Black women have, on average, lower DHA omega-3 levels and higher risk of preterm birth, but high dose supplementation with DHA may reduce the risk of preterm birth and early preterm birth, says a new study.
An institution since 2000, this year the Oxford International Conference on the Science of Botanicals (ICSB) gathered over 300 scientists, regulators and industry professionals from across the globe for an immersive program of expert educational sessions...
“Oftentimes it feels like we are the first in our industry to ask some of these questions of our supply chain, there isn’t a playbook yet to use,” said Lindsay Dahl, Ritual's Chief Impact Officer.
Co-encapsulated omega-3 and vitamin D3 in beeswax solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) could be used to develop functional food and drink, a new study suggests.
Age is the last acceptable prejudice in product marketing, but it too appears to be dissolving as consumers rally against being defined by their years, according to active nutrition market insights consultancy Nutrition Integrated.
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.
Florida-based ingredient supplier Valensa has launched its USPlus Derm hair growth supplement in a market that is increasingly looking to natural products for healthier and fuller hair.
Brain health scientists from across the globe have come together to launch Alzheimer’s Prevention Day on May 15 to raise awareness of nutritional strategies for the prevention of cognitive decline.
Postmenopausal women with low bone mineral density may benefit from polyphenol-rich prunes if their guts contain certain microbes, according to research funded by the California Prune Board.
Biotransformation of minerals and vitamins using yeast and probiotic fermentation to create a glycoprotein matrix may boost nutrient absorption, with a new study reporting significant improvements for zinc.
There is a wide array of clinical benefits of fasting such as improved mood and cognition, balanced immune responses, enhanced energy, improvements in heart and metabolic health, weight management and more. But anyone who has fasted knows that it can...
Top takeaways from regulatory session at SupplySide East
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration's good manufacturing practice (GMP) inspections of dietary supplement facilities is back up to 500 per year, a return to pre-COVID levels, but those levels are still inadequate, says Dr. Cara Welch, FDA’s director...
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.
NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce BIOMILQ, HelloBiome and Preebio as our 2024 Probiota Americas Pioneers for the upcoming Probiota Americas (June 10-12).
A focus on healthy aging, women’s health, sustainability initiatives and tech innovation can all be expected at the upcoming Vitafoods Europe tradeshow.
A paper published in The Journal of Nutrition makes the case for increased diagnostic testing to improve omega-3 status and related health outcomes around the world.
Lubrizol will launch its new microencapsulated iron ingredient Lipofer and highlight newly EU food grade-approved Carbopol polymers next month (May 2024).
More consumers than ever are looking for innovative ways to support total mind and body wellness. But where is the next big innovation opportunity in the cognitive health space? dsm-fermenich has weighed in with its comprehensive nootropics report.
Protein consumption, quality sleep and hormone balance are all key in reframing how the industry considers the ‘healthy aging’ category, according to new insights from a Vitafoods webinar this week.
Vitamin D supplementation has shown promise in decreasing the intensity of period pain and the use of analgesics, particularly in people with primary dysmenorrhoea, say Taiwanese researchers.
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that the children of mothers who consumed fish oil supplements—comprised of omega-3 (n-3) long-chained polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA)—during their third trimester had an...
Following a hearing on April 23, a judge in the Eastern District of New York will allow the Natural Products Association to pursue a motion for a preliminary injunction against a new restrictive law, but the effort will be limited by Friday’s decision...
Twenty years ago, the PR agency Traci Kantowski worked for won the Pharmavite account, and she’s been writing love letters to the nutraceuticals industry ever since. As the VP of global communications and business development at Cypress Systems, Kantowski...
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.
New research is discovering a plethora of technologies and formulations to improve bioavailability of nutraceuticals to meet consumer demand for more efficacious products, according to new insights from a recent Vitafoods webinar.
Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) are seeking to prohibit tianeptine, also known as “gas station heroin”, from being marketed to consumers with companion bills in both chambers of the U.S. Congress.
“From both a consumer standpoint and from an industry standpoint, it's very hard to know what you can and can't do [with kratom],” industry lawyer Rick Collins told attendees at SupplySide East 2024.
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.
Not only is it the world’s most expensive spice, but saffron may help reduce vision loss and the progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) when taken as dietary supplement over an extended period.
A new review of the scientific literature reveals that acute intakes of caffeine within capsules resulted in significantly improved muscle strength and endurance in men.
Researchers at Deakin University Australia are planning a fully remote trial to investigate the health beneficial properties of polyphenols in sugarcane extract and their potential to improve gut, heart and mental health.
People who consume more omega-3 fatty acids tend to live longer and healthier lives, according to a new analysis published in the most recent issue of the Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
FDA’s director of the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs (ODSP), Cara Welch, PhD, stopped by SupplySide East to present an overview of the agency’s FY23 activities related to dietary supplements and FY24 plans as well as an update on the pending Human...
FDA’s total request of $7.2bn for FY 2025, an increase of $341m from the FY 2024 numbers, “will allow the agency to continue to leverage new and emerging technologies,” and unite the Human Foods Program under “a single line of authority,” FDA Commissioner...
Arla Food Ingredients has acquired Volac’s Whey Nutrition business, with big plans to turn its Felinfach site in Wales into global centre for performance, health and food offerings.
A new review highlights the potential of polyphenol-rich compounds to counteract age-related epigenetic alterations associated with increased disease risk through microbiome modulation.
A judge in the Southern District of New York has denied the Council for Responsible Nutrition’s motion for a preliminary injunction against a new law coming into effect on Monday, April 22 that will restrict access to certain dietary supplements for people...
A blend of Bacopa, ginseng and whole coffee fruit may boost brain efficiency in middle-age by improving positive mood and memory function, according to a new study funded by Usana Health Sciences.
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...
When it comes to starting a dietary supplement brand from scratch, there is a lot to consider: suppliers, contract manufacturers, regulations, supply chain and so much more. So where should entrepreneurs start?
Kemin Industries has received novel food authorization from the European Commission for its BetaVia Pure postbiotic ingredient, a proprietary strain of the algae Euglena gracilis, with five-year exclusivity in the European market.
Nutricosmetic manufacturer Seppic is spotlighting its latest research indicating its Ceramosides ingredient can offer skin benefits for women, including those experiencing menopause.
supplementation of vitamin D alone or a multinutrient combination may significantly improve lung function and disease severity in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to findings published in Nutrients.
SupplySide East just wrapped up, and attendees were buzzing about a number of issues ranging from restrictive laws to NDI guidance to DSHEA. NutraIngredients-USA caught up with CRN’s President and CEO Steve Mister Wednesday in Secaucus, NJ to discuss...
