6 new supplements for the New Year

InterHealth Nutraceuticals' latest weight management ingredient, Merastin, has been included in a new product from Life Extension. The product is called Anti-Adipocyte Formula with AdipoStat, and it claims to modulate the activity of biomolecular pathways involved in fat cell formation and breakdown. This benefit is due to Merastin's blend of two proprietary plant extracts, Sphaeranthus indicus flower heads and Garcinia mangostana fruit rind.

Consumers interested in adding omega-3s to their foods have a new way of doing so with Nordic Naturals' Omega-3 Fortify. The cod liver oil comes in a new microencapsulated powder form, delivering 500mg per serving. This unique new delivery system offers a food- and water-soluble omega powder with zero hint of fish. Neutral in flavor, it can be used as a soluble drink mix or a topping on virtually any food. The product is packaged in stick packs and sold in 7- or 30-count boxes.

Reserveage Organics, a provider of organic-based Resveratrol health supplements, has launched an advanced immune support product. ViraLaurin Immune provides a daily dose of cell-protecting nutritional shields to protect the body against harmful bacteria and viruses through a powerful blend that features monolauric acid. Monolauric acid is clinically proven to help the body safely fight and protect against viruses. Shown to exhibit antiviral, antimicrobial and antifungal properties, monolauric acid helps reduce the toxicity of some viruses to decrease symptoms and increase the health of the body's cells. ViraLaurin is the only formula to deliver monolauric acid, olive leaf and vitamin D3 infused with proprietary Pro-Longevity Factor Resveratrol, a clinically proven anti-aging compound.

Florida-based livethesource, makers of the first patented fully nano-encapsulated liquid vitamin, mineral and herbal supplement, has launched a new product line. It includes livethesource Daily Multi-Vitamin, Symbiotic Diet, and Vitamin D Booster. The supplements use nanotechnology to reduce compounds' particle size to enhance absorption. The multivitamin is a complete cocktail of essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, zinc, calcium and magnesium. The Symbiotic Diet is a unique formula designed to improve brain function, enhance optimal health, elevate mood, promote self control and reduce cravings. Vitamin D3 Booster provides a daily dose of 2000 IU of Vitamin D in nano-encapsulated form and delivers extracts of nutrient-rich greens and nutrients to enhance heart health.

Acai Roots, a supplier of natural and organic Brazilian acai products, has launched a new ready-to-drink beverage, Acai Juice + Coconut Water. The second flavor in the Acai Roots juice portfolio (following the company's previous Pure Premium Acai flavor), Acai Juice + Coconut Water, is an organic whole food, full of omegas. The brand is shelf-stable and USDA-certified organic. It is available in 32oz and 10oz bottles. Acai Roots offers a full line of acai berry products, including organic acai sorbet, organic juices, smoothies and supplements.

Florida-based Organix-South, America's foremost organic neem manufacturer, has unveiled several new products. Kukui is the newest SKU added to the Naked Organix line of plant-based butters and matching soaps. Kukui nut from Hawaii is a known source of antioxidants and essential fatty acids. A light and deeply penetrating oil, Kukui is excellent for dry, mature, overexposed skin. The company's new TheraVeda Immune Support is a blend of well-known immune compounds, including turmeric (pictured), neem and ginger, added to the important adaptogens ashwagandha, guduchi and holy basil, used in India for thousands of years to protect the body. The company's supercritical extraction process provides a concentrated, fast-acting formula that is cost effective. Lastly, the company's Naked Organix Butter to Go products are now available in 0.25oz tubes.

Florida-based Organix-South, America's foremost organic neem manufacturer, has unveiled several new products. Kukui is the newest SKU added to the Naked Organix line of plant-based butters and matching soaps. Kukui nut from Hawaii is a known source of antioxidants and essential fatty acids. A light and deeply penetrating oil, Kukui is excellent for dry, mature, overexposed skin. The company's new TheraVeda Immune Support is a blend of well-known immune compounds, including turmeric (pictured), neem and ginger, added to the important adaptogens ashwagandha, guduchi and holy basil, used in India for thousands of years to protect the body. The company's supercritical extraction process provides a concentrated, fast-acting formula that is cost effective. Lastly, the company's Naked Organix Butter to Go products are now available in 0.25oz tubes.