Articles by Shari Barbanel
Endur of Endurance Products Company Announces Rebrand
Oregon-based Endur has announce the launch of its exciting new brand identity. This rebrand comes as part of the family-owned company’s ongoing commitment to delivering scientifically-backed, premium-quality supplements that support the performance and well-being of high-performers and active individuals. The updated look reflects Endur’s sharp and scientifically driven approach to health and wellness, according to ...
Natural Products Industry Responds to Trump Tariffs
On April 2, President Donald Trump declared that “foreign trade and economic practices have created a national emergency.” His executive order imposes responsive tariffs to “strengthen the international economic position of the United States and protect American workers.” Under the order, Trump imposed a 10 percent tariff on all countries effective April 5. There will ...
DOJ Asks Court to Dismiss Lawsuit Against Xlear
On March 10, the Department of Justice (DOJ) asked the United States District Court of Utah to dismiss the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s lawsuit against Xlear (American Fork, UT) and its CEO Nathan Jones. In October 2021, FTC filed a lawsuit against Xlear and Jones alleging the company’s statements that its nasal spray could serve ...
Cold Plunges Actually Change Your Cells, Study Says
Ever wondered what happens to your body when you take those trendy ice baths? Scientists at the University of Ottawa (uOttawa, Canada) just found out, and it’s pretty fascinating. A new study conducted at the Human and Environmental Physiology Research lab (HEPRU) at the University of Ottawa has unveiled significant findings on the effects of ...
Exercise of Any Kind Boosts Brainpower At Any Age
Whether it’s an early morning jog, or a touch of Tai Chi, groundbreaking research from the University of South Australia (UniSA) shows that any form of exercise can significantly boost brain function and memory across children, adults and older adults. In the largest, most comprehensive umbrella review to date, researchers found that regular exercise improves ...
Scientists Call For Targeted Fiber Diets to Boost Health
Australian food scientists have reclassified dietary fibers—beyond just soluble and insoluble—to better guide nutritional decisions and drive targeted health food products. Dietary fibers in fruit, vegetables, beans and whole grains are some of the most important food components for human health. They help digestion, weight management, blood sugar control, heart health, cancer prevention and more. ...
Does Exercise Really Extend Life? Finnish Twin Study Offers New Insights
Physical activity is seen as a way to extend the human lifespan, but Finnish twin studies found the benefits of physical activity for longevity may not be as straightforward as has been previously thought. Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, investigated the links between long-term leisure-time physical activity and mortality, as well as whether ...
ACA Offers Public Health Continuing Education Webinar Series
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has announced the availability of a new webinar series from the American Public Health Association (APHA) Chiropractic Health Care Section through its online learning platform, Learn ACA. The 12-hour continuing education series was created by a multidisciplinary group of health care professionals including educators, researchers and clinicians in the fields ...
Positively Natural Network, VRM Media To Partner on 2025 Naturally Independent Expo
Positively Natural Network (PNN), the not-for-profit trade organization for independent health and natural products retailers, has announced a new partnership agreement with VRM Media/Vitamin Retailer magazine whereby VRM will serve as the exclusive sales and marketing partner for PNN’s annual Naturally Independent Expo. The Naturally Independent Expo is a trade show, educational and networking event ...
Bastyr to Offer Hybrid Master of Science in Acupuncture With Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization
Bastyr University has announced its new Hybrid Master of Science in Acupuncture with Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (MAcCHM) program at its San Diego, CA and Seattle, WA campuses. Enrollment is now open and classes begin April 8, 2025. The MAcCHM is an accredited, three-year program with 1,092 hours of clinical training hours and rotations for ...
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