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More research needed on OTC products commonly used for anxiety

By Matt Chittock

A new UK review has revealed a critical gap in research on over-the-counter (OTC) products widely used to manage anxiety, noting that few trials have examined the effects of these supplements when taken alongside antidepressants.

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EHPM expresses concerns on recent European HoA report on Food Supplements

By Livia Menichetti, Director General of the European Federation of Associations of Health Product Manufacturers (EHPM)

A recent report from the Heads of Food Safety Agencies (HoA) in Europe raised concerns about 13 ingredients in food supplements, including melatonin, piperine, and curcumin. In this guest article, the European Federation of Associations of Health Product...

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Wine-making by-product improves eye health in diabetics: Study

By Olivia Haslam

Maltodextrinated Grape Pomace Extract (MaGPE) supplementation reduces retinal swelling and oxidative stress, improving visual outcomes in diabetic retinopathy (DR) patients, according to new research published in the journal Nutrients.

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Kaempferol may boost physical activity, sleep quality: Study

By Priyom Bose

Daily consumption of kaempferol, a plant flavonoid, may induce behavioral changes, such as an increase in physical activity (PA) and the number of recreational weekend outings, which improve sleep quality, says a new study.

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AHP responds to claims of ashwagandha abortifacient effects

By Nikki Hancocks

The American Herbal Pharmacopoeia (AHP) has responded to the growing number of European authorities reporting ashwagandha as an abortificient, arguing they have incorrectly cited the WHO monograph and AHP review.

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Top supplement trends, according to Google

By Danielle Masterson

From need states such as sleep and hormone balancing to ingredients like GLA and astaxanthin, Spate’s trends report highlights a diverse market where interest extends to both traditional and innovative supplements.

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Mushroom extract may improve immune function in older women: Study

By Olivia DeSmit

Ganoderma lucidum, more commonly known as reishi, may help to enhance immune response and contribute to regulatory mechanisms and an anti-inflammatory response. A recent study, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, found the mushroom helped to...

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Lion's mane spores 450% Google search growth

By Nikki Hancocks

Google searches for lion's mane surged by up to 450% (week on week) in May in the UK, with industry players assigning the rise in interest to TikTok influencers, health practitioners, and the blockbuster Amazon show Clarkson’s Farm.

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New paper explores issue of excessive dilution of botanical extracts

By Stephen Daniells

A new HerbalGram article shines a light on the excessive use of excipients with botanical extracts—also known as fairy dusting. “This is about hopefully changing the practice of some members of industry to give consumers the product they expect,” said...

NutraCast: Is aronia berry the next elderberry? Mintel thinks so.

NutraCast: Is aronia berry the next elderberry? Mintel thinks so.

By Danielle Masterson

Mintel recently launched Ingredientscape AI, a new landscaping tool that helps brands discover the fastest-growing ingredients using robust data from Mintel’s Global New Products Database (GNPD). Stephanie Mattucci, director of food & drink at Mintel...

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