Probiotics, Prebiotics & Postbiotics

America is anti-aging

06-May-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Thorne’s new Fear of Aging survey indicates that Americans' aversion to appearing old is fueling the supplement industry's beauty-from-within segment.

Korean angelica-derived probiotic strain shown to be effective in reducing body fat – Kolmar-funded RCT

06-May-2024 By Hui Ling Dang

A plant-derived probiotic strain has been found to be effective in reducing body fat, and could potentially be a safer alternative for weight loss management compared to existing drugs, say Korean researchers.

ADM spotlights first clinical trial on heat-treated Bifidobacterium longum

03-May-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

The first clinical trial published using ADM's heat-treated Bifidobacterium longum CECT 7347 suggests the ingredient significantly improves IBS symptoms and quality of life.

Scientists scale up world's first in vitro gut model with mucus barrier

03-May-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Scientists at Aelius Biotech have developed the only in vitro gastrointestinal models integrating the digestive, mucus and epithelial barriers to help eradicate animal testing and derisk and accelerate health product development.

‘I came to learn and was delighted to find so much more’: 8 reasons to attend the IPAWC + Probiota Americas 2024

01-May-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2024 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…

Probiotics could aid rheumatoid arthritis sufferers, but more research needed to encourage industry growth

30-Apr-2024 By Audrey Yow

Current studies reveal probiotics could aid, and potentially play a role in preventing, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but further research is needed to determine treatment strategies and encourage industry growth in this area.

Advanced Nutrition Programme secures patent for microbiome skin supplement

29-Apr-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Skin care supplement brand Advanced Nutrition Programme (ANP) has attained the ‘UK’s first and only skin microbiome supplement patent’.

Study supports postbiotic’s potential for blood sugar management

26-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a heat-killed bacteria may work better than the live probiotic for improving markers of stress and blood sugar control in lab mice with stress-induced diabetes, says a new study from South Korea.

Meet the 2024 Probiota Americas Pioneers: BIOMILQ, HelloBiome & Preebio

25-Apr-2024 By Danielle Masterson

NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce BIOMILQ, HelloBiome and Preebio as our 2024 Probiota Americas Pioneers for the upcoming Probiota Americas (June 10-12).

Probiotical study links synbiotic with improvements in skin conditions

25-Apr-2024 By Danielle Masterson

New research published in Medicina suggests probiotic and prebiotic supplementation improve atopic dermatitis and eczema.

Lallemand and dsm-firmenich partner for synbiotic infant nutrition solutions

24-Apr-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Lallemand Health Solutions and dsm-firmenich are partnering to launch new synergistic synbiotic solutions combining human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) and probiotics for for early-life nutrition.

Dr. Rob Knight joins IPAWC + Probiota Americas roster

23-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The speaker roster for the IPAWC + Probiota Americas is filling up, and we can confirm that renowned microbiome research professor Rob Knight has confirmed his participation to speak at the event in Salt Lake City.

Malnutrition offers insight into the gut-brain axis research gap

19-Apr-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Cognitive deficits caused by malnutrition may be restored by interventions targeting the gut microbiome. However, direct imaging of the brain is still needed to understand those cognitive connections in humans, according to findings published in Clinical...

Lactiplantibacillus probiotic may support weight management: Study

18-Apr-2024 By Olivia Brown

A new study has reported that adults administered a daily probiotic supplement had significantly reduced body fat mass and percentages following a 12-week intervention.

AB-Biotics investigates probiotic blend’s mechanism for cardiometabolic health

12-Apr-2024 By Olivia Haslam

AB-Biotics’ probiotic blend AB-Life could improve heart health through the modulation of bile acid serum pool and regulation of circulating lipoproteins, new research has found.

Supplements to slow biological aging: What does the science say?

12-Apr-2024 By Olivia Brown

The concept of biological age has captured consumer attention with an increasing number of brands offering supplements promising to slow or even reverse the biological clock, but what does the scientific evidence backing these claims say?

