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WholeFoods Magazine Staff

The editorial team at WholeFoods Magazine has decades of experiences reporting on natural products and dietary supplement industry news, trends, and more. This national business-to-business magazine has been published continuously for more than 40 years (the magazine was founded in 1977, and has been owned by Wainer Finest Communications since 1984). It is the longest-tenured media outlet of its kind in the natural products industry. The editorial focus at WholeFoods Magazine is, and always has been, on informing and educating members of the natural products industry.

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Research Updates: Pet Longevity, Metabolic Health, Stress Relief & More

Get science overviews from companies in the natural products industry, including ADM, Aker BioMarine, Balchem, Natures Crops International, and more.
June 11, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Natural products industry companies share overviews on the latest research on their dietary supplement branded ingredients and formulations to support overall health and well-being.


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Study Finds KSM-66 Ashwagandha Safe and Well Tolerated at 2,000-mg Daily Over 12 Weeks

A newly published clinical study found that 2,000 mg per day of KSM-66 Ashwagandha—more than three times the commonly studied 600 mg dose—was well tolerated, with no clinically significant changes observed in liver, kidney, or thyroid function markers.
June 9, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

A new clinical trial published in Frontiers in Nutrition reports that 2,000 mg daily of KSM-66 Ashwagandha was well tolerated over 12 weeks, with no clinically significant changes in liver, kidney, or thyroid function markers.



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Research Updates: Microbiome Health, Active Nutrition, Nutri-Beauty & More

Get science overviews from companies in the natural products industry, including Saanroo, Sabinsa, Maypro, Arm & Hammer and more.
June 8, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Natural products industry companies share overviews on the latest research on their dietary supplement branded ingredients and formulations to support overall health and well-being.


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Vitafoods Europe 2026: The Trends Defining the Future of Nutraceuticals

Vitafoods Europe showcased a nutraceutical industry increasingly focused on precision health, women's wellness, gut health, GLP-1 companion solutions, longevity, and clinically validated ingredients. From microbiome innovation to targeted botanical science, the event highlighted how evidence-backed nutrition is shaping the next generation of product development.
June 5, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Vitafoods Europe hosted a record-breaking number of attendees, coming together to identify the emerging trends and advancements of the nutraceutical industry.


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What's Selling: June/July 2026

What natural and organic products are driving sales from coast to coast? Find out!
June 1, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Take a look at the dietary supplements, organic foods, and clean beauty products driving natural products sales from coast to coast!


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Lavender Essential Oils on Amazon: Testing Reveals Authenticity and Adulteration Concerns

Analytical testing of 28 lavender essential oil products purchased on Amazon found that only three met ISO criteria for authentic Lavandula angustifolia oil, according to NOW Foods.
May 30, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

NOW Foods evaluated 28 lavender essential oil products purchased on Amazon using GC-MS/FID testing and reported that only three met ISO standards for authentic Lavandula angustifolia oil without evidence of adulteration.


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Expo West 2026 Trend Report: Innovation, Transparency & Functional Wellness

From protein-packed innovation and GLP-1 support to regenerative agriculture, gut health, and clean-label transparency, Natural Products Expo West 2026 showcased the trends shaping the future of natural products, supplements, and better-for-you foods.
May 26, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Explore 11 of the biggest trends from Natural Products Expo West 2026, including protein innovation, gut health, GLP-1 support, regenerative products, clean-label foods, and science-backed wellness, plus that ingredient supplier and brands that deliver on the trends.


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New Products: Vitafoods Europe 2026 Edition

Check out the branded ingredient launches featured at Vitafoods Europe 2026!
May 23, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

See what exciting innovations were showcased at Vitafoods Europe 2026!


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NPA Fly-In Day Brings Supplement Industry Priorities to Capitol Hill

Industry advocates urged lawmakers to support science-based supplement oversight, reinforce FDA’s primary regulatory role, and reduce barriers to innovation and consumer access.
May 19, 2026
Heather Wainer and WholeFoods Magazine Staff

NPA members brought key supplement policy priorities directly to lawmakers, including concerns over state-level restrictions and mandatory product listing proposals.


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FDA Leadership: Marty Makary Resigns, Kyle Diamantas Takes Acting Role

Amid the changes, AHPA said industry will continue to collaborate with the team at FDA to advance a regulatory environment that supports innovation and consumer safety.
May 15, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

FDA leadership is shifting again as Dr. Marty Makary exits the agency and Kyle Diamantas steps into the acting commissioner role.


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