Science & Research
Healing Plant Actives: The Power is in the Whole. WholeFoods Magazine. February 14, 2023.
Fructose could drive Alzheimer's disease. Science Daily. February 13, 2023.
Extracts from two wild plants inhibit COVID-19 virus, study finds. EurekAlert! February 10, 2023.
A proprietary amla extract from Sabinsa offered significant support for blood sugar and cholesterol in recent study. Nutritional Outlook. February 8, 2023.

Legal & Regulatory
FDA takes ‘shot’ at safety mechanism Congress established in DSHEA. Natural Products Insider. February 13, 2023.
USDA Publishes Strengthening Organic Enforcement Final Rule. Nutrition Industry Executive. February 1, 2023.

Community & Industry
Hot Topic Webinar Series on Emerging Trends in Natural Products Research: March 6 and April 28. NCCIH Research Blog. February 9, 2023.

Cannabis Update
Trade Associations Respond to FDA’s Denial of CBD Citizen Petitions. Nutrition Industry Executive. February 1, 2023.
ATW’s legal takeaways: Breaking down the latest from FDA on CBD. Natural Products Insider. February 13, 2023.
CBD market stagnates under regulatory limbo, but dedicated consumer core remains. Natural Products Insider. February 2, 2023.
CBD, THC & CBG for Skin Conditions. Project CBD. February 1, 2023.

Consumer & Popular
4 Natural Ways to Keep your Heart Healthy. Bastyr University News. February 1, 2023.


Trends & Technology
Blood sugar management gets a holistic makeover. Nutritional Outlook. February 8, 2023.

Community & Industry Releases
Manufacturing Herbal Supplements for a Demanding Market American Herbal Products Association. February 13, 2023.
Trade Associations Commend Senators Lee and Sinema for Highlighting Dietary Supplements and Establishing Natural Products Industry Week. American Herbal Products Association. February 8, 2023.
Trade Associations Commend Senators Lee and Sinema for Highlighting Dietary Supplements and Establishing Natural Products Industry Week. Council for Responsible Nutrition. February 8, 2023.
CRN-I Invites Government, Academic, and Industry Stakeholders to Science-based Policy Symposium in Conjunction with Codex Meeting. Council for Responsible Nutrition. February 2, 2023.
NPA Announces Annual Capitol Hill Advocacy Fly-In Day. Natural Products Association. February 6, 2023.
Khan recognized for contributions to safety, effectiveness of botanical dietary supplements. United Natural Products Association. February 3, 2023.
FDA Punts on Establishing Rules for Regulating Hemp-Derived CBD Products. NORML. February 2, 2023.
Statement: Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies Allowed in Australia Through Special Access Scheme. MAPS. February 3, 2023.
State Medical Cannabis Laws Graded by Patient Advocates in New Report. Americans for Safe Access. February 2, 2023.
New AOAC Strategic Plan 2023-2025. AOAC International. February 8, 2023.
AOAC INTERNATIONAL’S New Edition of Official Methods of Analysis Published on Oxford Academic. AOAC International. February 7, 2023.
Our Certification Program in 2023 – Innovation and Constant Improvement. Rainforest Alliance. February 9, 2023.
Outstanding conservationists honoured by IUCN. International Union for Conservation of Nature. February 6, 2023.
NYBG’s 2023 Black History Month Celebration Explores the Enduring Botanical Legacy of the African Diaspora and the Contributions of Contemporary Advocates. New York Botanic Garden. February 3, 2023.
Lloyd Library Celebrates Women's History Month with a Focus on Trees. Lloyd Library. February 2023.

Science & Research
Coffee with milk may have an anti-inflammatory effect. Science Daily. January 30, 2023.
Researchers map the effects of dietary nutrients on disease. Science Daily. January 27, 2023.
Study: Ahiflower May Improve the Health and Wellness of Chronically Ill Patients. WholeFoods Magazine. January 20, 2023.

Legal & Regulatory
Lawmakers want to find solution in wake of FDA CBD announcement. Natural Products Insider. January 27, 2023.
FDA concludes that CBD needs its own regulatory pathway separate from dietary supplements and food. Nutritional Outlook. January 26, 2023.
How new cosmetic laws will affect herbal products. Natural Products Insider. January 25, 2023.

Cannabis Update
Statins Dysregulate the Endocannabinoid System. Project CBD. January 25, 2023.

Consumer & Popular
Trade groups raise drug-spiked 'supplement' products in FDA meeting. Natural Products Insider. January 30, 2023.

Trends & Technology
CBD and other cannabinoids are still in play, but responsible manufacturing and research are important for the category’s future: 2023 Ingredient trends for food, drinks, dietary supplements, and natural products. Nutritional Outlook. January 27, 2023.

Community & Industry Releases
AHPA updates CITES Primer to include new botanical species listings. American Herbal Products Association. January 30, 2023.
FDA Concludes that Existing Regulatory Frameworks for Foods and Supplements are Not Appropriate for Cannabidiol, Will Work with Congress on a New Way Forward. US Food & Drug Administration. January 26, 2023.
FDA Response on CBD Fails Consumers and Industry and Highlights Agency’s Four Years of Inaction. Council for Responsible Nutrition. January 26, 2023.
FDA’s Dereliction of Duty on CBD Regulation Continues. Natural Products Association. January 26, 2023.
How new cosmetic laws will affect herbal products. American Herbal Products Association. January 25, 2023.
AHPA seeks removal of Chinese herb tariffs in US Trade Representative review. American Herbal Products Association. January 24, 2023.
Two Longtime Staff Members – Dawn L. Frazier and Deborah McKenzie – Receive Promotions. AOAC International. January 23, 2023.
CRN Foundation’s Economic Report Shows the Potential of Certain Dietary Supplements To Reduce Medical Costs Associated with Coronary Artery Disease. Council for Responsible Nutrition. January 23, 2023.
MUIH Finalizes Sale of Green Farmacy Garden in Howard County, MD. Maryland University of Integrative Health. January 20, 2023.

