and therapies. To that end, a relationship between PCOS...
On April 21-22, the #NaturallyInformed virtual event series continues with a deep dive into the science and business of nutri-beauty, and I’m excited! The ingestible beauty category is a market that has been growing rapidly in recent years. After more than a decade of false dawns and unfulfilled potential, the...
Virtual—On April 21-22, 2021, WholeFoods Magazine and Trust Transparency Center will host our next virtual event in the #NaturallyInformed series: Nutri-Beauty: Mastering the Market. I'm amazed at how much content we are packing in over the two days. Our focus: bridging the gaps between science and strategy, bringing together world-class research,...
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