Across the Nutraverse: Andrographis in Australia, botanical adulteration, perimenopause in focus

This week’s brief tracks news that highlights the importance of demonstrable safety, verified ingredient authenticity and precise consumer targeting, particularly in rapidly evolving categories such as women’s health and healthy aging. Featured news includes: Australia’s TGA will remove Andrographis paniculata from permitted supplement ingredients by September 2026, following reports of unpredictable severe allergic reactions. Botanical ingredient adulteration remains a persistent issue, with adulteration rates highest for gingko and other herbs due to supply chain pressures and economic factors, despite industry efforts to improve quality control. Meanwhile, perimenopause is emerging as a distinct supplement category, with brands like Ritual launching targeted, hormone-free formulas designed to address the broader physiological changes women experience during this life stage.