Sunflower Hemp Co

Breaking News | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Herbs & Botanicals | Research | Research News

CBD Pharmacokinetics Study Compares Absorption Rate of Various Product Formats

Published human study conducted by Colorado State University funded by Caliper Foods.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 02.09.21

Schrader-Griffith Bill to Regulate CBD Re-Introduced to 117th Congress

Trade associations reaffirmed support for the legislation, which would establish a clear pathway to market for hemp extracts.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.08.21

Time for a Change—The Innovative Combination of Dietary Supplements and RTD Beverages

New Nutrition Concepts for a New Generation

Mental Wellness and Brain Health Supplements Featured in Global Wellness Institute Market Report

Cognitive-enhancing nutraceuticals and botanicals are redefining the overall mental wellness industry.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 12.21.20

FTC Takes Action on CBD Claims, Issuing Penalties

CRN voiced support for the enforcement action, and reminded observers about the need for a legal pathway to market.

12.18.20

OptiMSM Shown In Study to Have Benefits in Combination with CBD

The branded MSM ingredient was shown to reduce the liver toxicity linked to high CBD dosages.

12.16.20

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

Insurance Rates Have Been at an All-Time Low, But a Hard Market is Coming

Companies can be prepared by being thorough and transparent while going through insurance policy renewals.

By Chris Morey, Bolton & Company 12.04.20

Iowa Proposes CBD Legislation in Absence of Federal Regulations

The proposal will be a boon for hemp farmers in the state, the Natural Products Association reports.

11.24.20

The Vitamin Shoppe Launches Range of CBD and Hemp Extracts

The new line of products will be featured under the full-spectrum Plnt and broad-spectrum Vthrive brands.

11.16.20

Recreational Cannabis Set to Grow to New Heights

Global legal sales expected to soar 376% by 2025, according to Euromonitor International.

11.10.20

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | People News | Regulations | World Markets

AHPA Promotes Amber Bennett to VP of Marketing and Engagement

The new position was created to fit AHPA’s expectation for continued growth and outreach.

11.04.20

CV Sciences Debuts Line of CBD Pet Products

The hemp extracts are marketed as soothing products for dogs and cats.

11.04.20

Consumer Trends | Cosmeceuticals / Nutricosmetics | Herbs & Botanicals

Creating Effective CBD-Based Products

Dr. Jenelle Kim details how she got her start in the fast-paced world of cosmetics and most recently, cannabidiol-based products.

11.02.20

Consumer Trends | Packaging

CBD Beauty: Packaging and Promises

Standing out from competitors is tough. Discover how you can safely market products with packaging that makes sure your first impression is a great one.

By Jennifer Whetzel, Founder, Ladyjane Branding 11.02.20

Dietary Supplements | Sports Nutrition

Keeping Community Together During a Pandemic

If you’re feeling pulled in different directions, you’re not alone. At times like these we must appreciate what we have; family and community are our anchors.

By Amber Bennett, Director of Membership, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 10.19.20

Wellness Company for Gamers Launches First Line of Products

A number of nutritional needs affect the performance and health of those undergoing long video gaming sessions.

10.12.20

Leafreport Discusses Findings on CBD Pricing for 2020

Prices on the whole have decreased 17% on average, though each type of extract and delivery format was notably different.

10.12.20

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Pet Nutraceuticals

CBD Dog Health and Fire Flake Farm: Holistic Healing for Furry Friends

Angela Ardolino is a certified cannabis specialist and holistic pet expert who has been caring for animals for over 20 years.

By Sheldon Baker 10.01.20

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

Nuance Claims? The Red Flags Around False Advertising, Intellectual Property & Mislabeling

If you are a product formulator, label designer, or manufacturing facility, an Errors and Omissions policy is worth exploring.

By Chris Morey, Bolton & Company 10.01.20

CBD Review Shows Tandem Drops in Price and THC Content

ConsumerLab’s latest analysis on top CBD brands shows positive changes in a short period of time.

09.21.20

Weller Launches Sparkling Immunity, its First Non-CBD Product

The company specializes in sparkling water containing CBD and micronutrients.

09.10.20

Despite Optimism from Other Trade Groups, NPA Rejects New CBD Proposals

The trade organization believes that a proposed bill falls short by failing to establish a safe level of daily consumption.

09.08.20

Supplement and Hemp Industry Trade Associations Applaud Proposed CBD Legislation

The industry has called on Congress to provide FDA statutory authority to regulate hemp and hemp-derived CBD since the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill.