Science & Research
A soybean protein blocks LDL cholesterol production, reducing risks of metabolic diseases. Science Daily. January 23, 2023.
Discovery of anti-cancer chemistry makes skullcap fit for modern medicine. Science Daily. January 19, 2023.
What makes brown rice healthy? Decoding the chemistry of its nutritional wealth. Science Daily. January 19, 2023.
Herbal Immunity Boosters Against COVID-19. EurekAlert! January 11, 2023.
Olive Leaf Extract Reduces Acute Covid Symptoms. Holistic Primary Care. January 3, 2023.
How plants protect themselves from oxidative stress during iron uptake -- and why this is also important for humans. Science Daily. December 12, 2022.

Community & Industry
CRN Commemorates 50th Anniversary in 2023. Nutrition Industry Executive. January 24, 2023.
NIH Office of Dietary Supplements is seeking a permanent director after Acting Director Joseph Betz retired. Nutritional Outlook. January 18, 2023.

Cannabis Update
Cannabis and Immunotherapy for Cancer: Are They Compatible? Project CBD. January 18, 2023.

Consumer & Popular
Holistic aging from the inside out. Natural Products Insider. January 23, 2023.
What Science Says About the Potential Healing Effects of Essential Oils. Discover Magazine. January 19, 2022.

Trends & Technology
Ashwagandha’s sales growth slows down: 2023 Ingredient trends for food, drinks, dietary supplements, and natural products. Nutritional Outlook. January 23, 2023.
2023 Nutraceutical and Natural Product Industry Outlook: Insights from Nutritional Outlook’s Editorial Advisory Board. Nutritional Outlook. January 17, 2023.
Homeopathics in 2023: Are consumers connecting with homeopathics? Nutritional Outlook. January 12, 2023.
2023 Flavor trends for food and beverage. Nutritional Outlook. January 11, 2023.
2023 Nutrition Trends. Nutritional Outlook. January 9, 2023.

Environment & Conservation
NMI Releases 2023 Sustainability Report. WholeFoods Magazine. January 17, 2023.
The Nature of “Sustainable Nutrition”. Nutrition Industry Executive. January 12, 2023.
Landmark Global biodiversity Framework agreed – focus must now be on implementation and resources. TRAFFIC. December 20, 2022.

Community & Industry Releases
Dr. Smith publishes new textbook, Naturopathic Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide National University of Health Sciences. January 24, 2023.
CRN Foundation’s Economic Report Shows the Potential of Certain Dietary Supplements To Reduce Medical Costs Associated with Coronary Artery Disease. Council for Responsible Nutrition. January 23, 2023.
2023 at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. January 19, 2023.
Analysis: Long-Term Cannabis Use Not Significantly Detrimental to Overall Health. NORML. January 19, 2023.
CRN Commemorates 50th Anniversary in 2023. Council for Responsible Nutrition. January 18, 2023.
In Memoriam: Robert “Bob” Beyfuss. American Herbal Products Association. January 17, 2023.
Lloyd Library Announces 2023 Fellowship & Artists-in-Residence Recipients. Lloyd Library. January 17, 2023.

Science & Research
Herbal Immunity Boosters Against COVID-19. EurekAlert! January 11, 2023.
Heart Smarts: Nutrition researchers unveil new benefits of natural ingredients. Nutritional Outlook. January 3, 2023.
Olive Leaf Extract Reduces Acute Covid Symptoms. Holistic Primary Care. January 3, 2023.
Mediterranean diet linked to lower preeclampsia risk. Science Daily. December 22, 2022.
Drinking 2 or more cups of coffee daily may double risk of heart death in people with severe hypertension. Science Daily. December 21, 2022.
The hidden secrets of flowers. EurekAlert! December 14, 2022.
Pomella pomegranate extract promotes healthy skin and gut microbiome, study shows. Nutritional Outlook. December 13, 2022.
Dietary education leads to healthier lives, study finds. Science Daily. December 13, 2022.

Legal & Regulatory
Mandatory Product Listing for Dietary Supplements Not Included in FY23 U.S. Spending Bill; Industry Reacts. WholeFoods Magazine. December 27, 2022.
FDA Releases Guidance on Homeopathic Products. WholeFoods Magazine. December 21, 2022.

Community & Industry
PR, the Pandemic and Communication Lessons Learned. Nutrition Industry Executive. January 12, 2023.
Vitamin Retailer’s Top 10 Stories in 2022. Nutrition Industry Executive. December 28, 2022.
CRN Celebrates 50 Years! WholeFoods Magazine. December 27, 2022.
Looking Back and Ahead: 2022 Review, 2023 Outlook… WholeFoods Magazine. December 22, 2022.
Supply chain considerations for curcumin. Natural Products Insider. December 12, 2022.
Nutritional Outlook’s 2022 Best of the Industry Awards, Industry Leader: Brightseed. Nutritional Outlook. December 8, 2022.
Nutritional Outlook’s 2022 Best of the Industry Awards, Ingredient Supplier: Natures Crops International. Nutritional Outlook. December 8, 2022.
Nutritional Outlook’s 2022 Best of the Industry Awards, Ingredient Supplier: TriNutra. Nutritional Outlook. December 8, 2022.

Cannabis Update
Psychedelics, Endocannabinoids, and Gut Microbiota. Project CBD. January 11, 2023.
Has CBD officially entered the mainstream? Nutritional Outlook. January 10, 2023.
FDA plans to respond ‘soon’ to CBD-related citizen petitions Natural Products Insider. January 10, 2023.
Full-spectrum Brain Boost Project CBD. December 31, 2022.

Consumer & Popular
Homeopathics in 2023: Are consumers connecting with homeopathics?. Nutritional Outlook. January 12, 2023.

Trends & Technology
Flora Research Laboratories Sounds Alarm on Counterfeit Analytical Reports. WholeFoods Magazine. December 27, 2022.

Environment & Conservation
The Nature of “Sustainable Nutrition”. Nutrition Industry Executive. January 12, 2023.
Not everyone aware sustainable diets are about helping the planet. Science Daily. December 13, 2022.

