Sebastian Krawiec

A recently published double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical study found that supplementation with KSM-66 ashwagandha root extract supports sleep quality and quantity.

A new report from Lycored called “The Inner Light,” which investigates what the concept of the “healthy glow” means to skincare consumers, sheds some light on the results consumers want from their skincare regimen, and how these results are achieved. 

A portion of the investment will support the expansion of an additional manufacturing site located in Europe with a capacity to produce 3,000 metric tons of non-GMO stevia sweeteners. 

HB Natural Ingredients, a subsidiary of BGG World, received a “Letter of No Objection” from FDA regarding the self-affirmed GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status of Vitosa, the firm’s line of stevia products. 

Arjuna 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. 

While plant proteins have been trending, dairy proteins and isolates remain competitive within the protein bar space, specifically within sports nutrition.

The study, expected to be published in November, shows that Turmacin significantly decreased measures of pain following exercise. 

In 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 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. 

Flavor is always a challenging piece of the formulation puzzle due to the unpleasant notes that active ingredients can impart.

Following its own evaluation of the safety and toxicology of AlaskOmega 50% and 70% omega-7 concentrates, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not dispute the GRAS status of the ingredient. 

Crystal E, a highly concentrated vitamin E tocopherol powder is launching at SupplySide West through the ingredient's North American distributor Charlse Bowman and Company. 

CHiKPRO Collagen Bone Broth received a patent for collagen content as well as significant prebiotic activity. 

Elder Pure Elderberry Prebiotic Juice Powder combines INS Farms' Elder Pure elderberry juice powder with Sunfiber partially hydrolyzed guar gum from Taiyo International.

AGEprost is an herbal extract of the plant Ageratum conyzoides, traditionally used in the Caribbean to support prostate health and urinary problems. 

A 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. 

OmniActive Health Technologies has announced a global strategic alliance with the Japan-based JXTG Nippon Oil and Energy, to jointly develop and commercialize branded carotenoid compositions. 

Epax will be investing $35 million over the next two years to increase its capacity and innovate in the omega-3 sector. 

Results from a new PEW Charitable Trusts dietary supplement survey show that consumers largely find dietary supplements to be safe and they would support a mandatory FDA supplement product listing.

The 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. 

The American Herbal Products Association’s 8th Annual Botanical Congress will take place on Saturday, October 19, during SupplySide West 2019 in Las Vegas, NV. 

DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences intends to enter a strategic collaboration with By-Health, a leading consumer health care company in China. 

Kaneka Americas Holding, Inc. has announced a marketing collaboration with the lifestyle branding agency BrandHive to develop and implement marketing support for the launch of Kaneka’s proprietary probiotic line, Floradapt. 

CV Sciences Inc. is expanding into mass market retail after forming a distribution partnership with retailer Harris Teeter. 

Kappa 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. 

A 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. 

According to the survey, 77% of American adults report consuming dietary supplements.

Taiyo International has announced that its Sunfiber and SunCran ingredients have achieved Glyphosate Residue Free certification from The Detox Project. 

HerbalGram 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. 

Traditionally, 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.