Herbs & Botanicals

The ingredient is produced using proprietary technology called ABG Cool-Tech, which optimizes the ingredient’s key constituents.

Given recent developments in the CBD space, what does the future hold for hemp-derived CBD and other cannabinoids?

Unigen will be introducing two new botanical ingredients at this year’s SupplySide West Presentation Theater.

Curcuwin Ultra+ offers low dose, highly bioavailable curcumin with low cost-in-use.

It’s an exciting time to be in the gut health market.

For the Biome wins Nexty Award for its Gut-Lung Therapy supplement.

The list includes nutraceuticals that can positively impact the aging process itself as well as those that positively impact aspects of human physiology that tend to decline with age, such as joint health and cognitive health.

Lief Raws will manage distribution and sales of the proprietary green tea extract.

HerbalGram's 2020 Herb Market Report shows that herbal supplement sales grew a record 17.3% in 2020.

Botanical brands are already doing everything they can to keep momentum rolling on the demand side, and product at the ready on the supply.

Today’s market is flush with various sports-nutrition supplements, including plant- and animal-based protein powders, tablets, capsules, tablets, and more.

A recent study funded by the Global Curcumin Association evaluated the effectiveness of a new analytical strategy to determine whether a curcumin product has been labeled accurately and has not been adulterated with synthetic ingredients.

The state of the CBD market more than a year and a half into the COVID era gives us clues as to how strong its momentum may be.

Two recent studies show new evidence that HP Ingredient's LJ100 Tongkat Ali extract supports men's health, including healthy aging, sexual function, and fitness.

AHPA submits comments to the Senate sponsoring office of the "Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act."

Matt Storey of NuSachi Inc. discusses the challenges of establishing cannabis evidence to satisfy both regulators and consumers alike.

One of curcumin’s lesser-known benefits is its effects on stress/anxiety and sleep.

Now published a test method developed for the analysis of pesticide residues in botanicals.

In no small part thanks to COVID-19, minerals have enjoyed a real renewal, attracting attention for everything from their contribution to immune and sleep support to their ability to keep our bodies in solid working order.

New studies demonstrate that black seed is a potent immune-health ingredient with multifaceted benefits.

Layn Natural Ingredients has announced the expansion of its portfolio of Non-GMO Project Verified botanical extracts.

A trademark application has been withdrawn for the word "herbalist" after a coordinated industry effort.

A new review paper covers another promising approach to improving curcumin’s bioavailability: complexing curcumin with metals—zinc, in particular—to improve its bioavailability as well as its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capabilities.

Be prepared: the CBD journey is filled with potential pitfalls and distractions.

Supplementation with Bacopa monnieri for 28 days was associated with a 14% improvement in emotional wellbeing, 12% improvement in general health, and 16% reduction in pain.

Seed breeding is a business that caters to its customers now more than ever before.

What can U.S. companies do now to prepare if CBD is legalized for dietary supplements? An expert advises.

According to researchers, the combination of tomato and rosemary extracts in Lycoderm was more protective than either compound alone.

Leading CBD companies Charlotte’s Web and Irwin Naturals submitted NDI notifications for full-spectrum hemp extracts. FDA objected to the notifications on the grounds of the drug-exclusion clause and the agency’s concern about safety substantiation.

The study found that daily supplementation with Pycnogenol reduced the occurrence of urinary tract infections and decreased painful symptoms associated with UTIs.