Community & Industry Releases
Analysis: Adult-Use Legalization Associated with Less Alcohol Abuse, No Increase in Psychosis NORML. January 12, 2023.
AOAC Cannabis/Hemp PT Statistics-Why Are We Different? AOAC International. January 11, 2023.
Analysis: Labor Markets Not Adversely Impacted by Adult-Use Legalization. American Herbal Products Association. October 28, 2022.
NORML. January 5, 2023.
Efficacy of Cannabinoids to Treat Chronic Pain, Aid Sleep. NORML. January 5, 2023.
Prior Positive Results Confirmed in MAPS-Sponsored Philanthropy-Funded Phase 3 Trial. MAPS. January 5, 2023.
CRN Applauds New York Governor Hochul’s Veto of Legislation That Called for Age Restrictions on Dietary Supplement Sales. Council for Responsible Nutrition. January 3, 2023.
NSF Launches 229 China GMP for Nutritional Supplements. NSF International. January 2023.
Top 10 plant and fungal species named new to science in 2022. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. December 21, 2022.
Maryland University of Integrative Health Announces Educational Partnership with the Holistic Entrepreneur Association. Maryland University of Integrative Health. December 16, 2022.

Science & Research
Not all micronutrients created equal: Study identifies some supplements that benefit cardiovascular health. Science Daily. December 5, 2022.
Green tea extract may harm liver in people with certain genetic variations. Science Daily. December 1, 2022.
Antioxidant flavonols linked to slower memory decline. Science Daily. November 22, 2022.
Botanical Medicine Research Roundup. Holistic Primary Care. November 22, 2022.
Put the kettle on! How black tea (and other favorites) may help your health later in life. Science Daily. November 22, 2022.
Dietary change starves cancer cells, overcoming treatment resistance. Science Daily. November 18, 2022.
Smell Training with Herbal Oils Could Restore Olfaction Post-Covid. Holistic Primary Care. November 16, 2022.
Proprietary blend of frankincense and turmeric help relieve pain post-exercise, according to recent study. Nutritional Outlook. November 8, 2022.
Tracing tomatoes' health benefits to gut microbes. Science Daily. November 8, 2022.
Combination of black seed oil and omega-3 supports gut and immune health in athletes. Nutritional Outlook. October 25, 2022.
Study: Pycnogenol May Help Manage ADHD Without Side Effects Associated With Meds. WholeFoods Magazine. October 24, 2022.
Snacking on almonds boosts gut health, study finds. Science Daily. October 20, 2022.
Cacao, a Traditional Plant Medicine for Modern Times. Project CBD. October 19, 2022.
Does the Mediterranean diet really decrease your risk of dementia? Science Daily. October 12, 2022.
Researchers inhibit cancer cell growth using compounds that protect plants from predators. EurekAlert! September 25, 2022.

Legal & Regulatory
Kratom at Center of Wrongful Death Lawsuit. WholeFoods Magazine. November 11, 2022.
2023 Farm Bill: Potential savior for hemp-derived cannabinoids? Natural Products Insider. October 5, 2022.

Community & Industry
In Memoriam: Michael Mercier Schoor, Essential Formulas Incorporated. WholeFoods Magazine. November 28, 2022.
Industry responds to pharmaceutical study comparing a low-dose statin medication to dietary supplements. Nutritional Outlook. November 7, 2022.

Cannabis Update
From demand for cheaper products to FDA, CBD brands face difficult road. Natural Products Insider. November 30, 2022.
Project CBD. November 30, 2022.
Inflation, supply chains dent US CBD companies’ revenue. Natural Products Insider. November 21, 2022.
Full-spectrum Brain Boost. Project CBD. October 26, 2022.
Is Cannabis Performance-enhancing for Athletes? Project CBD. October 12, 2022.

Consumer & Popular
Stressing the positive: Supplements and functional foods help consumers keep their cool. Nutritional Outlook. November 18, 2022.
Cannabinoids and Pets: Promise or Problem? Nutritional Outlook. October 25, 2022.
CRN Reveals Data from 2022 Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements. Nutrition Industry Executive. October 13, 2022.

Trends & Technology
Better Bones: Next-generation bone health ingredients give formulators more options. Nutritional Outlook. December 1, 2022.
Ashwagandha in the Age of Stress. Nutrition Industry Executive. December 1, 2022.
Consumers Seek Functionality in Performance Products. WholeFoods Magazine. November 29, 2022.
Mood-boosting supplements are smarter than ever. Nutritional Outlook. November 21, 2022.
Aloe vera is trending again. What do we know about this versatile plant? Nutritional Outlook. November 2, 2022.
Whole Foods Market’s Top 10 Food Trends for 2023. WholeFoods Magazine. October 24, 2022.
Functional mushrooms: Complexities and competition grow as the market blossoms. Nutritional Outlook. October 7, 2022.
Natural pain management: Alternatives to traditional pain medications are expected to grow. Nutritional Outlook. September 27, 2022.

Environment & Conservation
CITES COP19 begins. TRAFFIC. November 14, 2022.
How big brand collaboration can nurture sustainable trade of wild-harvested ingredients. TRAFFIC. November 1, 2022.
Regenerative Rules: Why we need to move from organic to regenerative agriculture. Nutritional Outlook. October 8, 2022.

