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Cortisol Awakening Response Research: Arjuna Natural's Upcoming Shoden Study Explained | Episode #207
Episode #207 of the PricePlow Podcast brings together Keely Johnson, VP of Sales and Marketing at Arjuna Natural, and Dr. Jessie Cavanaugh of Nutraceuticals Research Institute for a deep dive into cortisol science and ashwagandha research methodology. Jessie, a Harvard Medical School Clinical Scholars Training Program alumna, just completed what she describes as […]
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Arjuna Natural Brings Shoden-R Beverages and Chews to Expo West 2026
Ashwagandha in a can.
A few years ago, that idea was mostly wishful thinking! Traditional extracts were bitter, cloudy, and practically impossible to work with in liquid formats. Arjuna Natural changed that with Shoden-R, a 100% root extract that's odorless, tasteless, water-soluble, and clinically effective at just 60mg per serving.
We covered the […]
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Apollon Nutrition Casanova: 10-Ingredient Male Vitality Formula Upgraded for 2026
Apollon Nutrition has reformulated Casanova, their epic male vitality and performance supplement, with an upgraded 10-ingredient formula that delivers clinical doses of nitric oxide boosters, testosterone support compounds, and adaptogenic herbs. The 2026 version adds four new ingredients while maintaining the blood flow support that made the original popular, but with a cleaner formula […]
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Formulator's Corner #22: Shoden-R Powers Novel Nighttime Hydration + Sleep Formula
In today's installment of our Formulator's Corner Series, we create a hypothetical nighttime recovery powder that combines stress management, sleep optimization, and intelligent hydration. Will a forward-thinking brand bring this science-backed evening ritual to market?
The Evening Dilemma: When Stress Meets DehydrationThe modern supplement consumer faces a paradox every evening. They know hydration matters […]
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Shoden-R: Arjuna Natural's Award-Winning Ashwagandha Root Extract Breaks New Ground
At SupplySide Global 2025, Arjuna Natural's newly launched Shoden-R ashwagandha extract claimed the Ingredient Idol award for the relaxation category. The accolade validates what the company has been developing behind the scenes and teased on Episode #171 of the PricePlow Podcast: a root-only ashwagandha extract standardized to 35% withanolide glycosides that solves formulation challenges plaguing […]
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Core Culture NuWomen: All-In Hormonal Balance for Modern Women, Proudly Made at Veritacor
Hormonal fluctuations affect nearly every aspect of women's health, from mood and energy to skin clarity and body composition. Core Culture addresses these interconnected challenges with NuWomen, a seven-ingredient formula combining clinical-strength botanicals with targeted nutrients designed to support hormonal balance throughout life's various phases.
Manufactured at Veritacor, the NSF-certified, GMP-compliant facility in […]
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Sensapure Flavors Unveils Fall 2025 Beverage Concepts at SupplySide Global
SupplySide Global 2025 wrapped up in Las Vegas, and Sensapure Flavors once again demonstrated why they're the flavor house functional beverage brands turn to when conventional approaches fail. The Salt Lake City-based flavor specialists showcased their latest PURE series concepts, proving that even the most challenging functional ingredients can taste exceptional with the right flavor […]
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UK vs US Supplement Standards: Strom Sports & PLT Health Strategize | Episode #187
On Episode #187 of the PricePlow Podcast, we welcome Richard Foster (founder of Strom Sports UK) and Dean Harris (president of Strom Sports US) for an in-depth discussion filmed at PLT Health Solutions headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey. Joined by PLT's Steve Fink (who first joined us in Episode #146), this marks the […]
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Arjuna Natural Brings Functional Indulgence with Shoden and BCM-95 to SupplySide Global 2025 at Booth #6517
Arjuna Natural is set to transform the functional food and beverage experience at SupplySide Global 2025 (Booth #6517) with an innovative lineup of ready-to-market prototypes featuring their clinically-validated BCM-95 turmeric extract and Shoden ashwagandha extracts. The concepts showcase how these potent botanicals can seamlessly integrate into consumer-friendly formats without compromising taste or efficacy.
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Formulator's Corner #20: Menopause Brain Fog Formula - Memo-Q Meets Functional Chocolate
In today's installment of our Formulator's Corner Series, we create a hypothetical functional chocolate supplement specifically designed for women navigating menopause-related cognitive challenges. Will a forward-thinking brand bring this science-backed indulgence to market?
The Silent Struggle: When Brain Fog Clouds the Best YearsMenopause is a universal transition, yet its cognitive effects remain underrecognized and […]
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