Herbs & Botanicals

In its first annual report on food, beverage, and health and wellness trends, U.S. food broker Presence highlights relaxation, mushroom, and digestive health demands, and more.

Elderberry has long been immune health’s golden child. But when hype runs ahead of science, the whole industry suffers. What does the research say about this beloved ingredient?

A recent study conducted by the Sports Physiology Department of the Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM) in Spain, found that a proprietary spinach extract called Spisar helped support muscle strength and fitness in subjects over the age of 50.

During the audit, Botanical Liaisons interviewed field workers, resin consolidators, ingredient manufacturers, and government officials in order to confirm the practices employed are sustainable and do not present potential for overharvesting.

Alkemist Labs has renewed accreditation of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements from the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) with additional accreditation for pesticides and heavy metals per USP-NF <561>.

The new branded ingredient contains Calebin A, a curcumin analog, and supports balanced cholesterol, healthy blood sugar levels, circulation, as well as weight management.

Discreet delivery forms may be the key to capturing hearts and minds of the “canna curious” crowd.

Finding stable, natural alternatives for blue coloring has been one of the biggest challenges for companies in the natural colors industry.

The first ingredient, Attenutin, supports respiratory health. The second ingredient, Symetrian, is said to maintain healthy immune system homeostasis.

The company, formerly known as Zhucheng Haotian Pharma Company, Ltd. (ZCHT), says the name change to Howtian better reflects its global footprint and sustainability goals.

Results showed that decrease in appetite sensation and satiety quotients were significantly higher in subjects taking hibiscus and lemon verbena extracts.

No doubt diet plays a part in the rise and fall of blood sugar, so is there a place for dietary ingredients in helping consumers manage their blood sugar?

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.

Tips for formulating for maximum efficacy and consumer appeal

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.