Inside tract
The digestive category is becoming key for health stores, with customers’ increasing willingness to swallow the natural pro-gut message, says Matt Chittock
The UK is...
Under the Christmas tree
From Fairtrade chocolate to skincare botanicals, Claire Lavelle showcases the best festive retail offers this season
Divine Milk Chocolate Advent Calendar
It’s the season to give,...
Blood, sweat and fears
From syncing your schedule with your cycle, to paid leave for loss of pregnancy, Rosie Greenaway discovers what’s trending in women’s health.
Burned out
Kate Miller talks to the experts about the prevalence of urinary tract infections, old wives’ tales which lead to common misconceptions, and the new...
Right on the honey
The market for ‘products from the hive’ is growing steadily as consumers wise up to the amazing health benefits of bee products – and...
Sweet dreams are made of these
Hit your retail sweet spot with the next generation of better-for-you confectionery, suggests Matt Chittock.
Cold comfort
Come in from the cold and heat up in-store for a homely selection of winter treats to warm your customers’ cockles.
As the temperature goes...
A quest for equity
Women have suffered years of neglect by the healthcare system with symptoms dismissed, inconsistent treatment and a lack of research.
Hard to stomach
The digestive health sector can be an entrée to increased sales if you get the offer right and understand what’s troubling the tummies of...
Keeping a clear head
The market for low- and no-alcohol drinks is booming thanks to a clear-headed millennial market of discerning soberistas, Claire Lavelle reports.
On the first day of Christmas…
Christmas may seem like a snowflake on the horizon, but if you want to spread some seasonal joy and rake in those festive pounds you’d...
The protein revolution
Protein, protein everywhere – in powders, balls, bars, cereals, shakes and even popcorn. Jane Wolfe takes a look at what’s behind the boom in...
Rising to the challenge
The Great British Bake-Off achieved a peak audience of 14.5 million this year, indicating that home baking fever isn’t cooling.
Or rather it may be,...
The spoils of healthy oils
A new generation of innovative brands are invigorating a category that mixes foodie flair with health credentials. Matt Chittock reports
Retailers of a certain age...
Protein goes green
From the humble pea to the mighty sunflower, plant-based sources of protein are gaining ground. Jo Caird examines the market and reports on a...
The rise of clean and conscious beauty
The Natural Beauty & Spa Show is back at ExCeL London. Do you have the date in your diary? Okay, great. Now let us inspire you with what to expect …
Best bar none
With small chocolate producers choosing to trade directly, Jane Wolfe takes a look at the rise in artisan bean to bar chocolatiers who are putting cocoa farmers’ welfare before profit
50 years of loving organic
Organic September springs back onto the scene, bringing a multifaceted approach to ‘raise awareness, drive reappraisal and inspire action’.
Opportunity of a lunchtime
Twelve o’clock to two o’clock – two hours in the day that could transform your business. Are you embracing the opportunity of a lunchtime?...