Akay Bioactives

01/20/2026

⚫ Botanical Revival Series: Black Cumin Seed (Nigella sativa)

📜 History

Revered across the Middle East, South Asia, and North Africa for millennia, Black cumin seeds were even found in the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, circa 1323 BCE

Traditionally used to support digestion and immunity while combatting stress and fatigue

🔍 Why it Matters Now

Renewed consumer and academic interest have resulted in new clinical substantiation, specifically around its sleep, stress, and immune support potential

Its key bioactives are called “thymoquinones,” known for upregulating endogenous antioxidant defenses

🌿 Akay Insight

ThymoDream™, Akay’s patented black cumin seed extract, is produced using a proprietary cold-press technology which preserves high levels of thymoquinones without the use of heat or solvents

Backed by four compelling clinical studies, ThymoDream helps manage occasional sleeplessness, stress, and immune health*

Stay tuned for an upcoming 5th clinical study exploring the benefits of ThymoDream vs. synthetic melatonin. These are results you won’t want to sleep on!

🔗 Want to learn more? Visit https://akaybioactives.com/product/thymodream/ and download our white paper today!



*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

01/15/2026

✨ Botanical Revival Series: Curcumin


Sourced from the roots (rhizome) of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa), curcumin is one of the world’s most revered bioactives, with a 4,000+ year legacy supporting health and wellness.

⏳ History

Used for millennia in Ayurveda and traditional medicine

Valued for supporting movement, resilience, and overall vitality

Prized as a natural colorant for leather and textiles thanks to its rich yellow-orange hue

🧪 Modern Science

One of the most researched botanical compounds globally, boasting over 19K PubMed-indexed papers to date

Its key bioactive compounds are called “curcuminoids”

Less than 1% of ingested curcuminoids are absorbed due to hydrophobicity, poor solubility, and rapid conversion to conjugated forms within the body

Only the ‘free’ (unconjugated) form of curcuminoids can cross the blood-brain barrier to reach brain tissue

🌱 Akay Insight

Akay Bioactives has published over 25 studies, including those demonstrating enhanced curcuminoid absorption when delivered via FenuMat® technology

CurQfen®, our patented curcumin + FenuMat complex, exemplifies the marriage of traditional wisdom and modern science, for the next-generation of bioavailability-boosted curcumin supplements*

🔗 Want to learn more? Visit https://akaybioactives.com/product/curqfen/ and download our white paper today!





*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

01/13/2026

🌿 Join Akay Bioactives next month at Vitafoods India, where innovation and wellness converge 🌟

📍 February 11 – 13, Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai

Be sure to stop by stall C17:

👉🏾 Discover our cutting-edge delivery system solutions

👉🏼 Explore our newest clinically substantiated ingredients

👉🏿 Experience firsthand how we’re shaping a greener future for health & wellness

Whether you’re looking to connect, collaborate, or explore transformative solutions, we’d love to meet you! Let’s work together to build a healthier and more vibrant tomorrow.

🔗 Book a meeting with our experts today: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=rbyjaBYaOkKPKD9KyZ_nmCMLFTIsyPpCqiBZLTHjGaRUNk03RVpIV1hBSU5YS1lPWlg5VFhJN1JOTC4u

01/08/2026

🌿 Botanicals are officially back, with science leading the way…



📈 After centuries of traditional use, herbal and botanical ingredients are experiencing an exciting revival in mainstream consumer interest. Transitioning from niche solutions, these powerful plants are proving themselves as category drivers in 2026 and beyond.



🔍 2026 outlooks from the SupplySide Supplement Journal, New Hope Network, and Vitaquest International consistently highlight herbal & botanical extracts as key growth engines for the nutraceutical and functional F&B markets, fueled by consumer demand for:



🌱 Plant-based wellness

🧪 Clinically substantiated ingredients

🌍 Traceable, nature-rooted sourcing



At Akay Bioactives, we believe the future of nutraceutical innovation starts by honoring the past. Stay tuned as we launch our Botanical Revival series exploring the history, heritage, and latest innovations behind the botanicals shaping the next generation of wellness.



🫶🏼 Because wellness begins were ancient wisdom and modern science converge.


🔗 References:

https://www.supplysidesj.com/market-trends-analysis/10-emerging-supplement-trends-2026

01/06/2026

📈 Gut health remains top-of mind for global consumers in 2026, with InnovaMarket Insights naming “Gut Health Hub” as a top 10 trend to watch in the new year. Moreover, consumers are increasingly turning to botanical remedies to support their GI wellness journeys, fitting with another major trend: “Authentic Plant-Based.”



🌿 Ferula asafoetida, the botanical behind Akay Bioactives’ Asafin®, has been used for centuries in traditional wellness systems to support digestion and gut comfort. Today, modern science is affirming this ancient ingredient in powerful new ways.*



🎥 In this short video, Dr. Krishnakumar IM, Chief Research Officer at Akay Bioactives, walks through the latest published study behind Asafin, and explains why highly bioavailable, clinically substantiated gut health solutions matter more than ever in today’s nutraceutical landscape.



👉 Watch the video to explore the science behind Asafin and what it means for next-generation digestive health formulations.







Reference: Innova's Top Ten Trends 2026, The Future of Food & Beverage: https://www.innovamarketinsights.com/press-releases/innovas-top-ten-trends-2026-shaping-the-future-of-food-beverage/



These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

01/02/2026

🌿✨ Akay Bioactives' Year in Review ✨🌿

As we wrap up another trip around the sun, we’re grateful for the trust, collaboration, and partnership that continue to fuel our mission. 2025 was a year of meaningful momentum for Akay Bioactives, proving what’s possible when innovation and nature work hand-in-hand.

