The Supplement Industry’s ‘Identity’ Crisis
Industry knows who we are and who we want to be, but don't always know the identity of our products. ...More
Yesterday By Steve Mister
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The Cost of GMP Compliance
The costs companies incur to become compliant with dietary supplement GMPs are numerous and variable, covering everything from increased testing, record-keeping and quality control processes, as well as any additional facility improvements, personnel, training and ...More
February 8, 2012 By Steve Myers
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Basic GMP Points to Consider
Many well-intentioned companies have been left confused and puzzled by GMPs (good manufacturing practices), especially when they receive an unexpected 483 or warning letter from FDA. ...More
February 2, 2012 By Robin Koon
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Contract Manufacturing
Fine-Tuning the Immune System
Immune health continues to be an important segment for consumers and industry, but only certain natural ingredients are backed by recent research. However, this growing library of research touches all corners of the supplement world, including basic nutrients, botanicals ...More
January 30, 2012 By Steve Myers
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Immune Health
A Girl's Best Friend
Women are more interested in health and prevention than men, making them a key demographic for natural products manufacturers. They are also more willing to educate themselves on products they choose for themselves and their families, so manufacturers should use marketing ...More
January 25, 2012 By Sandy Almendarez
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Formulating with Superfruits
Superfruits continue to attract consumer interest, although marketers must be ready to provide substantiation for product claims, and formulators face challenges in delivering products with efficacious levels of phytonutrients ...More
January 24, 2012 By Kate Parham
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What Drives Behavior in Women’s Wellness
Companies can help women who are looking for products and services that help them meet their wellness goals by offering 'centuality', a marketing approach that encompasses financial, sensual and logical concerns. ...More
January 18, 2012 By Shelley Balanko
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Drivers in the US Women’s Health Market
Ingredients marketed to women, such as iron, calcium, vitamin D, folic acid, soy and cranberry, are slated for growth in the United States, spurred by the increase of female-specific conditions, raising cost of health care and increasing research activity. ...More
January 11, 2012 By Kaushik Ramakrishnan Shankar
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The Outsourcing Dilemma
A qualified contract manufacturer can help nutraceutical companies offer a good product, establish product differentiation and seize market opportunities. The key is finding the right partner. ...More
January 4, 2012 By Robin Koon
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Contract Manufacturing
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