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Making the Most of the Women’s Health Opportunity

Industry insiders weigh in on the latest science and innovations driving demand in women’s health supplements.

February 20, 2025

After decades of being under-researched and under-funded, the tide has shifted, and the medical and nutraceutical industries are investing in female-specific R&D.

Supplement Highlights

The "Master" Antioxidant: Glutathione

Learn more about this powerful mitochondria protector and free radical fighter.

October 24, 2024

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

When it comes to a potent antioxidants, glutathione is considering "one of the most important antioxidants out there."

A New Era in Women’s Wellness

Experts share the science & trends driving demand—plus how retailers can grow sales.

February 22, 2024

Jennifer Joseph

The women’s health supplement market is having a major moment. Take a look at the latest science and trends.

Bluebonnet Expands Intimate Essentials Line with DHEA Supplement

October 17, 2023

Rebecca Viscomi

Bluebonnet Nutrition is growing their line of Intimate Essentials, with the addition of a new DHEA supplement, formulated to support men's and women's sexual and fertility health.

Herb of the Month: Tongkat Ali

Tongkat Ali is an effective herbal supplement that brings life, energy, and balance to the body.

June 28, 2023

Jeffrey Burke, ND, MH, CNC, CHS

Tongkat Ali is an effective herbal supplement that brings life, energy, and balance to the body.

Growth Drivers in Women’s Health

Industry insiders weigh in on how to support women and their nutritional needs while growing the bottom line.

March 1, 2023

Jennifer Joseph

Black Seed: 6 Reasons to Love It

December 22, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

Nigella sativa (aka black seed or black cumin) has been linked to many curative properties, traced back to the Old Testament. Today, research confirms that the herb delivers benefits. “Nigella is a relatively little-known but increasingly popular botanical in the Western medicinal herb and dietary supplement industry,” said Stefan Gafner, Ph.D.,...

Sperm Health: Role of Semen Microbes

August 16, 2022

International Probiotics Association

One lone sperm is needed to reach a woman’s ova (egg) to set the stage for human reproduction. Even though healthy male ejaculate (about 2-4 mL) contains as many as 800 million sperm, many men struggle with infertility. Fewer than 15 million sperm per mL of semen is considered a...

Preliminary Study Connects Fertility with Microbiome

March 16, 2021

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Japan—A preliminary study may have found a link between gut microbiota and female fertility. The study, published in the Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition, states that “fertility depends on a receptive state of the endometrium and hormonal adaptations as well as the immune system. Local and systemic immunities are...

Fertility and Sexual Performance

January 9, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Bluebonnet Nutrition has introduced Intimate Essentials, a comprehensive line of fertility and sexual performance supplements to help enhance and improve reproductive and sexual health, according to the company. The line, which includes Intimate Essentials For Him Testosterone & Libido Boost Capsules, Intimate Essentials For Her Hormonal Balance Capsules, Intimate Essentials...