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New bill aims to end patchwork of state supplement regulations

New bill aims to end patchwork of state supplement regulations

By Cassandra Stern

A Republican congressman has introduced legislation seeking to reaffirm federal oversight of dietary supplements, blocking states from imposing their own additional regulatory requirements and creating what he characterized as a “confusing patchwork of...

Supplements 101: Influencer marketing in Europe

Supplements 101: Influencer marketing in Europe

By Lauren Nicolle

As supplement brands lean more heavily on influencers, how can they stay on the right side of regulations, which laws govern creator content, and who is liable for non-compliance?

Functional Mushroom Council launched amid market growth

Functional Mushroom Council launched amid market growth

By Cassandra Stern

The Functional Mushroom Council (FMC) has launched as a nonprofit industry organization representing North American functional mushroom growers, suppliers and brands, with a focus on research, education and quality standards.

Cyvex adds plant-based ferritin iron to distribution portfolio

Cyvex adds plant-based ferritin iron to distribution portfolio

By Cassandra Stern

Ingredient supplier Cyvex Nutrition has expanded its portfolio with the addition of plant-based ferritin iron through a partnership with SloIron, Inc., as supplement brands continue to look for alternatives to conventional iron salts and chelates.

Alzchem Group invests €120m in creatine value chain

Alzchem Group invests €120m in creatine value chain

By Nikki Hancocks

German specialty chemicals company Alzchem Group AG will invest €120 million into expanding and automating production of its creatine and precursors to keep pace with growing demand.