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News and views from the shop floor Deepak Bilakhia, Carrington Pharmacy At this moment in time, we are seeing good sales of vitamin D3, across all various strengths. This is unsurprising, given the role that vitamin D plays in contributing to the normal function of the immune system. Our best-seller, and the strength that we most often recommend to our ...

Half of European consumers are currently unsatisfied with their eye health and many are seeking support through nutrition and supplements, finds FMCG Gurus consumer insights. FMCG Gurus consumer insights found that a considerable proportion of consumers indicate that eyesight is something that is having an impact on their day to day and long-term quality of life. In 2022, over half ...

Birmingham Biotech LTD, an innovator in diagnostic tests, protective nasal sprays and mobile medical facilities, has announced that NoriZite™ Nasal Spray, an easy-to-use nasal device designed to block and trap inhaled virus particles, is now available to buy in the UK. NoriZite™ Nasal Spray coats the nasal cavity and creates a strong barrier to physically trap viruses and help remove ...

A new study protocol1 has been published on ClinicalTrials.gov detailing a trial initiated by Gnosis by Lesaffre partner Scotmann Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan, who will execute a large-scale, multi-centred study to examine the impact of the combination of Empagliflozin, an oral anti-diabetic, with vitamins K2 and D3 on various diabetic parameters, including quality-of-life. Scotmann Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan uses Gnosis by Lesaffre’s vitamin K2 MK7 ...

Incontinence experts Ontex have launched their new iD for Men Level 4 pants. Providing extreme comfort and a perfect fit, the all-round stretch, elastified material has a thin and flexible core to ensure that the pants fit like real underwear, perfect for carrying on with day to day activities. The pant has been designed to stay in place, not lose ...

Solaray, the trusted number one for VMS in USA, Norway and Denmark since 1973, has expanded into the growing nutricosmetics market with the launch of its first ‘beauty’ category. Revealed as part of its brand refresh campaign, the beauty category features four key products: Hair Skin & Nail, Vitamin B12 with Folic Acid, Selenium 100, and Timed-Release Biotin, with the ...

A new consumer survey has found an increased awareness of the uses and benefits of vitamin K2. The 2022 Supplement Consumer Survey indicates sales growth of vitamin K2, and identifies younger demographics seeking core benefits and focusing on branding ingredients. Conducted by Dynata in March 2022, and written and analysed by the Industry Transparency Center, the new survey features data ...

Salt of the Earth’s award-winning roll-on deodorant is now available in a new and improved formula. The collection is designed to meet the needs of both men and women and new packs have been created by the British industrial design firm Rodd Design. The brand new design results from consumer feedback and is a more sleek, ergonomic product that is ...

Solaray, the trusted No 1 for VMS in USA, Norway and Denmark since 1973, has launched its refreshed brand with defined categories, 23 new products and a focus on supporting independent health food stores and pharmacies to achieve their business ambitions. The brand’s “Live Brighter” message remains at the heart of the refresh campaign, supported by the new strapline “Solaray, ...

Lifeplan has announced the appointment of three new Board Directors to further strengthen its senior leadership team and to support its ongoing strategic growth plans. Manufacturing & Supply Chain Director Garry Gibbs joined Lifeplan in October 2021 from Bonds of London Confectionery where he was General Manager Manufacturing. Prior to this Garry held progressive manufacturing and supply chain roles with ...