Botanicals

AIDP: Functional Organic Mushroom

AIDP signs sales, distribution agreement for Functional Fungi organic mushroom nutraceuticals

January 13, 2021

AIDP, Inc. is pleased to announce an exclusive sales distribution agreement for Functional Fungi™ organic mushroom nutraceuticals. Functional Fungi offers a full line of certified organic, multi-patented mushroom powders produced in its US-based, large scale indoor growing, drying and manufacturing operation.

Research Chefs are Refining the Art of Crafting Perfect Flavor Combos in Liquid Form

The variety of refined ingredients to accomplish a precise pairing of aroma, flavor, texture and mouthfeel has expanded significantly over the past decade, allowing for more formulation possibilities and user experiences

George Squire Jon Biron MBA

January 4, 2021

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2021 Predictions: BOTANICALS

Plants Used as Food and Medicine Continue to Intertwine

Assaults on physical and mental health are compounding the toll already taken on an aging yet active population

Kerry Hughes

December 17, 2020

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Recent events have not only driven consumers to seek ways of staying healthy but pulled the mental health side of mind-body wellness to the forefront. The stress of having lives and routines (and incomes) disrupted, illnesses threatening or even invading the family, and social isolation has led to an unprecedented 40% of US adults reporting that they’re struggling with mental health problems.

Layn Natural Ingredients Acquires Wagott

Wagott is a Chinese exporter of green tea extract, and leading producer of tea and resveratrol extracts

December 3, 2020

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Guilin Layn Natural Ingredient Corp, Ltd. (Layn), a vertically-integrated innovator of natural botanical extract ingredients and solutions, announced it has expanded its botanical extract portfolio through a majority acquisition of Chengdu Wagott Bio-tech Co.,Ltd. (Wagott), China’s largest exporter of green tea extract, and leading producer of tea and resveratrol extracts.

Lubrizol Life Science Health: Healthy Aging

Novel spirulina microencapsulated astaxanthin supports mental agility

November 5, 2020

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Lubrizol Life Science Health (LLS Health) launches ASTAGILE™ microcapsules, its new sustainable, organic-certified, astaxanthin (Haematococcus pluvialis), microencapsulated with spirulina. The two ingredients have been uniquely combined in a patent-pending product designed to promote mental agility and support healthy aging for young and senior adults.

DolCas Biotech: Men’s Health

New botanical blend supports men’s sexual health

November 5, 2020

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A synergistic five-ingredient botanical formula demonstrated significant benefits in the support of men’s healthy sexual performance in recently published clinical research. These findings demonstrate the effectiveness of Fortiquin™ (OLNP-05) in supporting healthy sexual male performance, an issue that affects 20% to 30% of men globally.

FORM + FUNCTION

Surveying New Functional Foods & Beverages Debuting in October 2020

This month's collection includes healthy energy bars and ready to drink wellness beverages

October 12, 2020

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Prepared Foods showcases new functional foods, drinks and supplements introduced in October 2020.

Kinderlyte Sleep & Immunity

New products offer natural, effective hydration for immunity and sleep support

October 7, 2020

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According to the American Psychological Association, "getting more sleep" was the number one health and wellness goal for 2020, with nearly half of adults saying lack of sleep contributes to stress.

Remedy Organics Berry Immunity

Functional wellness beverage brand debuts immunity-focused plant-based protein shake

October 7, 2020

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Berry Immunity features the high quality, immune-boosting ingredients including elderberry, echinacea, camu camu, lion’s mane mushroom, and 10g of plant protein along with prebiotics.

Lycored: Men’s Sleep Comfort

New Lycored extract aids holistic wellness in men; supports urinary comfort and better sleep

September 3, 2020

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Lycored’s new Lycocomfort™ is made with a standardized tomato extract and natural phytosterols that have been shown to have a positive effect on symptoms associated with prostate discomfort.