Community & Industry Releases
Nominations for the 2023 AHPA Awards are now open. American Herbal Products Association. November 9, 2022.
How congressional leadership changes could impact supplement industry. American Herbal Products Association. November 3, 2022.
AHPA publishes good stewardship harvesting brochure for goldenseal. American Herbal Products Association. October 28, 2022.
Attention Herb Growers: Appalachian Sustainable Development and UGA need your input. American Herbal Products Association. October 27, 2022.
CRN Responds to FDA Letter Announcing β-NMN Is Not A Dietary Supplement. Council for Responsible Nutrition. November 11, 2022.
CRN Responds to Cholesterol Study Wrongly Comparing Supplements to Prescription Drug Rosuvastatin. Council for Responsible Nutrition. November 6, 2022.
Dietary Supplements and Heart Health. Council for Responsible Nutrition. November 5, 2022.
NJ Should Not Prohibit Young People from Having Access to Safe and Healthy Nutritional Supplements and Natural Products. Natural Products Association. November 14, 2022.
Dr. Raj Chopra receives UNPA 2022 Lifetime Service and Achievement Award. United Natural Products Alliance. November 2, 2022.
Election Day Wrap-Up: Voters in Several States, Cities Decide in Favor of Adult-Use Legalization. NORML. November 10, 2022.
Sentencing Commission Identifies Over 6,500 Americans Eligible to Receive Pardons Under POTUS’ Marijuana Directive. NORML. October 27, 2022.
AOAC Research Institute Grants First Reviewed and Recognized Certification for Cannabis Potency Testing. AOAC International. October 26, 2022.
Major League Baseball, Pioneering CBD Brand Charlotte’s Web Strike Groundbreaking Deal. NSF International. October 2022.
Exhibit Grand Opening: The Ohio Herbal Elders Project. United Plant Savers. November 7, 2022.
NYBG Scientist and Colleagues Make the Case That the Ancient Practice of Planting a Mixture of Cereal Grains Could Be a Promising Strategy for Agriculture to Adapt to Harsh Growing Conditions Caused by Climate Change. New York Botanical Garden. October 25, 2022.
Addressing the Coffee Supply Chain Disruptions. Rainforest Alliance. October 20, 2022.
Dr. Jennifer Green to serve as Chief Clinician of Naturopathic Medicine. National University of Natural Medicine. November 11, 2022.
NYBG Celebrates Native American Heritage Month with On-Site Programming and Digital Offerings Highlighting Plant-based Traditions. New York Botanical Garden. November 10, 2022.
ND Developed KNOWoncology.org Educational Platform Validated by Survey. American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. October 27, 2022.
NYBG Announces a New Photography Fellowship Established by and Named for Board of Advisors Member Larry Lederman. New York Botanical Garden. October 20, 2022.
AHPA updates white mulberry leaf entry in online Botanical Safety Handbook. American Herbal Products Association. October 5, 2022.
Introducing Herbs in History. American Herbal Products Association. October 5, 2022.
California Governor vetoes weight loss product bill. American Herbal Products Association. September 30, 2022.
AHPA submits comments on proposed methods of analysis rule revocation. American Herbal Products Association. September 29, 2022.
CRN Reveals Survey Data from 2022 Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements. Council for Responsible Nutrition. October 13, 2022.
CRN Responds to Wall Street Journal Article Criticizing Gummies/Supplements. Council for Responsible Nutrition. October 12, 2022.
CRN Reacts to Veto of California Age Restriction Legislation. Council for Responsible Nutrition. September 30, 2022.
CRN Proposes Solutions to Increase Nutrition Access for White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. Council for Responsible Nutrition. September 27, 2022.
CRN Disappointed, but Remains Committed to Product Listing for Dietary Supplements. Council for Responsible Nutrition. September 27, 2022.
New National Survey Shows Strong Public Support for Natural Health Options. Natural Products Association. October 13, 2022.
The Natural Products Association Announces Next Open Educational Webinar. Natural Products Association. October 4, 2022.
NPA Questions Why Dietary Supplements Aren’t Part of New FDA Rule for Updating Criteria for “Healthy” Food Labelling. Natural Products Association. September 29, 2022.
CA Governor Concurs with NPA and Vetoes Legislation Restricting Access to Supplements. Natural Products Association. September 29, 2022.
Mandatory Product Listing (MPL) Legislation Update. United Natural Products Alliance. September 29, 2022.
GA Congress 2022 — A full success. Society for Medicinal Plant and Natural Product Research. October 12, 2022.
ESCOP webinar: New insights on the pharmacological potential of Echinacea sp. ESCOP. September 21, 2022.
FDA Proposes Updated Definition of ‘Healthy’ Claim on Food Packages to Help Improve Diet, Reduce Chronic Disease. US Food & Drug Administration. September 28, 2022.
Analysis: Marijuana Excise Taxes Yield Nearly $3 Billion in Revenue in Fiscal Year 2022. NORML. October 13, 2022.
President Biden Announces Intent to Pardon Those with Low-Level Marijuana Convictions. NORML. October 6, 2022.
Review: Available Data Supports the Use of CBD for Treatment of Social Anxiety. NORML. September 29, 2022.
Proposed Cannabis Monograph Open for Public Comment in USP Herbal Medicines Compendium. United States Pharmacopeial Convention. September 26, 2022.
Analytical Science Leaders Honored at AOAC International Annual Meeting. AOAC International. September 23, 2022.
Analytical Science Leaders Honored at AOAC International Annual Meeting. AOAC International. September 23, 2022.
Call for Articles & Member Contributions to the 2023 Journal of Medicinal Plant Conservation. United Plant Savers. October 17, 2022.
Tropics in crisis: Kew scientists call for preservation of Guinea’s indigenous plants in WWF’s alarming Living Planet Report. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. October 13, 2022.
Endangered plants unlike anything else on earth prioritised for conservation action. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. October 7, 2022.
‘Iconic’ plant family at risk: Scientists estimate more than half of palm species may be threatened with extinction. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. September 26, 2022.
Science and horticulture come together in Edible Science, Kew’s sustainable new kitchen garden. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. September 20, 2022.
Addressing the Coffee Supply Chain Disruptions. Rainforest Alliance. October 13, 2022.

Science & Research
Restless Legs Syndrome Study: Pycnogenol Helps Relieve & May Prevent Symptoms. WholeFoods Magazine. September 7, 2022.
Experts Question Findings Linking Mulberry Leaf to Woman’s Death. WholeFoods Magazine. August 30, 2022.
How a Japanese herbal medicine protects the gut against inflammatory bowel disease. Science Daily. August 22, 2022.

Legal & Regulatory
The business case for kratom: Why this controversial herbal remedy presents opportunities worth the risk, says expert. Nutritional Outlook. August 23, 2022.

Community & Industry
Dr. Tieraona Low Dog Joins NOW Board of Directors. Nutrition Executive Insider. September 15, 2022.

