With a background in molecular biology and biostatistics, Simmi Chopra took the unconventional route to get into Ayurveda, the practice meaning “science of life” in Sanskrit.
A new 48-week placebo-controlled trial indicates hop extract (HE) standardised in 8-Prenylnaringenin (a phytoestrogen) could improve bone health in postmenopausal women living with osteopenia.
Supplementation with Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (Bifal) and arginine (Arg) could have “a major impact on improving human cognition, especially in old adults”, according to a recent study in mice.
North American Reishi Ltd (“Nammex”) has filed a Citizen Petition with the FDA on the labeling and sale of food and supplements containing fungal ingredients.
Four weeks of CBD (cannabidiol) supplementation at 15 mg per day led to clinically important improvement in their sleep quality, performing to a similar level to 5mg as melatonin, says a new study.
Nebraska-based Synbiotic Health has reported data from genomic evaluation in vitro testing that reveals that B. adolescentis, iVS-1, produces gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and Folate, expanding the strain’s known attributes and representing an enhanced...
Nektium, the botanical ingredients supplier, has unveiled three new global distribution partnerships for its clinically researched and branded botanical extracts.
A study from researchers at Oregon State University is the latest to support the potential health benefits of multivitamin supplementation in older adults and presents micronutrient biomarkers as fundamental to future research.
Nutrishop recently hit a major milestone–celebrating its 20 year anniversary. The company’s founders and COO looked back on the evolution of Nutrishop and the wider industry.
A combination of extracts from fennel and valerian may improve sleep disorders and the severity and frequency of hot flashes in menopausal women, says a new study.
Supplementation with a ketone ester may increase dopamine levels in ultra-endurance athletes and boost their mental alertness, says a new trial from Belgium.
Some microbes in the gut microbiome of humans and mice may help control the buildup of plaque in arteries by consuming a group of inflammatory chemicals before they can circulate in the body, new research suggests.
Barcelona-based Bioiberica has reported that its Mobilee-branded hyaluronic acid matrix ingredient for mobility may play a role against sarcopenia by boosting muscle cell size and production, and protecting against muscle damage.
A new case-controlled study has revealed key risk factors of pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) in Gaza Strip, Palestine, highlighting the impact of maternal zinc intake.
A deficiency of taurine may drive aging in animals, while supplementation with the compound was associated with a 12% increase in healthy lifespan, says a new study published in Science.
Alkemist Labs – an independent lab specializing in botanical screening for the dietary supplement industry – has developed and validated an analytical method to quantify psychoactives in plants and fungi.
The research will look into bioactives in Blue Diamond’s almond supply, opening up new insights for the company to explore innovations in consumer health.
A new review has noted the significant dysbiosis and loss of microbial diversity occurring in COVID-19 patients, highlighting the potentials for targetted probiotic dietary interventions.
A low-dose iron supplement could restore iron levels in healthy premenopausal women with iron deficiency without anemia (IDWA) but without the usual side effects of a higher dosage, according to a recent study.
A broad multi-institutional investigation funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) used blueberries to explore the influence of variations in crop, host and gut microbiota with an eye towards precision nutrition.
This unique supplement formulation is the ‘first in North America to use Collactive Collagen and Lycored Lumenato’ and also contains ‘Sea Buckthorn brewed extracts with Omegas rarely found in drinks.’
Consumers are seeking more natural, fresh and less processed foods and believe that science and technology, like precision fermentation, may be more suitable to effectively address these environmental issues than traditional food manufacturing methods,...
A new study suggests that consumption of a fish collagen peptide suppresses the onset of obesity in mice by modifying their gut microbiota, whereas other peptides might not.
TriNutra’s business development director studied microbiology and biotechnology, but said she never imagined she would be working in beauty/cosmetics sciences.
Dietary supplementation with the oral probiotic BLIS K12 may improve immune parameters in healthy people performing a high-intensity training (HIT) program, says a new RCT.
A new review has identified omega-3 fatty acids and red yeast rice to have the strongest potential for use within nutraceuticals to target inflammation, due to strong data obtained from multiple randomised controlled trials (RCTs).
Nutritional interventions can help prevent sarcopenia via maintenance of protein homeostasis, protect against inflammation, enhanced mitochondrial function, and reversal of satellite cell dysfunction, a new review describes.
When it comes to regulating CBD and cannabis, Canada is an extreme cautionary tale for the US, says Adam Gibson, the former Director General of Health Canada’s Non-prescription and Natural Health Products Directorate.
Natural ingredient supplier OmniActive has released the results of a new clinical trial that substantiates the effects of its enXtra ingredient as a caffeine-alternative in the growing energy supplement market.
Nestle health science has focussed its research and development work on the healthy aging category, predicting a “tsunami of metabolic conditions” for the future of public health.
A new systematic review has investigated the impact of L-carnitine supplementation on muscle bioenergetics and its potential as an antioxidant in physically active individuals.
Purple potatoes protected against disruption of short-chain fatty acid production and gut microbiota brought on by toxic PCB chemicals in a simulated human digestion model, according to a recent study led by McGill University researchers.
By Katrina Coughlin, Laura E. Gomez, Jon-Paul Powers, PhD, Lewis Retik, & Lauren Richardson - Gowling WLG
On May 12, 2023, Health Canada published a proposal detailing cost recovery fees for natural health products (NHPs). While there is a lot of information to digest in Health Canada's proposal, the proposed fees detailed below raise questions regarding...
The Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) Best Practices Standardized Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Disposal / Destruction of Irreparably Defective Articles (IDAs) is a voluntary standard to remove “irreparably defective” substances that...
Cargill's consumer preference study revealed that despite the widespread popularity of gelatin-based gummies, participants overwhelmingly favored a softer gummy texture made from alternative ingredients like pectin or tapioca.
Global consumers are highly aware of the fact all elements of health are interconnected so multifunctionality is the top health claim they are looking for in products, according to Nutiani’s Global State of Health and Wellbeing report.
Cranberry polyphenols and their gut microbiota metabolites may exert anti-inflammatory effects by modulating host microRNAs, according to a recent study from University of Toronto researchers.
Power Leaves says it's breaking the monopoly on the supply of coca leaf extract and bringing on a ‘new age of coca’. Through an exclusive agreement with indigenous communities, the ingredient manufacturer and supplier has developed a legal Colombian...
Efforts to restrict the sale of some dietary supplements to minors in New York State took a step forward this week as the State’s Assembly passed AB 5610-D, a bill that limits access to some dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building for people...
With the ongoing theme of safety, FDA recently addressed CBD. While offering up several potential scenarios, the Agency said the CBD marketplace ultimately rests in the hands of Congress.
Bioenergy Life Science (BLS) presents its wax-matrix packaged NAD booster as a game-changing format for the sustained release and improved absorption of its longevity supplement.
Probiota Americas is just over two weeks away. With key scientific and business insights into microbiome modulation to support women’s health, LBPs, and quorum sensing, don’t wait to register!
A recent NutraIngredients webinar hosted by Chr Hansen, gave insight into the critical role a mother plays in the health of her child before giving birth, exploring opportunities for synergistic biotic supplementation.
Metabolomic research suggests that the compound S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe) may play a more critical role in infant development than previously thought while offering encouraging support for supplemental use in new mothers.
