Botanicals

FDA sends warning letter to CBD firm over coronavirus claims

02-Apr-2020 By Hank Schultz

The US Food and Drug Administration has issued another warning letter on COVID-19 claims. This one was issued to a Nevada company marketing CBD products.

Coronavirus: Spotlight on the Supply Chain

India lockdown affecting ashwagandha supply, but US inventories remain strong

02-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Supplies of the Ayurveda’s flagship herb Ashwagandha from India are tightening as the country goes on lockdown because of the novel coronavirus, but two leading US suppliers tell NutraIngredients-USA that their domestic inventories remain robust.

CRN UK highlights why essential nutrients have never been more essential

02-Apr-2020 By Will Chu

The ongoing threat of coronavirus could increase the potential for deficiencies in key micronutrients supporting the immune system, according to The Council for Responsible Nutrition UK (CRN UK).

Beetroot-based gel speeds up handgrip strength recovery in combat sports athletes: Study

01-Apr-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers from the Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism Research Group, Nutrition Institute, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, examined the effect of beetroot-based gel supplementation in recreational combat sport athletes. Specifically, they...

Ahiflower, hemp, monk fruit headline new product launches

01-Apr-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Despite the cancellation of Natural Products Expo West, many brands are pushing ahead and insisting the show must go on. From supplements for first responders to multivitamins for babies, the latest products to launch offer something for everyone.

Coronavirus: Spotlight on the Supply Chain

Potential supplement supply bottlenecks identified in response to federal government request

01-Apr-2020 By Hank Schultz

The US Department of Agriculture has contacted stakeholders in the dietary supplement industry to potential problems in the supply chain of dietary supplements in light of the current coronavirus crisis.

Curaleaf buoyed by increase in hemp oil demand during crisis

30-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

Consumers seem to be turning to hemp and cannabis products during the current crisis, which has buoyed the near term outlook for Curaleaf, one of the largest companies in the sector, which posted strong revenue growth in its recent annual report.

CBD could play role in dealing with resistant microorganisms

27-Mar-2020 By Danielle Masterson

As antibiotic resistance reaches dangerously high levels, scientists are researching ways to halt this alarming trend.

NutraCast Podcast: Momentous CEO Matt Wan on sports nutrition

27-Mar-2020 By Danielle Masterson

In this episode, NutraCast talks with Matt Wan, founder & CEO of Momentous, a sports nutrition startup dedicated to creating no-compromise products that support the improvement of personal performance.

CRN: Paper on supplement-drug interplay adds to body of knowledge without overemphasizing safety issues

27-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

A recent paper detailing potential supplement-drug interactions gives a good overview of the issue without overemphasizing the potential safety concerns, an industry expert says.

Melinjo tree seed extract may reduce obesity and diabetes

27-Mar-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

A seed extract from the Indonesian Melinjo tree may reduce the risk of obesity and diabetes, according to a double-blind, randomised placebo-controlled clinical study among healthy young subjects.

Researchers highlight need for more responsible CBD labeling

26-Mar-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The increasing popularity of cannabidiol (CBD) only underscores the need for accurate and informative labeling of hemp and hemp-derived CBD products, according to researchers.

Leaves of Siberian ginseng and drynariae rhizome stems may enhance cognitive functions, Japan RCT

25-Mar-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

A combination two plant extracts, ginseng and Rhizoma, could enhance cognitive function in healthy adults, suggests the findings of a new RCT.

CBD pioneer Charlotte’s Web exits startup phase with $95 million in revenue, acquisition

24-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

CBD firm Charlotte’s Web reported $94.6 million in revenue in its annual report and announced an acquisition that expands its distribution into topical products.

Pomegranate polyphenols show conflicting results in strength training study

23-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

The polyphenols in pomegranate juice beneficially affected the balance of steroidal hormones among trained weightlifters but did not cut an inflammation marker, a recent study found.