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Natural Remedies Awarded American Botanical Council’s 2026 Varro E. Tyler Commercial Investment in Phytomedicinal Research Award
New Report Reinforces Efficacy of Oral Glutathione
Designs for Health Welcomes Court Decision Affirming Strength of Its Reformulated Ubiquinol CoQ10 Products
Applegate Farms, LLC Commits $50,000 to Help Midwest Corn Farmers Reduce Nitrogen Fertilizer Use
Cymbiotika Joins Forces with Gary Brecka and The Ultimate Human to Advance the Future of Precision Wellness
BoomRx Introduces Peptide Skincare Line
Natural Remedies Awarded American Botanical Council’s 2026 Varro E. Tyler Commercial Investment in Phytomedicinal Research Award
American Botanical Council (ABC) presented Natural Remedies with the prestigious 2026 ABC Varro E. Tyler Commercial Investment in Phytomedicinal Research Award during the Botanical Excellence Awards ceremony on March 3 at Natural Products Expo West. Suresh Lakshmikanthan, Ph.D., chief business officer at Natural Remedies, accepted the award, which recognizes the company’s sustained commitment to clinical research across multiple medicinal plants.
“What stands out about Natural Remedies is the depth and consistency of its investment in human clinical research,” said Mark Blumenthal, founder and executive director of the American Botanical Council. “The company has taken a long-term view, applying rigorous scientific methods to botanicals with global relevance and helping advance a more credible and evidence-based foundation for various traditionally-used herbal medicines.”
Natural Remedies’ sustained investment in clinical research encompasses multiple botanicals with traditional use and emerging clinical evidence. The company has consistently applied rigorous study designs to explore how plants such as holy basil, turmeric, bacopa, andrographis and licorice can influence human health, bridging traditional knowledge with modern science.
“We are deeply honored to receive this award from the American Botanical Council,” said Anurag Agarwal, managing director, Natural Remedies. “This recognition reflects our steadfast commitment to scientific integrity, rigorous research, and advancing evidence-based botanicals globally. We are grateful to the American Botanical Council for upholding the highest standards of excellence in the herbal industry.”
Named for the late Professor Varro E. Tyler — former dean of the School of Pharmacy and Pharmacal Sciences at Purdue University and an early member of the American Botanical Council’s Board of Trustees — the award reflects ABC’s longstanding mission to advance responsible research, education and quality standards in herbal medicine. Tyler helped shape the organization’s early publications and programs in pharmacognosy, ethnobotany and botanical education, including work related to ABC’s English translation and publication of the German Commission E Monographs.
Blumenthal said Natural Remedies was selected for its exceptional commitment to scientific and clinical research on Andrographis, bacopa, holy basil, licorice, and turmeric. With more than 20 published human clinical trials, the company has documented both traditional and emerging health applications of botanicals widely used in Indian systems of medicine, including support for cold and flu, cognitive function, digestive health, joint comfort and stress resilience.
Natural Remedies’ botanical innovation began with Bacomind, a clinically researched bacopa extract positioned as an industry reference standard for cognitive function. Its portfolio has since expanded to include Holixer for stress and mood, GutGard for digestive health and GLP-1 support, Ashwa.30 for stress and vitality, Turmacin for joint support and AP-Bio for immune health. Each branded ingredient is supported by clinical and preclinical research designed to deliver targeted, science-backed solutions across key health categories. Natural Remedies develops clinically supported, branded botanical ingredients used in dietary supplements and health products worldwide. The company maintains vertically integrated operations with a focus on sustainability, traceability and safety, and its ingredients are certified kosher and halal.
The 2026 Varro E. Tyler Commercial Investment in Phytomedicinal Research Award highlights both the American Botanical Council’s role in promoting scientific rigor in the herbal sector and Natural Remedies’ position as a research-driven botanical company at a time when substantiation and transparency remain central to industry credibility.
To learn more visit Natural Remedies at: https://naturalremedieshumanhealth.com.
About Natural Remedies
With a history dating back to 1950, Natural Remedies is an internationally recognized botanical healthcare company focused on combining traditional herbal wisdom with modern science. The company develops clinically supported, high-quality botanical branded ingredients used in health and wellness products around the world. Its team of 45-plus scientists has published more than 230 research papers in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to global standards in herbal medicine. Natural Remedies is committed to safety, sustainability, and innovation across its entire supply chain and all ingredients are certified kosher and halal.
New Report Reinforces Efficacy of Oral Glutathione
Glutathione (GSH) is a trending antioxidant in the health and wellness world. It is one of the most important molecules in the body due to its role in protecting cells from the damaging effects of toxins and oxidative stress. While GSH is naturally produced by the body, supplementation is a common way to maintain higher levels of the master antioxidant, and a new study has added to the growing evidence that oral GSH supplementation, like California Green's Glutathione supplement, can support cellular health and vitality.
