Vitamins, Diet and Sports Nutrition

Unilever is acquiring Los Angeles-based SmartyPants Vitamins for an undisclosed sum, growing its footprint in functional nutrition.

Biochem’s new chocolate peppermint flavor is free of sugar and made with non-GMO ingredients, the company said.

Le-Vel’s Thrive Plus line is available in two formulas — with or without natural caffeine from green tea, the company said.

Vital Proteins announced that actress Jennifer Aniston, its new chief creative officer, will be starring in a campaign that showcases how she uses its products on a daily basis.

New additions to Natrol’s immunity line features such ingredients as elderberry, EpiCor, and vitamins D3 and C, the company said.

Gaia Herbs’ three new launches — Mighty Lungs, Sinus Comfort and Black Seed Oil — look to help users maintain healthy sinus and lung function, the company said.

Alani Nu energy drinks in Watermelon Wave, Hawaiian Shaved Ice, Tropsicle, Cosmic Stardust, Mimosa and Arctic White flavors are now available at Target.

Alani Nu products, including an exclusive Lemon Meringue Whey Protein and Galaxy Lemonade Pre-Workout, will be available at more than 720 The Vitamin Shoppe locations.