Health & Nutrition

Bringing the natural and organic products industry the latest health and nutrition news from around the UK and Ireland.

New brand puts down roots for life

Brand-new to market, nutritional supplements company Lyfe Roots has launched with a five-strong offer of vegan-friendly, plant-based VMS.

Herb UK announces acquisition of Bio-Health Ltd

In what is described as a ‘family affair’, New Forest-based Herb UK has completed the purchase of natural supplements company Bio-Health Ltd.

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.

Raise & Replenish creates winning blends

Raise & Replenish has launched with five plant-based latte blends designed to boost body and mind, and scooping two prizes at NOPEX.

Health & Her offers menopause support with new food supplement duo...

To coincide with World Menopause Month, Health & Her has launched what it says is a first-of-its-kind supplement range and new menopause app.

Leading health brand The Turmeric Co expands range of immunity-supporting drinks...

The fresh and functional turmeric-based drinks company, The Turmeric Co., has announced a nationwide deal with health food shop Holland & Barrett, which includes...

New plastic-free vegan VMS brand launches

Claiming to be the first VMS brand to be packaged in pouches made from fully compostable materials, Vegan Life has launched in the UK.

Bio-Synergy introduces UK’s first protein shake vending machine

Sports nutrition, supplements and wellbeing brand Bio-Synergy has launched what it says is the UK’s first-to-market protein vending machine.

Take heart with Wiley’s Finest

Wiley’s Finest new Bold Heart has been created to meet consumers’ daily sterol needs with a vegan formula clinically tested to lower cholesterol.

Tree of Life and The Health Store enter administration

Via statements on their websites it has been confirmed that Tree of Life and The Health Store have entered administration.

HealthyDoesFestive launches in time for Christmas countdown

For the first time since Health Stores UK’s acquisition of HealthyDoesIt, a new promotional campaign has launched.

Vegan Vitality introduces Omega-3 Algae Oil

New from Vegan Vitality comes Omega 3 Algae Oil, designed to offer a healthier and more environmentally friendly alternative to fish oil.

News in brief

EHL Ingredients has launched a range of spring seasonings and blends under its Lähde brand, including Chermoula, Moqueca and Harissa.  

Wiley’s Finest reaches the summit

Wiley’s Finest has created what it says is the first high concentration DHA omega-3 liquid from wild Alaskan pollock fish oil, Summit DHA.

Nelsons’ new website goes live

Nelsons has launched a revamped website (www.nelsons.net) designed to provide a modern look and feel, improved functionality and rich content.

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.

Viridian Nutrition highlights importance of health food stores in preventative care

Health food stores receive recognition for their role in preventive care at the UK Annual Social Prescribing Link Worker Day Conference.

Bee Health hailed as inspirational

East Yorkshire VMS manufacturer Bee Health Ltd has topped off a period of growth by being named in the 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2017 report.

FSA publishes public list of ‘credible’ CBD products

In a move towards regulating the sector, the FSA has published a list of CBD products which are a step closer to authorization.

Viridian Daventry Triathlon makes welcome return

This month saw the return of the Viridian Daventry Triathlon, sponsored by Viridian Nutrition and indie retailer Sheaf Street Health Store.