Healthy aging

Free webinar to explore probiotics for weight management

13-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

An upcoming webinar will explore the exciting potential of probiotics for weight management, and will feature experts from BIOHM, Kaiviti Consulting, and Lumina Intelligence.

Startup Spotlight

Q&A: One Bio CEO on going back to nature to pioneer next-generation nutrients

13-Nov-2023 By Asia Sherman

One Bio entered the market last month on a mission to end inflammatory disease and decimate food waste by making odorless, colorless and tasteless fiber from salvaged agricultural byproducts.

Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2024: Early bird discount expires today

10-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

With expert speakers confirmed from GNC Live Well, Wild.AI, TYM Performance, AHPA, SPINS, Thorne HealthTech, Move Nutriton Network, Lifenome, the University of Ghent, Dublin City University, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and more, the upcoming...

Evolving science shifts focus to lutein’s lifelong eye and brain benefits

10-Nov-2023 By Asia Sherman

Research on lutein’s important role in child development is heating up, highlighting growing understanding of the carotenoid’s contribution to improving visual acuity and cognitive health starting as early as in utero.

Blue Helix Health enters NAD+ space with NR and herbal boosters

09-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A new player entered the cellular aging space last month, with Blue Helix Health announcing it will be launching a portfolio of NAD+ precursors and herbal NAD+ boosters.

Glycine supplementation before bedtime improves sleep quality and alertness – review

08-Nov-2023 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of the amino acid glycine before bedtime has shown to improve sleep quality, alertness and reduce fatigue in healthy populations, according to findings of a recent review conducted by researchers from Singapore.

Study shows C15:0 more effective than ‘fountain of youth’ alternatives

03-Nov-2023 By Claudia Adrien

Mounting evidence shows that Pentadecanoic acid, or C15:0, an essential fatty acid, is as beneficial as anti-aging drug rapamycin, including sharing anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antifibrotic and antimicrobial activities, according to research published...

Ketone supplementation for healthy aging in the elderly: Preparing for TAKEOFF

03-Nov-2023 By Asia Sherman

The Buck Institute for Research on Aging is getting ready to launch the first-ever clinical trial on the effects of ketone supplementation on frailty after receiving a $3.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health.

ChromaDex launches ‘clinical strength’ Tru Niagen Pro

02-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

California-based ChromaDex Corp. has launched a high dose Tru Niagen product containing 1,000 mg of its Nicotinamide Riboside ingredient.

NPA’s Fabricant on NMN, 25-(OH)D, NDIs, and more

31-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

While uncertainty continues around NMN, FDA should make it clear to commercial platforms that they haven’t made a final decision on the ingredient and that it should be still available to consumers, says Daniel Fabricant, President & CEO of the Natural...

October Launch Pad

30-Oct-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The month is wrapping up with new products for expecting moms, fitness enthusiasts and even a couple new SKUs for pets.

Ayana Bio launches three new plant cell cultivated ingredients

30-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Boston-based plant cell tech company Ayana Bio has announced the latest additions to its Plant Cell Advantage (PCA) ingredient with plant cell-cultivated Dog Rose, Hedge Nettle, and Sage.

Bioactive-rich insoluble fiber has ‘potential to be a nutritive product in the form of a supplement’: Study

25-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Each plant source of insoluble fiber contains unique bioactives – from anthocyanins and catechins to lutein, quercetin, and resveratrol – and offer potential health benefits beyond those of the fiber itself, says a new review from scientists at the University...

Multi-ingredient supplement shows 'significant' weight management potential

25-Oct-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

A seven-ingredient supplement resulted in significant weight and fat mass losses for overweight and/or obese participants. The clinical trial also found improvements in molecular markers of liver health and metabolism.

High dose folic acid in pregnancy may shorten infant telomere length, researchers say

25-Oct-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new study has observed a significant association between very high intakes of folic acid (FA) during pregnancy and shorter telomere lengths in children aged four.