09.08.20

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Natural/Organic | World Markets

AHPA Hemp-CBD Congress to Talk Finances

Speakers will be deeply involved in the investment and analytics of the hemp-CBD sector.

08.24.20

AHPA to Host Virtual Hemp-CBD Summit to Help Companies Navigate the Marketplace

Speakers will include members of the FTC, the USDA, Sen. Ron Wyden, and industry leaders.

08.04.20

CV Sciences Expands Beyond CBD Territory with Launch of Immunity Products

The formulation is based on a traditional Chinese medicine remedy studied extensively for immune and respiratory health benefits.

07.29.20

2020 Branded Ingredient Directory

This guide is designed to help formulators evaluate ingredients for a range of health applications.

By Nutraceuticals World Staff 07.15.20

Synergies of Botanical Ingredients and CBD

CBD and botanical ingredients offer exciting synergies for product development, formulation, and innovation. Join us for a webcast on August 12 to learn more.

07.09.20

Hemp Industry Experts Call for Unity in Turbulent Years to Come

Murky regulatory status, competition from synthetic analogues, a global pandemic, and politics will present challenges to the hemp industry.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.26.20

Breaking News | Industry & Market News

Amin Talati Wasserman Makes Chamber Rankings of Top Law Firms

Chicago-based law firm ranked in the category of food and beverages: regulatory and litigation in the USA, nationwide.

05.04.20

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Industry & Market News | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Sports Nutrition

Innova Identifies Top Sports Nutrition Trends

Plant-based products, clean labels and greater personalization drive NPD.

05.04.20

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

Insurance Premiums: When ‘Estimated Annual Revenue’ Misses the Mark

Every business is facing unprecedented challenges amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Chris Morey, Bolton & Company 05.01.20

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | Regulatory News

FDA Warns CBD Companies to Discontinue Opioid-Related Claims

No CBD product has been approved for the treatment of opioid addiction, or for use as an opioid alternative.

04.23.20

Innova Markets Highlights Trend of New Ingredients Seeking Mainstream Status

The key to successful new ingredients is a rise in familiarity with potential benefits, the market research firm said.

03.24.20

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News

AHPA Caps Off First Decade of its Cannabis Committee

The committee was founded to assist companies in navigating legal landscapes and establishing best practices related to cannabis and hemp products.

03.10.20

Herbs & Botanicals | Pet Nutraceuticals | Regulations | Regulatory News

Trade Groups Criticize FDA Over Latest 'Can-Kicking' CBD Report

According to Natural Products Association and Council for Responsible Nutrition, FDA needs to step into the CBD market ASAP with its supplement rulebook.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.09.20

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Nancy Whiteman: Combining Cannabinoid Expertise with Premium Recipes

CEO of Wana Wellness discusses strict testing standards, product innovation, and what’s on the horizon.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group LLC 03.02.20

FoodChain ID Named Official Certification Body of the U.S. Hemp Authority

The USHA, founded in 2018, tapped the food safety organization responsible for the Non-GMO Project Verification labeling standard.

02.21.20

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals

2020 Trends & Resolutions

With a new decade comes a fresh opportunity to affect positive change in the nutrition marketplace and the health of motivated consumers.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 01.07.20

Breaking News | People News

NPA Taps New SVP for Scientific Affairs

Dr. Sibyl Swift joins the organization from the FDA.

01.06.20

Breaking News | Flavors & Colors | Supplier News

Flavorchem Releases 2020 Flavor & Trends Forecast

Sustainability, plant-based products, CBD, and smart snacking lead industry trends.

12.23.19

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Cannabinoid Testing & Quality: Michael Poleselli on the VivAssure Standard

Founder & CEO of Vivion Specialties discusses the company’s products, testing protocols, and regulatory expectations.

By Sheldon Baker 12.10.19

Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Herbs & Botanicals | Products | Quality & Safety

Elixinol Gains USDA Organic Certification for CBD Tincture

Company works closely with farmers in Colorado to ensure plants conform to high quality standards.

12.10.19

2020 State of the Industry: High Expectations

Second annual survey indicates strong degree of confidence for the future, but regulations, quality, and safety issues remain points of concern.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 12.04.19

Getting Ahead of the Curve: Cognitive Fitness

Across the board, consumers need solutions for emotional health, energy/sleep, focus, and mental performance.

By Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan & Dr. Catherine Adams Hutt, Sloan Trends, Inc. 12.04.19

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

State of the Industry: Healthy Yet Cloudy?

By all accounts, the dietary supplement and nutritional product industry is vibrant, dynamic, and lucrative.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 12.04.19

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Products

Vitafusion Enters CBD Market

Full spectrum hemp extract gummy supplements target sleep and relaxation.

12.03.19

CRN: FDA Misguides Consumers on CBD While Abdicating Regulatory Authority

Agency should open the dietary supplement lane to CBD and enforce the laws and regulations for those products.

11.27.19

NPA: Warning Letters Won’t Protect Consumers from Looming CBD Crisis

Association calls for ‘real action’ and urges FDA to set safe level for daily use.

11.26.19

FDA Sends Latest Round of Warning Letters on CBD & Cites Safety Concerns

Agency notes data gaps about CBD toxicity and concerns about potential harm.

11.26.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulatory News

Balanced Health Botanicals Self-Affirms GRAS Status of Full Spectrum CBD extract and Isolate

Dossiers were developed and submitted to a third-party panel of toxicologists to determine safety, the company said.

11.15.19

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Regulations | Regulatory News

Fifth Annual Dietary Supplements Regulatory Summit Scheduled for May 27 in Washington, D.C.

One-day summit will feature updates and insights from top FDA officials from the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs and industry experts.

11.15.19

AHPA President Michael McGuffin Discusses Challenges & Opportunities for Hemp & CBD

Companies should comply with established regulations for dietary supplement and food products to ensure quality and safety.

11.05.19

The Wild West Sells More than Just CBD

Self-determined GRAS is not a cure-all for NDINs, so be responsible and conduct the necessary safety and toxicology work.

By Todd Harrison, Venable 11.05.19

Botanical Science: Post-Exercise Benefits & Neuroprotective Potential

AHPA compiles recent research on botanicals and plant compounds published in peer-reviewed journals.

By Holly Johnson, PhD, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 11.05.19

Key Trends in Functional Foods & Beverages for 2020

Delivering multiple benefits that align with consumer concerns will increasingly be the basis for future success in health and wellness.

By Julian Mellentin, Director, New Nutrition Business 11.05.19

Podcast: U.S. Supplement Usage Reaches All-Time High

Trust in safety, quality and efficacy is strong, but there’s room for improvement.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 11.04.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | Regulatory News

USDA Establishes Domestic Hemp Production Program

Interim rule includes provisions for agency to approve hemp production plans developed by states and Indian tribes.

11.01.19

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Natural Products Association Offers Perspective 25 Years Since DSHEA Passage

Legislation established framework for safe supplements while fostering innovation and research.

10.29.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Regulations | Regulatory News

Federal Agencies Warn Company Marketing Unapproved CBD Products

‘These actions should send a message to the broader market about complying with FDA requirements,’ says Acting FDA Commissioner.

10.22.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News

Sustainable Herbs Program Welcomes Inaugural Members of New Advisory Group

Professionals bring many years of experience working on disciplines related to botanical raw material sourcing, sustainability, and botany.

10.22.19

CBD Poll Suggests Consumers Confused About Safety and Regulations

Seventy percent of registered voters believe FDA should have already established safety standards for CBD products.

10.22.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Medical Nutrition

Beyond CBD: Emerging Cannabinoids are the Future for CPG Success

The stampede toward cannabidiol presents a prime opportunity for new and innovative product development.

By Steve Kazemi, COO, Precision Plant Molecules 10.14.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Bluebird Botanicals: Earning Trust Through Quality & Customer Service

Founder and CEO Brandon Beatty aims to be the voice of reason in the CBD industry, guiding consumers to accurate scientific information.

By Sheldon Baker 10.14.19

BI Debuts Full Spectrum Hemp Extract Powder and Hemp Protein Concentrates

Products undergo stringent quality analysis including heavy metals, pesticides, and species identification with DNA verification.

10.14.19

Alkemist Labs Unveils Next Generation Transparency Consumer-Friendly CofA for Identity Testing

CEO Elan Sudberg to speak about testing at CBD Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 16.

10.10.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals

CBD Talk Podcast Host Dawn Peacock: Slashing Stigmas & Countering Misinformation

Podcast focused on relaying science to the public in a way that’s easy to understand.

