ChromaDex closes deal to place Niagen in wide array of national chains
ChromaDex has hit another milestone in the market penetration of its Niagen ingredient with a deal that will put it into a number of national retail chains.
Archives for January 28, 2016
CRN adds 7 members, pushing organization to 'new record' size
The Council for Responsible Nutrition has announced the addition of seven new members. The additions push membership to “new record levels,” according to the organization.
Prop 65: NPA responds to language of proposed Article 6 changes with ‘significant concerns’
The Natural Products Association said in a release that the new Article 6 of California’s Prop 65 would “limit consumer access, cost jobs, and harm the economy.”
Natural & Organic Health Association drops plans for “natural” seal
The Organic & Natural Health Association is abandoning its plan to create a certified seal that demonstrates when products are natural, but it remains dedicated to defining the widely used, but loosely understood marketing term.
Special edition: Microbiome metrics & advances
Beyond microbiota: Prebiotics need hard health endpoints
Hard health endpoints, not just changes to microbiota, are needed to secure EU prebiotic health claims and bring fibre intakes up to recommended levels, according to European researchers.
NEWS IN BRIEF
More consumers seek out products with ‘natural’ label, whatever it means
A survey conducted last month revealed that 62% of Americans buy products labelled “natural,” thinking they are buying something they are not.
Way Better Snacks expands range and tips further growth in sprouted grains
Way Better Snacks has unveiled its latest product – a nacho-flavored tortilla chip – and tipped its signature sprouted grains as a major growth area for snacking.