Botanical Extracts

New herbal joint health blend debuts promising functional benefits

15-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new herbal formula for joint health has debuted on the market to compete with old category standbys glucosamine and chondroitin. The Indian/American company behind it says its vegan positioning and clinical backing sets it apart.

Wildcrafting pressures, move toward cultivation, supply bottlenecks to color botanical sourcing picture in 2021

15-Feb-2021 By Hank Schultz

The supply of botanical materials will continue to present challenges in 2021, experts said. Among the issues are the strain put on some wildcrafted sources, the possible move toward more cultivation and the dearth of sufficient shipping capacity to...

Gencor launches Caralluma fimbriata extract for stress and anxiety

03-Feb-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Gencor is offering a new ingredient for the growing stress management category with the launch of its Calmaluma-branded Caralluma fimbriata extract.

Paper summarizing antiviral evidence for botanical ingredients becomes global touchstone

22-Jan-2021 By Hank Schultz

A recent review paper that summarizes what’s known about the antiviral effects of various botanical ingredients has generated keen interest among researchers, according to one of the authors.

Botanical sourcing and sustainability priorities for 2021

16-Dec-2020 By By Michael McGuffin, President, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA)

Each New Year presents an opportunity to take stock of where we are and to reevaluate our priorities for the near- and long-term future. We each make our resolutions and then motivate ourselves to meet our goals, whether modest or lofty. With 2021 upon...

PLT's new combo botanical boosts muscle strength, size in study

16-Sep-2020 By Hank Schultz

PLT Health Solutions has launched a new sports nutriton ingredient backed by studies showing a major increase in strength and muscle size.

Sabinsa ups ante in amla debate, demands AFS disclose alleged added Vitamin C

01-Sep-2020 By Hank Schultz

Indian ingredient supplier Sabinsa Corp. has dialed up the pressure in its crusade about the chemical profile of amla with a legal action against fellow supplier Applied Food Sciences.

PLT says new boswellia ingredient solves flavor, solubility issues while expanding benefits to muscle recovery

26-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

PLT Health in concert with an Indian partner has launched a new boswellia ingredient whose flavor profile and solubility characteristics are claimed to open new doors for this longstanding botanical.

Watch now: More data available to support botanical immunity products to meet rising demand

24-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

As coronavirus cases trend back up in the United States demand for botanical ingredients to support immunity will continue unabated, a panel discussion concluded yesterday.

TODAY: Webinar to delve into the frenzy surrounding immune health ingredients

22-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

Consumers' interest in immune-boosting products remains at an all time high, and manufacturers are rushing to market with products to fill that need, including many botanical formulas.

Judge slaps permanent injunction on New York ‘bush doctors’

02-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

A judge has approved a permanent injunction order against the principals of a dietary supplement company who allegedly repeatedly ignored FDA warnings and inspection findings on illegal disease claims and other violations.

Robuvit French oak wood extract supports post-surgery recovery: Study

13-May-2020 By Danielle Masterson

A new double-blind, placebo-controlled study suggests that the antioxidant boosts physical and mental recovery following surgery.

Mouse study finds effects for little studied compound geniposide in NAFLD

17-Apr-2020 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found potentially interesting effects on non alcoholic fatty liver disease from geniposide, a rarely studies compound derived from a gardenia species.

From the editor's desk

Some truths endure, even through the confusions of today

27-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

Botanical ingredients have a history of thousands of years of supporting human health. As we enter springtime in the North Hemisphere it's comforting to reflect on the fact that that will still be true even as the current crisis passes.

Gaia finds commitment to traceability resonates with consumer base

04-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

A commitment to transparency and traceability can have a real ROI when it convinces consumers that a brand aligns with their ideals, said an official with Gaia Herbs.

News in Brief

Study: Why does orange flavonoid reverse obesity?

04-Mar-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

A molecule found in sweet oranges and tangerines could help to reverse obesity and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes, a new study in mice has reaffirmed, but their theory behind the mechanism of the effects has been ruled out.

ADM adds to Brazilian footprint with purchase of botanical extracts manufacturer

07-Jan-2020 By Hank Schultz

ADM has expanded its botanical ingredients footprint with the acquisition of a Brazilian manufacturer. The deal was announced on Jan. 7.

BI Nutraceuticals on hemp: "New gold rush in the nutritional industry"

06-Nov-2019

Over 17,000 ingredient buyers and suppliers attended SupplySide West, and one of the ingredients that made a big splash was hemp.

Tariffs starting to inflict real pain, trade association exec says

24-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

A vast and growing majority of American companies doing business in China have been negatively affected by the US-China trade war, an expert on the matter said at a recent meeting.

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.

Elderberry sales grow as demand increases for superfruits and functional ingredients

02-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

With the flu making its rounds, consumers are stocking up on different supplements to keep seasonal illnesses at bay.

Verdure tackles sustainability measures to secure Boswellia supply

25-Sep-2019 By Danielle Masterson

In a move toward incorporating sustainability practices into everyday life, Verdure Sciences is rolling out an initiative with their longtime supplier in India.

Editor's Spotlight

Alkemist Labs CEO: 'It’s the personal touch that really matters'

05-Jun-2019 By Adi Menayang

We spoke with Elan Sudberg, CEO of Alkemist Labs and winner of our NutraChampion award to learn about how he stays up to date with the latest science and technology, what keeps him up at night as CEO, and how the industry has changed since he first started.

Industry expert warns of dwindling natural resources and importance of clinically validated by-products for NPD

05-Apr-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Wastage minimisation, standardisation of herbal extracts, and catering to niche market segments are vital to longevity in APAC's nutraceutical market, according to a long-standing R&D expert.