Seed Health launches computational biology platform to expand pipeline beyond the gut

11-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Using artificial intelligence and machine learning, Seed Health’s new CODA platform will target the discovery and development of next-generation precision probiotics and microbiome-directed interventions.

Last call for entries for the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards

11-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

We’re into the home stretch for submitting entries to the prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards, with the absolute deadline for entries set for Friday, April 12, at 11:55 p.m. CT.

Shaheen Majeed on continuing his father’s legacy, expanding the portfolio and our over-reliance on China

09-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Recently named as the CEO of Sami-Sabinsa Group, Shaheen Majeed said his late father left a simple and brilliant recipe for the next generation to follow: “Science and quality. Be reliable, be responsible.”

Personalised probiotics: Tailoring to individual needs boosts health outcomes – new language-based tool

09-Apr-2024 By Audrey Yow

Researchers used a new language-based tool to identify probiotic strains that could improve health, and suggest that probiotics use tailored to individual needs are more beneficial.

Start-up launches skincare regime kit focused on gut-skin axis

08-Apr-2024 By Olivia Haslam

You’re Looking Well, a new skincare start-up, is linking skin and gut health by providing an all-in-one kit that combines topical and ingestible products.

Amazon updates its dietary supplements seller’s policy

05-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Tech giant Amazon has updated its requirements for dietary supplements and now requires third-party verification, including testing data and certificates of analyses straight from the lab to Amazon.

Comet continues on growth trajectory in booming prebiotic fiber market

04-Apr-2024 By Asia Sherman

Canadian ingredient manufacturer Comet now converts an annual four million kilograms of agricultural waste harvested from Danish farmlands into dietary fibers for use in supplements, foods and beverages.

FDA issues draft guidance on NDIN Master Files

03-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released draft guidance for industry titled “New Dietary Ingredient Notification Master Files for Dietary Supplements.”

UC Davis, Nestlé, FTC among first raft of speakers for IPAWC + Probiota Americas

03-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

We are pleased to reveal the first wave of speakers confirmed for the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas, the must-attend conference bridging the business and science of microbiome modulation for human health.

Probiotics, Synbiotics can play significant role in blood sugar control: Study

01-Apr-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Probiotics and synbiotics can act as a complementary therapy for blood sugar management and controlling diabetes, according to a recent review published in Clinical Nutrition.

Symrise's cranberry extract exerts rapid prebiotic effect: Study

29-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with a polyphenol- and oligosaccharide-rich cranberry extract can exert a potent bifidogenic effect in as little as four days, says a new study.

Dannon’s Light + Fit supports women entrepreneurs in new cause marketing campaign

28-Mar-2024 By Deniz Ataman

The Light + Fit campaign is designed to “inspire women to crave more beyond yogurt” through packaging redesigns from female artists and a grant program partnership with the Female Founder Collective, Jessica Grane, senior director of marketing, Dannon,...

Fucosyllactose prebiotic may protect intestines from injury: Mouse data

28-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) in adulthood may balance the gut microbiome and prevent intestinal inflammation, says a new study that sheds light on the potential mechanisms of action of HMOs.

The infant mycobiota: Research needed to understand the complex ecosystem

26-Mar-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

More research is needed on the maternal and infant mycobiota in order to properly support the entire ecosystem of the gut microbiome.

Clasado and Probi synbiotic increases lactate and SCFA production: Study

25-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Clasado and Probi's new synbiotic concept increases production of lactate and short-chain fatty acids to provide superior benefits when combined, according to new research.

Resilient Biotics teams with CosmosID to drive microbiome discovery of respiratory tract

22-Mar-2024 By Claudia Adrien

North Carolina microbiome platform company Resilient Biotics has partnered with Maryland-based CosmosID, a microbiome analytics firm, to advance respiratory health research and therapeutic development. The goal is to explore the intricate microbiome strains...

Morinaga Bifidobacterium probiotic shows promise for weight management: Study

22-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

Consumption of a probiotic containing B. longum BB536 and B. breve MCC1274A led to significant reductions in abdominal visceral fat and serum triglyceride levels in both healthy and overweight adults, according to a new study.

