Lively Shop Talk session highlights opportunity to ‘empower men to prioritise their health’

A lively and well attended Shop Talk session has shone a light on the important issue of men’s health. The session was introduced by Shop Talk regulars Vicky Perks (Beanfreaks) and Joanne Hill (Amaranth), who set the scene before handing over to guest presenter Orley Moyal, Education & Training Manager at Terranova. Vicky said that […]
Tell us why YOU are a passionate member of Health Stores UK

This month we are launching a new series of videos aimed at encouraging more retailers to join Health Stores UK. With more members we can increase our impact in the industry and among policymakers. Additional income means that we can do even more to provide a strong, collective voice for independent natural products retailers. The […]
EU and UK elections could spark fresh debate on supplements regulation

Upcoming elections in Europe and the UK could spark fresh debate and policy activity around regulation of food supplements and herbal products, the director general of the HFMA has suggested in an interview with Natural Newdesk. Martin Last says that many of issues that had previously preoccupied the supplements industry in the UK and across Europe […]
Top tips on maximising the men’s health category

Are you looking to build on your knowledge about advising on men’s health issues? Would you value some top tips on how to maximise the men’s health category? If these are questions you’ve ever found yourself asking, you’ll want to tune in to the next in our series of our online Shop Talk discussions. Presented […]
Live from Daventry! Mastermind Forum offers retailers top tips on running in-store events

In-store events can be a great to way engage with customers, boost sales and establish your store as community education hub. Good planning, smart marketing and a compelling theme will all help make your event a success on the day. Last month’s Health Stores UK Mastermind Forum offered great tips and advice from Cheryl Thallon, […]
Target Publishing donates £2,200 to Health Stores UK

We were delighted earlier this month to receive a generous donation of £2,200 from Target Publishing to support our work championing the cause of independent health food retailing. The donation follows another successful edition of the NHT Summit in Manchester last month. The event returns in the Autumn for a second year in Bristol (29 […]
What do you think about Mary Portas’s view of health stores?

The retail expert and former government adviser on the future of the high street, Mary Portas, was the headline speaker at last week’s Natural & Organic Products Expo show in London, where she gave a wide ranging interview with natural beauty champion and broadcaster, Janey Lee Grace. She was specicially asked for her opinion on […]
Bira Launches ‘High Street Matters’ Podcast for Independent Retailers

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira), of which Health Stores UK is a member, is giving independent businesses across the UK a powerful new resource with the launch of its “High Street Matters” podcast. Hosted by journalist Steve Dyson, the podcast series will explore the crucial issues, consumer trends, legislation and operational strategies impacting independent […]
Watch the video highlights of two action-packed days at NOPEX

We had a fantastic two days at Natural & Organic Products Expo earlier this week, chatting with members and retail colleagues, signing up new members and letting the industry know about our exciting projects and plans for 2024. We were also very happy to be showcasing a selection of products from our valued Partner brands. […]
Viridian founder ‘honoured’ to receive Lifetime Achievement Award

Viridian Nutrition founder and Health Stores UK Committee member, Cheryl Thallon, has been honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Cheryl was presented with a plaque at the Natural & Organics Innovation Award 2024 ceremony, part of this week’s NOPEX event, in recognition of her commitment and dedication to the natural and organic industry which spans over […]