U.S. Study to Target Blacks in Vitamin D, Fish Oil Test
from USA Today
Two of the most popular and promising dietary supplements — vitamin D and fish oil — will be tested in a large, government-sponsored study to see whether either nutrient can lower a healthy person's risk of getting cancer, heart disease or having a stroke. It will be one of the first big nutrition studies ever to target a specific racial group — blacks, who will comprise one quarter of the participants. More 
Natural Products Foundation Program Makes First "Healthy Match"
from Natural Products Foundation
The Foundation's new initiative unites underserved community health programs with donations from natural products manufacturers. More
Natural MarketPlace Features Networking in an Intimate Setting
from Natural Products Association
Attending Natural MarketPlace? The Welcome Cocktail Reception (July 9 at 5:00 p.m.) is a fantastic opportunity to network with your peers in a festive atmosphere. Enjoy refreshing cocktails and a delicious variety of natural hors d'oeuvres. Then stop by the President's Reception on Friday, July 10, at 5:00 p.m. to unwind and network with clients and colleagues after a busy day on the show floor. Enjoy some tunes, refreshments, and a great time connecting with friends new and old in the natural products community. Register today to attend these and other networking events & education sessions at Natural MarketPlace, July 9-11, 2009 in Las Vegas. Visit http://www.naturalmarketplaceshow.com/. More
Brand Showcase: Aquasana
"All told, it’s a great time to be selling water filters and reusable bottles."
- The New York Times
A major shift in consumer buying trends boosts sales of home water filtration products. Retailers who carry small water filtration systems and refillable water bottles offer a more
"Eco-Nomical" alternative for healthy water. Aquasana home water products are geared towards the "health & wellness" consumer. Highest performance ratings and best value, voted "Best Buy" by Consumers Digest 6 years running.
Visit www.Aquasana.com/retailer or call 800-261-9025.
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Transparency Meeting: What's Behind FDA Enforcement
from Nutraingredients
Enforcement action by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is a key area where more open communication with industry is necessary, the agency will hear during a public meeting on transparency. As part of the Obama Administration's commitment to government transparency and accountability, FDA said it is seeking "to take appropriate action (…) to disclose information to the public rapidly, and in a form that is easily accessible and user friendly." More
Farm Groups Prevail as House Climate Bill Puts USDA in Charge of Agriculture Offsets
from The New York Times
The Agriculture Department will have the lead role in overseeing agriculture offsets under the House climate bill, a major victory for farm groups that pushed lawmakers to take the lead away from U.S. EPA and a defeat for environmental groups that fear the agriculture agency may be too lax in oversight. As part of the agreement reached last night, House Energy and Commerce Chairman Henry Waxman (D-Calif.) agreed to shift agency oversight for carbon offset programs, projects that would indirectly cut emissions of heat-trapping gases. More
America's Best Independent Retailers
from BusinessWeek
Great location, fantastic selection, competitive prices. These are the oft-cited qualities that help one retailer prosper while another fails. But there are other, often larger forces that not only keep a store in business, but ensure that its customers return on a regular basis. More
U.S. Organics Buck Recessionary Trend
from FoodNavigator-USA
U.S. sales of organic food have surged despite dire predictions for its resilience as consumers look for ways to cut spending, according to a new survey on American organics. During 2008, sales were up 15.8 percent on the year before. Predictions for organic product sales have been gloomy, with market researchers foreseeing a slump in more pricy goods, including organic food. But this has not been the case. More
Product Showcase:
Is your family Vitamin D deficient?
Our bodies can make vitamin D3, but only when our skin is exposed to sunlight under the proper conditions. This production is dependent on the season, where we live and the time of day. Even using sunscreen drastically reduces the body’s production of vitamin D. Medical studies continue to show the importance of adequate vitamin D intake for good health. Drops provide concentrated vitamin D3 in just one drop. Convenient, taste-free drops are an easy way to ensure you and your family receive the vitamin D you need. More
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Snack Supplier Repackaged Recalled Pistachios, Warns FDA
from FoodNavigator-USA
A Californian snack supplier has repacked and distributed pistachios nationwide which were recalled by Setton Pistachio in March due to possible salmonella contamination, the FDA repots. Consumers are being warned to avoid two brands of pistachios from Setton Farms that it says have been repackaged and distributed by Orca Distribution West of Anaheim, Calif., to retailers in airports and hotels across the U.S. More
Eat Well, Live Longer
from BusinessWeek
If you eat a healthy diet, you're likely to live longer. It might be trite advice, but a new study offers proof that it can make a difference in your longevity. Those with the best diets reduced their risk of death by up to 25 percent over a 10-year follow-up, the report found. More
EPA Study: 2.2 Million Live in Areas Where Air Poses Cancer Risk
from USA Today
The government's latest snapshot of air pollution across the nation shows residents of New York, Oregon and California faced the highest risk of developing cancer from breathing toxic chemicals. The results, compiled by the Environmental Protection Agency, represent the most sweeping analysis to date of the state of the nation's air. The analysis is based on emissions from 2002, the latest year for which the EPA had detailed estimates of pollution from across the nation. More
Attorney General Slams Companies Over Apparent Plot to Blur BPA Dangers
from AP-FoodTechnology
A host of packaging and food giants have been condemned by a leading U.S. law official for apparently plotting to use deceptive and illegal fear tactics to blur the truth about the dangers of bisphenol A (BPA). More
Licorice Gargle May Help Surgery Patients
from United Press International
Surgery patients gargling with licorice solution were less likely than others to develop sore throats, doctors in India said. Sore throat is a common complication after general anesthesia. If coughing is also present, it can lead to further complications.More
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Product Showcase: ProEFA Xtra
Nordic Naturals ProEFA Xtra is a revolutionary 70% GLA, 84% omega-3 fish oil concentrate to promote beneficial eicosanoid production while limiting the production of AA and its detrimental metabolites.* Pro EFA Xtra combines an exceptionally high concentrated blend of omega-3s (EPA and DHA) from fish oil and omega-6s (GLA) from borage oil for prostaglandin series 1 & 3 production, to support joint flexibility and mobility, healthy skin and hair, balanced mood, normal fat metabolism, and immune support.* Molecularly distilled for purity, ProEFA Xtra is an ideal supplement for a concentrated intake of essential fatty acids. Visit www.nordicnaturals.com.
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Product Showcase: OptiCLA
Just one scoop, once a day for maximum fat loss. OptiCLA, a revolutionary weight loss product, is the most concentrated, bioavailable form of CLA on the market today. This ultra-concentrated powdered Clarinol conjugated linoleic acid promotes fat loss and inhibits fat storage but unlike other forms of CLA, causes no stomach upset or discomfort. Just one scoop versus 8 pills.
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1-888-551-1080
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