Ministers reject ‘menopause leave’ trial
A proposal by MPs to introduce ‘menopause leave’ pilots in England has been rejected by ministers on the grounds of ‘counterproductivity’.
Bam Organic adds to shake range, revamps packs
Bam Organic has added two new shakes to its all-natural Active high protein range and has undertaken a major pack redesign.
Iron levels in young women ‘not particularly encouraging’
At the latest APPG meeting the issue of iron levels in young women was explored; over 50% of teenage girls and 25% of adult women have low iron in-takes.
ASA ruling signals ‘important day for liposomal vitamin C’
The ASA ruled a webpage advertising YourZooki Liposomal Vitamin C was ‘misleading’ after it was challenged by Abundance & Health.
H&B puts down roots opposite Harrods
Holland & Barrett has unveiled a new store in London’s Knightsbridge, opposite the prestigious Harrods department store.
Wiley’s teams with Marine Stewardship Council for Sustainable Seafood Week
Wiley’s Finest UK is collaborating with the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) to promote Sustainable Seafood Week (20-27 September).
Mandatory NHS women’s health training from 2024
From 2024 NHS doctors in England will be given mandatory training in female medical issues in a bid to improve women’s health services.
Viridian helps rebuild town centres
Viridian is rebuilding town centres via a new resource which helps ‘crises-torn communities’ recover after COVID and Brexit.
Renée Elliott, Founder of Planet Organic, confirmed to speak at Natural...
Renée Elliott, Founder of Planet Organic and Co-Founder of Women Tree, will be gracing the stage as a Keynote speaker at the upcoming Natural...
OptiBac introduces new arrival: For Pregnancy
OptiBac Probiotics has created its new friendly bacteria supplement For Pregnancy to help mothers give their babies ‘a strong and healthy microbiome’.
Pharma Nord announced as vitamin D supplier for major clinical trial
Pharma Nord's Bio-Vitamin D3 has been chosen for a major trial studying the effects of vitamin D supplementation in protecting against COVID.
Cytoplan teams with Birmingham charity for doggy wellbeing initiative
Worcestershire-based supplement brand Cytoplan has partnered with Birmingham Dogs Home to create a Waggy Wellbeing Programme.
Starpowa claims manuka honey first
Starpowa has created Ouka Manuka Honey (525MGO monofloral) Gummies in what it says is a world first in the supplement industry.
Bio-Kult hits migraines on the head
Bio-Kult has announced the launch of Bio-Kult Migréa - a scientifically developed, multi-action probiotic formulation to target both the digestive tract and the head.
News in brief
EHL Ingredients has launched a range of spring seasonings and blends under its Lähde brand, including Chermoula, Moqueca and Harissa.
Canadian CBD subscription service launches in UK
Blessed CBD, a subsidiary of Canadian cannabis company High Tide Inc, has launched a subscribe-and-save programme in the UK.
DIRTEA features in Selfridges ‘earth-conscious’ pop-up
DIRTEA has launched at Selfridges as part of SUPERMARKET – a four-week experiment which ‘imagines an earth-conscious shop of the future’.
Au Naturel UK announces change of business model to drive growth
Au Naturel UK has moved from direct sales to a distributor-based model as part of a new business strategy.
ASA tells kefir brand not to use ‘long life’ description
The Advertising Standards Authority ruled this week that use of the phrase ‘long life’ in a promotional poster for a kefir drink breached advertising rules.
HFMA’s ‘Graham Keen era’ comes to an end
The Health Food Manufacturers’ Association has confirmed that Graham Keen will stand down as executive director in June.