eBooks

Opportunities in the dietary supplement market continue to grow while regulatory concerns are escalating and media coverage is intensifying. This collection of articles offers insight into some of the hottest trends, FDA challenges, purchasing strategies, and much more.

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Succeeding in the ever-changing food industry means staying on top of trends and delivering the products consumers are clamoring for. This collection of articles offers a round-up of some of the hottest topics of the moment, including cutting costs while maintaining quality; formulating nutritious, delicious bars and beverages; and developing snack foods for satiety.

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Staying on top of trends and delivering innovative products to the marketplace is necessary to succeed in today's evolving cosmetic and personal care industry. This report offers insight on some of the hottest topics of the moment.

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Only one isomer of zeaxanthin—the 3R 3’R isomer—is approved for dietary supplement use. Chrysantis ensures the identity of its EZEyes® zeaxanthin using chiral analysis to affirm its compliance and quality.

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In an increasingly competitive marketplace, marketers are looking for ways to differentiate their products, even as formulators explore the efficacy of innovative items. The 2009 Branded Ingredient Solutions section allows leading suppliers to highlight their trademarked offerings that may help marketers and formulators find needed solutions.

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Located in the heart of American ginseng country, Hsu’s Ginseng Enterprises Inc. has been growing and marketing only the highest quality ginseng products since 1974. Hsu’s offers the widest selection of all ginsengs, including wild, woods grown, cultivated American, Korean and Chinese red; the company also offers a wide variety of other high quality herbs and supplements.

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Indena’s SoySelect® is a patented soy extract, specifically developed for the management of menopause-related symptoms. Double standardized to isoflavones and B-group saponins, its efficacy and safety are supported by clinical and pharmacological data.

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Arizona Nutritional Supplements (ANS) lives by its company motto: “More Than Supplements, Solutions.” Learn more about this leading contract manufacturing operation, from its guiding principles to its enhanced capabilities in its new state-of-the-art facility.

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Companies seeking to establish a labeling claim for a food or dietary supplement must negotiate a maze of regulatory requirements and determine the safety of the ingredients and finished product. Experts from The Burdock Group share their insights on navigating the turbulent waters to develop substantiated claims for safe products.

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Category creator and global market leader XanGo, LLC, the first company to bring mangosteen to a worldwide market, provides insight into what has become the world’s favorite superfruit and the genesis for an expanding power-brand.

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Switch Now to a GMP-Certified Manufacturer
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Now, more than ever, using a GMP-certified manufacturer is essential for avoiding problems that could be very costly to your business. With more than 27 years in the industry, Pacific Nutritional is not only GMP and Kosher certified, but on top of the changes in federal requirements that your company must follow.

• Learn what questions you should ask any potential manufacturer.
• Find out what your new responsibilities are as a marketer.
• See the kinds of practices, quality standards, and services a top-notch manufacturer should offer.

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Aging is characterized by senescence, a decline in physiological functions resulting from cumulative damage to tissues. Recent scientific evidence validates the supportive role of phytonutrient dietary interventions in healthy aging and longevity.

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Sabinsa's Muhammed Majeed, M.D., and Lakshmi Prakash, Ph.D., present an overview of phytonutrients and other nutritional interventions for immune support. Gain an oversight of how the immune system works, particularly in relation to allergies, and review different Indian botanicals-including Tylophora indica, Andrographis paniculata, Coleus forskholii and Curcuma longa-with an effect on the inflammatory and immune response.

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Written by Marcus Laux ND, medical expert on television and news shows and adjunct faculty member at Bastyr University of Natural Health, this E-book on pine bark extract will explain the:

• Benefits of pine bark extract
• Superior qualities of Toyo-FVG™
• Limitless product applications
• The company behind Toyo-FVG

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This book cites 150 different studies demonstrating Astaxanthin’s positive effects on joints, immunity, skin, eyes and brain, cardiovascular health, cancer prevention, inflammation and more. In a user-friendly, easy-to-read format, this book also discusses technical issues such as formulation advice, delivery methods, recommended dosages, bioavailability, safety, stability and how to ensure product quality. You’ll also find dozens of testimonials from real-life users from around the world telling what Astaxanthin has done for them.

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For over 20 years Sterling Technology has been supporting strong immune health by producing high quality colostrum based products. Sterling has done the research now you too can discover the market opportunities and health benefits that colostrum and colostrum extracts have to offer. Use this E-Book to find out how colostrum is impacting the industry in more ways than one.

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Did you know that gram per gram, Spirulina has a higher level and a greater variety of nutrients than any other food? In fact, three grams of Spirulina have more antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity than five servings of vegetables. See why millions of people around the world have been using Spirulina since the 1970’s, and find out how Spirulina gives people more energy, prevents viruses and boosts immunity, regulates blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol and protects the eyes.

Originally published in 1993, this edition was completely updated in 2006 with the latest medical research as well as testimonials and even cooking recipes.

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American Laboratories, Inc.’s E-book explores the many uses for enzyme supplements and addresses the following topics:

• What Are Enzymes?
• What Role Do Enzymes Play in Digestion?
• Why Are Pepsin and Pancreatin Important?
• Severe Diseases Caused by Aberrent GI Enzyme Activity

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How to Choose a Contract Manufacturing Partner
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Looking for advice on how to formulate and bring to market a new product or extend your brand by adding more products? Use this E-Book as a resource for finding the right contract manufacturing partner. Included in this booklet is a contract manufacturer checklist.

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Probiotics are naturally occurring friendly bacteria that are an integral part of a healthy digestive system. They exist primarily in the small and large intestine, enhancing health in several ways by assisting with food and nutrient assimilation, inhibiting harmful bacteria and viruses, and stimulating the immune system. Proper probiotic supplementation replaces intestinal tract organisms lost to antibiotic use, disease, poor diets, stress and other factors.

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From its founding in 1995 to supply the innovative tomato extract ingredient Lyc-O-Mato(R), LycoRed has grown into a multi-national nutritional ingredient company and comprehensive nutrition solutions provider. Explore the range of ingredient options, including high-value carotenoids, natural food colorants and effective fortification technologies. Discover how its nutrition solutions simplify the product development process for dietary supplements and healthy food and beverage products.

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1. Information on the most serious and widespread eye afflictions today.
2. An overview of the eye health marketplace and current ingredient trends in the category.
3. A comprehensive look at carotenoids, their applications in eye health and the growing body of research surrounding carotenoids use as antioxidants.
4. Information on Chrysantis’s all natural carotenoids.

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1. A short discussion of the historical use of herbs and the current regulation of herbal products that are marketed in the United States
2. A section devoted to contemporary research on herbs, including the latest scientific findings and the various forms that herbs can take in the marketplace
3. Descriptions of some of the most popular herbs and suggestions for responsible use 
4. A list of credible information resources

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Building Brand Equity: Maximizing brand identity and marketing strategies in the natural products marketplace.

1. Develop a seamless, strong corporate identity
2. Communicate effectively with customers and the media 
3. Create Packaging for consumer recognition and fascination
4. When it is time to rebrand a previously successful product or company?

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