<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Canyonside Labs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canyonside Labs' is a GMP Certified Dietary Supplement Contract Manufacturer specializing in Liquid, Capsule, and Powder products. ]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:11:29 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Choose a Capsule Supplement Manufacturer in 2026: A Decision Guide for New Wellness Brands]]></title><description><![CDATA[A practical, decision-focused guide to evaluating GMP-compliant capsule supplement manufacturing partners — quality systems, MOQs, testing, communication, and scale readiness.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/how-to-choose-a-capsule-supplement-manufacturer-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7e649ed791ff6850b5f25c</guid><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:53:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_fa5b09d77f68458a88fe970663a0049b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_600,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast: What happens after I sign a PO?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The core discussion breaks down what happens once a purchase order comes in, across three customer scenarios.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/the-unbottled-podcast-what-happens-after-i-sign-a-po</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a734c282df0f1eeb2f654bc</guid><category><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:43:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/KoPr5mNmUqU" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast: Private Label vs. Custom Formulas]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this episode, Mark and Stephanie tackle private label vs. custom formula supplements.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/the-unbottled-podcast-private-label-vs-custom-formulas</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a62471face6596cfe41857d</guid><category><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:09:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_ed9293305a6640e6916c299122445130~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Berberine: A 3,000-Year-Old Compound at the Center of Modern Supplement Science]]></title><description><![CDATA[Few ingredients in the supplement industry carry as much historical weight as berberine. Used for millennia across multiple continents, this intensely yellow alkaloid has earned a reputation that bridges ancient herbal tradition and contemporary metabolic research — and in recent years, it has become one of the most commercially significant ingredients in the dietary supplement market. ]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/berberine-a-3-000-year-old-compound-at-the-center-of-modern-supplement-science</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a20a54cf9e37e2aaa17994a</guid><category><![CDATA[Ingredient Science Series]]></category><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:29:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_bbc4ffcd997c47a28978a75265e611d9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast: What is an MOQ and How Does It Affect My Product Pricing?]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week on The Unbottled Podcast, host Mark Bryant breaks down one of the most important — and most misunderstood — concepts in supplement manufacturing: the MOQ (minimum order quantity). ]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/what-is-an-moq-and-how-does-it-affect-my-product-pricing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5041235c421b820218600c</guid><category><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:30:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_0c492723a5c041edb39d903af0b17472~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast: How Do You Get A Supplement Manufacturer To Take On Your Project?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today we're going to talk about how to get a manufacturer to take on your supplement project.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/how-do-you-get-a-supplement-manufacturer-to-take-on-your-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3b330bc4b4b7e8f562ae65</guid><category><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:36:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/xwD0eN4uNQk" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast: And So It Begins.]]></title><description><![CDATA[In episode one, Mark Bryant, Vice President of Business Development at Canyonside Labs, a supplement manufacturer out of Twin Falls, Idaho, lays out the topics that will be addressed in future episodes–from "Why materials are used in formulas?" to "How you should choose a manufacturer?"]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/the-unbottled-podcast-and-so-it-begins</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2b14c29095d1fb2e82c3c3</guid><category><![CDATA[The Unbottled Podcast]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:17:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_301e8405cf324e78b88414d020fceccf~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magnificent Magnesium in Dietary Supplements: Forms, Functions, and Manufacturing Realities]]></title><description><![CDATA[for brand partners, for their customers, and for anyone who wants to understand what magnesium actually is, why it comes in so many forms, what each form is best suited for, and what it takes to manufacture it reliably. We'll also address safety and side effects with the nuance the topic deserves.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/magnificent-magnesium-in-dietary-supplements-forms-functions-and-manufacturing-realities</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a03537ba4a34bdda06d990d</guid><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><category><![CDATA[Ingredient Science Series]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:24:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_9322f3e7375d4042bd973e5ad558263b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caffeine: Discovery, How It’s Made, Uses in Supplements, Safety, and Production Challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most brands include caffeine almost reflexively, without fully understanding its chemistry, its sourcing options, its interaction profile, or the very real challenges it presents in manufacturing. Let's fix that.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/caffeine-discovery-how-it-s-made-uses-in-supplements-safety-and-production-challenges</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e9486dab5395dde606de8e</guid><category><![CDATA[Ingredient Science Series]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:25:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_92cccc4ad4bb4a5588ead949917c501c~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_720,h_360,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Keychain</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Sour Power of Malic Acid: Researching Nature’s Energy Molecule]]></title><description><![CDATA[I consider myself a sophisticated connoisseur of the Potio energitica (or the energy drink). There is something about an energy drink that just tastes different than any other beverage, and as I learn more about the ingredients used to make them, I am drawn to one in particular, malic acid. What is it, and why is it so prominent in not only energy drinks but other supplements I use regularly? Here's somethings you need to know about malic acid — from its 18th-century discovery to the manufacturi]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/the-sour-power-of-malic-acid-a-deep-dive-into-nature-s-energy-molecule</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c45d0c149f4fed5652e7c8</guid><category><![CDATA[Ingredient Science Series]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:03:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_7636703306264cceb8f44ff67026595c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Gary Baxter — Director of Operations, Canyonside Labs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary brings a one-of-a-kind combination of hands-on technical mastery, genuine people-first instincts, and an almost uncanny ability to walk into a problem and walk out with a solution. ]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/meet-gary-baxter-director-of-operations-canyonside-labs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6e4180b7119100dff27eb</guid><category><![CDATA[Meet the Team]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:41:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_f37a05d99d9442c89666ef6a3d8d3693~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creatine: The Most Researched Supplement You Might Not Fully Understand]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've spent any time in a gym or supplement aisle, you've seen creatine. It's one of the most popular sports supplements in the world — and one of the most studied. But beyond the "take it for gains" advice you've probably heard, creatine has a surprisingly rich history, a fascinating biochemistry, and some uses that even experienced lifters often miss. Let's break it all down. What Is Creatine? Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found primarily in skeletal muscle ( muscle that is...]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/creatine-the-most-researched-supplement-you-might-not-fully-understand</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a9ed7595f896866355b0a9</guid><category><![CDATA[Ingredient Science Series]]></category><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:43:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_e289f3d379b44fa3abef9f5a4660af77~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[L-Citrulline: The Quiet Powerhouse Behind Nitric Oxide]]></title><description><![CDATA[For someone in the supplement manufacturing industry, I knew embarrassingly little about this important ingredient, so I jumped online and started doing some research. Let me share with you what I learned.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/l-citrulline-the-quiet-powerhouse-behind-nitric-oxide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69950465377aedd131ed6413</guid><category><![CDATA[Ingredient Science Series]]></category><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 01:25:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_6cf935d1761046e793c04158f16e4789~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding L-Theanine: The Calming Amino Acid From Tea]]></title><description><![CDATA[This unique amino acid has gained considerable attention in the wellness community, and for good reason. Let's explore what makes L-theanine special and why it's become such a popular supplement.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/understanding-l-theanine-the-calming-amino-acid-from-tea</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6984f028840b9b8e1d2cbe88</guid><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:17:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_0dd127b76af343c2a1a8e5d36472d01d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[NAC (N-Acetylcysteine): A Comprehensive Guide to Sources, Uses, Mechanisms, and Manufacturing]]></title><description><![CDATA[N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is a well-established ingredient with growing consumer interest. However, NAC presents unique manufacturing challenges including sulfur odor, stability concerns, ingredient interactions, and solubility limitations that require specialized formulation expertise from an experienced custom supplement manufacturer.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/nac-n-acetylcysteine-a-comprehensive-guide-to-sources-uses-mechanisms-and-manufacturing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6941e6ee6e99824bc1040af0</guid><category><![CDATA[Ingredient Science Series]]></category><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:41:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_09eb559bdf0848409455e558b87fed24~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partnering for Success: Bulk Supplement Production &#38; Contract Manufacturing]]></title><description><![CDATA[How do you know you are ready to contact a contract manufacturer to scale up your dietary supplement manufacturing? Let’s dive into the essentials of contract manufacturing for dietary supplements and explore how you can make this partnership work for you.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/partnering-for-success-bulk-supplement-production</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691b7f5cb8e90ba7de35e308</guid><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:45:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_16c3e8fb59c54ccc9a0bf40a498441ff~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manufacturing Horror Stories: Tales from the Dark Side of Supplement Production]]></title><description><![CDATA[ A Halloween Special from Canyonside Labs As Halloween approaches and the veil between worlds grows thin, gather around the campfire with us to share some truly terrifying tales. But these aren't stories about ghosts or ghouls—they're real-life manufacturing horror stories that keep supplement brand owners up at night. After many years in the dietary supplement industry, I've seen (and heard) some truly frightening situations. Consider this your warning: the following stories may cause...]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/manufacturing-horror-stories-tales-from-the-dark-side-of-supplement-production</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6903e70420b7c87bc0870c2c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:04:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_2465480bbe934674881cfd799accbcf5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating the Complexities of Capsule Manufacturing for Dietary Supplement Brands]]></title><description><![CDATA[When supplement brands think about capsule manufacturing, they often envision a straightforward process: fill a capsule with powder, seal it, and ship it out. However, the reality is much more complex. Those little gelatin or vegetarian shells come with a myriad of technical challenges that can significantly impact product quality, timelines, and your bottom line. At Canyonside Labs, we have years of experience working with supplement brands. We've seen how manufacturing complexities can...]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/the-hidden-complexities-of-supplement-capsule-manufacturing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c35062761c219f8231e4ad</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 21:30:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_be2a6e49798947cb99902a102d86bf7b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_754,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Science-Backed Supplements for Academic Success]]></title><description><![CDATA[Based on systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical trials specifically examining student and young adult populations, five supplements emerge with the strongest scientific evidence for supporting cognitive function, stress management, immune health, sleep quality, and overall academic performance.]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/science-backed-supplements-for-academic-success</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b8adb4e3ab00c085e89dd2</guid><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:00:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_0b9f5748f21249ec85b9916b999bab9f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Maltodextrin Is Added to Your Supplement Ingredients: The Science Behind Better Bioavailability]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a recent marketing meeting at our facility, we were discussing a challenge with one of our customers. They specifically wanted a milk thistle ingredient that didn't contain maltodextrin, but we were having a hard time finding a source that didn't include it. This got me asking: what exactly is the purpose of maltodextrin in milk thistle? As someone who works daily at a supplement manufacturer and has spent years diving deep into how ingredients actually work in the body, I realized...]]></description><link>https://www.canyonsidelabs.com/post/why-maltodextrin-is-added-to-milk-thistle-the-science-behind-better-bioavailability</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68add4976e26accbc6ccf05b</guid><category><![CDATA[Dietary Supplement Manufacturing]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:18:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8f4446_2050714d019e48cb881eaca4a64ff066~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Danny Loughmiller</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>