Herbs & Botanicals

The term prebiotic has become an industry buzzword. How it translates to finished products and consumers may be another story, however.

Even so, more consumers need to be convinced of ashwagandha’s efficacy, safety, and benefits.

Arjuna Natural Pvt Ltd. has introduced a range of certified organic turmeric extracts, including its BCM-95 (Curcugreen), and its water-dispersible, oil-dispersible, and customizable turmeric extracts. 

The soaring rise of the ketogenic diet has helped increase the use of MCT products because MCTs are seen as an efficient source of energy in the absence of carbohydrates.

New dietary ingredient (NDI) notifications would give FDA more safety information on CBD.

Gencor received four approved claims from Health Canada for its standardized fenugreek extract called Libifem. 

Impressively, elderberry is capturing significant mainstream attention.

CBD is out of the bottle. How will FDA rein in the skyrocketing CBD market?

The saffron extract, AffronEYE, from Pharmactive Biotech Products S.L., is standardized to 3% crocin content. Crocins are carotenoids that possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidative, and neuroprotective properties. 

How the U.S.-China trade war continues to change the playing field for players international and domestic.

Turmipure Gold, a branded turmeric extract from Naturex, is now self-affirmed GRAS (generally recognized as safe).

In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Artemis International, along with its European manufacturing partner Iprona, is introducing a new line of dark berry extracts under the Craft branded line at Expo West.

Cannabinoid CPG: When personalized wellness and the natural world combine

A brief look at some fast-growing markets for dietary supplements

Collin Peterson (D-MN), the House Agriculture Committee Chairman, introduced legislation designed to provide FDA with the flexibility to allow hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) to be marketed in dietary supplements. 

Pharmactive Biotech Products S.L. launched an aged black garlic extract called ABG10+ that is designed for functional food applications and the culinary market. 

2019’s most unexpected supplement ingredient sales trends, according to SPINS

The Organic & Natural Health Association says it is embarking on an educational campaign to addresses concerns in the CBD industry.

Zand, an herb-based supplement brand, has launched a rapid immune health product called Immune Fast. 

According to Hemp Synergistics, its proprietary process will provide all-natural hemp extracts, distillates, and custom cannabinoids in predetermined and exact amounts for the full spectrum of cannabinoids

It’s the question on everyone’s minds: Will demand for plant protein plateau anytime soon?

USDA’s Risk Management Agency will have new crop insurance options for hemp growers in select counties in 21 states in 2020. 

Three states and three tribal governments have had their hemp production plans approved by the USDA.

Turiva is an exclusive blend of bioactive phytonutrients that make up the complete turmeric matrix. 

Recently conducted independent tests confirm that CoffeeFruit Pure contains high levels of antioxidants, including polyphenols and chlorogenic acid.