Fitness & Nutrition

GlobalData Report Highlights Staggering Economic Costs for Alabama of $7.2 Billion Due to Obesity

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GlobalData’s report, ‘ Obesity’s Impact on Alabama's Economy and Labor Force ,’ analyzes the economic and workforce implications of obesity in the State of Alabama, as well as the impact on state tax revenue collections and costs.

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  • GlobalData’s report, ‘ Obesity’s Impact on Alabama's Economy and Labor Force ,’ analyzes the economic and workforce implications of obesity in the State of Alabama, as well as the impact on state tax revenue collections and costs.
  • Obesity is a serious, progressive disease and is associated with a range of other diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and musculoskeletal disorders.
  • In Alabama, approximately one-third of adults are classified as having obesity (38.3%), and another third have overweight (33.7%) in 2022.
  • Employers in Alabama paid an extra $822 million in higher medical expenditures for health complications attributed to obesity and overweight.

Aramark Chefs Awarded Distinguished ProChef® Certification From the Culinary Institute of America

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Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), the largest U.S.-based food service provider, is pleased to announce 17 chefs from its Collegiate Hospitality group have graduated from the prestigious ProChef® certification program at The Culinary Institute of America (CIA).

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  • Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), the largest U.S.-based food service provider, is pleased to announce 17 chefs from its Collegiate Hospitality group have graduated from the prestigious ProChef® certification program at The Culinary Institute of America (CIA).
  • The graduating chefs drive Aramark’s culinary programs and create the menus served at colleges and universities across the United States.
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    Aramark announced 17 chefs from its Collegiate Hospitality group have graduated from the prestigious ProChef® certification program at The Culinary Institute of America (CIA).
  • Nearly 300 Aramark chefs have received ProChef certification since Aramark first enrolled in the program in 2008.

F45 Training Now Serving as Exclusive Fitness Provider for 24/25 Ikon Pass Holders

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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F45 Training Holdings Inc., a leading global fitness community specializing in innovative, functional group workouts that are fast, fun, and results-driven, today became the exclusive fitness provider for Ikon Pass holders for the 2024 – 25 winter season as part of Ikon Pass Peak Perks program.

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  • F45 Training Holdings Inc., a leading global fitness community specializing in innovative, functional group workouts that are fast, fun, and results-driven, today became the exclusive fitness provider for Ikon Pass holders for the 2024 – 25 winter season as part of Ikon Pass Peak Perks program.
  • “In collaboration with Ikon Pass, F45 expands its reach – even now going so far as literally summitting mountain tops – to ensure everyone has access to today’s strongest offering in functional fitness,” said Tom Dowd, CEO of F45 Training.
  • “We are thrilled to introduce F45 Training as the exclusive fitness provider for Ikon Pass for the 24/25 winter season, adding further value to our 24/25 Ikon Pass holders,” said Ryan Blanchard, Vice President of Brand Partnerships for Alterra Mountain Company.
  • For more information on F45 Training and its Ikon Pass partnership, please visit F45Training.com/IkonPass or learn more on Facebook or Instagram .

Arcadia Biosciences (RKDA) Announces Date of Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Business Highlights Conference Call

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Arcadia Biosciences, Inc. ® (Nasdaq: RKDA), a producer and marketer of innovative, plant-based health and wellness products, today announced that it will release its financial and business results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2023 after market close on March 28, 2024.

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  • Arcadia Biosciences, Inc. ® (Nasdaq: RKDA), a producer and marketer of innovative, plant-based health and wellness products, today announced that it will release its financial and business results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2023 after market close on March 28, 2024.
  • The company has scheduled a conference call for 4:30 p.m. Eastern time (1:30 p.m. Pacific time) to discuss fourth-quarter and year-end results and key strategic achievements.
  • Interested participants can join the conference call using the following options:
    An audio-only webcast of the conference call will be available, with a link posted in the Investors section of Arcadia’s website.
  • Following completion of the call, a recorded replay will be available in the Investors Section of the company’s website.

United States Weight Loss Market Report 2024: Market Performance of 2023, Analysis of 2020-2023 & Forecasts to 2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Weight Loss Market: 2024 Status Report & Forecast" report from Marketdata LLC has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • Weight Loss Market: 2024 Status Report & Forecast" report from Marketdata LLC has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This report presents a wrap-up of 2023 performance for the U.S. weight loss market during the obesity drugs market explosion and a forecast for 2024.
  • Nearly all non-medical segments of the market have felt the pain of declining sales, and 26,500 weight loss coaches have lost their jobs.
  • However, more physicians are adding weight loss to their practices, bariatric surgeries are hitting new highs, and caseloads/revenues at medical weight loss franchises and at bariatricians are growing.

