Health Stores UK urges caution on employment law changes
Health Stores UK says that sweeping changes to employment law proposed under the Government’s Employment Rights Bill risk disproportionately burdening independent retailers. Whilst supporting the Government’s aim to improve workplace protection and rights, the association is concerned that some of the measures in the Bill could unintentionally threaten the viability of small businesses, many of […]
Study links omega-3 deficiency with increase in aggression
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania suggests that insufficient omega-3 intake in children and adults can lead to higher levels of aggression. The researchers studied 4,000 participants over 28 years and discovered a clear reduction in aggression when subjects were given either omega-3 supplements or ate more fish. Along with other research backing the results […]
Host of top speakers lined up for NOPEX seminar sessions
Natural & Organic Products Expo, which takes place this coming Sunday and Monday (14-15 April) at ExCel, London, has unveiled an impressive speaker line-up for this year’s packed seminar and talks programme. Leading figures from the health and nutrition, organic and sustainable food, natural beauty and eco living sectors will take to the show’s two […]
Bee Health and FSC says Health Stores UK Partnership is ‘perfect match’
We are delighted that Bee Health and FSC have confirmed their ongoing support for Health Stores UK as official Partners. Established in 1992, Bee Health is one of the UK’s leading vitamin, mineral and supplement manufacturers. The company produces 300 million capsules, tablets and Softgels a week at its 80,000 sq. ft. state of the […]
Independents positive about opportunity to grow organic sales
Independent retailers outperformed supermarkets in sales of organic food, wellness and beauty products in 2023. New data contained in the 2024 Soil Association Organic Market report shows that independents delivered an impressive 10% growth in 2023, with organic retail sales in the independent channel totalling £475 million. Across all retail channels organic was up 2% in 2023. […]