Iceland lichen - natural throat and immune support. New product from Pharma Dot

Iceland lichen - natural throat and immune support. New product from Pharma Dot

What is Icelandic lichen and why has it gained popularity?

Iceland moss (Cetraria islandica) is a lichen that has been used for centuries in folk medicine, particularly in Scandinavia and Iceland. Today, it is making a comeback as a natural ingredient in dietary supplements, which helps to:

How do you reduce storage and shipping costs for supplements? Opt for fulfillment with Pharma Dot

How do you reduce storage and shipping costs for supplements? Opt for fulfillment with Pharma Dot

Fulfillment - the key to lower logistics costs
Do you sell dietary supplements online? Whether you run an online shop or sell via Allegro, Amazon or TikTok, warehousing, packaging and shipping are among your biggest operational costs. Fulfillment is a service that allows you to reduce them effectively.

Capsules in sachets - a trend from the States that is now being introduced to Poland

Capsules in sachets - a trend from the States that is now being introduced to Poland

What are single-dose capsules, and where does this trend come from? In the US and Asia, capsules in individual sachets (known as ‘daily sachets’ or ‘single-dose pouches’) are already the norm in modern supplementation. Each sachet contains a single serving of the supplement — usually 1–4 capsules, selected for a specific effect: energy, recovery, stress, sleep or digestion. This trend is now making its way to Poland and Europe…

Ashwagandha increasingly banned in the European Union - what's next for this adaptogen?

Ashwagandha increasingly banned in the European Union - what's next for this adaptogen?

Ashwagandha – the golden adaptogen under regulatory pressure Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) has been one of the most popular adaptogens in Europe for years. It has been used to help reduce stress and improve sleep quality, mood, concentration and hormonal balance. However, an increasing number of EU member states are restricting or banning its use in food supplements. In which countries is Ashwagandha already banned or restricted? As of…

The genetic microbiome and probiotics - a new era of personalised supplementation?

The genetic microbiome and probiotics - a new era of personalised supplementation?

The microbiome in the spotlight – a revolution in gut health and immunity Just a decade ago, the microbiome was only discussed in academic circles. Today, it is one of the hottest topics in the world of supplements. Consumers are increasingly coming to understand that gut health equals the health of the whole body. There is also growing talk of the genetic microbiome – a unique set of microorganisms that…

Functional mushrooms - a growing trend in dietary supplements. Are they worth having in your range?

Functional mushrooms - a growing trend in dietary supplements. Are they worth having in your range?

What are functional mushrooms and why the sudden surge in popularity? Functional mushrooms are natural extracts with a history of use stretching back thousands of years in Eastern medicine. In recent years, they have also gained popularity in Europe and the USA as adaptogens – substances that help the body adapt to stress, improve cognitive function and boost overall immunity. The mushrooms most commonly used in supplements include: Why…