McKesson Invites Community Pharmacists to Push the Industry Forward, Together

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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The annual event is the destination for community pharmacists to come together to strengthen the overall health of pharmacy and elevate the role they play in people’s lives.

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  • The annual event is the destination for community pharmacists to come together to strengthen the overall health of pharmacy and elevate the role they play in people’s lives.
  • McKesson ideaShare will culminate by celebrating the Health Mart Pharmacy of the Year ahead of a closing concert headlined by Harry Connick, Jr.
    “New Orleans is known for its strength and resilience as is our community pharmacy industry.
  • McKesson ideaShare’s collaborative environment will celebrate our industry while addressing key challenges head-on,” said Scott Miller, president, Strategic, Community, and Specialized Pharmacy, McKesson.
  • This exclusive benefit is extended on behalf of McKesson to support independent pharmacy success in local communities across the U.S.

CBD Healthcare Company Becomes the First-Ever Worldwide to Earn Prestigious NSF International Certifications in Personal Care for Athletes (NSF Guideline 527 and NSF Certified for Sport)

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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CBD Healthcare Company (CBDHCC) has become the First-Ever Personal Care Product to have earned certification to NSF Guideline 527 and NSF Certified for Sport® for its Broad-Spectrum CBD Balancing Massage and Body Oil.

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  • CBD Healthcare Company (CBDHCC) has become the First-Ever Personal Care Product to have earned certification to NSF Guideline 527 and NSF Certified for Sport® for its Broad-Spectrum CBD Balancing Massage and Body Oil.
  • "The spirit of clean athletic competition is something we all connect with,” said David Lonza, Vice President, Health Sciences at NSF.
  • NSF Certified for Sport® certifies dietary supplements, functional foods, cosmetics and personal care products to be free from substances banned by major sporting organizations.
  • Products Certified for Sport® must also be certified to either NSF/ANSI 173, NSF 229 or NSF 527 to ensure their contents match their claims.

Introducing Aescape: Fully Automated, Customizable Massage For Personalized Wellness And Recovery

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Core to Aescape’s customizability is its use of AI, continually improving its understanding of the human body and personalized preferences to elevate rest, recovery, and relaxation offerings.

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  • Core to Aescape’s customizability is its use of AI, continually improving its understanding of the human body and personalized preferences to elevate rest, recovery, and relaxation offerings.
  • “Aescape aims to makes massage an accessible, integral part of rest and recovery, no longer reserved for indulgence or injury,” said Eric Litman, Founder and CEO.
  • It’s designed for anyone looking to book last-minute, or looking for control over their massage when therapists aren’t always available.”
    Aescape's flagship product – a fully automated, AI-driven massage table – employs advanced AI technology for a precise and personalized experience.
  • “As we continue to innovate with science backed preparation and recovery modalities, and new technologies, we are excited to offer Aescape.

Mannatech Announces Retirement of Alfredo Bala and Promotion of Landen Fredrick to President and CEO

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Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX ) reported that Alfredo (Al) Bala, announced his retirement as the company’s CEO effective April 1, 2024.

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  • Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX ) reported that Alfredo (Al) Bala, announced his retirement as the company’s CEO effective April 1, 2024.
  • J. Stanley Fredrick, Chairman of the Board of Mannatech, Incorporated stated, “Al will continue to serve the company as an advisor focused on customer acquisition and sales growth.
  • This transition enables Al to work more closely with our associates in the field which has always been his first love.
  • Landen’s succession to the CEO position was made possible by Al’s mentorship over the past few years where Landen served as President and Chief Operating Officer.

GE HealthCare Establishes the GE HealthCare Foundation

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Today, GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital solutions innovator, announced the establishment of its philanthropic entity, the GE HealthCare Foundation.

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  • Today, GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital solutions innovator, announced the establishment of its philanthropic entity, the GE HealthCare Foundation.
  • The Foundation will operate as a charitable organization, incorporated separately from GE HealthCare, focused on advancing equitable access to precision healthcare.
  • The GE HealthCare Foundation supports nonprofit organizations aimed at making healthcare more accessible, personal, human, and flexible – and ultimately, strive to remove barriers that separate underserved communities from equitable healthcare.
  • “The GE HealthCare Foundation was born out of GE HealthCare’s legacy of delivering access to care, and a desire to advance health equity by reducing the limits and barriers faced by those in underserved communities,” said Danielle Halstrom, President of the GE HealthCare Foundation.