Cannabis Update
Marijuana Could Help Reduce Depression and Anxiety. Discover. September 15, 2022.
Study examines current state regulations, public health risks of growing medicinal and recreational marijuana market. EurekAlert! September 14, 2022.
California may apply Prop. 65 warning to hemp. Natural Products Insider September 12, 2022.
Undisclosed THC threatens CBD market. Natural Products Insider. August 4, 2022.

Consumer & Popular
Quercetin: The lesser-known ingredient with big immune health promise. Nutritional Outlook. August 25, 2022.
Supplements to Support Our Furry Friends. WholeFoods Magazine. August 25, 2022.

Trends & Technology
Bullish on botanicals: Why now’s the time for a botanical bonanza. Nutritional Outlook. September 15, 2022.
What’s driving the adaptogens market? Nutritional Outlook. September 2, 2022.
Natural Skin Care Attracting a New Generation of Consumers. Nutrition Executive Insider. September 1, 2022.
Supplement business forecast – special report. Natural Products Insider. August 29, 2022.
Shoppers Look to Relieve Stress Through Functional Ingredients. WholeFoods Magazine. August 25, 2022.
Rising Demand For Healthy Food and Beverages Driving Adaptogen Market’s Growth. Nutrition Executive Insider. August 24, 2022.
Immune health ingredients to meet the moment of ‘365 immunity’. Natural Products Insider. August 22, 2022.

Environment & Conservation
All hands on deck: The involvement of indigenous people and local communities in Central African rainforests strengthens the fight against the illegal timber trade. TRAFFIC. September 1, 2022.
Will climate change hurt the botanicals industry? It already is. Nutritional Outlook. August 19, 2022.

Education
Celebrating WHO African Traditional Medicine Day 2022: Saving Plants that Save Lives and Livelihoods. TRAFFIC. August 31, 2022.

Community & Industry Releases
NYBG Celebrates Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month through October 15 with a Mix of On-Site and Digital Programs Honoring Cultural Traditions and Botanical Heritage. New York Botanical Garden. September 15, 2022.
Is It Time for a ‘New FDA’ to Regulate Food and Dietary Supplements? American Herbal Products Association. September 14, 2022.
COSMOS-Mind Study Shows Promise for Multivitamins in Cognition. Council for Responsible Nutrition. September 14, 2022.
NPA Asks CA Public Health Director to Weigh Enforcement Challenges of Newly Passed California Legislation Restricting Access to Dietary Supplements. Natural Products Association. September 8, 2022.
The First Issue of Our New Power of Plants Magazine Is Ready for You to Enjoy. National Institute of Medical Herbalists. September 7, 2022.
Forest Farming Wild Simulated Ginseng Workshop United Plant Savers. September 6, 2022.
NUHS Botanical Garden Expands. National University of Health Sciences. September 6, 2022.
A bitter mystery: Scientists sequence world’s oldest plant genome from 6,000-year-old watermelon seeds Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. September 2, 2022.
Following Landmark Achievement, California Psychedelic Decriminalization Bill Slated for 2023 Reintroduction Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Sciences. September 1, 2022.
CRN Foundation’s New Economic Report Details Billions of Potential Savings in US Health Care Costs Council for Responsible Nutrition. August 31, 2022.
Learn something new with short courses from Kew Gardens Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. August 26, 2022.
Calif. Legislation restricting sale of weight-loss supplements to minors heads to Governor’s desk Center for Science in the Public Interest. August 25, 2022.
Innovative Ways to Enhance Living Income for Cocoa Farmers Rainforest Alliance. August 24, 2022.
AHPA publishes updated Hemp Lexicon American Herbal Products Association. August 24, 2022.
Organic Trade Association welcomes launch of USDA's Organic Transition Initiative Organic Trade Association. August 22, 2022.
Climate Week 2022 at The New York Botanical Garden Features Thought-Provoking Programs, Installations, Self-Guided Tour Opportunities, and More, Emphasizing the Importance of Plants in Helping Solve the Climate and Biodiversity Crises New York Botanical Garden. August 19, 2022.
Voters in Growing Number of States to Decide on Marijuana Legalization This November NORML. August 18, 2022.
FairWild Foundation and GIZ promote sustainable wild liquorice production FairWild. August 18, 2022.
Introducing the NEW WildAmericanGinseng.org Website United Plant Savers. August 16, 2022.

Science & Research
How a Japanese herbal medicine protects the gut against inflammatory bowel disease. EurekAlert! August 17, 2022.
UCI-led study shows Rhodiola rosea root might be beneficial for managing type 2 diabetes. EurekAlert! August 15, 2022.
Proprietary Thai ginger extract improves mental alertness, attention, focus, according to new study. Nutritional Outlook. August 15, 2022.
Endogenous DMT: A Scientific Mystery. Project CBD. August 10, 2022.
NUS Medicine researchers use nutritional supplement to shrink breast cancer tumors. EurekAlert! August 2, 2022.
Proprietary Boswellia serrata extract may shorten duration of acute symptoms of gastrointestinal infections, says recent study. Nutritional Outlook. July 28, 2022.
Green tea extract promotes gut health, lowers blood sugar. Science Daily. July 26, 2022.
Men over 40 who regularly eat sunomono more likely to be in lower blood pressure category, study finds. Science Daily. July 15, 2022.
Daily avocados improve diet quality, help lower cholesterol levels, study finds. Science Daily. July 5, 2022.
New study find that topical black seed oil supports skin elasticity, hydration, firmness and luminosity. Nutritional Outlook. June 30, 2022.
Holistic Health for Him: The men’s health toolbox is expanding with new ingredient research. Nutritional Outlook. June 23, 2022.

Community & Industry
Insights on Adverse Event Reporting from the Dietary Supplements Regulatory Summit. WholeFoods Magazine. August 5, 2022.
China ingredient supply chain going from bad to worse. Natural Products Insider. June 17, 2022.

