Cognitive function

hey freya hits at back at stress with science-backed supplement

19-Sep-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Women’s wellness brand hey freya recently released new third-party clinical trial data on its stress support supplement.

‘Address the stress, improve the gut’: Ashwagandha-okra blend offers novel approach to address digestive health

18-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

With new product launches in multiple countries and a newly published review of the science to date, Digexin—a proprietary blend of standardized ashwagandha and okra extracts—is aiming to shake up the digestive health space, says the company behind the...

Chill and experiential: What’s trending in stress management supplements

17-Sep-2024 By Asia Sherman

Consumers continue to supplement mood to counter modern influences like ultra processed foods, lack of sleep, screentime and demanding schedules in a still stressed-out society increasingly focused on mental health as part of overall well-being.

Brazilian blend targets mood and sleep quality through the gut

16-Sep-2024 By Asia Sherman

A novel mineral-prebiotic-herbal supplement shows promise for tackling the waning of cognitive function in mood disorders brought on by unhealthy lifestyle, according to a team of Brazilian researchers.

U.S. herbal supplements sales rebounded by 4.4% in 2023

16-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

After a slight dip in 2022—the first in 20 years—sales of herbal supplements increased by 4.4% in 2023 to reach an estimated $12.55 billion, according to the American Botanical Council’s latest Herb Market Report.

Coupling creatine and resistance training may improve sleep in menstruating women

13-Sep-2024 By Asia Sherman

Combining a regimen of creatine supplementation and resistance training could increase sleep time in menstruating women, according to a recent study.

Green Bioactives meets demand for healthy cognitive aging

12-Sep-2024 By Olivia Haslam

A rising demand for mild cognitive impairment (MCI) solutions has led Scottish biotech startup Green Bioactives to focus on improving health span with an ingredient for memory.

Verb Biotics: Consumers understand importance of gut-brain axis, not how it works

11-Sep-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Americans acknowledge that the gut-brain axis is important, but they may not fully understand how the connection works between these regions of the body, especially when it comes to mental well-being.

Supplements may offer neuroprotection after traumatic brain injury

10-Sep-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium and anthocyanins are among several supplements that may provide neuroprotection against traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Probiotic strain may increase happiness and reduce stress: Study

09-Sep-2024 By Louisa Richards

Daily supplementation with Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus HN001 may boost happiness and perceived stress scores over four weeks in moderately to highly stressed participants, according to a new study from Fonterra.

New AI model aims to drive innovation and strategy across dietary supplements

04-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

CPG Radar is the brainchild of Afif Ghannoum, co-founder of data-driven microbiome company Biohm Health. His new venture aims to harness big data to drive innovation and strategy across the supplements industry.

Aronia extract may boost attention and psychomotor speed: Study

04-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Short term supplementation with an extract from Aronia berries may boost cognitive performance in young, healthy adults, says a new study published in the European Journal of Nutrition.

Helaina unleashes human equivalent lactoferrin with effera

03-Sep-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Biotech company Helaina recently launched its breakthrough ingredient effera, going from being an R&D company to a commercially viable organization. The move not only marks a critical shift in the company, but offers a novel approach sure to disrupt...

Personalised probiotic treatment could support cognitive health in older adults – case study

03-Sep-2024 By Audrey Yow

Tailored probiotic supplements for individuals could help address age-related cognitive decline, according to researchers of a case study conducted in Taiwan.

Mango leaf extract’s cognitive benefits highlight esports potential

28-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Short-term supplementation with a mango leaf extract may boost a variety of cognitive measures, including mental speed, attention and working memory, says a new study using the Stadice-branded ingredient.

Do consumers understand the actual brain health benefits of food and supplements?

28-Aug-2024 By Claudia Adrien

What consumers perceive about the potential brain health benefits of functional foods, beverages and supplements does not always align with scientific findings.

Gut-brain axis: Multi-strain probiotic combination may boost cognitive and emotional function

21-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a combination of probiotics may improve cognitive function, memory, problem-solving skills and selective attention, says a new randomized double-blind placebo-controlled crossover trial from Spain.

Study explores creatine for neuronal health

20-Aug-2024 By Asia Sherman

Creatine might protect against brain damage or degeneration, according to a study that investigated the correlation between a biomarker of neuronal injury and creatine consumed as part of a regular diet.

Duo of herbal extracts may boost cognitive function: Amway RCT

19-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of extracts from Cistanche tubulosa and Ginkgo biloba may improve cognitive and memory function and quality of life in middle-aged and older adults, says a new study.

Expert opinion: Botanical Safety Consortium advances novel neurotoxicity screening

19-Aug-2024 By Asia Sherman

The future of botanical neurotoxicity screening lies with novel assessment methods (NAMs), according to a new expert opinion issued by the Botanical Safety Consortium (BSC).

Screen saver: Ginger extract may offer relief from prolonged display-related symptoms

19-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with an extract from ginger may reduce eye fatigue and shoulder stiffness associated with prolonged screen use, says a new study from Japan.

Coffee cherry extract shows memory benefits in novel RCT

12-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with an extract from coffee cherry may boost working memory in middle-aged Americans, according to data from a “first-of-its-kind remote clinical trial".

FloraWorks advances research into cannabinol use for sleep

08-Aug-2024 By Claudia Adrien

A new study suggests an ultra-pure version of cannabinol (CBN) can enhance sleep quality.

Study supports Guayusa leaf extract’s cognitive and mood benefits

08-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A low dose of guayusa leaf extract may boost cognition and mood in health young adults, while a higher dose may also promote motor-cognitive performance, according to results of a small acute-dosing study.

