HEALTH

Natural, transparency demands hit feminine care categories
As with so many other categories, the feminine and menstrual care segments find themselves in a situation where more consumer demand for better products is spurring a dramatic increase in research and development.
Colorado becomes 16th state to restrict DXM sales
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper's signing of HB 1307, which prohibits the sale of OTC products with dextromethorphan to minors, has earned praise from the Consumer Health Products Association.

CRN adds 11 new member companies

The Washington, D.C.-based organization announced this week that it had added 11 companies, including six voting members and five associate members.
Coca-Cola acquires minority stake in BodyArmor

Coca-Cola entered into a definitive agreement with BodyArmor, which Kobe Bryant is the No. 3 shareholder of, that allows it to acquire a minority stake in the company.
Perrigo, Merck partner on Nasonex OTC Switch

Alongside it shedding its pharmaceutical business, Perrigo said it had entered an exclusive agreement with a subsidiary of Kenilworth, N.J.-based Merck to develop an over-the-counter formulation of Merck’s Nasonex nasal spray
Warrior Dash names Garden of Life its official nutritional bar partner

Garden of Life announced that it will be providing all four of its new GōL Bars to every participant at Warrior Dash, to help them refuel and energize.
Taxes, tampons, and feminine hygiene marketing

Alphonso’s TS Kelly examines the state of advertising among feminine care vendors amid an uptick in attention being paid to the category.
Perrigo to separate its prescription drug unit

Perrigo’s plan to shed its prescription drug business is part of its plan to grow its consumer health business, the company said.
Trojan reintroduces Trojan Man campaign

The Ewing, N.J.-based company announced that it would be reintroducing the Trojan Man to help make intimate conversations around sex less complicated than before.
Kroger, Inclusion announce Wellness Your Way Festival

Taking place Oct. 4 to 7 at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, the festival, which was co-founded by singer-songwriter Jewel, will feature performances, educational sessions and inspirational speeches.