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The Functional Mushroom Council (FMC) has launched as a nonprofit industry organization representing North American functional mushroom growers, suppliers and brands, with a focus on research, education and quality standards.
Almost 25% of commercial ginseng products may be adulterated, with dietary supplements at greater risk than powdered ginseng root or ginseng tea, says a new scoping review from the ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP).
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Supplement start-up 3 Waves Wellness is putting the gut-brain-heart axis at the center of a new approach to health, where mental fitness, metabolic health and emotional resilience drive performance and longevity.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has denied a petition from the Alliance for Natural Health USA (ANH-USA) seeking to allow over 115 ‘government-backed’ disease risk reduction health claims.
With a renewed focus on self-care and a deeper appreciation for healthspan, older consumers present an important and valuable demographic for the active nutrition sector.
Over 60% of products containing lavender contained less or none of the three main marker compounds for lavender, says a recent analysis of 73 herbal medicinal products and dietary/food supplements on the global market.
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Seven days of Rhodiola rosea supplementation improved strength, endurance and cognitive function in resistance-trained athletes, according to a new study published in Nutrients.
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The Trump Administration issued an executive order today directing federal agencies to finalize the rescheduling of marijuana to Schedule III and to develop a new regulatory framework for hemp-derived cannabinoid products, including CBD.
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As the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) readies for the new year, we pause to reflect on a period of profound change and robust growth, navigating an increasingly complex landscape of regulation, market trends and policy shifts. This year, we...
Turmeric- or curcumin-containing natural health products (NHPs) in Canada must update their labels to warn about the risk of hepatotoxicity, following a review by Health Canada of the available information.
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Daily supplementation with an extract of Cyperus rotundus, also known as nutgrass, for 90 days led to 7% reductions in body weight, waist and hip circumference, says a new randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study from Sabinsa.
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Tariffs meant to boost U.S. manufacturing might actually be pushing companies away from American investment. Chase Johnston, vice president of operations at Arjuna Natural, breaks down how rapidly shifting tariff rates are creating chaos for the...
The U.S. Marshals Service has seized approximately 73,000 units of 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) products from three firms in Missouri, the U.S. FDA announced.
The hallmarks of aging are all connected, but not all are amenable to dietary intervention. Ingredient giant dsm-firmenich is focusing on four specific hallmarks that can be targeted via supplementation.
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A lawmaker in Michigan has filed a bill to prohibit the sale of weight loss and muscle building products to minors. The Council for Responsible Nutrition said the bill is “premised on a misunderstanding of both the science and the regulation of dietary...
Two decades ago, the U.S. botanical industry was plagued with widespread adulteration and a lack of quality testing—a reality that inspired Cal Bewicke and Leo Liu to launch Ethical Naturals. The company recently celebrated 20 years of doing “the ethical...
The Trump Administration has revised and expanded the tariff exemption list to include botanicals such as green and black tea, cinnamon, ginger and turmeric.
The founder of premium women’s health supplement brand Lyma signaled an opportunity for UK brands to contest health claim restrictions during last week’s Nutra Healthspan Summit.
Robert Lewandowksi, one of the top goalscorers in Bundesliga and Champions League history, has signed on as global brand ambassador for KSM-66 Ashwagandha.
A new wave of research is addressing the unique needs of women across life stages, with Waleria Healthtech leading the charge through clinical trials on menopause symptom relief and sexual wellness.
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The latest batch of testing of dietary supplements purchased online by natural product manufacturer NOW has revealed widespread quality issues among “no-name” St. John’s wort brands, with several samples found to contain synthetic dyes.
Daily supplementation with MitoPure urolithin A may help maintain immune function with age and protect against inflammaging, says data from a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Supplementation with urolithin A, a pomegranate metabolite, may improve aerobic endurance and jump performance in academy soccer players during preseason training, says a new study.
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A cow’s milk curd supplement enriched with collagen and plant extracts increased enzymatic activity of the antioxidant system, decreased inflammatory markers and modulated immune and metabolic markers when administered to rats, according to a recent study.
Gencor Pacific has spun out its nutraceutical division as a separate company under the name Saanroo.
Global ingredient distributor and formulation specialist IMCD has announced the launch of supercritical carbon dioxide extract of kava for U.S. and Canadian brands seeking higher levels of kavalactones.
The inaugural Nutra Healthspan Summit will take place in London on Nov. 12 and 13, featuring a star-studded line-up of speakers who will cut through the hype to explore our current knowledge and understanding around aging and where nutritional approaches...
A new ingredient produced through plant-cell cultivation is positioning itself as a high-efficiency alternative to conventional strawberry extracts, addressing longstanding challenges in consistency, potency and sustainability for dietary supplement and...
A single dose of coffeeberry extract may enhance soccer skill performance particularly passing speed and accuracy, says a new study with young players.
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