‘Gummiceutical’ manufacturer TopGum expands into US
Israeli functional gummy supplement manufacturer TopGum Industries, Ltd. is heading to the US with the establishment of TopGum, Inc., its new subsidiary in New Jersey.
Archives for February 23, 2021
February Launch Pad: Immunity, hydration and beauty from within in focus
From an electrolyte formula for dogs to a nutritional drink with nostalgic childhood vibes, February launches are a mixed bag of beverages, powders, chews...and even chocolate.
California bill would restrict access to weight loss supplements, impose hefty fines
A bill introduced in the California State legislature would restrict the sale of weight loss supplements and impose significant penalties for noncompliance, the Natural Products Alliance has warned.
FTC action on ‘Made in USA’ claims signals heightened risk for industry, attorney says
A recent FTC action that hinged on a ‘Made in USA’ claim serves notice that such claims will be under greater scrutiny during the Biden Administration, an attorney says.
ChickP ramps up commercialisation of clean label chickpea protein
Israeli foodtech start-up ChickP Protein has swung into full commercial production of its 90% chickpea isolate.
Inside-out beauty ‘storm’: Skin microbiome firm Gallinée sees huge uptick in probiotic supplement
French skin microbiome beauty firm Gallinée launched its first pro, pre and postbiotic supplement last year targeting sensitive skin, and the product is now its best-selling item in France, according to company founder.
Else Nutrition develops clean processing of ingredients for its infant formula
Israel-based Else Nutrition Holdings Inc., the plant-based baby, toddler and children nutrition company, said it has developed a breakthrough, proprietary process to further ensure the safety of the formula.
CBD businesses raided as regulatory confusion reigns
While the CBD market scrambles to prepare for the March Novel Foods deadline, products are being seized and retailers arrested in Ireland amid mass confusion over the law, with one retailer taking the authorities to court for their actions.
Clasado Biosciences answers prebiotic call by British Rowing in new deal
Clasado Biosciences’ new partnership with British Rowing will see the firm supply the Great Britain (GB) Rowing Team with its gut-targeted supplement said to aid immune function and athletic performance.
Study says probiotic reduces morbidity and mortality risk in preterm babies
Probiotic supplementation mitigates microbiome-associated risk of morbidity and mortality in hospitalised preterm infants, according to a new study by Evolve Biosystems.
Tocotrienol for diabetic kidney disease: Excelvite partnering with brands to target practitioners, pharmacy channels
Malaysian tocotrienol supplier Excelvite is working with supplement brands to promote the use of tocotrienol-rich vitamin E to pharmacists and doctors treating patients with diabetic kidney disease (DKD), on the back of new clinical findings.
Timing, familiarity consumer understanding: Regulatory expert on approaching South Korea’s new General Foods with Function Claims
The timing of market entry, familiarity with regulations, and detailed consumer understanding are crucial for firms considering opportunities within Korea’s new General Foods with Function Claims policy, according to a regulatory expert in the country.
India sales surge: Herbalife’s Q4 APAC sales hit new record, but China trade dips
Herbalife Nutrition saw a 14 per cent growth in net sales across APAC during Q4 2020, a new record largely driven by its newfound success in India.
Inner beauty: Recherché plans to expand edible skin care line-up to tap into interest in category
Singapore-based skin care brand Recherché has launched its first range of edible skin care and plans to expand the line further to tap into the growing consumer interest in ingestible beauty products.