By Sheldon Baker 10.08.19

CBD in the Clinic: How Practitioners View Life After the Farm Bill

Holistic, functional medicine practitioners see therapeutic value of CBD and have confidence in its efficacy for a range of common health concerns.

By Erik Goldman, Holistic Primary Care 10.07.19

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

CBD Insurance: ‘The Perfume of the Premium’ Strengthens

The insurance marketplace for hemp growers and CBD manufacturers will continue to expand.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group LLC 10.07.19

Securing CBD Insurance Requires Proper Broker Vetting

High premiums demand careful shopping parameters.

By Greg Doherty 10.07.19

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Omega-3s

Don’t Look Directly into the Spotlight

Brands should be careful not to lose focus amid all the hype around CBD.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 10.07.19

Herbal Supplements Post Strongest Sales Growth in Two Decades

CBD, botanicals for immunity, mushrooms, goji berry, Ayurvedic herbs, and adaptogens among top-sellers.

09.23.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Regulations

CRN: Clear Legal Plan & FDA Enforcement Can Ensure Safety & Benefits of CBD

Association implores FDA to exercise statutory discretion.

09.23.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Testing

NSF International Adds Testing Services for Hemp and CBD Industry

Public health organization committed to providing services that help manufacturers produce, products that meet GMPs.

09.20.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Inflammation | Research | Research News

NIH Studies to Assess Cannabis Phytochemicals for Pain Management

The cannabis plant contains more than 110 cannabinoids and 120 terpenes, but THC is the only compound that’s been studied extensively.

09.19.19

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Packaging

Labels Help Bring CBD Products to Life

In competitive, booming market, brand owners need to consider what’s inside and outside of the product.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.10.19

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

CBD Regulatory Status Update: The Chaos Continues

FDA already has the authority to create a legal pathway for cannabidiol. It just needs the will to implement it.

By Todd Harrison, Venable 09.09.19

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | World Markets

Regulatory Harmonization in Europe: CBD Case Study

Despite long-standing efforts, many EU regulatory standards are still out of alignment.

By Joerg Gruenwald, analyze & realize ag 09.09.19

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends

Clearing Up Chaos in the Modern Nutraceuticals Market

Demand for novel, holistic wellness solutions has pushed the industry in new territory.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.09.19

Topicals & Ingestibles Head in New Directions

Familiar companies and new players are adding a glow to the beauty supplement business.

By Imogen Matthews, Consultant 09.03.19

The CBD Craze: Still Only the Beginning

Consumers are craving hemp products, and brands are set to deliver despite regulatory uncertainty.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 09.03.19

Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | World Markets

Cannabis: The Next Big Thing in China’s Beauty Market?

With international buzz, the application of hemp and its derivatives for cosmetic products could see significant expansion in China.

By Ally Dai, Correspondent 09.03.19

Product Development Guide Beauty Formulation & Supplier Directory

This sourcing guide is designed to help companies find active ingredients for topical and ingestible beauty formulations.

Compiled By Nutraceuticals World & Happi Staff 09.03.19

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Cannovia: Clearing Up CBD Market Confusion

CEO Brian Baum discusses the future of CBD innovation and product development.

By Sheldon Baker 08.30.19

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News

Quarter of U.S. Adults Managing Health with Foods & Beverages

Consumers expressed most interest in elderberry, CBD, and Mānuka honey, according to NPD Group .

08.27.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Emerald Bioceuticals: Broad Support for the Endocannabinoid System

With a 25-year history of leading innovative and cutting-edge companies, Jade Beutler is an accomplished natural products industry executive.

By Sheldon Baker 08.12.19

CBD Formulas from Garden of Life Certified THC-Free

Dr. Formulated line includes liquid drops, softgels, and sprays.

08.05.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Balanced Health Botanicals: Fueling The CBD Movement

CEO Chase Terwilliger discusses the good, the bad, and the future of hemp and CBD.

By Sheldon Baker 08.02.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Packaging

Consumers Drive Advances in Nutraceuticals Market

Shifting consumption habits are pushing industry to reexamine packaging formats and consider new innovations.

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News

Jones Soda Investment to Yield CBD-Infused Beverages

Strategic financing to help grow and enhance product portfolio.

07.22.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Nutrition Bars & Snacks | Products

Smart Baking Company Launches Smartcakes PLUS Hemp CBD

Snack food is gluten-free, sugar-free and low-carb with 25 mg of hemp CBD.

