Stress & Sleep

Companies making plant-based products today are focused on offering a variety of choices in order to meet the needs of diverse consumer groups, including an expanding mainstream audience. Luckily, the growing sophistication of plant-based ingredients is allowing them to do just that.

DolCas Biotech, LLC attained Health Canada natural product licenses for its concentrated turmeric extract, Curcugen, and Ginfort, a powdered ginger extract for digestion.

The study found that supplementation supported memory, stress, and sleep quality.

The recent study investigated three different compositions containing Xylaria nigripes extract on γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) content, GABA transaminase, Glutamate decarboxylase (GAD), cells viability, and Amyloid-β protein (Aβ) aggregation levels in PC12 neuron cells.

Exploring the opportunities and regulatory challenges of hemp-derived cannabinoids in pet supplements.

Subjects taking the extract saw a statistically significant, dose-correlated reduction in salivary cortisol, an increase in deep sleep time, increased total sleep time, an improvement in sleep quality.

The more attention our microbiomes get from the research community, the more benefits consumers may one day reap, and the more inspiration wellness brands can tap for probiotic product development.

Intervention with the probiotic blend supported gastrointestinal symptoms, mental health scores, as well as productivity in daily tasks because of gastrointestinal improvements.

Natural Remedies launched Holixer holy basil/tulsi, an adaptogen that studies has shown inhibits and/or reduces cortisol release from the adrenal glands in response to stress-induced production of adrenocorticotropic hormone.

Functional mushrooms keep the wellness space fertile.

To answer this question, one must understand the key strengths of each.

The ingredient is produced using Conagen’s bioconversion technology.

According to the companies, the product is supported by a double-blind, placebo-controlled human study, pending publication, to support digestive health and enhance mood.

The multiyear collaboration will introduce top esports athletes and casual gamers to Thorne’s products—and study their effects in athletes.

Going forward, growth will rest on moving minerals beyond the body basics to fulfilling consumer expectations for condition-specific ingredient combinations, increased bioavailability, and new delivery methods.

Botanicals may be ancient ingredients, but they may also be the wellness wave of the future.

As part of its ongoing effort to expand its women wellness portfolio, GNC, in partnership with The Honest Company, launched four new products—three for overall wellness and one for postpartum. 

As consumers get active post-pandemic, they’ll find a wider range of sports supplements ready to cater to their every need.

Examining the factors behind the rapid rise of adaptogenic supplements

A recent study found that supplementation with a French pine bark extract called Pycnogenol offered relief from restless leg syndrome.

The Vitamin Shoppe partnered with Follett Higher Education Group, the largest campus store operator in North America, to bring its health and wellness solutions to campus bookstore locations throughout the country.

CBN is gaining popularity in the hemp world. But is it truly promising?

What specific benefits do adaptogens provide? An expert explains.

Consumers are eager to invest in skincare products, but will today’s ingredients stand up to scrutiny?

Supplements only work if they are taken regularly. A smart system can help consumers reduce the mental load of their daily supplement routine.

Research indicates that CBDA largely produces biological effects similar to CBD’s. But does it have market potential like CBD?

And how can companies introduce sleep foods and beverages to bedtime routines?

Celesta Company LLC and Nurish Brands, Inc. have partnered to launch a line of beverages that support relaxation and sleep. 

Two federal class action lawsuits have been filed against Olly Public Benefit Corporation and The Procter & Gamble Company alleging that the companies are misleading consumers by inaccurately dosing their melatonin supplements.

Many active ingredients create major challenges for beverage formulators. Unpleasant flavor notes from ingredients can be difficult to mask considering that pumping sugar into these drinks is no longer a popular option.