HEALTH

PregPrep launches line of supplements to support conception
NEW YORK — PregPrep in May announced the launch of its doctor-formulated products to support conception across the retail pharmacy channel, including Walgreens and Rite Aid.

“We’re thrilled to be on the shelves of Walgreens and Rite Aid,” stated Marjorie Jaffe Goldner, PregPrep CEO. “PregPrep’s mission is to help women and men be proactive and kick start their conception, and these drug retailers are helping us reach our goals of being accessible to the masses.”
Tampax to donate 1M tampons in 30 days
CINCINNATI — Procter & Gamble’s Tampax brand is kicking off a major philanthropic initiative on May 28, which is Menstrual Hygiene Day, the company announced Friday. Within 30 days of May 28, the company will work with 20 social influencers to donate 1 million tampons to charities across the United States.

Walgreens’ final 2016-17 Flu Index highlights top markets

DEERFIELD, Ill. — With flu season winding down, Walgreens on Friday released its final Flu Index of the 2016-17 season, noting which markets saw the most activity based on aggregate prescription data between October 2016 and April.
CVS CEO: Retailer will look at M&A opportunities that expand its suite of services

NEW YORK — CVS Health has a “very strong balance sheet” and will “look into opportunities” in the merger and acquisition space that can help the retailer become even more helpful to its clients, president and CEO Larry Merlo said Wednesday during the UBS Healthcare Conference at the Grand Hyatt here.
Viita encourages New Yorkers to #StayDry

NEW YORK — Viita hit Times Square this week in the rain to help pedestrians #StayDry. The company, which makes high-tech, absorbent lingerie that seeks to provide protection from bladder leakage, handed out as many as 1000 umbrellas with the hashtag #StayDry, alongside coupons for the product.
Latest probiotic from i-Health addresses immunity health and energy

CROMWELL, Conn. — i-Health earlier this week launched its Culturelle Pro-well Immune + Energy, with ingredients that work naturally with the body to sustain optimum levels of energy and support immune health, without caffeine.
Mediterra adds two savory flavors to its lineup

NEW YORK — Responding to consumer requests for low sugar snacks, Mediterra, a company that features all-natural nutrition bars inspired by the Mediterranean Diet, earlier this month added two new savory flavors to its lineup, including Kale, Apple, Quinoa & Almonds and Kale, Pomegranate, Quinoa & Almonds.
EAS relaunches AdvantEdge Carb Control line

COLUMBUS, Ohio — For active individuals who are carb-conscious and looking to get lean and toned, EAS has relaunched AdvantEdge Carb Control shakes. The dairy-free shakes have 17 grams of a protein, 100 calories, zero sugar and are a great option for managing hunger – without extra carbohydrates.

The shakes are sold in 4-packs in four flavors, including chocolate fudge, French vanilla, rich dark chocolate and strawberry cream.
Not just for athletes: Healthier lifestyles attracting mass consumers to sports nutrition

Sports nutrition recovery mixes, protein bars and pre-workout shakes are becoming popular among a consumer well beyond core vein-popping gym rats. As more Americans wrestle with the cost of their health care, they continue to gravitate toward better lifestyle choices. This means these niche products that were at one time only purchased by body builders and serious athletes have become appealing to the mainstream consumer.
HRG president to participate in Women in Business panel

WAUKESHA, Wis. — Dawn Vogelsang, Hamacher Resource Group president and majority owner, will be part of the Women in Business main stage event at the BizExpo in downtown Milwaukee on May 24. The Women in Business panel will take place at the Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, and Vogelsang will join three fellow women business owners to speak on the topics of competition, culture, leadership and personal motivation.