Frequently asked questions
How long has Paradise Herbs been in business?
Paradise Herbs & Essentials has been creating premium dietary supplements for more than 30 years, with a longstanding focus on ingredient quality, thoughtful formulation, and clean products.
Does Paradise use fillers or binders?
We believe that what you leave out is just as important as what you put in. That’s why you’ll never find unnecessary fillers, flow agents, magnesium stearate, or artificial sweeteners in our formulas. Instead, we turn to nature - relying only on organically grown or ecologically wild-crafted ingredients. No chemical fertilizers, no pesticides, no preservatives. Just raw, vibrant plant energy in its most natural form.
What makes Paradise different from other supplement companies?
Paradise focuses on sourcing high-quality ingredients and creating straightforward formulations without unnecessary fillers, binders, preservatives, or flow agents whenever possible. We also place a strong emphasis on ingredient sourcing, quality standards, and transparency.
Why does Paradise use concentrated herbal extracts?
Concentrated extracts allow specific amounts of botanical material to be represented in a smaller serving. Paradise carefully selects extracts based on ingredient quality, concentration, and formulation requirements.
Where are your products manufactured?
Our products are manufactured both locally and globally. We carefully select our manufacturing partners to ensure our products are high quality and a fair value.
What does paradise test for in their products?
For 32 years, we have proudly offered the highest-quality supplements, available online and at top natural product retailers across the US.
Made in the USA, our products are completely free of fillers, binders, and excipients. To ensure purity and safety, every batch is independently tested for heavy metals and microbials at a third-party, cGMP and NSF-certified laboratory.
Please see the list below for the specific items we test:
Heavy Metals
- Mercury
- Lead
- Arsenic
- Cadmium
- Chromium
Microbials
- APC (Aerobic Plate Count)
- E.coli
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Salmonella
- Yeast
- Mold
- Enterobacteria
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated based on your location and the items in your order. You will always know the shipping price before you purchase.
When will I get my order?
We will work quickly to ship your order as soon as possible. Once your order has shipped, you will receive an email with further information. Delivery times vary depending on your location.
What does an extract ratio such as 10:1 or 20:1 mean?
An extract ratio describes the amount of raw botanical material used to produce a given amount of finished extract. For example, a 10:1 extract generally means 10 parts of raw botanical material were used to produce 1 part of extract.
Why are some Paradise products standardized extracts?
Standardization identifies a consistent amount of certain naturally occurring compounds within a botanical extract.
Why do some products contain multiple forms of an ingredient?
Different forms may be selected based on the formulation, ingredient characteristics, and intended product design.
Are Paradise products third-party tested?
Paradise uses quality-control and testing procedures appropriate to its products and ingredients. Some products and raw materials may also undergo independent third-party testing. Product-specific testing information may vary.
How does Paradise verify ingredient quality?
Paradise works with established suppliers and reviews ingredient specifications, quality documentation, and testing information as part of its sourcing and quality-control process.
Are Paradise products tested for heavy metals?
Testing requirements vary by ingredient and product. Paradise works to ensure its products meet applicable federal safety requirements and established quality specifications.
Are Paradise products manufactured under quality standards?
Paradise works with manufacturing and ingredient partners that follow applicable quality and food-safety standards. Certifications may vary by ingredient, facility, and product.
Are Paradise products vegetarian or vegan?
Many Paradise products are vegetarian or vegan, but not all products are. Please check the individual product page or label for specific dietary information.
Are Paradise products gluten-free?
Dietary information can vary by product. Please refer to the individual product label or product page for the most accurate information.
Are Paradise products dairy-free?
Many Paradise products do not contain dairy, while products such as whey protein do. Always review the ingredient list and allergen information for the specific product.
How should I take my Paradise supplement?
Always follow the Suggested Use directions printed on the product label unless otherwise directed by a qualified healthcare professional.
Can I take multiple Paradise products together?
Because everyone's diet, medications, health history, and nutritional needs are different, we recommend speaking with a qualified healthcare professional before combining supplements if you have questions or concerns.
Can I take Paradise products if I am pregnant or nursing?
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your healthcare practitioner before using dietary supplements.
How should I store my supplements?
Unless the label states otherwise, store Paradise products in a cool, dry place and keep them out of reach of children.
Why can the color, taste, or aroma of a natural product vary?
Botanical and naturally sourced ingredients can vary slightly from batch to batch because they come from natural sources. Differences in color, aroma, or appearance do not necessarily indicate a difference in quality.
What does Grass Fed and Pasture Raised mean?
Paradise Grass Fed Whey Protein is sourced from Australian dairy. Supplier documentation indicates that cows typically have access to paddocks for most of the year and consume a diet that includes a substantial proportion of grass.
What is Aminogen® Advanced?
Aminogen® Advanced is a proteolytic enzyme blend included in Paradise Whey Protein.
Where can I buy Paradise Herbs products?
Paradise products are available through Paradiseherbs.com as well as select online and brick-and-mortar retailers.
Do you ship internationally?
Not currently. iHerb.com is our preferred international partner. You will see an international link on each product page where you can purchase Paradise products internationally.
Does Paradise sell wholesale?
Yes. Paradise works with qualified retailers and wholesale partners.
Can health food stores, gyms, wellness practices, and specialty retailers carry Paradise?
Qualified businesses can contact Paradise to learn more about wholesale opportunities, product availability, and account requirements.
Do you provide product education and sales materials for retailers?
Paradise can provide product information and educational materials to help wholesale partners better understand the products they carry.
What is the source of your Vitamin D?
The source of our vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) is pure lanolin in a veggie capsule, and we use only natural ingredients in our products …and never use any fillers, binders or excipients.
Does your ORAC Energy Greens contain gluten?
Gluten concerns arise when wheat, barley, and oat products are being used such as in our ORAC Energy Greens, Protein & Greens and Earths Blend Multi-vitamins. The wheat and barley juice powders used in our product are harvested from young grasses before the gluten-containing endosperms develop and are considered by the suppliers to be gluten-free. However, there is always a chance for some gluten with these ingredients and growers do not want to guarantee otherwise.
We have recently sent a product out for gluten testing and we came in with a result of 21ppm to make a gluten-free claim you have to be under 20ppm. It also depends if a person is highly allergic to gluten or has a gluten sensitivity, in which the latter would not react to such a small level. Still, we would not recommend the use of any wheat and barley grass for celiac as the risk factor is too great.
Are your herbal extracts irradiated?
None of the ingredients we use in our products are irradiated for sterilization. We use a controlled-temperature water extraction process and spray-dry.