Herbs & Botanicals

Supercritical fluid extraction using CO2 is instrumental in replacing conventional solvents.

A new study, pending publication, validates the immune-modulating effects of the standardized Andrographis paniculata extract AP-Bio, says Natural Remedies.

CBDent, a toothpaste featuring CBD, was designed by dentists using vegan and Leaping Bunny-certified, cruelty-free ingredients, including nano-hydroxyapatite and xylitol.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Women’s Health has announced that it will be hosting a public meeting discussing the potential sex (biological) and gender (psychosocial) differences in the consumption of and response to cannabidiol (CBD) and other cannabinoids.

A recent study found a synergistic supplement formula containing mixed tocotrienols, curcumin, omega-3s, astaxanthin, and other nutrients significantly reduced inflammatory markers and systolic blood pressure in healthy subjects.

While botanicals are not a panacea, there is much science-backed evidence for leveraging them to help manage good sleeping habits and reduce stress.

Batory Foods (Rosemont, IL) and BioHarvest Sciences Inc. (BHSC) signed a performance-based agreement to enter the U.S. nutraceuticals market and the edible CBD market.

Following the launch of its CV Acute product in August, CV Sciences (San Diego, CA) has announced the launch of its next condition-specific dietary supplement product called CV Defense.

As consumer interest in immunity and foods that boost the immune system continue to grow, the Wixon Innovates program — a product development trendspotting project — is helping food and beverage companies formulate products with immune-related flavors and ingredients.

How the botanicals industry may benefit

Geocann and Nestlé Health Science launched broad-spectrum CBD soft-gel formulations with VESIsorb drug delivery system for improved absorption and bioavailability in the European market.

The digestive health market has experienced an impressive evolution, growing in diversity of the products it offers, as well as scientifically and conceptually.

PLT Health Solutions Inc. has received a license from the Natural and Non-Prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) of Health Canada to market its ingredient AlvioLife to support respiratory health in Canada.

What does the state of botanical adulteration look like these days, given the supply-chain upheaval brought about by COVID-19 and the general ongoing propensity for bad actors to adulterate?

Lycored launched Lycocomfort to holistically support men’s urinary comfort and promoting better sleep.

Congressmen Morgan Griffith (R-VA) and Kurt Schrader (D-OR) introduced new legislation, called “The Hemp and Hemp derived CBD Consumer Protection and Market Stabilization Act of 2020.”

A recently published study found that supplementation with the French oak wood extract Robuvit supports vigor in older men experiencing reduced energy levels.

How do you formulate a high-quality CBD edible product, including food and drinks? Food scientist Kantha Shelke gave a crash course during Nutritional Outlook’s webcast.

Folium Biosciences and Nutralliance entered into a distribution partnership for Folium’s 0.0% THC broad-spectrum CBD oil products in the United States.

The American Herbal Products Association received praise for its second annual Hemp-CBD Supplement Congress, held virtually last week.

CBD’s growth in food and beverages is undeniable as more states move to make CBD a legal food and drink ingredient. Will this change FDA’s mind about CBD foods’ legality? Attorney Ashish Talati provided an updated look at CBD food’s regulatory status.

Using US retail sales data provided by SPINS and the Nutrition Business Journal (NBJ), HerbalGram reports an 8.6% increase in total sales in 2019, compared to the previous year.

The CBD-edibles category is still in its infancy in the mainstream market today, but sales growth is already outpacing that of the general CBD product market.

Arjuna Natural (Kerala, India) introduced a proprietary botanical pain management formula that has shown some clinical evidence of offering safe pain management at an efficacy comparable to over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.

Tricia DiPersio, PhD, RD joined the executive team at Folium Biosciences as the company’s first EVP of quality, compliance and customer relations.

IFF Health, part of International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., and DolCas Biotech partnered on the sale and marketing of Curcugen, an all-natural turmeric extract for use in dietary supplements and foods and beverages.

Leafreport has released the results of testing conducted by third party testing lab Canalysis Laboratories on CBD-infused beverages. The results were disappointing, as 81% of the products tested contained different levels of CBD than advertised.

Effective immediately, AIDP will promote and sell in North America the full range of branded products from Biosearch Life products.

With so much still unknown about CBD, and with so much product variability in the market, it is exceedingly important that consumers be very aware of the products they are using and how much they need to use to suit their health needs.

The American Herbal Products Association’s Second Annual Hemp-CBD Virtual Congress, to be held virtually on August 27th, will feature a panel called the "Hemp-CBD Farm and Retail Financial Snapshot."