In late February, a new study was published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition on liposomal glutathione (i.e., orally administered glutathione supplements) and their effect on cellular vitality, which is a popular trend in wellness at the moment. The preliminary study supported "the effectiveness of daily liposomal GSH administration at elevating stores of GSH and impacting immune function and levels of oxidative stress." Among the findings were two key statistics: first, within a week of oral supplementation, GSH levels in whole blood elevated as high as 40%. In addition, administering 500mg and 1000mg doses had no noticeable difference among the participants.
"While the study was small and ongoing studies will be important, as far as preliminary findings go, this was an important step in continuing research in this critical area of health," said Dr. Elbandy of California Greens. "It is also a confirmation for California Greens that our Glutathione supplement is an effective way to boost cellular health and vitality."
California Greens is redefining nutraceutical performance by overcoming the traditional limitation of poor bioavailability through advanced delivery technologies. Our Glutathione is a breakthrough innovation, being among the first in the USA to utilize orobuccal absorption technology combined with nano-delivery systems to bypass gastrointestinal degradation and first-pass metabolism. This allows for rapid, efficient absorption directly into systemic circulation. This delivers superior bioavailability and clinical effectiveness compared to conventional oral forms, bringing oral supplementation closer than ever to the performance of injectable therapies, with greater convenience and patient compliance.
California Greens' Glutathione is made in Italy and comes in a citrus powder stick or sachet. The dietary supplement contains a unique, patented form of its titular ingredient that is presented in a highly absorbable tripeptide. This is manufactured using a fermentation process that increases bioavailability. The result is higher uptake, which can help replenish the body's antioxidant reserves — reserves that can become depleted due to a host of different issues, including poor diet, medicine, and natural aging, just to name a few. As glutathione continues to gain public awareness as a preventative health and wellness option, California Greens' product by the same name is positioned to become a premium option for consumers interested in maintaining cellular vitality over time.
About California Greens
California Greens is a globally driven nutraceutical company, established in 2009, dedicated to advancing health through scientifically backed, high-quality natural solutions. Over the years, the company has expanded its portfolio across key health segments, including skin health, immunity, women's health, and metabolic support. With a strong commitment to innovation, California Greens integrates advanced delivery technologies with premium natural ingredients to overcome bioavailability challenges and maximize clinical effectiveness. Guided by a mission to deliver safe, efficient, and evidence-based wellness solutions, the company continues to address modern health needs while enhancing patient compliance and overall quality of life worldwide. Learn more at c-greens.com.
Designs for Health Welcomes Court Decision Affirming Strength of Its Reformulated Ubiquinol CoQ10 Products
Designs for Health®, the practitioner-recommended and preferred brand for high-quality, research-backed supplements, today welcomed a recent decision from the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware in the matter involving Kaneka Corporation.
The Court's decision confirms that Designs for Health's CoQnol 100™ and CoQnol 200™ CoQ10 products currently sold in market do not infringe on a competitive patent and reinforces the company's science-first approach to developing clinically relevant formulations.
"We are pleased with the Court's decision, which reinforces the strength of our science-first approach and the rigor behind our formulations," said Chris Tedesco, Chief Executive Officer of Designs for Health. "Our team has a long-standing commitment to developing high-quality, clinically relevant solutions that practitioners can trust, and this outcome reflects the integrity of that work."
The outcome underscores Designs for Health's continued commitment to innovation, quality, and scientific integrity—principles that guide its work in supporting healthcare practitioners and their patients. Through its practitioner-first model, integrated clinical education, and portfolio of 350+ Science-First™ formulations, Designs for Health remains focused on translating innovation into real-world clinical outcomes.
About Designs for Health, Inc.
Family-owned Designs for Health, Inc. offers high-quality nutritional supplements and functional foods to health-care professionals and their patients. Guided by its founding philosophy of "Science-First™," the company is unwaveringly committed to creating research-driven formulations with meaningful quantities of functional ingredients that maximize the potential for successful health outcomes. For over 36 years, Designs for Health has been many healthcare professionals' trusted source not only for product innovation but also for leadership in clinical education and practice development solutions. https://www.designsforhealth.com/our-story
Applegate Farms, LLC Commits $50,000 to Help Midwest Corn Farmers Reduce Nitrogen Fertilizer Use
Applegate Farms, LLC, maker of APPLEGATE®, the nation's leading natural and organic meat brand, today announced a partnership with Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI) to reduce nitrogen fertilizer use on 3,000 acres of farmland in the Midwest. The $50,000 investment is a cornerstone of the company's Groundwork initiative, which works to help farmers transition to more environmentally sustainable practices and boost biodiversity on agricultural lands.
