Helianthus Annuus: The Gold Standard for Flower Power

It’s hard to say where in the world Sunflowers are best-loved, or in which culture they are most deeply rooted. Between 1-2 million years old, they are native to the Americas but also have a long history of cultivation in other parts of the world. Considered the “fourth sister” by eastern Indigenous Americans, this Asteraceae…

Game-Changers: Natural Ingredients That Are Winning Big in Sports & Wellness Products

Over the last decade, worldwide participation in organized sports—and athletic endeavors in general—has been trending upwards. We can point to many possible factors for this global increase in engagement. While universal shifts in culture have played a role, exposure to thousands of sports (old and new) continues to spread rapidly through screens & social media….