Herbs & Botanicals

Its mushrooms include: lion’s mane, cordyceps, reishi, chaga, turkey tail, shiitake, maitake, almond mushroom, king oyster, snow fungus, and agarikon.

The U.S. Hemp Authority released a draft Version 4.0 of the standard for its Certification Program for public comment.

According to a report published in Science, the chairman of the panel conducting the investigation wrote to Newmaster’s complainants that despite “displaying a pattern of poor judgement and failed to apply the standards reasonably expected in research activity in his discipline,” there was “insufficient evidence” to find Newmaster guilty of misconduct.

FDA has sent warning letters to four companies for selling “unapproved animal drugs containing cannabidiol (CBD)” that are marketed for use in food-producing animals.

As consumers seek to shed pandemic pounds, they are also holding up their newfound focus on health overall.

The National Advertising Division of BBB National Programs recommended Goli discontinue claims regarding sexual function, weight loss and management, and physical performance after reviewing Goli’s evidence and determining that much of it was not sufficient to support its claims.

To complete its transparency analysis, Leafreport examined Certificates of Analysis (C of A’s) of 188 brands, as advertised on their website, for a total of 4,384 products.

While affirming opposition to mandatory product listing, the American Herbal Products Association offered its feedback and suggested revisions to the discussion draft of the FDA Safety and Landmark Advancements (FDASLA) Act published by the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP).

ResBiotic Nutrition calls its ResB Lung Support supplement “the first science-backed probiotic and herbal supplement for lung health.”

Squinting and hunching over as a result of the eyestrain of looking at LED and blue light from visual display terminals like computers, TVs, and smartphones can also lead to stiff neck and shoulders.

The International Cannabinoid Analysis Program, or ICAP, is run by contract research organization and testing company Nutrasource.

Open Book Extracts’ 76,000-sq-ft research and production facility is located near Durham, NC.

The ingredient, from Pharmactive Biotech Products, is backed by eight published human clinical trials showing support for mental wellbeing and sleep quality.

The company showcased the new ingredients at May’s Vitafoods Europe trade show.

A new safety study conducted by Validcare demonstrates the strong safety profile of orally-ingested CBD. This study builds on the results of a previous safety study that included a cohort of 839 subjects taking CBD products manufactured by 12 companies.

The companies estimate that up to 16,000 tons of dates will be upcycled each year.

Leafreport also found that topical CBD products and edible CBD products are the two categories in which prices range the most.

Animal and in vitro models show that the combination of Eucommia, Cuscuta, and Drynaria can support bone health by reducing the prevalence of osteclasts, which contain bone dissolving proteins.

A whole host of emerging actives—some familiar; others less so—are vying for ground in the crowded immune-support category.

A recent study found that a proprietary curcumin phytosome from Indena, called Meriva, may be an effective modulator of oxidative stress to support kidney detoxification and filtering function.

Innova Market Insights discusses how weight management is now a key influence on product launches as consumers focus on health and wellbeing.

Sabinsa Corp. is showcasing many of its products at VitaFoods Europe 2022, held in Geneva, Switzerland on May 10 - 12, as well as a scientific mini-seminar for customers on its products.

Why our fascination with fungi and functional mushroom formulas is more than just a trend.

Hair health supplements are stealing the spotlight.

The study testing 52 products and results showed that 60% of these products were mislabeled.