The program, formally called the N Rate Risk Protection program, is open to conventional corn farmers willing to reduce their use of nitrogen fertilizer by approximately 20 pounds per acre. All farmers will receive a per-acre stipend for participation; those confronting lower yields due to the reduction will be compensated. Applications are open now and will be accepted through April.
Farmers enrolled in the program will supply feed to mills that serve Applegate livestock producers. Throughout the program, PFI will track and document the successful on-farm practices that support reduced fertilizer use. A tally of total reductions in nitrogen application and associated decreases in greenhouse gas emissions will be shared by Applegate in 2027.
"This program is the embodiment of Applegate's pragmatic approach to our mission: Changing The Meat We Eat®," said Carolyn Gahn, Applegate's senior director of mission and advocacy. "It lessens the financial risk for farmers to do what they want to do anyway—minimize environmental impact and save money. We're grateful to work with PFI to create a rare win-win for farmers."
Reducing nitrogen fertilizer application lowers input costs for farmers while also helping to address environmental harms that scientific authorities say are associated with fertilizer runoff, including water pollution and the expansion of "dead zones" in the Gulf of Mexico.
"Nitrogen is a vital crop nutrient, but when more is applied than the crop can use, it can move into waterways and impact wildlife, people and aquatic ecosystems," said Chelsea Ferrie, PFI's crop nutrition systems manager. "By helping farmers find their optimal nitrogen rates, we can support both farm profitability and improve environmental outcomes."
Financial risk remains one of the biggest barriers to change in agriculture. By providing a form of yield-loss protection to farmers willing to try a new approach, the N Rate Risk Protection program allows corn growers to experiment with lower nitrogen applications while protecting their bottom line and building long-term farm resilience.
"Applegate's Groundwork initiative is about exactly that — laying the groundwork for a more sustainable food system, one farm at a time," said Gahn. "We see this partnership with PFI as a model for how food companies can put their money where their mission is."
About Applegate Farms, LLC
Founded in 1987, Applegate Farms, LLC produces high-quality natural and organic hot dogs, bacon, sausages, deli meats, and frozen products. Our products are sourced from animals raised with no antibiotics ever and from farms where animals are treated with care and respect, pursuant to our Applegate Humanely Raised* guidelines. Our commitment to high standards is all part of our mission: Changing The Meat We Eat®.
Natural can mean many things, but to Applegate natural means our food is:
· Sourced from animals that are Applegate Humanely Raised* without antibiotics, added hormones or growth promotants, and allowed to grow at their natural rate
· From animals fed a vegetarian or pasture-centered diet (our beef is 100 percent grass-fed)
· Free of synthetic nitrates or nitrites
· Free of artificial ingredients
Applegate became a stand-alone subsidiary of Hormel Foods in July 2015. For more information about our products, visit www.applegate.com or talk with us on https://www.instagram.com/applegate, send a text to (908) 725-5800.
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Cymbiotika Joins Forces with Gary Brecka and The Ultimate Human to Advance the Future of Precision Wellness
Cymbiotika, the science-backed wellness brand known for its advanced liposomal delivery technology, today announced a strategic partnership with human biologist and performance optimization authority Gary Brecka, founder of The Ultimate Human.
The collaboration brings together two distinct but complementary forces shaping the future of wellness: Brecka's trusted, protocol-driven approach to health optimization and Cymbiotika's focus on delivering nutrients through advanced absorption technology designed to maximize bioavailability. As consumer interest in longevity and performance continues to accelerate, the partnership connects what to take with what the body can actually absorb.
For years, Brecka has helped millions of people better understand what the body needs to perform at its highest level. Cymbiotika has focused on the equally important question of how effectively those nutrients are delivered and absorbed. Together, the partnership creates a more complete, measurable approach to wellness, bridging the gap between recommendation and real biological impact.
"I've always said that knowing what your body needs is only half the battle if the nutrients aren't getting into your cells, you're not optimizing, you're just spending money", shares Brecka. Cymbiotika has built what I consider the most advanced nutrient delivery system available today, and pairing their absorption technology with the protocols I've developed creates something neither of us could offer alone. This is what precision wellness actually looks like."
Cymbiotika's proprietary liposomal delivery systems are designed to improve nutrient absorption compared to traditional supplement formats, with internal clinical data demonstrating up to 3X greater bioavailability in select formulations.
"We've always believed that what matters most is not just what you take — it's what your body actually absorbs," said Cymbiotika Co-Founder & CEO Shahab Elmi. "Gary represents one of the most trusted voices in performance and longevity today. By bringing together his protocol expertise with our advanced delivery technology, we're helping people achieve better outcomes from the nutrients they rely on every day."
As part of the collaboration, Cymbiotika will become a featured supplement partner within Brecka's broader wellness ecosystem, integrating select formulations into structured, protocol-driven systems designed to support energy, longevity, recovery, and overall metabolic health.
