Polysaccharides from Aloe vera may boost the growth of beneficial gut bacteria such as Bifidobacterium spp. and Lactobacillus spp., says a new study from Chile that supports the prebiotic potential of the compounds.
Probiotics and prebiotics—the names themselves are a claim, something that companies need always to be aware of. This is one of the topics that will be covered in tomorrow’s Online Digest Health Conference sponsored by NutraIngredients-USA.
An innovative program administered through a Virginia university is fostering a model for increasing supply chain quality and transparency via the cultivation of forest botanicals in situ.
A targeted medical nutrition drink containing omega-3, vitamin D, protein and a combination of polyphenols has been found to improve symptoms of cachexia, a muscle-wasting disease that is common in COPD patients.
Oral probiotics improve the severity of Atopic Dermatitis (AD) in children, and lower the frequency of steroid use needed to manage flare-ups, according to a recent study in JAMA Dermatology.
The anti-fatigue effects of beta-alanine, the rate-limiting precursor of carnosine, apply to both men and women, irrespective of baseline carnosine levels, says a new study.
The Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) is in the final stages of completing a comprehensive set of consensus-based standards for dietary supplements, OTC pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and medical devices.
Increased competition in the sports nutrition space caused dietary supplements retailer Vitamin Shoppe to report its biggest loss since going public in 2009 and sent the share price reeling.
What’s the latest evidence for the effects of probiotics? What about prebiotics? What are the current market trends? The answers to these and other questions can be heard in an online conference scheduled for this Wednesday.
Mushrooms, particularly certain wild varieties, are abundant in glutathione and ergothoniene, important protectors against oxidative damage, according to recent research published in Food Chemistry.
Supplementation using BioGaia’s probiotic strain has shown to reduce the rate of diarrhoea and associated disorders such as stunting of growth and cognitive deficiencies, a study finds.
Only five out of 19 supplement products labeled as Reishi mushroom purchased in the U.S. could be verified as genuine Reishi mushroom, says a new study that highlights quality issues in the category.
The need to verify one of its primary ingredients—aloe—has pushed Herbalife to become one of the industry’s leaders on identification and quality, an executive asserts.
Georgia-based Deerland Enzymes & Probiotics has received a notice of allowance for its US patent application directed to prebiotic compositions comprising bacteriophages, namely Deerland’s branded prebiotic, PreforPro.
Consuming a diet rich in antioxidant foods is associated with a reduction in risk of type-2 diabetes (T2D) in middle-aged women, reports a new study in Diabetologia.
DuPont’s prebiotic fibre could exert positive benefits to the gut microbiome, according to an animal study featured in Nature which also raises future implications on skin, metabolic and even brain health.
The dietary supplement industry’s leading trade associations and the US Anti-Doping Agency have voiced their support of the recent FDA actions to protect consumers from body-building products containing Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) illegally...
Higher dietary intakes of magnesium may protect against age-related skeletal muscle and bone loss, says a new analysis of data from the UK Biobank cohort.
A research report by a group led by prominent supplement industry critic Dr Pieter Cohen MD, found DMAA and three similar stimulant-like compounds in dietary supplement-like products purchased on the open market.
The federal government has seized more than $3 million from Hi Tech Pharmaceuticals CEO Jared Wheat as part of its money laundering and mail fraud case against the executive and the dietary supplement company he controls.
Claiming to be a category leader can be expensive. Aker BioMarine CEO Matts Johansen said his company accepted that challenge when it produced a pricey video highlighting the importance of testing omega-3 levels in consumers.
Daily supplementation with the pinkish-red pigment astaxanthin may improve facial skin health in middle-aged subjects, suggests a new study from scientists in the UK and Russia.
The Natural Products Association has released a book compiling a list of pre-DSHEA (old) dietary ingredients to provide a “useful regulatory guidepost” for industry and regulators.
Synbiotics, or the pairing of a probiotic organism with a compatible prebiotic, remains an alluring concept, but one that still needs more data support, experts say.
The state of prebiotic fibers remains in limbo while FDA mulls over comments to its guidance on the subject. But companies can still market their ingredients based on gut health benefits, experts say.
ChromaDex is in line to receive another $23 million of investment, including from a fund associated with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, via private placement of stock.
Researchers agree that a more diverse gut microbiome is a healthier one. But beyond that, they don’t have the basis to agree on much else surrounding the concept of diversity.
A new study highlights the link between sleep habits, gut microbiome composition and cognitive flexibility in healthy older adults, but could probiotics benefit sleep-related cognitive issues?
Oral supplementation of l-glutamine prevents the progression of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), reports a recent study in the Journal of Nutrition.
We’ve had a few notable hires over the last couple of months, with big news at The Nature’s Bounty Company, FoodState, Styr Labs, Naturex, ChromaDex, and Beneo.
Innophos Holdings is continuing to execute on a strategic plan to become a major player in human nutrition with the acquisition of dietary ingredient supplier NutraGenesis.
The composition and function of the microbiota in the human gut changes throughout the day, with links to dietary and bathroom habits. The findings may have implications for the design of future probiotic clinical trials.
After successfully completing a Series B financing, Microbiome Therapeutics is gearing up for the launch of a ‘microbiome modulator’ product designed to help balance the microbiome and support healthy metabolism.
Swapping out refined grains for whole grains does not cause significant shifts in our gut microbes or better insulin resistance – but does result in weight loss, lower food intake, and reduced systemic inflammation, say researchers.
New Blackmores CEO Richard Henfrey has pledged that the firm will look to move beyond selling 'bottles of pills', hinting that a more personalised nutrition approach featuring tests and value-added services could be an option.
From market sizing to the need for global probiotics standards at Codex, the International Probiotic Association’s second DC workshop in collaboration with the US Pharmacopeia succeeded in providing a venue for sharing knowledge and expertise.
A new study on Natreon’s AyuFlex botanical ingredient shows decreased joint pain and increased mobility among a study population of overweight adults. It’s part of the company’s strategy to support entry into new markets with hard data on its ingredients.
The Food and Drug Administration’s attitude that CBD does not belong in dietary supplements seems to have hardened, judging by the wording of four warning letters issued this week.
From fiber to probiotics to enzymes, the $1 billion digestive health category is a dominant force in the dietary supplement industry. But what’s the latest research, or gaps in research, that can take the category to the next level?
Dietary supplement brand MegaFood announced that its entire line is now certified glyphosate residue free, a move the company deemed necessary as a supplement maker that differentiates itself by making “whole food” supplements.
Young mice developed low-grade chronic inflammation after receiving gut bacteria transplanted from old mice, reported a new study in Frontiers in Immunology
A recent project completed by branded ingredient supplier PLT illustrates how companies can fairly easily plug gaps in their botanical identification structure if they’re willing to expend the effort, an expert says.
Algae Health Sciences, Inc. has announced it has joined the ranks of astaxanthin suppliers that have achieved Non GMO Project Verified status on its ingredients.
Probiotics are distinct types of bacteria that have been clearly defined by health authorities around the world, trade associations, as well as the World Health Organization. However, this definition may have not yet entered mainstream consciousness.
Ingredient giant DowDuPont announced that it has completed the Health & Nutrition arm of FMC Corporation—other than its omega-3 business—to build on the former’s “sustainable, bio-based food ingredients” market share.
Consuming Montmorency tart cherry juice (MTCJ) improved sleep duration in adults aged over 50 by nearly an hour and a half, according to a recent study in the American Journal of Therapeutics.
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a consumer warning against supplement-like body building products that contain SARMs, or selective androgen receptor modulators.
