See You at Natural Products Expo West

Spark your passion at Natural Products Expo West! Hailed as the epicenter of consumer demand and innovation in dietary supplements and ingredients, food and beverage, and personal care, the annual event will take place from Tuesday, March 3 to Saturday, March 7 at the ACC North Halls, Marriott & Hilton...

8 Adaptogens to Make You Stress-Free for 2020

Did you know constant stress can be a detriment to your health? With all the pressures of everyday life (long workdays, tiring commutes, tight deadlines, etc.), many Americans suffer from stress and anxiety. A Gallup poll from 2017 found that 44% of American adults claim to frequently encounter stress in...

How to Go Gluten-Free with Your Supplement Brand

Many people are going gluten-free, and it’s not because of celiac disease. According to New Hope Network, one percent of the U.S. population has celiac (about 3 million people), and another almost 13% has a non-celiac gluten sensitivity (about 40 million people). Gluten sensitivity is not the same as celiac...

What Are Superfoods?

Superfoods are super good for our diets! With their high nutritional density, superfoods provide a significant amount of nutrients (vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, etc.) while containing low calories. Their popularity can be attributed to: Getting more fruits and vegetables in your diet, which is important since the Center for Disease Control...

Can Glucosamine, Chondroitin, Hyaluronic Acid, or MSM Relieve Joint Pain?

In the United States, there are over 30.8 million people with osteoarthritis (OA), becoming the most common cause of disability in adults. About 80% of people over the age of 50 live with some degree of OA, and for people over 70, it’s nearly universal. The chronic condition is a...

How Organic Is Organic?

With more than 22,000 certified organic farms and businesses in the United States, the national organic market hit $52.5 billion, up 6.3% from 2018. This steady growth has created an entrepreneurial opportunity for producers and processors looking to enter the organic sector. To sell, label, and represent your product as...

Collagen Peptides, Bone Broth, or Gelatin: How to Increase Your Collagen

We know collagen is important. Made up of primarily four amino acids (glycine, proline, hydroxyproline, and arginine), collagen gives structure to our hair, skin, nails, bones, ligaments, and gut lining, which all helps our muscles grow, our bodies stay flexible, and our hair shine. As one of the most abundant...

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What to Know in the Supplement Industry Before 2020

With the new year just weeks away, it’s not only important to stay on top of new trends but also the industry as a whole. Between recent studies and shifting consumer demands, there is a lot to know before going into 2020. Here is what you should know before you...

Paragon Laboratories Expands Its Capabilities with Health Canada Certification

In the quality assurance process, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) ensure dietary supplements are consistently produced and controlled in a way to meet the standards of their intended use, encompassing all areas of production such as tests of raw materials, qualification of equipment, and continuous staff training and hygiene. Regulatory agencies...

8 Trends for Innovative Brands in the 2020s

We had an amazing time at the Natural Products Expo East! Between getting to connect with our East Coast customers and showcasing our capabilities to new innovative leaders, we can proudly say we had another successful year at the show. In addition, we also had a chance to expand our...

How to Maintain Good Health as a Vegan

Walking through your local grocery store, you may have noticed a sudden increase of new offerings in the aisles, specifically plant-based options. These new options are not as sudden as you may think as 95% of U.S. grocery stores now sell plant-based meat products thanks to a 600% increase in...

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