07.22.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News

Sunsoil CBD Doubles Vermont Acreage to Meet Demand

CBD manufacturer focused on quality, simplicity, and accessibility.

07.09.19

Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Testing

Mile High Labs: Stephen Mueller & The Mile High Monster

As chief technology officer and founder, he is the technical visionary of Mile High Labs and is designing/building and operating the future of hemp extraction.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group LLC 07.03.19

Herbs & Botanicals

Area Code 420 Has Arrived

Introducing Nutraceuticals World’s new Q&A column featuring entrepreneurs in the CBD, cannabis, hemp, and cannabinoid markets.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group LLC 07.03.19

Charlotte’s Web Introduces Hemp Extract-Infused Gummies

Plant-based gummy formulas target sleep, calm, and recovery.

06.26.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Research | Research News

Cannabidiol Shows Antibiotic Capabilities

New science shows CBD may be effective at killing gram-positive bacteria, including some that have become resistant to antibiotics.

06.26.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Products

Gaia Herbs Launches Premium Full Spectrum Hemp Line

Herbal company introduces 10 mg and 20 mg product made with sun-grown American hemp flowers.

06.14.19

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals

Elixinol & RFI Partner to Launch Joint Venture, Infusion Strategies

Elixinol will provide hemp expertise and RFI will manage day-to-day operations.

06.13.19

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Regulations

Amin Talati Adds Wasserman to Law Firm Name

Regulatory and intellectual property law firm to continue expansion in core areas.

06.10.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety

UNPA Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Hemp Industries Association

MOU aims to promote the advancement of hemp foods and dietary ingredient and product standards.

06.10.19

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety

EAS Assists Food & Hemp Firms with GRAS Submissions

Firm provides comprehensive services through all phases of the technical GRAS or self-GRAS filing process.

06.07.19

Levagen PEA: A Legal Answer to CBD’s Issues

PEA works within the Endocannabinoid System and has more than 21 studies backing its effectiveness.

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Sweeteners

Move Over Mainstream, Healthy Foods Are Here to Stay

Thanks to the efforts of flavor and color companies, healthy products are officially upstaging sugar-laden, artificially flavored/colored counterparts.

By Becky Wright, Contributing Writer 06.03.19

Geocann and Atrium Innovations Launch VESIsorb Formulated Hemp Products

Patented cannabinoid formulations to be released under leading healthcare professional brands.

05.30.19

Gencor Partners with Cannabis Researcher to Promote CBD Alternatives

Dr. Piomelli is an expert in the study of cannabis, its health benefits and risks, and the endocannabinoid system.

05.21.19

Bone & Joint Health | Inflammation | Research | World Markets

OptiPEA Offers an Alternative to ‘Problem Child’ CBD

Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) from Innexus Nutraceuticals provides a safe solution for chronic pain.

05.06.19

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

‘Can I Get Liability Insurance for My ‘Illegal’ CBD Products?

The short answer is yes, but let’s explore in more detail.

By Greg Doherty, Bolton & Company 05.02.19

Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Healthy Aging

Follow the Science

Across the board, people want to take control of their own well-being.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.02.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Medical Nutrition | Mood Health & Sleep | Products

Emerald Health Bioceuticals Partners with Emerson Ecologics to Offer CBD for Practitioners

Cannabis-free supplements support the endocannabinoid system.

04.30.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Research | Research News

Cannabidiol Could Help Deliver Medications to the Brain

CBD attached to lipid nanocapsules helped cross the blood-brain barrier in vitro and in vivo.

04.18.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Regulations

CRN Opens Membership to Include CBD Companies

Association to pursue regulatory path forward.

04.08.19

Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | World Markets

CBD Products—A European Perspective

Business has been booming, but the regulatory environment will start to catch up.

By Joerg Gruenwald, analyze & realize ag 04.01.19

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Full Steam Ahead

Collaboration across disciplines can help build a better community and assist consumers committed to improving their health.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.01.19

Coromega Debuts Cannabidiol Supplement Coromega Max CBD

Each shot precisely delivers 10mg of broad-spectrum CBD oil in a measured serving.

03.28.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations | Regulatory News

AHPA Adopts Guidance Policy on Hemp & Hemp-Derived CBD Products

Supplements and foods that contain hemp or CBD should be manufactured in compliance with applicable federal regulations.

03.28.19

GW Pharmaceuticals Receives ABC Tyler Award for Phytomedicinal Research

UK-based company has pioneered cannabis-based drug development for serious conditions.

