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Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Women’s Wellness

Industry insiders share how increased investment in sex-specific research and a growing number of women in leadership are pushing the market forward.

March 26, 2026

Jennifer Joseph

Women are stepping into the spotlight and advocating for solutions to female-specific health issues.

2026 Success Toolkit

2026 Challenges & Opportunities

In this special section, find the insights you need to support the health of your business, and the industry overall, in the year ahead.

January 16, 2026

WholeFoods Magazine Contributor

What are the most pressing issues impacting the natural products industry, and what actions are needed? Read on for insights and calls to action from NPA, CRN, AHPA, CHPA, Organic & Natural Health, WIN, INFRA, SENPA, MAHO, WIN, Industry Transparency Center, IPA, and GOED.

The Buzz In Natural: Hemp, Soil Health & More

A roundup of thought-provoking posts we saw on social media!

January 16, 2026

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Industry leaders share updates on hemp advocacy, consumer safety, and reflections on food and immunity.

The New Shape of Weight Management

Sparked by the surge in interest in solutions related to GLP-1, these are the trends, ingredients, and developments driving 2026.

January 16, 2026

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Weight management is evolving toward metabolic health, nutrient-dense foods, and holistic approaches in 2026.

The Natural View: New Study Focuses on Organic NatureKnit to Fill the Fiber Gap

Explore the latest science on fiber-bound polyphenols.

January 7, 2026

WholeFoods Magazine Contributor

Tune in to explore: The gap in Dietary Fiber Consumption, and the latest science showing how NatureKnit uniquely fills the gap.

The New Line of Defense: Immune-Plus in 2026

Discover how the immunity space is getting stronger with a boost from AI-fueled research and innovation, multifunctional solutions, and more.

November 20, 2025

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Industry experts discuss the current state of the immune category, emerging research to note, and a look at what’s to come as we head into 2026.

WholeFoods Magazine Presents

2025 Natural Choice Awards: Ingredients Edition

Find out who earned the honors in the dietary supplement industry!

September 26, 2025

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Here are winners of the 2025 WholeFoods Magazine Natural Choice Awards: Ingredients Edition!

‘Biotics Trends Driving Demand in 2026

Advances in research have paved the way for the next generation of targeted and personalized interventions to support the gut ecosystem.

August 27, 2025

Jennifer Joseph

Microbiome science has entered a new, more sophisticated phase. Catch up on the latest.

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Cocoa’s Surprising Role in Boosting Gut Health

August 14, 2025

Clare Fleishman, MS RDN and International Probiotics Association

Explore emerging science that points to cocoa’s role in shaping the gut microbiota in ways that may enhance immunity, reduce inflammation, and support metabolic health.