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November 21, 2019 The brain is arguably the body’s most complex and hungry organ. Densely packed with approximately 86 billion cells and a delicate super-highway of whisper-thin… “’Some bad players contaminate or spike their products and can be potentially dangerous,’ cautions [Steve] Holtby. To keep your customers safe (and maintain […]

October 17, 2019 Concerns such as ingredient compatibility, product stability, and manufacturing capabilities all come into play when facing a novel delivery form. Here’s how contract manufacturers can help. “As Steve Holtby, president and CEO, Soft Gel Technologies Inc. (SGTI; Commerce, CA), says, ‘Softgel production is a very unique and […]

September 26, 2019 Letting someone else deal with the “headaches” so you can focus on making your brand shine? That’s just one of the reasons experts say CMOs can help you get ahead. But choosing a qualified, quality partner is essential. “While the decision to subcontract is a big one, […]

September 26, 2019 In part 1 of this feature, titled The Evolution of Contract Manufacturing, WholeFoods asked contract manufacturers to identify the trends of today that will… “[Steve Holtby, president & CEO, Soft Gel Technologies, Inc.] he stresses that it is the responsibility of dietary supplement manufacturers to ensure that […]

September 9, 2019 Even in the face of an equivocal study or two—or concerns over sourcing, regulatory setbacks, and the occasional pharma-driven lawsuit—omega-3s retain a sterling reputation that other supplements can only envy. “While the decision to subcontract is a big one, Steve Holtby, president and CEO of Soft Gel […]

June 17, 2019 The goal for softgel manufacturers when handling marine oils like fish and krill oil is to minimize oxidation at all costs. “’The molecular structure of the two most popular long-chain polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, makes them prone to oxidizing easily, and it’s this oxidation […]