Herbs & Botanicals

The AHPA ERB Foundation is sponsoring a supply chain assessment of the myrrh trade to better understand harvesting practices and more directly engage with the people harvesting this important botanical.

Nutrition and by extension, dietary supplements, may play a valuable role in reducing the risk of age-related cognitive impairment, but more research is necessary to validate claims and promote innovation.

Despite its controversy, kratom is a top-selling ingredient that consumers see value in. That said, brands need to work hard to demonstrate safety and quality of kratom products in the absence of legal regulatory status. Will kratom be able to overcome its stigma for even more growth and consumer acceptance?

Mushrooms are emerging as powerhouse ingredients in wellness, with consumer trends and innovation driving growth in multiple categories.

Xeya Shatavari 15% is intended to support hormonal balance, menstrual health, ease menopause symptoms and more.

The study demonstrated that supplementation with Mindrevive – a blend of sage and Japanese pagoda tree – led to improvements in various cognition function and brain health in adults ages 50-65.

Researchers tested the natural testosterone booster Tesnor by Gencor on the sexual, physical, and psychological health of older adult males.

In collaboration with market research firm SPINS, Nutritional Outlook provides a deep dive into 2025's top trending ingredients and categories in nutraceutical products, including B12, beet root, hydration, mushrooms, and kratom.

The company manufactures ingredients used in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food and beverage industries.

Sabinsa has announced that its Sami Kunigal manufacturing facility was honored by India’s Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) with the Environmental Sustainability award for “outstanding performance in environment, health, and safety.”

A look at the causes and risk factors related to male sexual dysfunction, and how dietary supplements can be used to improve the sexual health of aging men.

All samples were tested using High Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography (HPTLC) to assess identity and quality.

The ashwagandha extract was shown to be effective in low doses.

The exploratory study tested the impacts on exercise performance, muscle damage, and mood in young adults.

Results showed that people taking the Valerian extract experiences an acute benefit on sleep, namely a significant increase in actual sleep time compared to baseline. 

The plant-based Immufen offers support for managing seasonal allergy symptoms and improving quality of life.

The analysis revealed the presence of crucial bioactive compounds in the extract, which is formulated to promote heart health.

The producer of botanical ingredients and organic berries is expanding to reach customers in the U.S. and Canada.

At SupplySide West 2024, Nutriventia showcased their innovations for five ingredients. These technologies offer consumers alternatives to traditional supplement forms.

Botanical health ingredients producer Monteloeder featured its new ingredient for brain health and cognitive support for adults at SupplySide West 2024.

The company moved into the new facility on October 8, 2024 after two years of planning. According to the company’s press release, the new building has 11 floors and more than 140,000 square feet.

OmniActive Health Technologies has announced the acquisition of ENovate Biolife. The acquisition will strengthen its commitment to clinically validated ingredients for consumer products.

The randomized placebo-controlled study investigating the effects of Akay Bioactives' Immufen ingredient on mild allergic rhinitis.

According to the announcement, CII aims to “create and sustain an environment conducive to the development of India, partnering Industry, Government and civil society through advisory and consultative processes.”

From hot flashes to mood swings, menopause is rough on women, and they are actively seeking out solutions.

Waleria’s plant-based, non-hormonal ingredient, the Shatavari root extract aspurūs, supports reducing menopausal symptoms.

On September 24th, 2024, the U.S. Hemp Roundtable, a group of California hemp farmers and businesses filed a lawsuit against the regulations.

The line is made up of Sicilian raw materials such as citrus fruits, Pantelleria capers, Etna prickly pears, and pomegranate, to support immune health, hydration and cardiovascular health, among other benefits.

DHSS to prioritize misbranded intoxicating hemp products in enforcement of Governor's executive order.

The natural products manufacturer introduced three supplement products in the new line.