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A recent study, published as a preprint on Nature Communications and authored by a research team affiliated with various institutions in China, has sparked significant discussion within the scientific and health communities. The research, titled "Exogenous creatine supplementation promotes tumor metastasis via megakaryocyte creatine kinase B-STAT5B signaling," posits a link between creatine supplementation and the…

The past decade has witnessed a profound transformation in drug development, with decentralized clinical trial (DCT) methodologies evolving from an experimental concept into a foundational element of research. Propelled by evolving regulatory frameworks and significantly accelerated by the exigencies of the COVID-19 pandemic, components of DCTs—such as telemedicine consultations, remote patient monitoring, and the collection…

Once a niche treatment for Type 2 diabetes, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are rapidly evolving from therapeutic agents to a transformative force across multiple industries. In 2024, an estimated 1 in 8 American adults, translating to over 30 million individuals, reported using GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, according to data from…

GRANTS PASS, OR – A catastrophic fire swept through Oshala Farm, a prominent herbal producer and bulk ingredient supplier, on Tuesday afternoon, July 8, 2026, resulting in the complete destruction of its warehousing and drying facilities. The blaze also consumed the farm’s extensive inventory of dried herbs, some of which represent years of dedicated cultivation…

The botanical supplement industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by escalating consumer demand for transparency and an unwavering focus on product quality. A pivotal 2025 supplement consumer survey conducted by the Industry Transparency Center has illuminated this shift, revealing that shoppers now prioritize detailed ingredient information and credible quality seals above almost all other…

In the wake of a pivotal March 2026 meeting convened to "explore the scope of dietary supplement ingredients," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has opened a significant period for public comment. This initiative, designed to solicit industry and public input, has already garnered an overwhelming response, with 952 distinct submissions flooding the agency’s…

A groundbreaking randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial has provided robust scientific validation for the efficacy of Dose for Cholesterol, a popular liquid dietary supplement. Published in the esteemed Journal of Dietary Supplements, the study reveals that participants consuming the supplement experienced a substantial and statistically significant decrease in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels over a…

Sabinsa’s global CEO and managing director, Shaheen Majeed, unequivocally positions quality, transparency, and sustainability as foundational pillars for the company’s approach to ingredient manufacturing and innovation. In a recent discussion with Devon Gholam, editor of SupplySide Supplement Journal, Majeed articulated how this "quality-first" ethos permeates every stage of an ingredient’s lifecycle, from its origin on…

A groundbreaking new paper, published in the esteemed journal Progress in Lipids Research, is shedding new light on the intricate mechanisms by which dietary interventions influence the human endocannabinoidome, a sophisticated lipid signaling network that plays a pivotal role in regulating metabolic, immune, and neurobehavioral processes. This comprehensive review, a synthesis of over 140 individual…

A comprehensive new review published in the esteemed journal Frontiers in Aging has illuminated the significant potential of omega-3 fatty acid supplementation, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), in promoting healthy aging. The research, conducted by a collaborative team of scientists from institutions in Greece and Cyprus, centers on the capacity of these…