Herbs & Botanicals

NextEvo’s SmartSorb technology turns oil-soluble, hemp-derived CBD oils into water-dispersible emulsions while boosting CBD content.

A recently published study found that a proprietary olive leaf extract called Bonolive, from BioActor (Maastricht, Netherlands), may support joint health in people with knee pain. The olive leaf extract is standardized to 40% oleuropein content.

The citizen's petition requests FDA to stop excluding hemp-derived CBD from the definition of a dietary supplement, and includes an NDIN from cbdMD, which the petition asks FDA to substantively review, unlike previous NDINs.

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The company says it made the change, after 24 years in operation, to better reflect its roots in the growing nutraceuticals industry.

Arjuna Natural Pvt Ltd., a manufacturer of standardized spice and botanical extracts for food supplements, has appointed Anup Krishnan its CEO.

Global life sciences and nutraceutical ingredients developer Suanfarma has acquired Monteloeder, a company with 25 years of experience creating clinically studied branded botanical ingredients.

Notably, said Sabinsa in a press release, “This may well be the first time a metabolite of a nutrient has been approved as a Novel Food.”

Dietary supplement leaders discuss how to keep consumers interested in immune health supplements long-term.

With its unique chickpea protein products, InnovoPro is expanding from dairy alternatives to additional markets like meat analogues and egg replacers.

A recently published study found that a proprietary blend of Cocao bean and pomegranate peel called Tesnor, from Gencor, helped boost testosterone levels in healthy young males.

Two recent launches—a new mushroom daily gummy and a mushroom spray—are the latest innovations giving shoppers new ways to take their mushrooms.

The new retail company, NuTraditions, will debut at the Natural Products Expo West trade show in Anaheim, CA, in March, at Booth #3583.

Earthlight, a whole-food vitamin D ingredient provided by PLT Health Solutions, has gained approval from ANVISA, allowing its use as an ingredient in food, beverages, and dietary supplements sold in Brazil.

Much more research is needed to determine if CBD—or any cannabinoid—is an effective solution for less-than-stellar sleep.

Functional foods and beverages, particularly meat and dairy alternatives, are major drivers of innovation for plant proteins, and present a major opportunity for new product development.

Ashwagandha is seeing consistent growth driven by demands in mood-support products, but its versatile benefits are still waiting to be tapped into.

Steven Foster was a leading herbal author and photographer, and a member of the American Botanical Council’s Board of Trustees. Attorney Jim Turner was the founder and chairman of Citizens for Health and a leading consumer health activist.

Leafreport has published a new report that analyzes the pricing of CBD products.

Despite a downturn in sales growth following an immense spike, the immune health category is still no slouch.

Verdant Nature LLC, in collaboration with HempFusion Inc., announced that its Verdant Oasis brand of Panoramic Entourage Phytocannabinoid-rich Whole Plant Hemp Extract (VOHO hemp oil) is now self-affirmed GRAS.

The pandemic put the brakes on massive CBD growth, but this is only the beginning for the burgeoning category.

COVID will continue to impact supplement retailing. But instead of scrambling to adjust, brands have the opportunity to hone their omnichannel strategy and improve long-distance retail relationships.

The new nanoemulsion, called HempNano, contains 5% CBD.

Botanical extracts supplier Draco Natural Products has unveiled its new website, which the company says provides easier access to the firm’s ingredients and services.