Here’s a look at what we achieved together:

📦 2 New Clinically Substantiated Ingredient Solutions
• CardaMind®: Clean, plant-based mental energy, without the caffeine.
• Tenzara™: Whole-body comfort plus cellular resilience, powered by FenuMat delivery technology.

🏆 5 Industry Awards & Recognitions
• FenuSmart® – Winner, Ingredient of the Year: Botanicals (NutraIngredients Europe)
• CurQfen® – Finalist, Ingredient of the Year: Healthy Aging (NutraIngredients Asia)
• FenuMat® – Winner, Natural Choice Award: Delivery System (WholeFoods Magazine)
• Capsifen® – Finalist, Natural Choice Award: Active Lifestyle
• ThymoDream™ – Finalist, Natural Choice Award: Sleep & Stress

🔬 6 Peer-Reviewed Publications:
Including 4 human clinical trials, our latest scientific studies emphasize our continued dedication to exploring bioavailability, efficacy, safety, and mechanisms of action affecting growing consumer groups including those taking GLP-1 medications and active agers.

🌍 Looking ahead to 2026
We’re excited to continue innovating, partnering, and advancing the future of plant-based wellness together!

🔗 There’s no time like the present – connect with our experts today!
https://lnkd.in/erTiCbcu

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01/02/2026

🌿✨ Akay Bioactives' Year in Review ✨🌿

As we wrap up another trip around the sun, we’re grateful for the trust, collaboration, and partnership that continue to fuel our mission. 2025 was a year of meaningful momentum for Akay Bioactives, proving what’s possible when innovation and nature work hand-in-hand.

Here’s a look at what we achieved together:

📦 2 New Clinically Substantiated Ingredient Solutions
• CardaMind®: Clean, plant-based mental energy, without the caffeine.
• Tenzara™: Whole-body comfort plus cellular resilience, powered by FenuMat delivery technology.

🏆 5 Industry Awards & Recognitions
• FenuSmart® – Winner, Ingredient of the Year: Botanicals (NutraIngredients Europe)
• CurQfen® – Finalist, Ingredient of the Year: Healthy Aging (NutraIngredients Asia)
• FenuMat® – Winner, Natural Choice Award: Delivery System (WholeFoods Magazine)
• Capsifen® – Finalist, Natural Choice Award: Active Lifestyle
• ThymoDream™ – Finalist, Natural Choice Award: Sleep & Stress

🔬 6 Peer-Reviewed Publications:
Including 4 human clinical trials, our latest scientific studies emphasize our continued dedication to exploring bioavailability, efficacy, safety, and mechanisms of action affecting growing consumer groups including those taking GLP-1 medications and active agers.

🌍 Looking ahead to 2026
We’re excited to continue innovating, partnering, and advancing the future of plant-based wellness together!

🔗 There’s no time like the present – connect with our experts today!
https://lnkd.in/erTiCbcu

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12/15/2025

🤝🏽Akay Bioactives and the SupplySide Supplements Journal are teaming up tomorrow to explore what’s new and next in nutraceutical delivery systems!



📅Mark your calendars to get a sneak peek at the future of supplement innovations as brands adopt new technologies that deliver on the consumer demand for clean, transparent, and impactful wellness solutions.



Go beyond simple liposomal delivery and discover how plant-based technologies like FenuMat® effectively unlock better ingredient performance from seed to supplement, through:



🔬 Enhanced nutrient solubility, stability, and controlled release*

📈 Maximized therapeutic benefits with high bioactive loading and lower dosages*

🌿 Delivery without organic solvents or synthetic excipients

🌱 All with the assurance of responsible sourcing with full scale traceability



📍Click below to register today! https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/5163055/1C4AEF47780765A7EF9C54B1022B6299







*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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11/03/2025

Today, we recognize One Health Day: for the Earth and all of her inhabitants.

10/31/2025

🎃Wishing you and yours a HAPPY and HEALTHY Halloween! 🍂

10/20/2025

🧠✨ A NEW ERA in COGNITIVE SUPPORT is on the horizon…

Consumers are increasingly seeking clean label, plant-based solutions to help them stay sharp in the moment, whether for work, study, or everyday focus.

🌿 Now, a new botanical solution is stepping into the spotlight from Akay Bioactives, thanks to CardaMind™.

CardaMind harnesses the bioactive potential of black cardamom fruit, delivering on what consumers want most with clinically substantiated, caffeine-free support for mental performance, including:*

👉🏾 Improved focus
👉🏼 Enhanced accuracy & precision
👉🏿 Quicker reaction time

Backed by science. Inspired by nature. And coming soon.

Stop by booth #4473 at SupplySide Global for a taste of our latest breakthrough!

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

10/18/2025

✨ On this World Menopause Day, we pause to recognize a journey shared by half the world’s population...

A season that is natural yet often overlooked.

At Akay Bioactives, we believe no woman should navigate this transition without support. That’s why we’re proud to see so many global brands embracing FenuSmart®, NutraIngredients-Europe’s Botanical Ingredient of the Year.

🌿 Born from the humble fenugreek seed, FenuSmart represents years of innovation and passion for women’s health. Backed by robust clinical research, it supports hormonal balance, eases common discomforts, and helps women feel more like themselves throughout the journey of menopause.

Because menopause isn’t an ending. It’s a new chapter.

👉 Be sure to stop by our retail partners wall at Global booth #4473 to see how brand leaders across the globe are leveraging FenuSmart in their women’s health formulations!

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.