Botanicals

Don't forget the terpenes, hemp expert says

23-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

A rush to market for CBD has left the terpenes in hemp out in the cold. An expert in the space said there is much potential benefit yet to be discovered in these fractions of the plant.

Sibelius Natural Products unveils new chamomile sleep aid

23-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Research has shown Roman chamomile to be efficacious for restful sleep and immune support applications.

Report predicts 2.3 million acres of hemp in US by 2023, up from 78,000 in 2018

23-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

Hemp cultivation will ramp up markedly according to a new report, raising questions of whether the supply cart is getting ahead of the processing horse.

Naturex struts flagship turmeric ingredient at SupplySide West

22-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

NutraIngredients-USA caught up with the plant extraction and ingredient developer at SupplySide West in Las Vegas to hear about their latest ingredients and insights on key trends in the industry.

NPA says poll confirms consumers’ desire for CBD regulations

22-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

A new poll shows many consumers would stop using CBD products if they knew FDA has not yet set regulations around them. The poll was commissioned by the Natural Products Association.

News in brief

Sustainable Herbs Program forms advisory group

22-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

The Sustainable Herbs Program has announced the formation of its initial Advisory Board, which includes 16 experts from the fields of herbal product formulation and research.

Powered by potato? Spuds ‘just as good’ as carb gels for athletic performance, says study

22-Oct-2019 By Nathan Gray

Consuming potato puree works just as well as a commercial carbohydrate gel when it comes to maintaining blood sugar levels and boosting athletic performance, researchers report.

Pilot study hints at potential of Rhodiola-Cordyceps mix for body composition benefits

21-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of Rhodiola crenulata and Cordyceps sinensis may enhance training-related body composition adaptions in young people, suggests a small preliminary study from Taiwan.

UNPA announces hemp policy, signs up first CBD member

17-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

The United Natural Products Alliance has announced a new policy on hemp extracts while at the same time announcing its first member engaged exclusively in the business.

GNC rolls out personalized vitamin pack subscription service

17-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Called GNC4U, the new monthly subscription service from GNC is based on recommendations gleamed from individual health needs, lifestyle goals, and DNA analysis.

'Potent' saffron extract debuts at SupplySide West

17-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Affron Saffron, a formulation boasting a low dosage threshold, proven bioavailability and rapid one-hour absorption, will be unveiled this week in Las Vegas.

From the editor's desk

Matching performance to promises holds key to personalized nutrition success

16-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

The personalized nutrition revolution holds huge potential for the dietary supplement industry. But matching promises to performance will be the key to keeping that goose alive until it can deliver the golden eggs.

Personalized nutrition: Who’s driving M&A activity in the category?

15-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

We’re already seeing consolidation in the personalized nutrition space, with Nestlé Health Science and DSM just two of the multinationals putting their money into the category.

New palm fruit ingredient touts sustainability, health benefits

15-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

The developer of a new palm oil ingredient sourced from a reliably sustainable plantation intends to make a splash at SupplySide West trade with information on brain, heart health benefits.