Continued pandemic issues in China hit Usana hard
Usana health Sciences recorded steep declines in revenue as the company has been blasted by pandemic-related dislocations in mainland China and other markets, the company’s largest market.
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RDN advocates multidisciplinary approach to fueling young athletes
Adolescent athletes require nutrition above and beyond the offerings of most school cafeterias. These growing and developing bodies face challenges such as limited time for meal prep and frequent travel.
MLM cited for continued claims to treat autism, dementia, other conditions
An MLM that sells dietary supplements has been advised to remove claims relating to conditions such as autism, dementia and other disorders from the social media posts managed by distributors.
Barentz acquires Czech-based ingredients distributor
Barentz International have acquired ACE Trade CZ, a Czech-based distributor of specialty ingredients in what is the latest purchase for the Dutch nutrition specialists.
Beneo: 'Low GI products a key tool in the weight management toolbox'
Along with heart health, brain health and gut health, weight management stands out as a category where functional ingredient activity is fierce.
ASA bans advertising claims with health subtext
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld a complaint relating to online advertising against Smokepops LDN, which it deemed misleading and socially irresponsible.
Triple transformation? PepsiCo emphasises food security, healthier choices and packaging reinvention plans
Snacking giant PepsiCo has highlighted food security, healthier choices and packaging as major sustainability and business objectives in the Middle East and Asia.
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CBD and cancer pain relief: India’s national research institute boss outlines study plans – LISTEN
India’s national research agency is hoping to study cannabidiol (CBD) and its effects on cancer pain relief, the director of the agency has revealed in our latest NutraChampion podcast.
Net zero ambitions: Nestle launches China’s first carbon-neutral toddler formula
Nestle has launched China’s first carbon-neutral product, a stage three formula for toddlers said to be sourced from Switzerland-based farms that do not use herbicides and growth hormones.
Uphold safety: China’s SAMR sought public input for methods to test laxatives, beta-blockers in health foods
Chinese regulator State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has sought public input for methods to detect the presence of laxatives and beta-blockers in health foods and general foods.