In Search of the Extraordinary – Rooted in the Soil of Colombia
In the early morning hours, when mist still drapes the lush green hills of Colombia like a veil and the first rays of sunlight pierce through the dense canopy, the day begins for many farmers with a glance at their fields. Between Coffee Plantations and Wild Orchids Here, where the soil is fertile and the climate as […]
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Keeping Lupins Safe: The Role of Reference Standards
Lupins are considered a valuable source of protein and are especially popular in vegan and gluten-free products. However, alongside their positive properties, they also pose health risks that should not be underestimated. The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) points out that lupin seeds contain natural defense compounds: so-called quinolizidine alkaloids (QA). These alkaloids […]
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Digitoxin: Renaissance of a Cardiac Glycoside
Digitoxin, a cardiac glycoside derived from the purple foxglove (Digitalis purpurea), is experiencing a remarkable renaissance in modern heart failure therapy thanks to the DIGIT-HF study. The study demonstrates that Digitoxin can significantly reduce the risk of death and hospital admission in patients with systolic heart failure (HFrEF) when added to standard therapy. Digitoxin as […]
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Naturally Derived, Stable, Effective – Pinanediol as a Key Ingredient for Clean Beauty
Cosmetic product development increasingly challenges manufacturers to identify ingredients that are not only effective and well-tolerated, but also sustainable and formulation-friendly.One compound that shows great promise in this context is Pinanediol. What is Pinanediol? Pinanediol is a bicyclic diol derived from natural terpenes such as α-pinene, a component of essential oils found in pine and […]
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Camphanediol – Smoothing, Soothing, and Hydrating
In the world of skincare, ingredients with versatile properties and high skin compatibility are in high demand. One such ingredient is Camphanediol. A skin-conditioning agent known for its soothing effect and pleasant texture. But what exactly is behind this promising compound? What is Camphanediol? Camphanediol is an active ingredient originally derived from natural camphor. An […]
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Biofach Nuremberg
Our project manager from the Phytochemicals division, Dr. Sandra Miklos, will participate in the renowned BIOFACH trade fair in Nuremberg! She is looking forward to discovering the latest trends and innovations in the world of organic and sustainable products and making valuable contacts. We are looking forward to inspiring insights and exciting news! Did you […]
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Phytopharmaceuticals and the wave of colds: The timing is crucial
The days are getting shorter and colder and with the rainy weather, cold viruses are also celebrating their comeback. Once persistent respiratory infections have taken hold, the only thing that often helps in the end is antibiotic therapy. But it doesn’t have to come to that.The world of medicinal plants offers a whole range of […]
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Plant extracts in paint and coating industry
Wall colours are part of our everyday lives – pretty much every room we spend time in is painted more or less brightly. It therefore makes sense to think about how the choice of products can affect our environment and our health. And what is the problem with conventional paints and coatings? Conventional paints contain […]
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Resiniferatoxin – the world’s hottest chemical in painkiller research
Resiniferatoxin is a natural substance found in Euphorbia resinifera. This plant grows in Morocco on the slopes of the Atlas Mountains. The milky sap of this plant contains a high concentration of resiniferatoxin.Resiniferatoxin has a taste that is 500 to 1000 times hotter than capsaicin, which is found in peppers or chili.On the Scoville scale, […]
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Purpurin 18: A natural anthraquinone with special pharmacological activities
Purpurin 18 is a derivative of chlorophyll, a natural pigment found in green plants and algae.It can be easily isolated from all kinds of green plants and, thus, it presents an economically feasible source. Selective destruction of cancer cells possible Purpurin 18 has been studied as a potential photosensitizer for photodynamic therapy (PDT),This therapy uses […]
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Azadirachtin – environmentally friendly biopesticide from the neem tree
Azadirachtin is a chemical compound belonging to the limonoid group. It is a secondary metabolite found in the seeds of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica). It is a highly oxidized tetranortriterpenoid derived from naringenin. It boasts aplethora of oxygen-bearing functional groups, including an enol ether, acetal, hemiacetal, tetra-substituted epoxide and various carboxylic esters. The structure […]
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Marshmallow root – particularly effective for dry, irritating coughs
Even in ancient times, marshmallow (Althaea officinalis), also known as white mallow, was used for medicinal purposes. The ingredients have an anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory effect. In traditional medicine, the plant was used to soften skin and mucous membranes. The mucousifying effect makes the plant preparation ideal for treating inflammation of the respiratory tract, mouth and […]
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