Herbs & Botanicals

Green Tea Extract Potentially Attenuates Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

The longer the study went on, the more responsive patients became to this polyphenol-rich compound in assessments of pain and nerve dysfunction.

07.29.21

Ashwagandha Ingredient Shown to Improve Sleep and Quality of Life

Ashwadaat, an Ashwagandha-based botanical ingredient, reduced cortisol levels to normal range within 30 days.

07.28.21

Astragalus Extract Attenuates Exercise-Induced Immunosuppression, Study Finds

The botanical ingredient modulated immune system responses to maximal physical exertion in a double-blind study.

07.27.21

Ingredients By Nature Acquires Sytrinol Brand

Sytrinol specializes in a citrus-palm fruit extract blend, containing high amounts of polymethoxylated flavones to target unhealthy cholesterol levels.

07.26.21

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Curcumin Formulation Study Confirms Enhanced Bioavailability

Curcugen curcumin extract offered 39-fold enhanced bioavailability capabilities over conventional curcuminoids 95%.

07.23.21

Capsaicin-Fenugreek Complex Linked to Weight Reduction, Appetite Improvements

The supplement formulation, Capsifen, was linked to significant drops in body weight, w/h ratio, and BMI, along with improvements in eating behavior.

07.22.21

Plant-Based Omega Gummies from Forest Remedies Feature Ahiflower

The omega 3-6-9 ahiflower oil is formulated to minimize oxidation and allow for stable dosages and flavors.

07.22.21

Trans-Resveratrol Hesperetin Combination Linked to ‘Reversals’ of Insulin Resistance

A recent clinical trial showed this supplement attenuated a key metabolic marker of type 2 diabetes.

07.21.21

Euromed Launches New Lemon Extract, Wellemon

The high-flavonone nutraceutical ingredient has greater bioavailability than orange extract, a recent clinical study found.

07.19.21

Lycored Partners with Herbalife Nutrition to Launch Herbalife SKIN LycoGlow

The phytonutrient blend is formulated to support skin smoothness, brightness, and firmness.

07.16.21

Herbal, Botanical Partners to Share Quality Information

Four nonprofit industry education organizations will freely provide hundreds of chemical fingerprints for herbal and botanical ingredients to researchers.

07.13.21

Open Book Extracts Appoints New Product Innovation Executives

Andrea Baillo, and Alexandra DePalma, both formerly of Green Thumb Industries, will lead OBX's research and development initiatives.

07.13.21

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Sabinsa’s Intellectual Property Eclipses 300 Patents Worldwide

Composition, use and process patents relate to category-leading ingredients as well as newer formulations.

07.13.21

Activity of Curcumin Supplements Highly Dependent on Formulation, Study Finds

A recently-published study found that a novel dried colloidal suspension formulation had significantly stronger absorption rates.

07.12.21

Defending the Roots of the Herbal Products Market

As demand accelerates for natural health solutions, industry stakeholders are prioritizing quality, consistency, and best practices for the long-term.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 07.12.21

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