As part of the partnership, Gary will spotlight a curated stack of Cymbiotika formulations designed to work together within his performance protocols, including:
Liposomal Glutathione: A liposomal formulation of the body's "master antioxidant" designed to support detoxification, immune function, and cellular protection from oxidative stress
Liquid Colostrum: A bioactive nutrient complex containing immunoglobulins, growth factors, and peptides designed to support immune function, gut health, and overall recovery.
Irish Sea Moss: A mineral-rich marine superfood containing trace minerals and nutrients that support digestion, thyroid health, skin health, and overall vitality.
Liposomal Advanced Creatine: A highly bioavailable creatine formulation designed to support athletic performance, strength, recovery, and cognitive function.
Liposomal NAD+: A cellular coenzyme that plays a key role in mitochondrial energy production, metabolic health, and healthy aging pathways.
The partnership will also include a series of educational initiatives designed to help consumers better understand the role of nutrient absorption, bioavailability, and protocol-based supplementation in optimizing long-term health. Content collaborations, educational media, and performance-driven campaigns will roll out later this year across digital channels, podcast integrations, and retail platforms in the U.S.
As Cymbiotika continues to expand its presence across performance, longevity, and everyday wellness, the partnership marks a strategic step toward building a more structured, repeatable system for precision health, reflecting a broader shift toward performance-driven, protocol-based wellness.
About Cymbiotika
Cymbiotika is a pioneering wellness company dedicated to creating high-quality nutritional supplements that are accessible, effective, and easy to incorporate into everyday life. Co-founded by Durana Elmi, Shahab Elmi, and Chervin Jafarieh, the brand combines advanced delivery technologies with clean, innovative ingredients to support real, measurable results. To learn more, visit Cymbiotika.com or follow @Cymbiotika across social platforms.
About Gary Brecka & The Ultimate Human
Gary Brecka, the visionary founder of The Ultimate Human, is a renowned Human Biologist, biohacker, and longevity expert. With over two decades of experience in analyzing human biomarkers, Gary's unique approach combines the precision of science with the personal touch of individual wellness.
The Ultimate Human is consistently ranked among the top five health and wellness podcasts, reaching and impacting thousands of lives through its powerful media platform. Through The Ultimate Human, Gary shares his deep knowledge and innovative strategies to help individuals navigate their health journeys. His work is driven by a profound belief in the power of informed, personalized health interventions to transform lives. With Gary's guidance, The Ultimate Human continues to inspire and equip people to become the best versions of themselves, inside and out.
BoomRx Introduces Peptide Skincare Line
BoomRx, the fastest-growing national pharmaceutical technology platform that simplifies prescription sourcing and fulfillment, today announced its new peptide-based skincare line, giving healthcare providers a practical and easy way to add aesthetic treatments alongside services like hormone therapy, weight management, and hair loss. The line will debut at the A4M Longevity SpringFest conference in West Palm Beach, Fla., April 11-12.
For healthcare providers, this creates more flexibility in how they support patients. Instead of referring out or managing separate pharmacy vendors, clinics can now incorporate skincare into the same workflows they already use for other therapies and fulfillment.
The launch includes Copper Peptide Skin Repair Cream, the first product in the BoomRx skincare portfolio. Developed as an advanced topical complex featuring Copper Tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu)—a bioactive copper peptide—the formulation is designed to support the appearance of smoother skin texture, improved firmness, and more even-looking tone.
"Patients are expecting increasingly more when it comes to their skincare," said Kurt Lunkwitz, CEO of BoomRx. "They want the newest products and innovations that deliver better results. This announcement is about giving healthcare providers the ability to do more for their patients within the same clinical skincare protocols and workflows they already use. The BoomRx pharmacy portal gives practices a single point of access to medications, sourcing, and fulfillment. As physicians expand the services and treatments they offer, they shouldn't have to take on more operational complexity to do it."
Practices can easily access the new skincare products along with 300+ other therapies through the BoomRx portal—supported by nationwide shipping, simplified order management, and centralized coordination across pharmacy partners. Each patient order is fulfilled as a single shipment with one flat shipping fee, helping reduce administrative burden while creating a more consistent experience for both healthcare providers and their patients.
About BoomRx
BoomRx is a national pharmaceutical technology platform that unifies access to regulated 503A and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility products as well as other manufactured and brand medications through a single, secure ordering portal. By consolidating multi-pharmacy workflows, simplifying state-by-state shipping complexity, expanding national access, introducing predictable flat-rate shipping, and improving price transparency, BoomRx helps medical, wellness, telemedicine, and med-spa practices scale efficiently while improving operational performance and patient satisfaction. For more information, please visit https://boomrx.com.