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Botanical Benefits Backed by Research

Emerging botanical ingredients open opportunities for health and wellness product developers
Kerry Hughes
Kerry Hughes
April 5, 2022

As science continues to evolve in the understanding of human health, new pathways emerge that are positively affected by botanicals. Ancient traditional applications of herbs, roots, rhizomes, bark, spices, and seeds—as well as fruits and vegetables—are gaining support daily in labs around the world.



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LIFEAID Beverage Co. FOCUSAID, Watermelon Mint

FOCUSAID Watermelon Mint is packed with brain-boosting super nootropics and 100mg of caffeine from green tea and yerba maté
March 30, 2022

The new functional beverage is made with brain-boosting super nootropics, and is sodium and artificial sweetener free as well as vegan, non-gmo and gluten-free.


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CORE Refrigerated Keto Bars in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

The new keto bars are made with 100% plant-based ingredients, contain 3g of net carbs and 0g of added sugar
March 30, 2022

The Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Keto Bars are certified keto, Non-GMO project verified, gluten-free, and vegan, making them the ideal choice for keto dieters or those looking to reduce their intake of sugar and carbohydrates.


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Nirvana Water Sciences Functional Water

Nirvana HMB + Vitamin D3 packs a powerful punch mixing muscle recovery with immunity
March 23, 2022

With Nirvana's exclusive license on the myHMB Clear formulation for infusion in water, Nirvana HMB + Vitamin D3 is a water infused with evidence-based muscle recovery and immunity benefits.


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Steaz Antioxidant Brew Unsweetened Yerba Mate

The unsweetened varieties are an extension of the sweetened lineup of Steaz Antioxidant Brew® Yerba Mate that hit the market last year
March 23, 2022

According to a recent Numerator Survey of Yerba Mate shoppers, 80% are concerned or very concerned with sugar content in their drinks and 69% of the current category leader's shoppers wish there were more unsweetened options available.


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DSM: Better-For-You Benefits

DSM brings purpose-led innovations for immunity, gut, brain and maternal health to Vitafoods Europe 2022
March 18, 2022

Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in Health, Nutrition & Bioscience, will showcase its latest innovations at Vitafoods Europe 2022, May 2-13, 2022, in Geneva, Switzerland.


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GoodBelly KIDS!, GoodBelly Immune Support

GoodBelly KIDS! is the brand's first multi serve probiotic beverage specifically formulated for children
March 16, 2022

GoodBelly Immune Support dials up an efficacious dose of probiotics that have been proven to support the body's immune system and reduce the frequency, duration and symptoms of the common cold. 


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Activia+ Multi-Benefit Drinkable Yogurt with Added Nutrients Helps Support Your Immune System

The new innovation has 9g of sugar, 70 calories, and comes in three flavors
March 16, 2022

The new Activia+ Multi-Benefit Probiotic Yogurt Drinks4 are packed with billions of live and active probiotics that help support your gut health, plus are an excellent source (20% DV) of Vitamins C, D and Zinc to support your immune system.


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Rowdy Energy Power Burn

New drink burns up to 135 calories per can, is naturally sweetened and flavored and features zero sugar
March 9, 2022

Power Burn has 5 calories, zero sugar and provides 160mg of natural caffeine from green tea and green coffee beans. It's packed with amino acids, more electrolytes than leading sports drinks and contains no artificial sweeteners, flavors, or preservatives.


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BENEO: Personalized Nutrition

Study shows BENEO Ingredients suit personalized nutrition
March 8, 2022

This is the first study of its kind to investigate the effects of a BENEO diet combining Palatinose™ and Orafti®Synergy1 in healthy adults in a real-life situation using the citizen science approach. Instead of controlled conditions where all participants eat and drink in a strict and well-controlled manner during the trial, participants in this study consumed BENEO’s ingredients in addition to their normal diets. 


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