Cannabis Update
U.S. Hemp Roundtable asks senators to expand legal protections to all hemp cannabinoids in Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act. Nutritional Outlook. August 9, 2022.
Undisclosed THC threatens CBD market. Natural Products Insider. August 4, 2022.
Cannabidiol effective for young people with treatment-resistant anxiety – pilot study. EurekAlert! August 3, 2022.
More women turning to medical cannabis for relief of menopause symptoms. EurekAlert! August 3, 2022.
The Risky Business of Synthetic Highs. Project CBD. July 27, 2022.
Is CBN the next big star in hemp supplements? Nutritional Outlook. July 26, 2022.

Consumer & Popular
Adaptogens explained: What makes an herb an adaptogen? Nutritional Outlook. July 21, 2022.

Quality Control
Identity crisis: The global supply chain is in chaos. Can you trust your botanicals’ authenticity? Nutritional Outlook. August 16, 2022.
AHPA to discuss climate change impact on the botanical supply chain at AHPA Botanical Congress in August. Nutritional Outlook. August 2, 2022.
NPA, CRN Respond to Research Showing Supplements with Banned Ingredients are Still on the Market. Nutrition Industry Executive. August 2, 2022.

Trends & Technology
Respect your elders: Checking in with elderberry. Nutritional Outlook. August 9, 2022.
Anthocyanins pull double duty as health-promoting ingredients and natural food colors. Nutritional Outlook. August 3, 2022.
Immune health ingredients to meet the moment of ‘365 immunity’. Natural Products Insider. August 2, 2022.
On the face of it: Are nutricosmetics and cosmeceuticals ready for their close-up? Nutritional Outlook. July 18, 2022.
The weight-management supplements market is recovering from its pandemic slump. Here’s how ingredient suppliers are investing in R&D. Nutritional Outlook. June 29, 2022.
Energy drinks in 2022: Sustainable, natural, and making a difference. Nutritional Outlook. June 28, 2022.

Environment & Conservation
Baobab – combatting desertification through sustainable supply chains. TRAFFIC. June 21, 2022.

Education
New Online Program: Master of Science in Integrative Medicine. Bastyr University. July 8, 2022.

Community & Industry Releases
TAZO to Become a Regenerative Brand By Transitioning Its Tea Portfolio to a Regenerative Organic Approach. TAZO. August 9, 2022.
Principal Investigator of AHPA-ERB Foundation-funded Goldenseal Harvest Study Presents Research. American Herbal Products Association (AHPA). August 4, 2022.
Congress: Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Designate Funding for Clinical Trials on the Efficacy of State-Licensed Medical Cannabis Products. NORML. August 4, 2022.
Analysis: Labels Often Inaccurate for Hemp-Derived CBD Topical Products. NORML. July 28, 2022.
RBG Kew and Greensphere Capital Sign Exclusivity Agreement for Spinout Climate and Technology Investments. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. July 28, 2022.
New JAMA Research on Adulterated Dietary Supplements Underscores Need for New FDA ‘Prohibited Acts’ Authority Council for Responsible Nutrition. July 26, 2022.
New JAMA Research Underscores FDA Performance Failures. Natural Products Association. July 26, 2022.
AHPA Submits Comments to FDA on NDIN Guidance AHPA. July 22, 2022.

Science & Research
New study in Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis reveals influence of host plant on medicinal qualities of mistletoe. EurekAlert! June 8, 2022.
Benefit of supplements for slowing age-related macular degeneration. Science Daily. June 2, 2022.
Herbal supplement shows promise against lung cancer. EurekAlert! May 30, 2022.
How cranberries could improve memory and ward off dementia. Science Daily. May 19, 2022.
Black currant extract supports eye health in subjects susceptible to digital eye fatigue, says recent study. Nutritional Outlook. May 13, 2022.
Dark berry extracts offer colorful, natural immune support. Nutritional Outlook. May 11, 2022.
Regular blueberry consumption may reduce risk of dementia, study finds. EurekAlert! May 11, 2022.
Extract of turmeric and frankincense may support exercise-induced pain, says recent study. Nutritional Outlook. May 6, 2022.

Legal & Regulatory
DNA barcoding researcher not guilty of misconduct according to university panel investigating allegations. Nutritional Outlook. June 7, 2022.
Two states push laws to protect the market for kratom, users. Natural Products Insider. May 27, 2022.
Hemp CBD industry struggles into 2022. Natural Products Insider. April 17, 2022.

Community & Industry
Cambridge University Herbarium gains national significance accolade. EurekAlert! May 30, 2022.
Remembering Dr. Richard Passwater, Natural Products Industry Pioneer. WholeFoods Magazine. April 28, 2022.

Cannabis Update
Thailand Becomes the First Asian Country to Legalize Marijuana, But Only for Medical Use. TIME. June 9, 2022.
US Hemp Authority releases version 4.0 draft on its certification program standards. Nutritional Outlook. June 9, 2022.
Cannabis Use and Pro-social Behavior. Project CBD. June 8, 2022.
Cannabis on Par with Opioids for Pain Relief, Study Suggests. Medscape. June 7, 2022.
Very high doses of CBD, a cannabis component, don’t affect driving. EurekAlert! May 30, 2022.
Califf on CBD: ‘I’m committed to do something about this’. Natural Products Insider. May 24, 2022.
Medicinal cannabis shown to reduce pain and need for opiate painkillers among cancer patients. EurekAlert! May 20, 2022.
Quality Control & Adulteration
Alkemist Labs launches Alkemist Assured consumer-facing product testing verification seal. Nutritional Outlook. May 26, 2022.
Only 7% of CBD brands test products for all impurities, says Leafreport. Nutritional Outlook. May 25, 2022.
What's in your weed? Study suggests current labeling system doesn't tell you much. EurekAlert! May 23, 2022.
NOW Continues Testing of Dietary Supplement Brands Sold on Amazon. Nutrition Industry Executive. May 16, 2022.

Consumer & Popular
A psychedelic surprise may be thriving in your local garden. National Geographic. April 26, 2022.

