Danielle Masterson is a journalist, host, moderator and international emcee known for her engaging interview style that blends warmth, wit and curiosity with thoughtful questions. Nicknamed the “Terry Gross of nutraceuticals,” Danielle is best recognized for her award-winning NutraCast podcast and NutraWomen Wednesday series. “If you haven't listened to Danielle Masterson’s award-winning podcast on NutraIngredients, I encourage you to listen in and pay attention to her craft. Smooth intro, high quality production, thoughtful pauses, nice transitions and good content. I feel like I was on NPR’s All Things Considered.” - Sunny Jain, founder and CEO of Sun Genomics Known for her ability to translate complex topics into engaging conversations, Danielle has interviewed government officials, Fortune 500 CEOs and top researchers on complex scientific topics, regulations, trends and more. She is also a regular commentator on the circuit and can be found chairing hot ticket events like the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit and appearing on The Vitamin Shoppe’s Brand Summit influencer panel. “Danielle has a gift for leading the interviewee to the places they need to go, but think they got there on their own.” - Loren Israelsen, founder and president of the United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) Danielle is the proud recipient of the 2024 WIN Champion Award for NutraWomen Wednesday, a distinction that reflects her commitment to championing women. She also received several Azbee Awards for her podcast and video work, including a gold Azbee for her reporting on using wine byproducts to make gut health ingredients. Since 2019, Danielle has been delivering the latest news in nutraceuticals. Prior to joining NutraIngredients, she worked as a news anchor covering crime, politics and business, as well as national and world events. She holds a journalism degree from Michigan State University and is a proud member of Women in Nutraceuticals and the Indigenous Journalists Association.

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NutraWomen Wednesday: Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli

NutraWomen Wednesday: Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli

By Danielle Masterson

Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli, has built a career spanning corporate law, Nike, retail, health technology and food biotechnology — a path she says only looks intentional in hindsight.

FDA proposes mandatory GRAS notifications

FDA proposes mandatory GRAS notifications

By Danielle Masterson

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is proposing to make the currently voluntary GRAS notification system mandatory, giving the agency greater visibility into substances companies determine are Generally Recognized as Safe.

NutraCast: From taboo to top shelf with O Positiv

NutraCast: From taboo to top shelf with O Positiv

By Danielle Masterson

What began as a personal mission to help one woman manage recurring health issues has grown into one of the fastest-growing brands in the women’s health category.