03.25.19

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Mood Health & Sleep | Products

Navitas Organics Launches Superfood Wellness Shots & Plant-Based Latte Mixes

Superfood company targets convenience and health with new functional beverages.

03.15.19

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb to Resign

Will agency move forward on efforts to amend DSHEA and pursue a regulatory path for CBD?

03.11.19

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | People News | Regulations

Duffy MacKay Departing Council for Responsible Nutrition to Join CV Sciences

He will oversee the scientific and regulatory affairs department of the hemp CBD supplier/manufacturer.

03.04.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | Regulatory News

FDA to Hold Meeting on Regulatory Status of CBD in April

Agency to explore development of a regulatory pathway for the use of cannabidiol in dietary supplements.

03.04.19

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

An Update on CBD Product Liability Insurance

Passage of the Farm Bill has had a positive effect on availability and premium cost.

By Greg Doherty, Bolton & Company 03.01.19

CBD: Myths vs. Science

Amid all the hype around cannabidiol, better understanding of the endocannabinoid system, sources, dosage, and research is overdue.

By Gene Bruno and Anthony Zolezzi, Twinlab 03.01.19

CBD and Collagen Rise in Popularity as Use Softens for More Common Supplements

Vitamin D and fish oil still rank highest among supplement users, according to annual ConsumerLab survey.

02.26.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Mergers & Acquisitions

Tilray Buys Hemp-Foods Company Manitoba Harvest for $318 Million

Company has plans to launch a line of CBD-containing hemp extracts and a line of wellness bars this summer.

02.22.19

Podcast: Talking Hemp & CBD 101 with AHPA’s Jane Wilson

The organization’s director of program development walks us through hemp and cannabidiol basics, a regulatory overview, and category predictions.

Lisa Olivo, Associate Editor 02.20.19

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Regulations | Regulatory News

AHPA Revises Hemp-CBD Status Report

The new draft addresses the recent FDA statement on hemp, CBD, and the 2018 Farm Bill; as well as state and tribal authority.

02.01.19

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Regulations | Regulatory News

Hemp Acreage in U.S. Triples in 2018

Vote Hemp’s Crop Report documents industrial cultivation and state legislation.

01.29.19

Consumer Trends | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Healthcare Trends

Chefs Name Cannabis-Infused Foods & Beverages as Top Trends for 2019

Survey indicated Americans crave foods that not only nourish them but also help sustain the planet.

Shimadzu’s Hemp Analyzer Provides Determination of Cannabidiol and Cannabinoid Content

Package includes all required hardware, software, consumables, and analysis workflow.

01.17.19

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

2018 Farm Bill Brings Victory for Hemp, Uncertainty for CBD

While hemp and its derivatives can now be legal dietary ingredients, the status of CBD is still in doubt.

By Lisa Olivo, Associate Editor 01.14.19

Consumer-Focused Podcast from Twinlab Aims to Clarify CBD Confusion

Gene Bruno, MS, MHS, will host the bi-monthly video podcast, ‘The Science of CBD.’

01.10.19

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

The Magical Mystery Tour Also Known as Cannabis Sativa

What’s in the new Farm Bill and what does it mean for hemp and CBD?

By Todd Harrison & Meryl Nolan, Venable 01.03.19

Healthy Snacking: Matching Lifestyle with Nutrition

Consumers demand a range of natural products that deliver health benefits in convenient formats.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 01.03.19

Trend Spotlight for 2019

As companies embark on a new year, here’s a handful of trends and themes to consider.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 01.03.19

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety | Regulations

FDA Launches Dietary Supplement Working Group

Industry trade associations respond to FDA’s proposed re-evaluation of dietary supplement regulation.

12.13.18

Dietary Supplements | Functional Foods & Beverages | Healthy Aging

Betting on Health & Wellness

Consumers are taking a proactive approach to health, driving sales in dietary supplements and functional nutrition products.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 12.06.18

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulations

Availability of CBD Liability Insurance (and Actual Coverage) is Often Scarce

The wild west of CBD is fraught with perils, not the least of which is buying liability insurance you can rely on.

By Greg Doherty, Bolton & Company 12.06.18

Potential for Natural Health Products in Canada Shifting into High Gear

Demand for natural, clean label, healthy products has taken hold in Canada. Investment resources are keeping pace.