Trends & Technology
How will the weight-management supplements market shape up post-pandemic? Nutritional Outlook. June 2, 2022.
Sports nutrition innovation despite pandemic supply challenges. Natural Products Insider. May 25, 2022.
Shoppers Shift Back to Brick & Mortar. WholeFoods Magazine. May 24, 2022.
Immune health: New, novel ingredients are on the scene. Can they take on the market’s old guard? Nutritional Outlook. May 13, 2022.
Weight management’s growing influence on supplements, foods, and beverages. Nutritional Outlook. May 10, 2022.
All mushrooms are magic. Nutritional Outlook. May 3, 2022.
3 Top Trends from SSE 2022. WholeFoods Magazine. May 3, 2022.
Is hair health now the star of natural beauty supplements? Nutritional Outlook. May 2, 2022.
Consumers recharge with holistic energy and relaxation supplements. Nutritional Outlook. April 27, 2022.
Are immune health supplements still a priority for consumers? Nutritional Outlook. April 25, 2022.
Joint health supplements are ready to rebound. Nutritional Outlook. April 22, 2022.
Pandemic growth drives innovation in immune health. Natural Products Insider. April 21, 2022.

Environment & Conservation
Scientists Discovered the World's Largest Known Plant, and It's Over 100 Miles Long. Science Alert. June 1, 2022.
New Guide Aims to Educate on Ethical Palm Oil. WholeFoods Magazine. May 26, 2022.
Native plant gardening for species conservation. EurekAlert! May 18, 2022.
Fungi-based meat alternatives to help save Earth's forests. Science Daily. May 4, 2022.

Traditional Medicine
TCM formulation supports bone health, says recent study. Nutritional Outlook. May 13, 2022.

Community & Industry Releases
AHPA gives feedback on Senate HELP Committee MPL proposal. American Herbal Products Association. May 24, 2022.
FDA releases NDI enforcement discretion draft guidance. American Herbal Products Association. May 20, 2022.
Initial AHPA time study results suggest nearly $20 million initial compliance price tag for Durbin/Braun product listing bill. American Herbal Products Association. May 19, 2022.
Publications Spotlight Important Nutrition, Lifestyle Considerations for Women Across the Life Course. Council for Responsible Nutrition. June 6, 2022.
CRN Objects to Missing Protections in FDA Safety and Landmark Advancements Act. Council for Responsible Nutrition. May 27, 2022.
CRN Responds to FDA’s NDI Announcement Council for Responsible Nutrition. May 19, 2022.
NPA Urges Senate HELP Committee to Strike Dietary Supplement Provisions from FDASLA. Natural Products Association. June 7, 2022.
Rhode Island Senate Looks to Pass Legislation that Would Raise Vitamin Prices, Inconvenience Consumers, and Strain Retailers Natural Products Association. May 25, 2022.
Senator Hatch Tribute by Loren Israelsen. United Natural Products Alliance. May 18, 2022.
FDA Launches New Dietary Supplement Education Initiative for Consumers, Educators, and Healthcare Professionals. US Food & Drug Administration. June 2, 2022.
Organic Trade Association Applauds Investment of up to $300 Million in New Organic Transition Initiative. Organic Trade Association. June 1, 2022.
Naturopathic Doctors Hope to be Licensed in New York. American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. May 26, 2022.
New FDA Draft Guidance Aims to Increase Safety Information About Dietary Supplement Marketplace. US Food & Drug Administration. May 19, 2022.
Rhode Island Becomes 19th State to Legalize Marijuana for Adults. NORML. May 26, 2022.
MAPS Appoints Jeff George and Dan Grossman to MAPS PBC Board of Directors. Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies. June 7, 2022.
Announcing The Business Case for Collective Landscape Action Initiative. Rainforest Alliance. June 2, 2022.
Community: The Secret to Stopping Deforestation in Guatemala. Rainforest Alliance. June 1, 2022.
In Memory of John Burton, TRAFFIC's First Leader. TRAFFIC. May 27, 2022.
Orchids in India's illegal wildlife trade: A new factsheet released on International Day for Biological Diversity. TRAFFIC. May 22, 2022.
FairWild Foundation establishes recognition arrangements for the mabagrown® standard. FairWild Foundation. May 2022.
National University of Natural Medicine, Rose Haven Day Shelter Resume Long-Standing Partnership After Two-Year Hiatus. National University of Natural Medicine. June 12, 2022.
Foods of the Future. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. June 10, 2022.
NYBG’s Major Exhibition Around the Table: Stories of the Foods We Love Examines the Art and Science of Foodways and Food Traditions and Celebrates Plants as Foundational to All Culinary Customs. New York Botanical Garden. June 1, 2022.
NCCIH Supports Research Training for Complementary and Integrative Health Practitioners. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. May 20, 2022.
NSF Advances Industry Leadership Through SCNM Master's Degree Curriculum. NSF International. May 2022.

Science & Research
Heart health is still a top concern among seniors. Here’s how research is driving this category forward. Nutritional Outlook. April 12, 2022.
Indian sandalwood oil may protect skin from environmental stressors, says recent study. Nutritional Outlook. April 11, 2022.
Curcumin research for cognition, immunity and skin health. Natural Products Insider. April 5, 2022.
Eating two servings of avocados a week linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Science Daily. March 30, 2022.
Kudzu Roots and Soy Molasses may help treat three types of cancer especially kids'. EurekAlert! March 30, 2022.
Good news for coffee lovers: Daily coffee may benefit the heart. Science Daily. March 24, 2022.
Plant-based omega-3s may boost heart health, reduce risk of heart disease. Science Daily. March 23, 2022.
Trial use of soybean waste to tackle obesity. Science Daily. March 23, 2022.
100g of cranberries a day improves cardiovascular health, study finds. Science Daily. March 22, 2022.
Multi-herb extract supports healthy cholesterol levels, says recent study. Nutritional Outlook. March 16, 2022.
Trial testing cocoa flavanol supplement shows promise for reducing cardiovascular risk. Science Daily. March 16, 2022.
Elders & betters: Elderberry research is validating the hype. Nutritional Outlook. March 4, 2022.

