Avesthagen Ltd.

CHATSWORTH, Calif.—Avesthagen (Avesthagen.com) introduced HibiX™, a proprietary hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) extract that, according to the company, offers cardioprotection and healthy weight management. Hibiscus is rich in anthocyanins, which have shown in animal and in vitro studies to exert and anti-hypertensive effect, as well as a cholesterol-reducing effect, said the company.