2024 Expo West trend spotting with SPINS: Algal omega-3, greens, sleep, kids and more

21-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Natural Products Expo West is always a launch pad for brands, so we walked the supplement aisles with Scott Dicker from market research firm SPINS to pick out some key trends and newsworthy topics.

Synbiotics could combat weight gain induced by antipsychotics

20-Mar-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Synbiotics, the combination of probiotics and prebiotics, may reduce weight gain attributed to antipsychotic medication, according to a review published in the journal Translational Psychiatry.

Research finds causal link between Akkermansia and hypothyroidism

20-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

A higher abundance of the Akkermansia bacterium in the microbiome is causally linked to hypothyroidism, suggesting a potential future treatment, according to new research.

Prebiotics boost beneficial bacteria for pregnant women and infants, conferring long-term benefits

19-Mar-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Women who were given prebiotic fiber-based dietary supplements during pregnancy and lactation experienced an increase in beneficial bacteria for themselves and their infants, according to a study in Clinical Nutrition.

Consuming live microbes could benefit cardiovascular health: study

18-Mar-2024 By Olivia DeSmit

Regular consumption of foods containing moderate and high levels of live microbes is correlated with a reduction in cardiovascular health risk, according to a team of researchers from Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Jinan, China.

‘One of the best summits I've attended in a long time!’ Save the Date for the 2025 Sports & Active Nutrition Summit

18-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Described by one recent attendee as “hands-down the best event”, NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the dates for the 2025 Sports & Active Nutrition Summit.

DSM i-Health partners with Slimbiotics for metabolic health probiotics

14-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Austrian start-up Slimbiotics is partnering with DSM i-Health to distribute its metabolic health probiotics in the North American and Chinese markets.

Probiota Pioneers & Scientific Frontiers: Deadline approaching for submissions

14-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The deadline for submitting entries to the Scientific Frontiers and Probiota Pioneers for the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is fast approaching, but there's still time to showcase your research or innovative startup.

Five specialty categories open for entries in NutraIngredients-USA Awards

13-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards are open for entries, with our five specialty categories recognizing the best and brightest in women’s health, nutrition research, start-ups and more.

IDFA’s LAC seal is extended to all probiotics-rich yogurt, cultured dairy products

12-Mar-2024 By Teodora Lyubomirova

As cultured dairy consumption booms, a label promoting products rich in live and active cultures re-emerges.

NutraCast: How M2 Ingredients keeps up with functional mushroom demand

08-Mar-2024 By Danielle Masterson

As awareness builds around the different species, mushrooms are attracting attention for benefits outside of immune support.

IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas: Early bird discount expires this week

07-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

With topics covering women’s health, prebiotics, healthcare practitioners, companion animals and much more, the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is not to be missed.

Postbiotics may offer powerful and pragmatic approach for athletes

07-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The greater stability and shelf life of postbiotics, coupled with documented benefits for performance and recovery, may make postbiotics an attractive option for athletes leading strenuous lives with demanding travel schedules.

Progress or a giant nothingburger? Trade associations react to FDA NDI guidance announcement

06-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

FDA's final guidance on New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) notification procedures and timeframes has prompted a range of responses from the dietary supplement industry trade associations, with some more welcoming than others.

6 reasons to enter the NutraIngredients-USA Awards!

06-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back with new categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people and initiatives in food supplements and functional food and beverage.

‘An ecological perspective’ is needed to optimise cyclists’ gut health: Study

06-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Tailored prebiotics may be needed to improve gut microbiota composition for better endurance sport performance, as probiotic supplementation is ineffective without the considering the ecological effect of exercise and diet on gut health, according to...

'Compelling results': Resistant starch may aid weight management via gut microbiome modulation

05-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Eight weeks of supplementation with resistant starch may lead to an average weight loss of 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs) and improve metabolic measures such as insulin resistance in overweight and obese people, says a new study.