Community & Industry
Layn Natural Ingredients launches Botanical Ingredient Library. Nutritional Outlook. April 11, 2022.
From field to frustration: How botanicals are weathering the great supply-chain cataclysm of 2022. Nutritional Outlook. March 28, 2022.
CHPA Launches Index to Analyze Trends in Supplements. WholeFoods Magazine. March 25, 2022.
Supply chain threats in herbs and botanicals with a focus on ashwagandha. Natural Products Insider. March 17, 2022.
Gaia Herbs appoints scientific advisory board to advance innovation in herbal supplements. EurekAlert! March 15, 2022.
NPEW 2022: The State of Natural & Organic. WholeFoods Magazine. March 11, 2022.

Cannabis Update
UK first to regulate market for oral cannabis extracts. Nutritional Outlook. April 4, 2022.

Consumer & Popular
Move It! Exercise and the Endocannabinoid System. Project CBD. April 13, 2022.
Americans Look to 3rd-Party Certifications to Align Purchases with Their Values. WholeFoods Magazine. March 30, 2022.
Are smokers’ health dietary supplements legit? Nutritional Outlook. March 30, 2022.

Quality Control & Adulteration
Ensuring Compliance and Quality in the Natural Products Marketplace. Nutrition Industry Executive. April 1, 2022.

Trends & Technology
Brain health supplements for the younger customer: How to sell cognitive supplements to Gen Z and millennials. Nutritional Outlook. April 14, 2022.
Blood sugar support supplements become more versatile. Nutritional Outlook. April 13, 2022.
Eyes on the prize: With projections high for the eye health supplements market, innovation and research are active. Nutritional Outlook. April 8, 2022.
How to win the sports and active nutrition game in 2022. Nutritional Outlook. March 28, 2022.
PBFA: Plant-Based Hit All-Time High in 2021. WholeFoods Magazine. March 25, 2022.
Humanization of pets driving innovation in natural ingredients. Natural Products Insider. March 17, 2022.
Broad benefits: Immune health supplements and powders are going multifunctional. Nutritional Outlook. March 14, 2022.
Relaxation and sleep supplements, “mushroom everything,” and carbonated soda for gut health among 2022’s biggest trends, predicts U.S. food broker Presence. Nutritional Outlook. March 7, 2022.
Ashwagandha goes mainstream in U.S. as sales boom. Natural Products Insider. March 4, 2022.

Environment & Conservation
World Health Day 2022: Celebrating the Himalayan plants supporting local livelihoods, health, and biodiversity. TRAFFIC. April 7, 2022.
TRAFFIC launches its online Learning Centre. TRAFFIC. March 31, 2022.

Education
April 25 Lecture To Explore Kratom’s Therapeutic Potential in Opioid Addiction. NCCIH Research Blog. April 4, 2022.
Bastyr University Welcomes DEI Leader Dr. Erika Lorenzana Del Villar. Bastyr University. March 15, 2022.

Community & Industry Releases
AHPA’s 40 Herbs We Love – No. 4: Aloe Vera. American Herbal Products Association. April 8, 2022.
FDA denies petitions to accept NAC in dietary supplement definition. American Herbal Products Association. April 7, 2022.
AHPA updates eight entries to the online Botanical Safety Handbook 2nd Ed. in first 2022 release. American Herbal Products Association. April 7, 2022.
AHPA releases educational materials in Chinese for prevention of pyrrolizidine alkaloid contamination. American Herbal Products Association. March 24, 2022.
AHPA’s 40 Herbs We Love – No. 3: Japanese Pagoda Tree. American Herbal Products Association. March 23, 2022.
CRN’s Mister Applauds COSMOS Research, Says Results to Drive Industry Innovation Council for Responsible Nutrition. March 16, 2022.
NPA Says Mandatory Product Listing in FDA FY 2023 Budget Request is a ‘Non-Starter’ and Amounts to ‘Pre-Market Approval’. Natural Products Association. March 28, 2022.
Rhode Island is Latest State to Target Dietary Supplements with Excessive Regulation Natural Products Association. March 22, 2022.
Poll: Super-Majority of Voters Favor Federal Repeal of Marijuana Prohibition. NORML. March 31, 2022.
Senate Unanimously Approves Legislation Providing Attorney General with Greater Say in Cannabis Research Decisions. NORML. March 31, 2022.
Analysis: Legal Cannabis Sales Projected to Top $72 Billion by 2030. NORML. March 31, 2022.
Call for Nominations: AOAC Official Methods Board. AOAC International. April 8, 2022.
March 2022 Analytical Methods Week Highlights. AOAC International. April 7, 2022.
eSymposium Phytotherapeutics in Children. ESCOP. April 5, 2022.
Call for Special Guest Editor Sections for the Journal of AOAC International. AOAC International. March 30, 2022.
How Your Company Can Support Regenerative Agriculture. Rainforest Alliance. April 4, 2022.
‘Biodiversity loss is our shared burden. It’s also our shared responsibility’. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. April 1, 2022.
Scientists develop model to improve biodiversity protection using AI technology. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. March 24, 2022.
New Measures to Support Transition to 2020 Sustainable Agriculture Standard. Rainforest Alliance. March 23, 2022.
International Day for Biological Diversity 2022. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. March 16, 2022.
UpS x Caledonia Northern Folk Studios: The Ohio Herbal Elders Project 2.0. United Plant Savers. April 5, 2022.
AHP pledges its support to the Society of Medicinal Plant Research (GA) call for humanitarian aid to Ukrainian refugees. United Plant Savers. March 17, 2022.
Pharmacognosy Dispatches from the Ukrainian Frontline. American Society of Pharmacognosy. March 2022.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul Delivers Keynote Address at NYBG’s Women’s History Month Celebration Honoring Bronx Women Community Leaders. New York Botanical Garden. March 24, 2022.
Based on More Than a Decade of Research, Field Guide to the Palms of Belize Is Now Available from NYBG Press in Hardcover, Softcover, and Digital Formats. New York Botanical Garden. March 16, 2022.
Revised Edition of The Secret Chief Revealed: Conversations with Leo Zeff, Pioneer in the Underground Psychedelic Therapy Movement to publish April 19, 2022. Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies. March 30, 2022.