HEALTH

SmartyPants Vitamins broadens portfolio with new organic gummy vitamins
SmartyPants Vitamins has announced the launch of its new SmartyPants Organics line, delivering organic gummy vitamins with probiotics and omega-3's in formulas for the whole family.
GMDC study examines how retailers can compete with online rivals
Brick-and-mortar retailers that focus on supporting consumers’ health and wellness goals by providing in-store expert advice and authentic shopping experiences are ideally positioned to compete against the threat of online rivals, according to new research by industry trade association Global Market Development Center.

Clif Bar gears up for summer with new product launches

Clif Bar is expanding it portfolio with the launch of three new products just in time for summer adventure season.
Quest intros tortilla-style protein chips

Quest Nutrition's new chips contain approximately 75% lower net carbs than conventional chips and comes in nacho cheese or ranch flavors, the company said.
HoMedics, National Sleep Foundation ink partnership

HoMedics, a maker of sound-therapy products, announced on Tuesday that it is the new, official sleep-conditioning partner of the National Sleep Foundation.
Reese Pharmaceutical enhances Pinworm website

Reese Pharmaceutical has revamped its website to improve navigation and highlight the launch of its new Itch Relief Wipes.
CRN unveils agenda for ‘The Workshop’

The Council for Responsible Nutrition, the trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, has announced the agenda for its upcoming The Workshop: CRN’s Day of Science.
Survey: Consumers are frustrated with brand marketers

Despite marketers’ increased focus on targeting shoppers with personalized messaging, consumers are becoming increasingly frustrated by the mounds of irrelevant mass communications they are still receiving from brands, according to the findings of a recent survey.
FDA warns companies to stop selling highly concentrated caffeine products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday that it has issued warning letters to the parties responsible for liquidcaffeine.com and Dual Health Body and Mind for illegally selling certain highly concentrated caffeine products. The FDA considers these products to be a threat to public health.
Rite Aid unveils in-store safe medication disposal program

Rite Aid announced on Friday that it plans to install 100 medication disposal units in select pharmacies over the next year, the latest measure being taken by the retailer as part of its multi-pronged strategy to address drug abuse and misuse in the country.