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Exploration and Adventure Through SpicesAccording to Perfumer & Flavorist, consumer hunger for exciting flavors will continue, “as 47% of consumers expect to continue buying interesting new offerings following the pandemic.” Bold and hot fla...

Burdock is a plant that’s typically seen as a weed - however, this lowly weed has some surprising health benefits.Burdock root has been used as a natural herbal remedy in Europe, North America, and Asia for hundreds of years. This herb is said to hel...

Burdock is an important herb with numerous potential health benefits. Despite being categorized as a weed, this plant is actually a valuable herb known to offer a wide range of potential health benefits.One of the most popular uses for this plant is...

Functional Benefits of Green Tea Green tea contains the amino acid L-theanine which can be used for its potential calming and de-stressing effects. There is some evidence to support additional claims around the benefits of L-theanine to help suppo...

As consumers seek ingredients they perceive will help them achieve their health goals, they’re thirsty for functional beverages as a solution. According to The Food Institute, the global functional beverage market is projected to grow at 10.49% annua...