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Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Natural/Organic | World Markets

Beyond COVID: How Does the Botanicals Industry Move On?

AHPA resources aim to assist companies in making informed decisions about sustainability and botanical supply chain stability.

By Holly Johnson, PhD, Chief Science Officer, American Herbal Products Association 05.13.21

Consumer Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Quality & Safety

Harvey’s All Naturals: Hemp Quality from the Ground Up

Harvey Craig, CEO and founder, discusses the company’s support for small farms and unique CBD products.

By Sheldon Baker, Baker Dillon Group LLC 05.03.21

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

Your Property, In the Hands of Others: How to Properly Insure Against Physical Damage

Are your products insured during storage or shipment?

By Chris Morey, Bolton & Company 05.03.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Medical Nutrition | Regulations

Medically Necessary Foods: Pricing & Reimbursement Considerations

Navigating the large and growing medical foods market requires understanding key dynamics.

By Gregory Stephens, Windrose Partners 04.08.21

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

Dual Tracking of New Ingredients as Dietary Supplements and Drugs

It’s possible to develop novel ingredients for both the dietary supplement and drug markets, but timing is important and there are gray areas.

By Todd Harrison, Venable 04.08.21

Dietary Supplements | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Regulations | World Markets

Probiotics & Prebiotics: The EU Ban is Shaking

Some countries have not accepted the European Commission’s limitations on the term ‘probiotic’ and have implemented their own interpretations.

By Joerg Gruenwald, analyze & realize ag 04.08.21

Herbs & Botanicals | Research

Botanical Research: Medicinal Mushrooms, Bacopa & the Brain, Green Tea & Depression

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

By Holly Johnson, PhD, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 04.08.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Immune Function | Medical Nutrition | Vitamins

Biden COVID Response Plan Overlooks Nutrition

Our field has a unique opportunity to demonstrate the merits of our products, and the principles and philosophies behind them.

By Erik Goldman, Holistic Primary Care 03.03.21

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

Open Book Extracts: Innovating for Tomorrow’s Market

Dave Neundorfer has a clear vision to deliver pure and consistent cannabinoids for a range of product types.

By Sheldon Baker 03.03.21

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations

The Evolution of Insurance for Hemp & CBD

Delta-8-THC is the latest wrinkle in the hemp-derived products market.

By Chris Morey, Bolton & Company 03.03.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Medical Nutrition | Regulations

The Off-Label On Ramp

With an expanding base of clinical research supporting nutritional interventions, off label use of dietary supplements and medical foods is likely to grow.

By Gregory Stephens, Windrose Partners, and Sheila Campbell, PhD, RD 01.19.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Immune Function | Regulations

‘Follow the Science’ Often Misses the Mark with Nutrition

The mantra too often ignores common sense approaches to improving health and quality of life.

By Todd Harrison, Venable 01.19.21

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | World Markets

CBD in Europe: News from the Front

A recent decision by the Court of Justice of the European Union has restored CBD’s status, and with it, the prospects of the entire industry.

By Joerg Gruenwald, analyze & realize ag 01.19.21

Cardiovascular Health | Herbs & Botanicals | Immune Function | Research | Weight Management/Weight Loss

Botanical Research: Botanicals & Immunity, Kava Challenges, Turmeric Therapeutics and More

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

By Holly Johnson, PhD, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 01.19.21

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

The Advantages of Organic, Broad Spectrum Hemp

Mike Hennesy, Wana Brands, discusses the company’s new gummies, innovation, and continuing market evolution.

By Sheldon Baker 12.04.20

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

Dietary Supplements | Regulations

A Business Perspective on Protecting Confidential Information: The NDA

Along with taking precautions in providing access to confidential information, a non-disclosure agreement can be a great way to protect your business.

By Gregory Stephens, Windrose Partners 11.09.20