New broccoli variety reduces LDL cholesterol
The results of human trials have found that a new variety of broccoli, Beneforté, can lower low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood,...
Spa Technologies harnesses the ocean for high-end skincare range
A new range of skincare has been launched by Spa Technologies UK, blending natural active ingredients with a 70% seaweed base that aim to...
Living Nature mascara now fragrance-free
Living Nature has introduced its new and improved Thickening Mascara which is now completely free from natural fragrance, making it suitable for anyone with...
Low vitamin D levels associated with depression
People who have higher vitamin D levels have a lower risk of depression, according to a recent study.
The research, published in the British Journal...
Folic acid increases effectiveness of blood pressure meds
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has concluded that folic acid taken with the blood pressure medication enalapril...
Research confirms coconut oil as a healthier fat
New research from The University of Hull has confirmed that saturated fats in virgin coconut oil appear to be significantly healthier than those found...
Pukka thanks independent retailers – industry’s “thought leaders”
Pukka Herbs hosted a day for its top performing independent retail customers on 15 May in Bristol.
Held at the historic SS Great Britain, the...
Poisons in our parks? – no thanks, says PAN UK
Pesticide campaign group PAN UK is launching an initiative aimed at ridding public parks in Britain of toxic herbicides and pesticides – starting with...
Omega-3 and B vitamins offer Alzheimer’s hope
A new study into Alzheimer's disease has found that omega-3 fats and B vitamins can slow brain shrinkage by up to 73% in those...
ASA pulls up Juice Garden’s beetroot blood claims
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has ruled that the botanical juice bar Juice Garden breached the CAP code following a complaint challenging the statements...
Love Energy Saving launches energy efficiency awards
Energy price comparison specialist Love Energy Savings is on a mission to discover the most energy-savvy businesses in the UK with its Love Energy...
Weleda celebrates 30 years of happy bottoms!
Weleda’s Calendula Nappy Change Cream is celebrating 30 years on the market this summer.
Starring in Weleda’s Top ten best seller list since 2000, and...
Uni student preps online natural skincare store
22-year-old Birmingham University student Marija Sakalauskaite has received funding from the European Regional Development Fund to start a natural skincare company, Skin You Love.
Sakalauskaite...
A little bite of beauty
Rebecca Goodyear Health & Beauty has launched Biteable Beautique, an online shop specializing in natural and organic beauty products.
The site also includes a weekly...
Keep skin sun safe with Green Energy Organics
Green Energy Organics has formulated a range of natural sun care and sunscreen products that employs a triple performance system for skin protection.
The formula...
Organic Monitor: Green brands should expand beyond specialist retail
Ahead of its Sustainable Foods Summit and Sustainable Cosmetics Summit, Organic Monitor research has found the most successful green brands to be those who...
Dr Kartar Lalvani wins Maurice Hanssen Award of Honour
The Health Food Manufacturers’ Association (HFMA) has named Dr Kartar Lalvani OBE as the winner of this year’s Maurice Hanssen Award of Honour.
The HFMA said...
Mini nom nom’s spice up kids’ ready-meals
New children’s food brand Mini nom nom’s recently introduced a five-strong range of world cuisine ready meals for kids.
Having already won Best New Brand...
Natural products insiders give their take on H&B More
Natural Products News has been asking natural and organic industry insiders for their first thoughts on the launch of Holland & Barrett’s new ‘More’...
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Of The Earth Superfoods has won its very first award after its Freeze Dried Acerolla Cherry power was voted Best Health Care product in...