In this Taste Radio Interview, host Ray Latif speaks with Keely Johnson, VP of Sales & Marketing at Arjuna Natural, about how the long-standing botanical innovator is pushing functional ingredients forward with its latest breakthrough, Shoden-R® Ashwagandha. Drawing on nearly 40 years of scientific expertise, Arjuna Natural has developed a root-only, 100% water-soluble form of ashwagandha that delivers clinically validated focus and relaxation benefits at just 60 mg daily. A fraction of traditional doses.
Johnson explains how Shoden-R was designed specifically for functional foods and beverages, eliminating the bitterness and chalky texture that once limited adaptogens’ use in RTDs, chews, bars, and gummies. She details the extensive clinical research behind Arjuna’s patented ingredients and how the company partners directly with brands to develop custom product concepts, from prototype seltzers to on-trend functional chews, that meet modern consumer demands for efficacy, taste, and convenience. With science, scalability, and sensory experience at its core, Arjuna Natural is helping CPG innovators make wellness truly enjoyable. To learn more or request R&D samples, visit ArjunaNatural.com.
