Blog Series – Valensa

Valensa’s Chief Science Officer Presents New Research on Efficacy of a Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto

Posted on November 30, 2021 at 4:12 pm.

In collaboration with Valensa, leading prostate expert Dr. Stephen Strum has published the most comprehensive, global review of clinical studies to evaluate the consumer benefit of a lipidosterolic extract of Serenoa repens (LSESr), commonly known as saw palmetto. Through an assessment of 40 years of data Strum’s findings validate the effectiveness of an LSESr like Valensa’s USPlus® […]

Valensa CEO Discusses Astaxanthin Market Dynamics in Recent Article

Posted on November 30, 2021 at 4:11 pm.

In an interview at the SupplySide West trade show in Las Vegas, Valensa CEO Umasudan (Uma) Pal., noted that while the astaxanthin market has experienced growth over the last decade, “even golden-egg-laying geese can inadvertently be slaughtered.” To learn more about this antioxidant powerhouse, quality and consumer benefits read the entire article.

Former OmniActive Executive Darrec Jones Joins Valensa as Global Head of Sales and Business Development

Posted on August 2, 2021 at 5:51 pm.

ORLANDO, Fla. (August 2, 2021) – Darrec Jones bringing over a decade of expertise building nutritional ingredient brands for OmniActive, has joined Valensa international as Global Head of Sales and Business Development. Darrec spent 11 years at OmniActive Health Technologies growing the organization from a start up to a highly reputable supplier in the nutritional […]

Prostate Health and a Standardized Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto

Posted on July 26, 2021 at 5:01 pm.

Prostate Health and a Standardized Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto By Margaret H. Dohnalek, PhD, Chief Science Officer, Valensa International Controversy exists regarding whether or not saw palmetto products support prostate health and related lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), such as the urge to urinate, frequent urination, and waking up at night to urinate. These […]

Spotting “Sham” Palmetto: Based on the USP Monograph, Valensa Tests Reveal Rampant Adulteration

Posted on April 26, 2021 at 6:39 pm.

Scientists analyzed nutritional profiles of products labeled “Saw Palmetto extract,” finding little, if any, of the key fatty acids necessary to support prostate health; FREE report available ORLANDO, Florida (April 28, 2021) – Scientists from Valensa International tested market samples labeled as ‘Saw Palmetto extract’ from different suppliers and found that all the samples were […]

Spirulina Whitepaper: Activating Immunity

Posted on April 6, 2021 at 2:00 pm.

Valensa International presents a new White Paper that outlines how Spirulina, dubbed a “Wonder Food,” supports the innate and acquired immune system’s army of Natural Killers, and adaptive T and B, cells. Published by Parry Nutraceuticals, Valensa’s sister company, the paper includes a comprehensive review of Spirulina’s antibacterial, antiviral and Immuno modulator effects. Read the full […]

Valensa’s USPlus® Remains First, Only US Pharmacopeia Verified Saw Palmetto Extract For Third Year In A Row

Posted on April 5, 2021 at 6:30 am.

USPlus® Pure Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto, derived from Valensa’s GEMS Supply Chain Excellence Program, delivers an effective product and enables brands to meet emerging Amazon requirements ORLANDO, Fla. (April 5, 2021) — Valensa International announced today that for a third consecutive year the company’s USPlus® Pure Lipidosterolic Extract of Saw Palmetto, is the only […]

Valensa Raises the Bar in Prostate Health

Posted on January 27, 2021 at 2:01 pm.

New video and USPlus® logo reflect company’s commitment to truth and transparency for consumers ORLANDO, Fla. (January 27, 2021) — Since the launch of USPlus® in 2002, the industry has been faced with a dramatic shift in product quality, largely due to the proliferation of crushed saw palmetto berry powder supplements and adulterated products that […]

Astaxanthin for Healthy Aging

Posted on November 4, 2020 at 8:06 pm.

Astaxanthin for Healthy Aging Astaxanthin is arguably the most powerful antioxidant on Earth. With oxidative stress and inflammation being at the core of the aging cascade,1 balancing physiological processes at the cellular level that deliver oxidative balance and anti-inflammatory activity are the unlocks for cardiovascular, joint, vision and skin health. Today, 52 million Americans are ages […]

From Supply Chain to Science — Get to Know Saw Palmetto Extract For Prostate Health

Posted on September 3, 2020 at 5:52 am.

From Supply Chain to Science – Get to Know Saw Palmetto Extract for Prostate Health Natural Products Insider hosts a 50-minute webinar with Valensa’s own Uma Pal, CEO; Margaret H. Dohnalek, PhD, Chief Science Officer; and Larry McCarty, SVP of Production and Supply Chain. In the webinar, learn how USPlus®, a lipidosterolic saw palmetto extract supports […]