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Nitrate Intake Linked to Muscle Function Independent of Physical Activity Levels

While physical activity certainly heightened the benefit, this was the first study to demonstrate efficacy in standalone nitrate supplementation.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.14.21

Blueberry and Soluble Fiber Supplementation Evidenced to Reduce Risk of Gestational Diabetes

The pilot study found that the combination reduced excess gestational weight gain and improved glycemic control and inflammation in pregnant women with obesity.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.13.21

AHPA Releases Five Updated Entries to Botanical Safety Handbook

A new promotion includes access to both the Botanical Safety Handbook and admission to the upcoming Botanical Congress.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.13.21

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

GOED and MSC Partner on Webinar Covering Omega-3 Supplements and Sustainability

The discussion on May 20 will feature insights and data regarding consumer mindsets on marine sustainability initiatives.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.11.21

Ceratiq Phytoceramides Receives Approval for Sale and Beauty Claim in South Korea

The cosmeceutical ingredient has received a Certificate of Functional Ingredient for Functional Health Foods from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.10.21

U.K. CBD Market Booms During Lockdown

As of 2021, the estimated market size of the CBD industry is now 690 million pounds.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

IFT Virtual Conference Covers Future Projections, Strategies for New Dietary Guidelines Education

The two-day conference focused on how the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans can simplify healthy eating across life stages.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

EverGrain, Bright Future Foods Collaborate on Sustainable Supply Chain Project

The new collaboration between the Anheuser-Busch- and Post Holdings-backed companies will focus on new sustainable functional foods.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

HP Ingredients Granted Product License for ParActin from Health Canada

The botanical ingredient, sourced from Andrographis paniculata, was formulated to promote joint health.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

Fruit d’Or Launches Whole Fruit Cranberry Ingredients for Gummies

The new formulation capacity will provide new ways to capitalize on the FDA-qualified cranberry health claim.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.05.21

Intake of Omega-3s and Omega-6s May Be Predictors of Sleep Disorders, Sleep Duration in Adults

This link was established via findings from NHANES between the years 2007 and 2016.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.03.21

Xtenergy Sustained Release Caffeine Shown to Support Nootropic Benefits

Compared to immediate-release caffeine, study participants reported sustained mood and alertness, and less jitters or tenseness.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.03.21

Consumer Trends | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic

What Do People Expect from ‘Clean Label’ Foods & Beverages?

As consumers become increasingly ingredient-conscious, clean and healthy eating will remain a vital part of everyday living.

By Marcela Chifu, Marketing Manager, Kline Consumer Products 05.03.21

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

Pycnogenol Evidenced to Have Skin Benefits in Dermatology Study

The branded French Maritime Pine Bark Extract was shown to retain skin moisture and elasticity, increase skin lightening, and reinforce skin barrier function.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.29.21

Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes Launches MuniSpore for Immune Support

The soil-based strain Bacillus clausii has been evidenced to have antioxidant effects on the immune system.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.27.21

Milk Consumption, Especially in Early Life, Linked to Reduced Asthma Risk

NHANES data suggest that low-fat milk, and regular milk consumption beginning early in life, had the most pronounced link to healthy lung function.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.26.21

Ancient Nutrition Seeks to Set Regenerative Agriculture Paradigm with R.A.N.C.H. Project

The regenerative agriculture project will aim to sequester carbon into the soil, improve water quality, and host 1 million superfood-bearing trees.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.26.21

Study Finds Omega-3 Index is Strong Risk Predictor of Premature Death

This new evidence solidifies overall life expectancy increases for those with a higher intake of EPA and DHA.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.23.21

Martin Bauer Announces Installation of Agile Filling System at Bethlehem, PA Facility

The newest line joins the company’s west coast bottling capabilities, expanding coverage for domestic clients.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.21.21

PepsiCo and Ingredion Begin Pilot Partnership with Soil and Water Outcomes Fund

The initiative will drive carbon sequestration, water quality improvements, and sustainable agriculture.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.21.21

Longvida Curcumin Extract Receives ANVISA Approval in Brazil

Through a partnership with Kilyos Nutrition, the curcumin extract has now achieved market availability in the country.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.20.21

Curcugen Curcumin Formulation Evidenced to Attenuate Post-Exercise Inflammation

500 mg of the water-soluble turmeric extract improved joint range of motion, soreness, and markers of inflammation and oxidative stress following exercise.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.20.21

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Mood Health & Sleep | Natural/Organic

Gaia Herbs Supports Veterans, Donates Hemp Products & Herbs to Local Group

Raw herbs will be used by group’s naturopathic doctor in herbal remedies for veterans, as well as other programs.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.20.21

Breaking News | Healthcare Trends | Industry & Market News | Natural/Organic | World Markets

