Stratum Nutrition® Joins the United Natural Products Alliance® and TraceGains; NEM® Receives Upcycled Certification

CARTHAGE, Mo. - March 14, 2024 - PRLog -- Stratum Nutrition® is pleased to announce their affiliation with the United Natural Products Alliance®, the Upcycled Certification of their flagship ingredient NEM® eggshell membrane — the number one studied eggshell membrane for joint health on the market — and their presence on the TraceGains ingredient marketplace platform. These recent happenings are a testament to Stratum Nutrition's commitment to the natural product industry and to providing high quality ingredients and science-backed resources for their customers.

United Natural Products Alliance®

The United Natural Products Alliance® is an association of respected dietary supplement and natural health companies dedicated to safety, science and quality through advocacy, education, and community. The UNPA™ team are industry leaders of trade associations serving the natural health products trade. UNPA™'s membership is highly collegial and collaborative within a respectful, productive business environment. Stratum Nutrition is honored to be associated and involved with such a robust, thorough, and supportive organization.

"We are deeply honored to have a company of Stratum Nutrition's reputation and integrity join UNPA. We know they will add great value to the work we are doing to advance safety, science, and quality of the dietary supplement industry, and we hope to expand the range of relationships for Stratum in the U.S. and international markets." - Loren Israelsen, Founder & President, United Natural Products Alliance® (UNPA™)

"We're excited to join forces with Loren and his team at the UNPA. We support what the UNPA stands for and it's important to develop strong relationships to achieve the collective goal of the natural product industry which is to make health and wellness more accessible to consumers and provide them with the best possible quality of ingredients and products." – Micah Osborne, President & CEO, Stratum Nutrition®

Upcycled Certification of NEM®

The mission of the Upcycled Food Association and the Upcycled Certified™ Program is to reduce food waste by growing the upcycled economy. Upcycled products use ingredients that have full nutritional value and are safe, but for various reasons, would have gone to waste. The UFA supports ambitious sustainability certification plans and partners with leading certifiers that uphold the definition and integrity of the upcycled foods sector. Upcycled Certified is currently the only third-party certification for upcycled foods globally.

Stratum Nutrition®'s NEM® eggshell membrane ingredient has become Upcycled Certified, this means that the eggshell membrane ingredient they handle has been procured and produced using verifiable supply chains and meets the standards required by the UFA and the UCP. Stratum is proud to be a part of raising awareness of the global issue of food waste and contributing to the growth of the upcycled sector of the natural products industry. Two other ingredients from Stratum, ESC® eggshell calcium and Eggshell Membrane Collagen Support Complex, have also received the Upcycled Certified designation.

TraceGains

TraceGains provides a holistic networked solution for global brands looking to network and collaborate on ingredients and items from supply chain locations creating greater agility and joined sustainability within the business ecosystem and modern supply chain.

With Stratum's presence on TraceGains, they will be able to broaden their reach and increase the accessibility and availability of their resources. "Integrating TraceGains into our operations has been a pivotal move for enhancing how we interact with both suppliers and customers. It's more than just a tool; it's a bridge that connects rigorous supplier management and transparent customer communication. This technology ensures that every ingredient we deliver is supported by a solid foundation of reliable supplier documentation, giving our customers peace of mind and reinforcing our position as a trusted leader in the industry." - Danny Long, Director of Quality & Regulatory, Stratum Nutrition®

About Stratum Nutrition®:

Stratum Nutrition®, a business of ESM Technologies, LLC, is a trusted ingredient innovator and supplier to product formulators for human and pet health. Stratum offers a portfolio of research-supported ingredients and technology that stand out in their respective health categories as being progressive, safe, and effective, including: NEM® brand eggshell membrane – fast-acting for joint health, Eggshell Membrane Collagen Support Complex with type I, V, and X collagens, Stratum Sage Extract – S. officinalis age extract for cognitive support, Bimuno® GOS prebiotic, LBiome™ Lactobacillus LB postbiotic, Ahiflower® - a single plant source of optimally balanced omegas, VitaSperse® ingredient delivery technology, NatAxtin™ – Chilean astaxanthin, Curcumin 95, CurQ+®, and ESC® brand eggshell calcium. Stratum's name and the products we provide are trusted and relied upon by consumers internationally.

About United Natural Products Alliance®:

United Natural Products Alliance® (UNPA™) is a premier trade association dedicated to advancing global natural health products. With a commitment to quality, science, and innovation, UNPA™ collaborates with industry leaders, government agencies, and stakeholders to promote responsible business practices and advocate for standards that ensure consumer safety, access to reliable health information and trained health practitioners. Through education, research, and advocacy, UNPA™ with its members and partners foster industry excellence and leadership that drive growth and integrity in the natural health products community.

About Upcycled Food Association:

The mission of the Upcycled Food Association is to champion upcycling as one of the most critical solutions to mitigate the climate crisis and advocate for the best interests of the upcycled food industry. Upcycled Food Association leverages market forces to prevent food waste by coordinating hundreds of companies around the world and empowering millions of consumers to prevent climate change with the products they buy.

About TraceGains:

TraceGains provides networked compliance and product development solutions designed specifically for the Food and Beverage supply chain industry. TraceGains provides companies with an innovative networked business ecosystem and marketplace that enables manufacturers and suppliers to collaborate, sell ingredients, develop new products, ensure food safety, horizon scan, mitigate safety risks, and comply with complex global regulatory requirements.

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