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In the Environmental Working Group's 2010 Sunscreen Guide, the group called out vitamin A as a possible carcinogen. Is the accusation true?

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Humane certified may be the next "local" considering the certification's recent attention in the media. As public attention builds, expect customers to be looking for humane-certified meats in your store.  

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A new study explores personal care purchasing factors. Find out what will make consumers buy organic and natural PC.

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A recent survey shows sharp declines in conventional in-store bakery sales. Although natural product ISB departments also showed declines, the category is holding steady and is well poised.

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As a retailer, it’s critical you get on Foursquare, the new social media application taking the country by storm. Use it to track your customers, reward loyalists and target your marketing efforts.

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Natural Foods Merchandiser and Nutrition Business Journal have teamed up and done a very insightful survey in to the current state of affairs at natural products retailers around the country.

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The value of "organic" or "non-GMO" is not necessarily based on the label's true meaning. Here are two cases in point.

 

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University of Michigan psychologists have found that consumers deem foods labeled as “organic” as being healthier. This begs the question: will we see an organic obesity epidemic?

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Bob Scowcroft, executive director of the OFRF, shares his thoughts on the state of the organic industry and what's holding back sustainable agriculture.

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Nearly 144 million Americans plan on celebrating the Fourth of July the old fashioned way: by hosting a barbecue, watching fireworks and attending community celebrations. Is your store prepared?

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The fight of the century could be coming soon to your store aisles. Who are you rooting for in this match?

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The old saw is that “the best defense is a strong offense.” I couldn’t help but apply that concept today when reading about K-Mart’s plan to add delivery service to Chicago.

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Countries such as Morocco, Taiwan, Egypt and Tunisia came prepared to impress with lines that not only boast big flavor but also natural and organic ingredients.

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The Fancy Foods Show in New York City this week is highlighting new products and trends in the gourmet world - showing a surprising influence from the natural products industry.

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This week, web strategists, economic developers, business leaders, doctors and at least one Shaman converge on the St. Julien Hotel & Spa in Boulder, Colorado, to chat LOHAS—that is, Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability.

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