Study Calls for Climate Change Action to Secure Global Food Supply

Climate change and the quality of nutrition are the major public health challenge of this decade, and maybe the century.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.20.21

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

PepsiCo Aims to Scale Regenerative Farming Across 7 Million Acres by 2030

Company’s aspires to source crops and ingredients in a way that accelerates regenerative agriculture and strengthens farming communities.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.20.21

Review Concludes Refined Grains Have a Place in Healthy Eating Patterns

While experts often say to avoid refined grains at all costs, a recent panel suggested they may play a role for many Americans.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.19.21

Study on Kemin’s DailyZz Botanical Blend Uncovers Sleep Quality, Next-Day Performance Benefits

The bedtime blend of polyphenol-rich botanicals supported benefits within 30 days.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

FDA’s Dr. Cara Welch Opening Speaker at the 9th AHPA Botanical Congress

The virtual event’s agenda will focus on the impact of COVID-19 on the botanicals industry.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

Arla Foods Enters New Partnership to Reduce Malnutrition With Dried Papaya Snack

The up-cycled papaya product will support the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition’s efforts to address malnutrition in Ethiopia.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

Metabolaid Botanical Extract Evidenced to Reduce Blood Pressure

The polyphenol-rich combination of hibiscus and lemon verbena saw efficacy in 84 days.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

Bunge Invests $47.5 Million in Australian Plant Proteins

The agreement makes Bunge the exclusive distributor for APP in the Americas and includes an option to license APP proprietary processing tech.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.14.21

Four-Week Fish Oil Regimen Showed Significant Muscular Damage Protection in Recent Study

Improvements in range of motion and serum creatine kinase levels following exercise suggests that EPA-rich fish oil has a unique sports nutrition benefit.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.13.21

Green Leafy Vegetable Intervention Reduces Marker of Colorectal Cancer Risk, Study Finds

The trial found that edging out red meat consumption in favor of greens reduced oxidative-related DNA damage, a marker of CRC risk, along with increasing circulating vitamin K1 levels.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.12.21

CGA-7 Green Coffee Extract by Vidya Herbs Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status

The coffee extract, formulated for metabolic health benefits, is now primed for the U.S. market.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.09.21

AHPA’s 9th Botanical Congress to Take Place May 24

The one-day virtual event will explore the unique challenges related to the pandemic that have directly impacted businesses.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.09.21

Pilot Study Suggests Tomato Powder has Superior Exercise Recovery Benefits to Lycopene

Tomatoes have additional micronutrients and bioactive components believed to synergistically boost the benefits tied to the popular carotenoid.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Consumer Trends | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Natural/Organic | Omega-3s

Delivering Dietary Supplements that Exceed Consumer Expectations

Sophisticated and innovative dosage formats can help position brands for success.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.08.21

AHPA Hires Glenn Christenson as Director of Communications and Marketing

In his role, Christenson will focus on member communications, media engagement, and promoting AHPA’s educational events.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.07.21

Caulipower Launches Plant-Based Pasta

Available in linguine and pappardelle, the new frozen gluten-free pasta has 230 calories per serving.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Ingredion Expands Specialty Ingredient Portfolio with Acquisition of Katech

The purchase will bring with it label-friendly ingredients and formulation solutions.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Cosmeceuticals / Nutricosmetics | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Natural/Organic | Skin Health

A Closer Look at cbdMD: A Wellness Company to Watch

This longtime proponent of cannabidiol components has branched out into personal care.

By Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor, Happi 04.01.21

Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program Publishes Olive Oil Lab Doc

The new publication covers over 90 laboratory analytical methods to authenticate olive oil.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.31.21

Humann Launches New SuperBeets Memory & Focus Chews

The polyphenol-rich chews are formulated to promote brain blood flow, support mental alertness, and help to reduce overall stress.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.31.21

Green Leafy Vegetables Essential for Muscle Function, New Study Finds

A nitrate-rich diet boosted the muscle function of lower limbs in 3,759 Australian participants.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.30.21

Resveratrol Evidenced to Reduce Markers of Endometriosis Progression in Women

Tissue samples from 40 patients showed that reductions in chronic inflammation improved gene expression of endometrial cells.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.26.21

Digestive Health | Natural/Organic | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Video Bites

PrebioM Prebiotic Delivers Functional Properties for Health Applications

Acme-Hardesty’s organic acacia ingredient offers range of benefits for foods, beverages, and supplements.

Videos Sean Moloughney, Editor

New Study Confirms Vegan Vitamin D3 Ingredient is Bioavailable

AIDP’s VegD3 raised participants’ vitamin D plasma levels by approximately 77.3% above baseline.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.25.21

Innova Discusses Trends in Plant Protein Expected for 2021

As plant proteins become a more prominent key feature, expect more innovations in products, sustainability, and clean-label simplicity.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.24.21

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