China has a rich tradition of growing, cultivating, studying and using mushrooms in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Deep-rooted expertise, historical background and substantial research contribute to a profound comprehension of mushroom chemistry and biology....
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....
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.
The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has made six rulings against brands making anti-anxiety claims, utilizing its new AI monitoring system to catch breaches.
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.
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.
Low-dose CBD supports healthy sleep in healthy participants and increases immune cell expression, according to a recent study published in the journal Nutrients.
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.
Nutraceutical ingredient supplier Sabinsa has highlighted the results of a preliminary study evaluating the safety, tolerability and health benefits of its standardized beetroot extract Sabeet.
Unilever is leveraging new technology while focusing on business basics as its $2 billion Health & Wellbeing Collective continues to register double-digit, volume-led growth quarter after quarter.
Giving preterm infants probiotics comes with relative risks so research is needed to help make this common procedure in low-risk cases, according to experts speaking at the recent International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP)...
With over 500 members, 30-plus sponsors and thousands of social media followers, the powerhouse group of men and women is showing no signs of slowing down.
M2 Ingredients, a North American organic mushroom powder supplier, showcased its recent research during IFT FIRST on the prebiotic potential of its products which highlighted the possibilities mushrooms offer for the booming functional food and beverage...
A personalized dietary and lifestyle program positively impacted the gut microbiome and demonstrated significant associations between gut microbial changes and weight loss, according to a recent study sponsored by Digbi Health.
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 National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) is inviting public comment on its upcoming five-year strategic plan, which includes a reimagining of the office and an expansive research agenda.
A new paper published in the journal Advances in Nutrition examines whether the efficacy evidence currently available supports population-based, preventive recommendations for probiotics. This has raised questions within the dietary supplement industry...
J.P. Morgan Research predicts that there will be 30 million GLP-1 users in the U.S. by 2030—about 9% of the population. The dietary supplement industry is actively responding to the opportunities presented by the GLP-1 era, with a focus on innovation,...
A novel dietary supplement for targeted delivery of LPC-EPA/DHA derived from krill may protect against neonatal hypoxic-ischemic brain injury, according to a new animal study from the Netherlands.
Beta-alanine supplementation improves sports performance in key high-intensity functional training (HIFT) measures, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrients.
dsm-firmenich is selling its marine lipids business to the KD Pharma Group in exchange for a minority stake in the enlarged KD company. The deal would make KD Pharma the largest manufacturer of omega-3 fish oils.
Sports nutrition knowledge (SNK) among NCAA collegiate athletes is low, leading to inappropriate intake of macro and micronutrients, according to a study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
Michael McGuffin, president of the American Herbal Products Association, says he hopes his 2024 NutraChampion Award inspires and encourages others to serve the industry and the public.
New Hampshire-based MegaFood has unveiled its fully-integrated ambassador platform to provide practical, credible advice on health and wellness topics for women.
New research in precise small intestine sampling takes the industry a step closer to offering real-time insights into host-diet-microbiota interactions.
Probiotic supplementation (PS) in preterm infants reduces risk of hospitalization in the first two years after discharge from the neonatal unit, according to a recent study from Western Australia published in the journal Nutrients.
London-based personalized nutrition company Bioniq has announced it will use the funds from its recent Series B funding round to further expand globally through “continued disruption of the dietary supplements market."
Much more is now known about how dietary supplements act on the body, but evidence surrounding the associated health effects is still building, according to a recently published digest of the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) 2023 Science in Session...
An ethanolic extract from the peel of a Japanese citrus fruit may beneficially modulate the gut microbiota of lab mice fed a high fat diet and may lower the animals’ body weight, says a new study from Taiwan.
After spending 20+ years in the natural products industry, Sarah Burden has decided to take a more ‘radicle’ approach, highlighting the importance of education, compliance and research.
Gut health-focused tech firm Zoe has launched its first own brand whole-food supplement designed to be sprinkled on meals to provide a microbiome diversity boost, utilizing an (as yet) unpublished RCT to help market its benefits.
Supplementation with inulinase, an enzyme that works on fructans, may offer potential to reduce gastrointestinal symptoms associated with FODMAP consumption, says a new study that supports the safety profile of the enzyme.
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.
Curcumin can fight chronic diseases by reducing key inflammatory markers, offering a promising natural intervention for conditions including obesity, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to new research.
Despite being 51% of the population, it's no secret that women still face huge data gaps and lack of representation. Nouri founder Caroline Carralero has witnessed firsthand some of the emerging science and market response to women's health...
Supplementation with cornelian cherry may impact diverse cardiometabolic risk factors among individuals considered to be at high risk, according to a new study.
Dr. Jake Burlet is CEO of Canada-based CanBiocin, a company founded in 1998 that focuses on species-specific probiotics that target animal health. Burlet spoke about the organization and its recent research during this year’s Probiota conference in Salt...
Supplementation with a blend of four probiotic strains and an amylase enzyme may boost the abundance of beneficial Saccharomyces cerevisiae 200-fold, while also decreasing potential pathogens, says a new study.
According to Bonafide Health’s Annual State of Menopause Study, women are increasingly open and vocal about menopause, but confusion and misperceptions about symptoms and treatment remain rampant.
Consumers should consult their healthcare professionals about their supplement use to ensure efficacy and safety of self-care routines, suggests a new study led by researchers from The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy.
Dietary supplementation with Sabinsa’s LactosSore probiotic may reduce the duration and frequency of diarrhea in children when given along with an oral rehydration solution and zinc, says a new study.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is among four organizations that filed an amicus brief Thursday to combat a New York law which bans the sale of weight loss and muscle building supplements to minors.
Dr Zack Abbott, founder and CEO of ZBiotics, says the science supporting probiotics is inconsistent because like a fingerprint, everyone has a unique microbiome. Instead, Abbott suggests genetically engineered probiotics.
Adding mulberry fruit extract (MFE) to carbohydrate-rich meals may reduce postprandial glucose (PPG) and insulin (PPI) responses in individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to new research.
Supplementation with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids improves recovery after exercise by reducing signs of oxidative stress, suggests a review in Nutrients.
