Features

The latest features from the pages of Natural Products News – the leading trade magazine for the natural and organic products industry.

Back to the future

The natural health industry is taking a joint approach to bone health, blending proven treatments and new approaches, writes Matt Chittock

Food of the gods

Regularly consuming a little of what you love could have long-term health benefits – even where chocolate is concerned, discovers Rosie Greenaway In a growing...

The big yawn

Increased daylight hours, caffeine, alcohol and ‘screen time’ are contributing to the nation’s struggle for a decent night’s rest. But which city sleeps the...

A quest for equity

Women have suffered years of neglect by the healthcare system with symptoms dismissed, inconsistent treatment and a lack of research.

Home comforts

Whether replicating the coffee shop experience at home, or hooking up on Zoom for a cuppa, hot drinks this year are all about home comforts.

Start the day sustainably

As the milk float makes its return to the nation’s streets at dawn, Rosie Greenaway looks at what else is new on Britain’s breakfast menu

Putting the stress on stress

With around 65% of adults reported to experience stress or anxiety, Jane Wolfe seeks out some naturally calming influences The Health & Safety Executive’s definition...

The power of sour

While not yet mainstream, and certainly not new, fermented foods were heralded as one of the big trends of 2018 and continue to work...

Making a stand for children’s health

A perfect storm of health challenges means indies have a bigger role than ever to play in protecting kids' health prospects writes Jim Manson 

Viva veggie!

As the plant food movement is gathering pace, the vegetarian and vegan food categories have been given a whole new lease of life There seems...

Vote veggie!

As the Vegetarian Society launches its Kinder Food Policy, we find out why more consumers than ever are voting veggie at the checkout. With National...

Keeping a clear head

The market for low- and no-alcohol drinks is booming thanks to a clear-headed millennial market of discerning soberistas, Claire Lavelle reports.

Grab the trends, get the sales

Are you aware of joint health trends? Are you creating relevant news hooks and effectively link-selling? Esther Mills-Roberts looks at global data, then brings...

Life in plastic: not fantastic

As the world finally wakes up to the disastrous effects of plastic on our environment, Rosie Greenaway examines the measures being taken to limit future impact and reverse the damage, speaking to the retailers who are saying no to packaging. These zero waste pioneers are highlighting the political sway of consumer purchasing power, challenging the industry to lead from the front line and radically re-think its attitude towards plastic

Wellbeing meets wanderlust

Rosie Greenaway packs her bags and heads off in search of new scenery with natural products in tow to maintain wellbeing on the road.

Feel free

Kate Miller dives into the free-from sector and discovers the traditional Russian ingredients and improved nutritional profile changing the UK’s free-from scene The free-from sector is...

Breaking the age barrier

Diane Millis discovers how the senior health category now needs to cater to various life stages, attitudes and expectations Age is no longer a barrier....

Chocs away

Jim Manson identifies latest trends in the competitive natural and organic chocolate sector. Enter the words 'chocolate' and 'health' into the search field of any...

Going beyond green

As insiders shift their focus from green beauty to blue beauty, Rosie Greenaway takes a dive into this mysterious sub-section of beauty.

Breaking bad

Bone and joint health issues are a worry for many modern consumers – so it’s great news that the natural health industry has cooked...