Collagen + MSM may boost skin texture & reduce wrinkles: RCT

24-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Twelve weeks of supplementation with a combination hydrolyzed fish collagen and MSM may improve skin thickness and roughness, and reduce wrinkles, says a new study from Slovenia.

Pycnogenol positioned to meet demand for 'immunity plus'

19-Oct-2023 By Claudia Adrien

In some respects, ‘immunity plus,’ the idea that a single supplement can address a combination of health needs in addition to immune health, is not a new concept for decades-old Horphag Research.

‘Immunity 3.0’: Supporting a holistic view of supplement use

18-Oct-2023 By Claudia Adrien

The number one reason consumers take dietary supplements is to bolster their immunity, according to dsm-firmenich. In fact, 66% of supplement users say they plan to address immune health over the next 12 months.

ISSN issues position stand on EAAs in exercise and performance

18-Oct-2023 By Asia Sherman

The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) has published a new position paper on the effects of essential amino acid (EAA) supplementation on skeletal muscle maintenance and performance.

Verdure’s ashwagandha may offer anti-fatigue benefits: RCT

17-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a proprietary ashwagandha root extract may significantly reduce symptoms of fatigue, compared to the placebo group, for overweight or mildly obese men and women, says a new study.

Creatine shows no effect on postmenopausal bone mineral density

17-Oct-2023 By Asia Sherman

Creatine supplementation combined with exercise did not improve bone mineral density in postmenopausal women but may increase lean muscle mass and reduce fracture risks, according to findings from a two-year study.

Supplements improve quality of life post hospitalization for malnourished older adults

16-Oct-2023 By Claudia Adrien

Oral nutritional supplements (ONS) after hospitalization can enhance health outcomes and quality of life in malnourished older people, according to a study in Clinical Nutrition.

Startup Spotlight

Q&A: Tally Health CEO on slowing down the epigenetic clock

16-Oct-2023 By Asia Sherman

Co-founded by longevity expert and Harvard genetics professor Dr. David Sinclair and serial entrepreneur Whitney Casey, Tally Health entered the market earlier this year as a health ally for anyone looking to improve healthspan and increase longevity.

Study sheds light on pomegranate extract’s gut-mediated metabolism

13-Oct-2023 By Asia Sherman

A pharmacokinetics study published in the Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis provides a closer look at how potent phenolic compounds in a standardized pomegranate extract are metabolized by gut microbiota to confer health benefits.

Women’s health: lifespan studies “incredibly powerful” to advance category

11-Oct-2023 By Olivia Brown

Experts have highlighted the need for lifespan studies to enable personalisation within the hormonal health category, due to significant variation in symptoms and influence of various lifestyle factors altering individual responses to nutraceuticals.

Mood support the top growth category for children’s supplements

10-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

After two very good years of growth, sales of children’s supplement have declined over the past 12 months, but another wave of growth could be just around the corner.

Over 90% of US supplement users consider products essential for maintaining health: CRN survey

06-Oct-2023 By Danielle Masterson & Stephen Daniells

Three-quarters of Americans are taking dietary supplements, with 55% being regular users, according to the 2023 CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements.

AI for enhanced bioavailability: “there’s no other way” says expert

05-Oct-2023 By Olivia Brown

Experts have discussed the importance of using AI to create ingredients with enhanced nutrient bioavailability, yet highlight the significant cost and time implications as key challenges for researchers and product developers.

Omega-3 opportunity: Australia’s BiomeMega taps on fermentation and AI to create probiotic-derived Omega-3

05-Oct-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Australia’s BiomeMega says its probiotic-derived Omega-3 comes with additional functional benefits, higher bioavailability, and can be produced at a large scale via precision fermentation.

Gallinée founder: ‘The microbiome space is perfect for the deep trends in beauty’

04-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Advances in our understanding of the skin microbiome and the gut-skin axis are opening up “a lot of possibilities in a market that can sometimes feel saturated”, says Marie Drago, founder of Gallinée.