Student study finds lower tryptophan intake linked to poorer sleep

31-Jul-2024 By Matt Chittock

A new Spanish study with first-year university students suggests that lower tryptophan consumption is associated with poorer sleep quality.

Review of supplements for sleep and mood reveals gaps in knowledge

31-Jul-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

A new review of supplements targeting insomnia, depression and anxiety has concluded there is a lack of research into the effects of products in older consumers, especially those with anxiety and comorbidities.

Mental wellness for kids: Emotional support a key trend, says mum-founded supplements brand I’m Nutrients

30-Jul-2024 By Audrey Yow

Mental wellbeing is one of the key trends driving the kids supplement industry as consumers move towards targeted formulations for children’s needs, says child-focused brand I’m Nutrients.

Meet the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Ingredient of the Year winners

26-Jul-2024 By Asia Sherman

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards celebrated its 2024 Ingredient of the Year winners at a ceremony held in Chicago on July 15, recognizing ingredients that demonstrated genuine market demand, scientific merit, commercial success, and innovation and differentiation....

New FitBiomics probiotic tackles fatigue, endurance

26-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Biotechnology company FitBiomics has launched VNella, a product the company says is the world’s first lactic acid metabolizer to fight fatigue and promote endurance.

Is a high-protein diet damaging to brain health?

26-Jul-2024 By Donna Eastlake

The high-protein trend has dominated food and beverage sales for several years now. But could a high-protein diet lead to neurological disorders?

Review explores creatine as cognitive enhancer

25-Jul-2024 By Asia Sherman

Current evidence suggests that creatine monohydrate may improve certain facets of cognitive function in adults with differing effects among populations, according to a new review funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China.

July Launch Pad

25-Jul-2024 By Danielle Masterson

From spirulina to mushrooms to probiotics, July has an ingredient for every need state. This month is wrapping up with formulations for cellular health, cognitive support, hydration, metabolism and more.

Meet the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Product of the Year winners

25-Jul-2024 By Asia Sherman

NutraIngredients-USA announced its 2024 Product of the Year winners, celebrated across botanical, microbiome modulation, omega-3 and sports nutrition categories at last week’s awards ceremony in Chicago.

PLT adds Vanizem to cognitive health platform

22-Jul-2024 By Asia Sherman

Ingredient supplier PLT Health Solutions is expanding its cognitive health platform with the addition of Vanizem, an extract of a West African flowering plant shown to reduce stress, enhance mood and improve sleep.

The neuroprotective potential of melatonin

17-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

From mitigating oxidative stress to protecting mitochondrial functions, melatonin can perform a variety of tasks to stymie brain aging.

Asma Ishaq leads charge in ‘mental wellness revolution’

16-Jul-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Amare Global recently announced the appointment of Asma Ishaq as Chief Executive Officer. The new CEO said she is determined to position Amare Global as a leader in the mental wellness category through innovative product offerings.

The 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards: And the winners are...

16-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 7th Annual NutraIngredients-USA Awards were revealed July 15 during an awards presentation at NutraIngredients-USA's Chicago HQ.

Rhodiola rosea and Nelumbo nucifera extracts can improve sleep – pilot study

16-Jul-2024 By Audrey Yow

Rhodiola rosea and Nelumbo nucifera extracts improved sleep quality of participants without adverse side effects in a study trial.

Psychobiotics power: Higher consumption of prebiotic, probiotic foods associated with less-severe anxiety – Korean study

09-Jul-2024 By Hui Ling Dang

Findings from a Korean study showed that a higher intake of prebiotic and probiotic foods was significantly associated with lower severity of anxiety symptoms.

‘The most desirable award for a company who develops active ingredients’: Industry gears up for NIU Awards broadcast

08-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards will be revealed during an awards presentation at NutraIngredients-USA's Chicago HQ live on July 15. Our finalists are excited to hear the results. You should be, too!

Gut-brain connection plays key role in understanding IBS

03-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Probiotics and postbiotics play an important role in the management of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, although research into this field is still evolving.

Gut-brain axis: LPHEAL9 probiotic show cognitive benefits during ‘inflammaging’

02-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with Probi’s LpHEAL9 probiotic strain may modestly reduce markers of inflammation in older adults while also conferring cognitive benefits, says a new study from Sweden.

Stratum and sibelius partner to deliver joint and brain health ingredients to UK market

02-Jul-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

US nutraceutical ingredient supplier Stratum Nutrition has partnered UK-based natural ingredient developer Sibelius Natural Products to bring sage extract and NEM eggshell membrane to the UK's thriving joint and brain health market.

Panax ginseng sprout extract strengthens memory in older adults: Study

01-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

The herb significantly improved verbal memory, visual memory and overall cognitive function for people 55 years of age and older, according to a study published in Nutrients.

cbdMD continues to build science despite lack of federal clarity

01-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A new study supports the safety and efficacy of a specific hemp-derived cannabidiol product from cbdMD, and the company remains committed to building the science behind its products with an eye on international opportunities.

Genome study links vitamins B12, C and iron to mental health

01-Jul-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

New research focused on the genetic underpinnings of micronutrient deficiencies has identified underlying causal relationships between micronutrients and mental health.

Tapping into the brain’s energy source to tackle migraines

25-Jun-2024 By Claudia Adrien

A new product that addresses the dietary management of migraines before they start is now available in the U.S. market.

June Launch Pad

25-Jun-2024 By Danielle Masterson

From cognition to intermittent fasting and metabolic support, June is all about brains and beauty.

Ashwagandha intake linked to memory and attention benefits

21-Jun-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Acute and repeated supplementation with liposomal ashwagandha may boost select cognitive effects, including memory, attention, vigilance and reaction time in healthy adults, says a new study.