We recently received an odd lab test result, and in our commitment to transparency, wanted to fill you in on the details. This has to do with our new Elk Velvet Antler, specifically the capsules. Our original testing came back with no problems at all. We do that testing long before we ever … [Read more...] about Harmless vs. Pathogenic E. coli
About Lost Empire Herbs
About Our Customer Service
At Lost Empire Herbs, we blend unparalleled herbal excellence with heartfelt service, always just a call or click away. Hopefully, our online systems are flawless and you don’t need our support, but it’s definitely here when you do. I can’t say we’re perfect, but we certainly strive to be. Our … [Read more...] about About Our Customer Service
Transparency and Verification
We do Independent Lab Testing on all of our herbs. Many of our herbs come from China and India and that scares some people off. There is some justification for that due to shady suppliers. However, there are also very reputable suppliers in those countries. For these reasons and more we verify that … [Read more...] about Transparency and Verification
28 Common Additives to Supplements
Many additives, excipients, and fillers are used in the supplement industry to improve the product's stability, appearance, shelf-life, and ease of use. Pretty much all of these are GRAS, that is generally recognized as safe. They’re regulated by such entities as the FDA (Food and Drug … [Read more...] about 28 Common Additives to Supplements
Shilajit Fulvic and Humic Acid Testing
Recently, we received the following comment regarding our Shilajit. “I can understand the fact that the Your 3rd Pty labs don't have the ability to do identity testing on Shilajit. That's fine, but I can't understand for the life of me why on earth there is no testing which shows what IS in … [Read more...] about Shilajit Fulvic and Humic Acid Testing
Shilajit, Bromide and Pesticides
Lately, we’ve been sending off many of our herbs for pesticide testing. Even though few things are certified organic, none of our herbs are grown using pesticides to the best of our knowledge. And that is where our policy of independent lab analysis comes in. Trust…but verify. Laboratory … [Read more...] about Shilajit, Bromide and Pesticides
Maltodextrin: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Maltodextrin is a white, powdery substance that is derived from starch. This multi-purpose polysaccharide starts from natural sources such as corn, wheat, rice, or potato. However, it is ultra- processed to arrive in its final form. It's commonly used in the food industry as a filler or thickener … [Read more...] about Maltodextrin: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
14 out of 22 Supplement Failures!
The supplement industry is shady. Not as shady as the pharmaceutical industry, but still they try. Being involved in the supplement industry I have a good view of what takes place. And today I want to pull back the curtain to reveal some of what goes on. You know that we at Lost Empire … [Read more...] about 14 out of 22 Supplement Failures!
Don’t Buy Supplements on Amazon
PSA for you here today. There are many possible reasons you’d want to avoid using Amazon for shopping. But this is especially true for supplements, because of the fraud that sometimes takes place. From a recent press release… “NOW® recently discovered multiple fraudulent supplements sold on … [Read more...] about Don’t Buy Supplements on Amazon
California Prop 65
If you’re in California you’ve likely seen this sort of warning everywhere. If you’re not in California, you probably haven’t seen it nearly as much. I think that this article will be of interest to anyone, not just those in California because it speaks to quality of supplements, failures of … [Read more...] about California Prop 65
Facts About Lead Exposure
This article is aimed at exploring common everyday lead exposure to show the details involved as well as to give comparison against lead found in herbs. Other herb and supplement companies do not provide you with this level of insight, nor deep-down-in-the-weeds education, to make truly informed … [Read more...] about Facts About Lead Exposure
Sourcing – Where are Our Herbs Grown?
A customer asks, “Do you have any herbs grown in the states or are that all sourced from China?” As I’ve talked about before China is a boogeyman, for some very valid reasons too, but that doesn’t make everything from there bad. We do independent lab testing on all ingredients which is shown … [Read more...] about Sourcing – Where are Our Herbs Grown?
Member of the Alkemist Assured Testing Program
At Lost Empire Herbs, we value quality in our herbs more than anything. This is because like you, we consume our product for our own health and vitality. We wish to live long, vigorous lives, and this only benefits you as we search for the highest quality herbs on the planet, while still trying … [Read more...] about Member of the Alkemist Assured Testing Program
Tongkat Ali Scam
A customer sent this in asking if it was legit... Nope! Not by a long shot. Apparently, this shady person has stolen our label, changed it and is selling it on a shady website. But it gets worse... The 100:1 extract wasn't enough for them. So it's been increased to 200:1. (Sadly this … [Read more...] about Tongkat Ali Scam
What is Organic? What is Not?
If Lost Empire Herbs is all about natural herbs, why is nothing labeled organic? To answer this question, you need to understand the bureaucracy involved in organic labelling. Essentially, every step along the way from where it is grown to processed to packaged must be certified organic. The … [Read more...] about What is Organic? What is Not?
Formulations Part 8 – Hercules
We’re coming towards the end of the formulation series. Today I dive into… Hercules Pre-Workout Formula This one is interesting because it’s gone through some changes over the years. Right now, it contains the following six ingredients: Ant Extract Cistanche Maral Root … [Read more...] about Formulations Part 8 – Hercules
Formulations Part 7 – Spartan
Continuing the series on how and why our formulations were put together as they were. Today, we focus in on Spartan Formula. This includes four ingredients: Schisandra Rhodiola Eleuthero Cordyceps The idea of this formula was spawned from reading a research paper, … [Read more...] about Formulations Part 7 – Spartan
Formulations Part 6 – Stag Swag
Today, is none other than Stag Swag. Here are the ingredients in this tincture: Deer Antler Pine Pollen Cistanche He Shou Wu Wild Yam Pearl Powder We were kicking around the idea of adding Deer Antler to our line. Instead of just going with that, we thought it would be … [Read more...] about Formulations Part 6 – Stag Swag
Formulations Part 5 – Mushroom Alchemy
We continue the series on how to formulate using examples of Lost Empire Herb’s formulas to show the ideas behind how they were created. In today’s post we address Mushroom Alchemy Tincture. This one takes a little bit of a different track than some of our other tinctures in how we came up … [Read more...] about Formulations Part 5 – Mushroom Alchemy
Formulations Part 4 – Thor’s Hammer
Next up in the series of learning the art and science of formulations is… Thor’s Hammer Bedroom Performance Formula This one took a bit of a different approach, actually a more scientific approach. No, not that Thor’s Hammer was double-blind placebo tested in a trial or anything like that. But … [Read more...] about Formulations Part 4 – Thor’s Hammer
Formulations Part 3 – Athena
We continue the series on how to formulate using examples of Lost Empire Herb’s formulas to show why they’re as they are. Let’s move onto Athena Women’s Formula. The “design spec” if you will of this one was to be a foundational formula for women that did a little bit of everything. In the … [Read more...] about Formulations Part 3 – Athena
Formulations Part 2 – Goji & Schisandra Tincture
We continue with our discussion on the topic of herbal formulations. If you missed yesterday’s post, you can find it on the blog here. Today I want to dive into something easier. Our new Goji & Schisandra Tincture. This is a combination of just two herbs, the simplest type of … [Read more...] about Formulations Part 2 – Goji & Schisandra Tincture