It’s no secret that food is a major part of managing cholesterol, with plant sterols playing an especially valuable role. But is today’s Western diet adequate? Susan Hewlings, PhD, says while it is possible, it’s not easy.
Big advertising budgets are not a requirement for big sales or an indicator of how successful a marketing campaign will be as illustrated by a viral video on social media by functional beverage newcomer Yesly, which generated more than 16 million views...
Supplementation with a fish oil rich in long chain mono-unsaturated fatty acids may increase the Omega-3 Index and support skin health, according to two intervention studies from Epax.
Moderate, long-term dietary intake of CoQ10 may protect against the new onset of hypertension, while excessive consumption can increase the risk of the condition.
Alicia Wolf, senior director of regulatory affairs at Ritual, said her journey into regulatory work wasn't exactly planned. A Fargo, North Dakota native, Wolf grew up with horses. She aspired to be a zoologist, which led her to pursue her undergraduate...
Short term supplementation with an extract from Aronia berries may boost cognitive performance in young, healthy adults, says a new study published in the European Journal of Nutrition.
The supplementation of a synbiotic has shown to increase resting energy expenditure in overweight or mildly obese adults, according to a clinical trial funded by Japan confectionery company Ezaki Glico.
There are extensive opportunities for 'holistic product innovation' across three key areas of women’s health: menstrual health, prenatal nutrition, and menopause, says Mintel.
Biotech company Helaina recently launched its breakthrough ingredient effera, going from being an R&D company to a commercially viable organization. The move not only marks a critical shift in the company, but offers a novel approach sure to disrupt...
Nutritional product retailer The Vitamin Shoppe is expanding its Whole Health Rx telehealth platform with the addition of prescription testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) .
Tailored probiotic supplements for individuals could help address age-related cognitive decline, according to researchers of a case study conducted in Taiwan.
Over 90% of dietitians surveyed in a recent study believed probiotics and prebiotics have a place in nutritional practice and that fermented foods with live microbial cultures should be part of food-based dietary guidelines.
When German multinational company Bayer closed vitamin provider Care/of earlier this summer, analysts raised questions about what the shuttering foretold for the personalized nutrition industry.
The global gummy market is expected to reach $48.5 billion by 2028, driven by the demand for efficacious yet good-tasting supplement formats. Brands are innovating to create healthier gummy options, like low-sugar and plant-based formulas, in order to...
The Natural Products Association has filed a lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requesting the agency cease its unlawful retroactive application of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act against Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN).
Doctors prescribing nutritional supplements for children, and their families, perceived an “excellent benefit” from using prescribed formulas, with 97% saying they would recommend the same formula again.
With nearly half the global population likely to experience some form of hair loss, supplement brands are driving innovation in the haircare space to fill the demand for effective solutions that work from the inside out.
Short-term supplementation with a mango leaf extract may boost a variety of cognitive measures, including mental speed, attention and working memory, says a new study using the Stadice-branded ingredient.
What consumers perceive about the potential brain health benefits of functional foods, beverages and supplements does not always align with scientific findings.
FUL Foods is a social impact company focused on sustainable nutrition solutions using microalgae. Julia Streuli and her co-founders first met in business school and became interested in decarbonizing the food sector due to its significant impact on global...
Twelve weeks of daily supplementation with a Bifidobacterium lactis probiotic strain may significantly decrease body fat, leg fat and BMI in obese women, says a new study from Korea.
Beta-Alanine (BA) supplementation has been shown to enhance bio-motor abilities and consistent improvement for physiological performance among volleyball players in a Korean RCT.
Older adults did not experience the expected muscle mass and strength gains from consuming total essential amino acids (EAAs) above and beyond the recommended dietary allowance, according to findings from a recent study published in Current Developments...
Probiotics have potential to serve as prophylactics for atopic dermatitis (AD), otherwise known as eczema, highlighting the relationship between the gut and skin.
Osmolality measures a beverage’s concentration of solutes (i.e. sugars, salts and carbs) and how quickly the body absorb fluids for optimal hydration, which may help hydration brands validate their claims around functional ingredients, Nick Gillitt, CEO,...
Once strictly tied to anti-aging, the beauty-from-within category is now more open-minded and enjoying ‘well-aging’—all with some help from science, TikTok and collagen for good measure.
Krill oil supplementation may strengthen skin barrier function and improves hydration and elasticity of the skin in healthy adults, according to data from two new pilot studies.
Maltodextrinated Grape Pomace Extract (MaGPE) supplementation reduces retinal swelling and oxidative stress, improving visual outcomes in diabetic retinopathy (DR) patients, according to new research published in the journal Nutrients.
Bifidobacterium Longum ES1 can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhoea (IBS-D), ADM told our Growth Asia Summit, referring to a first human clinical trial for a dual pro- and postbiotic.
A diet that includes omega-3 and vitamin D supplements but avoids meat and dairy may predict improved fatigue and disability trajectories for people with multiple sclerosis.
Practical evidence on how dietary supplementation might affect field performance of active-duty military service members is lacking, according to a recent review of the available science.
Natural ingredient supplier PLT Health Solutions has received an updated license from Health Canada to market its ingredient AprèsFlex 5-Day Joint Support Ingredient to support joint health in Canada.
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with NMN, personalized nutrition, oral probiotics and more. Stay on top of things with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
A combination of calcium casein, whey protein and pea protein isolate may significantly boost your golf swing, including driver distance and driver ball speed, says a new study from South Korea.
Analysis of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) and Urolithin A supplements revealed a wide range in levels of the active ingredients compared to label claims, indicating “a considerable disparity in the quality of geroprotective supplements."
Boston-based start-up Animal Biosciences has created the first soft-chew supplement for dogs designed to combat the root causes of aging, beginning at the cellular level.
Hair and skincare brand Rodan + Fields' recent decision to abandon its multi-level direct selling model marks a significant industry shift, and it’s something today’s guest said he saw coming. What does this move mean for the company, and perhaps...
Daily consumption of a low dose of Galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) can increase the relative abundance of Bifidobacterium in the feces of healthy women, according to a new study funded by FrieslandCampina.
Omega-3 solutions provider GC Rieber VivoMega is using Intelecy’s no-code AI platform, which creates machine learning models for real-time predictions to drive operational efficiency, quality and improved sustainability.
Sports nutrition is proving profitable as it dominates the current mergers and acquisitions market. But what’s next for this major food and beverage trend?
OraTicx, a specialist in advanced oral probiotics based in Korea, has named Missouri-based Stratum Nutrition as its exclusive North American distributor for its oral probiotic formulations.
As a fifth-generation entrepreneur, Dr. Brandy Zachary ("Dr. Z") shared her journey from being declared permanently disabled to discovering functional medicine as a lifeline that helped her regain her health and rebuild her life.
Symbiologist Nina Vinot urges nutraceutical industry to embrace One Health for a healthier planet and people, explaining that “no microbiome is an island.”