Review highlights opportunity of Coprococcus: ‘The bacterium that makes us happy’

03-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Coprococcus spp. may be a potential biomarker organism for mental health, and could be “an interesting lead for novel dietary-based preventive therapies for specific neurological disorders”, says a new review.

21st Century solution to healthy ageing: Bridging research, business and policy

29-Sep-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Twenty-first century medicine needs to be preventive and personalised with an interdisciplinary approach to allow research to impact policy and help the public to age healthily.

Newly A.I. discovered peptide promises anti-aging results

28-Sep-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

PeptiYouth, a “nature-identical” peptide, was discovered by AI at Nuritas. When combined with retinol and vitamin C, this peptide has shown “remarkable results” in clinical trials.

SmartyPants, SPINS, and ATW headline Supplements for Kids webinar

27-Sep-2023 By Stephen Daniells

An upcoming webinar will explore the booming category of children’s supplements, featuring experts from SPINS, SmartyPants Vitamins, and Amin Talati Wasserman.

Study explores FlexPro MD’s synergistic effect on joint pain and function

27-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

FlexPro MD, a multi-ingredient supplement designed to combat inflammation, is well tolerated and effective in reducing joint pain and improving physical function in patients with mild osteoarthritis, according to a recent study.

New tox study validates safe upper dose for cbdMD’s Broad Spectrum CBD blend

25-Sep-2023 By Stephen Daniells

cbdMD's proprietary broad spectrum blend is safe when consumed as a dietary supplement in doses up to 160 mg per day in a 70 kg (154 lb), says a new study published in Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology.

Postmenopausal women work out too

21-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Gone are the days of scaled down, pink bottles featuring thin 20-something women. Marketers are beginning to be more inclusive by offering packaging and products that represent reality: athletes of all shapes and sizes—and ages too.

Ashwagandha-Okra mix shows bowel health benefits in proof-of-concept clinical trial

21-Sep-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a proprietary blend of standardized ashwagandha and okra extracts may provide constipation-relief benefits and improve quality of life, says a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, proof-of-concept study.

Gisele Bündchen joins Gaia Herbs as wellness ambassador

20-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

Herbal supplement manufacturer Gaia Herbs has partnered with supermodel Gisele Bündchen to inspire and teach consumers about how to kickstart a healthier lifestyle.

Study: Orange and pomegranate extract impacts major marker for healthy ageing

18-Sep-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new analysis of clinical data suggests the orange and pomegranate extract 'Actiful', from BioActor, can reduce methylglyoxal, an important marker for healthy ageing.

Provaxus licenses NC State’s probiotic for reducing GI inflammation

14-Sep-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The new probiotic supplement uses an extensively researched strain engineered to reduce gastrointestinal inflammation, giving the product “a very broad audience”.

NPA’s Fabricant on NMN: ‘Taking FDA to Federal Court is expensive, but I don’t see another option’

12-Sep-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been unable to reach a decision on the requests made in a Citizen Petition about NMN due to “competing agency priorities”, a response that threatens the NMN sector, says Daniel Fabricant, PhD.

Top CBD companies’ lackluster sales, profits point to years-long national trend

08-Sep-2023 By Claudia Adrien

The US cannabidiol industry has seen a year-over-year decline in sales, despite attempts to bolster the CBD market with newer products.

Chr Hansen study supports efficacy of L. plantarum strain for gut health

01-Sep-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The strain, which is the newest addition to the company’s human health probiotics portfolio, achieved a “clinically meaningful response” for improving gut health for people with adults with IBS-D.

Guzen Development on next-gen salmon nasal cartilage extract for joint health

01-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

A low dose of SCP-II – a combination of undenatured collagen and proteoglycan extracted from salmon nasal cartilage – may be more effective than the higher doses of collagen peptides widely consumed for joint pain.

NutraCast: Nutritional Concerns of the Female Athlete

01-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Although women have been underrepresented in nutrition, sport, and exercise science research, there’s a growing understanding of how sex differences and sex hormones influence the nutritional requirements to maximize health, performance, and recovery...

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