Sebastian Krawiec is Editor at Nutritional Outlook.
SupplySide West 2019 preview: Arjuna to launch ingredient with potential analgesic effects
October 11th 2019Arjuna Natural Pvt. Ltd. announced the results of a new study – currently under peer-review – that demonstrates the analgesic activity of its proprietary blend of three botanicals called Rhuleave-K.
Trade associations unite to urge Congress to take action on CBD
October 10th 2019In a joint letter, the American Herbal Products Association, Consumer Healthcare Products Association, Council for Responsible Nutrition, and United Natural Products Alliance called on Congress “to pass legislation to clarify that CBD derived from the hemp plant is a lawful dietary ingredient.”
Jiaherb partners with USP to validate monograph of feverfew extract
October 9th 2019Jiaherb Inc. has partnered with the standards-setting organization USP to sponsor and validate a monograph for feverfew extract (Tanacetum parthenium L.), with plans to further support standards-setting activities for other botanicals.
Ganeden BC30 supports immune health in children, says recent study
October 4th 2019A study recent published in Food Research International found that supplementation with the branded probiotic Ganeden BC30 significantly reduced the incidence of upper respiratory tract infection symptoms and gastrointestinal tract symptoms.
New Moms Across America Gold Standard wants to empower parents to make informed choices
October 3rd 2019The three-tier standard is designed to include established, proven certifications while augmenting their benchmarks in some cases and supplementing them with components such as ingredient transparency, fair wages, and packaging biodegradability.
SupplySide West 2019 preview: Kappa Bioscience to unveil results of global vitamin K2 quality study
October 1st 2019Kappa Bioscience, maker of K2Vital vitamin K2 MK-7, has announced that it will be unveiling the results of a multi-year global study on vitamin K2 quality at SupplySide West, taking place in Las Vegas, NV.
Macular carotenoids supplement, Lutemax 2020, supports cognitive health, says recent study
October 1st 2019A study recently published in Physiology & Behavior found that a dietary supplement ingredient designed to support eye health called Lutemax 2020 from OmniActive Health Technologies also supports cognitive health.
Herbal supplement sales showed strongest sales growth since 1998, says HerbalGram
September 27th 2019HerbalGram reports that sales increased by 9.4% in 2018 compared to the previous year. This is roughly a $757 million increase in sales and marks the strongest growth in herbal supplement sales since 1998.
Can clean-label starches withstand freezing and high-heat applications?
September 26th 2019Traditionally, chemically modified starches have been the go-to solution for texture and stability, as native, clean-label starches were not reliable for maintaining textural stability in response to harsh conditions such as freezing and high heat.
Solarplast, an enzyme-powered antioxidant ingredient, is now Non-GMO Project Verified
September 25th 2019Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes announced that its branded enzyme-powered antioxidant ingredient Solarplast, designed to support healthy aging and beauty, has achieved Non-GMO Project Verification.
Synergy Flavors launches custom taste solutions for dairy-based applications
September 25th 2019Synergy Flavors Inc. launched a new portfolio of custom taste solutions called Dairy by Nature, combining the firm’s all-natural flavor expertise with the proprietary dairy technology of its parent company Carbery.
New formula from Life Extension supports ketone production without a high fat diet
September 24th 2019Life Extension has released a new Keto Brain and Body Boost formula to provide the metabolic benefits of a ketogenic diet, without the potential long-term negative health consequences of a high fat diet.