Consumer demand for natural has made natural products even better than their conventional alternatives. There were some great newcomers and even more sophisticated staples on the show floor of the Natural Products Expo East Sept. 22–24 at the Baltimore Convention Center. Here is a snapshot of what’s new and a...
I personally grew up in the spa industry having worked in the global wellness community since opening my healthy lifestyle PR firm 30 years ago. It has always been my professional mission to make spas a showroom for a healthy lifestyle. Attending this year’s annual International Spa Association (ISPA) conference,...
The Dietary Supplement Health Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994 are federal regulations governing the manufacturing and marketing of dietary supplements, which includes most vitamin retailers. For example, if a retailer sells private label supplements they are responsible for assuring the finished products meet current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and that...
One of the most important questions a company can ask is: how can I truly help my customers? This can come in many forms—from delivering a great product, to anticipating market need, or simply serving as a trusted advisor. At Bioriginal, we take all of these roles seriously and it...
On August 11, 2016, FDA issued an updated revised draft guidance on new dietary ingredients used in dietary supplements which replaces draft guidance the agency issued in 2011. FDA developed the draft guidance to address confusing issues involving new dietary ingredients, synthetic dietary ingredients, botanicals, and requirements for New Dietary...
I recently witnessed a small tree being cut down in a very uncaring manner. It was still alive and thriving. Apparently, someone feared that its roots would damage the foundation of the nearby house. As a fan of environmental movements which have historically taken action to support forest conservation, I...
Few things are more valuable than that which is free—namely, water. And yet, we read and see crises in places like Flint, MI, where the water is too toxic to drink, its effects too harmful to imagine and the social consequences too big to accept. But we must accept these...
Walking the NY NOW show in August is like shopping the world for the very best gifts that you want all for yourself. It gives you access to what's new in home décor and lifestyle design as well. My favorite new section of the show offered rows of personal...
There is evidence that chewing gum existed throughout several ancient cultures, all in some form of tree sap. It was not until the invention of plastic in the 20th century that chewing gum manufacturing diverged from its natural form and was then produced using synthetic ingredients, artificial sweeteners and colors. Chicle,...
I acquired a taste for brussels sprouts fairly late in life as they were not common fare at our family dinner table. A leafy green vegetable that looks like a miniature green cabbage, brussels sprouts are one of those vegetables that can draw a mixed response. But if you like...
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