By Shelley King, MSc, MBA, CEO, Natural Products Canada 12.06.18

10 Healthy Snack Trends for 2019

Nearly 5,000 food and nutrition experts predict 2019's developing ingredients, flavors, and wellness practices.

12.04.18

Demystifying the Regulatory Status of CBD

The hype and the legal issues surrounding cannabinoids need context, and you probably need a lawyer.

By Todd Harrison, Venable 11.01.18

Dietary Supplements | Functional Foods & Beverages | Green Foods | Herbs & Botanicals | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Green Foods: Whole Nutrition for Health-Minded Consumers

Plant protein and cannabinoid-derived products lead the market of green ingredients.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 10.01.18

Active Ingredients for Mood & Sleep, A-Z

Nutritional ingredients take aim at mental wellness and relaxation.

By Lisa Olivo, Associate Editor 10.01.18

Consumer Trends | Mood Health & Sleep

Finding Balance Amid Chaos

People are hungry for natural products that can help them manage daily stress and sleep issues.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 10.01.18

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety | Regulatory News

CV Sciences Self-Affirms GRAS Status of Hemp Extract

Designation implies product line is considered safe for use in foods under the conditions of intended use.

09.11.18

Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | World Markets

The Science of Cannabis & Cannabinoids

Demand for Cannabis-based products is reaching fever-pitch.

By Dilip Ghosh, PhD, FACN, nutriConnect 09.10.18

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Medical Nutrition | Regulations

Confusion Over Cannabis & The Fate of CBD

Fair and reasonable or not, FDA could very well be a major buzzkill in the CBD supplement sector.

By Erik Goldman, Holistic Primary Care 07.02.18

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | Regulatory News

FDA Approves First Drug with Active Ingredient Derived from Marijuana

Agency prepared to take action against ‘illegal marketing of CBD-containing products with serious, unproven medical claims.'

06.25.18

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | Regulatory News

American Botanical Council: Schedule 1 Status of Cannabis ‘Outdated and Inappropriate’

Non-profit recommends action to enable access of cannabis and its components for medicinal investigations.

04.27.18

Omax Health Unveils Alpha & Omega Cognitive Boost

Supplement designed to support memory, focus, and concentration.

04.19.18

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | People News

Raphael Mechoulam Receives ABC Norman R. Farnsworth Excellence in Botanical Research Award

Dr. Mechoulam has been investigating cannabis compounds for more than 50 years.

03.19.18

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Quality & Safety

ConsumerLab Tests How Much Cannabidiol is In CBD and Hemp Oils

Company reviewed the clinical evidence, and purchased and tested popular CBD and hemp products in the U.S.

02.19.18

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News

Millennials Focus on Fresh, Fitness, and Flavor

Study confirms millennials’ role in transforming the food, beverage, and supplement categories.

11.01.17

CBDfx Releases 100% Vegan CBD Gummy Bears & CBD Tincture

The flagship products are GMO-free, 100% vegan, and fully organic.

10.06.17

Millennials Focus on Fresh, Fitness, and Flavor

Research shows consumer perspectives on food, beverages and dietary supplements.

10.03.17

Breaking News | Industry & Market News

CBD-Oil & Legal Cannabis Revenues Continue to Escalate

More high-quality product lines introduced.

05.30.17

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News

Hemp Industry Sales Grow to $688 Million in 2016

Sales of hemp CBD products boosted the industry to a five year 22% CAGR, according to Hemp Business Journal.

04.25.17

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Quality & Safety | Regulations

FDA Finalizes Guide On Pet Foods Marketed with Disease Claims

Companies marketing CBD continue to take significant risks from a legal point of view.

Todd Harrison, Venable 06.01.16

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Regulations

FDA ‘Chills’ Cannabidiol Marketplace

Agency sent a series of warning letters to companies marketing dietary supplements containing CBD oil on Feb. 9.

Robert T. Hoban, Esq., Managing Partner, Hoban & Feola, LLC 02.22.16

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Nutrition’s Growing Role in Fighting Inflammation

Scientific understanding of how to address inflammation through dietary strategies may help to control many chronic diseases.

Dilip Ghosh, PhD, FACN, Director, nutriConnect 01.05.15

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Regulations | Skin Health

From the Corners of the World: Wild Collected Botanicals

Creating global standards is imperative before societies lose the plants they depend on.

Paul Altaffer & Grant Washington-Smith 07.01.08

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