Consuming the probiotic Bifidobacterium adolescentis SBT2786 increased sleep duration and reduced fatigue, according to a study, which also reported associations with an improvement in sleepiness upon waking and feelings of being well-rested during the...
Through a global challenge offering up to $2 million in prize funding announced this week, the US Department of Agriculture and the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) want to place “big bets” on high-risk, but high-reward innovations...
A working group of 26 member states has published a report suggesting the need to ban or restrict 12 'critical' ingredients such as ashwagandha, curcumin, maca and substances like melatonin.
Ganoderma lucidum, more commonly known as reishi, may help to enhance immune response and contribute to regulatory mechanisms and an anti-inflammatory response. A recent study, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, found the mushroom helped to...
A new study published in the journal Clinical Nutrition reports consuming foods with high amounts of live microbes may reduce the risk of sarcopenia as people age.
A new study shows that a probiotic strain isolated from Korean kimchi has beneficial effects on immune regulation, particularly in people with a weak immune system, highlighting its potential as a functional health food ingredient.
As mushroom supplements capture mass market interest, the founder of an organic supplement producer serving the European market has warned of his concerns around marketing hype and inferior 'me too' products.
The ability of synbiotic supplementation to modulate the gut microbiome and increase its diversity may influence our social-decision making and increase our sense of fairness, says a new study.
Found in more than 40 products in Europe, H20Slim, a natural mushroom-based weight management ingredient that traps unwanted fat, is now available in the United States.
A supplement containing vitamin E, astaxanthin and grape juice extract may improve episodic memory and other markers of cognitive health, says a new study.
Both cranberry and D-mannose supplements claim to prevent the bacteria that cause urinary tract infections (UTI) from adhering to the bladder wall, but a new study published in The Journal of Dietary Supplements has found that one is more robust and consistent...
A new generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool that models the infant microbiome can be used to forecast which babies were at risk for cognitive deficits.
Taking the nutraceutical palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) for 60 days has even greater benefits in people with chronic pain than taking PEA for 30 days, adding weight to the potential of the nutraceutical in long-term pain management, concludes a meta-analysis.
Personalized nutrition company Care/of will wind down operations as a subsidiary of Bayer AG and will lay off 143 employees by July 3, according to a notice filed with the state of New York, where the company is headquartered.
San Diego-based personalized probiotics company Floré by Sun Genomics recently announced a new distribution agreement with Evexia Diagnostics to bring its personalized microbiome mapping technology to Evexia’s 20,000 clinical practitioners.
The European Union and the United States operate with different regulations for dietary supplements, including labeling, marketing, food additives and more. So how do brands navigate two very different regulatory environments?
Google searches for lion's mane surged by up to 450% (week on week) in May in the UK, with industry players assigning the rise in interest to TikTok influencers, health practitioners, and the blockbuster Amazon show Clarkson’s Farm.
A new critical review highlights astaxanthin’s positive impacts on slowing neurodegeneration and boosting cognitive function, especially in terms of episodic memory, response time and working memory.
The National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) continues its efforts to market pet supplements in China after COVID-19 forced many U.S. companies to sever relationships in the country in early 2020.
The quality of the protein supplement matters for muscle preservation in older healthy men when consumed over recommended dietary allowance, according to a new study from McMaster University.
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Formulating snacks with Beneo’s Palatinose (isomaltulose) may significantly increase levels of key hunger hormones, such as GLP-1 and PYY, says a new study from Berlin.
A class action lawsuit accusing better-for-you soda maker Poppi of misleading consumers about the prebiotic benefits of its beverages could force the industry to standardize marketing for these ingredients, according to one industry player.
The microbiome’s role in stunting among children is multifaceted and can be examined by regional differences, according to a review published in the journal Nature.
Day 2 of the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas starts with an opening keynote from renowned microbiome research Prof. Rob Knight and finishes with a panel discussion around the healthcare practitioner opportunity. The event is less than a week away...
With a penchant for data and a deep enthusiasm for health and wellness, the CPG professional has found a career that combines her analytical skill set with CPG brands that she is passionate about.
With the growing focus on personalization, the industry should present authentic data and information rather than scaring consumers into purchasing, experts agreed at the recent Future of Food Summit in Geneva ahead of Vitafoods Europe.
An extract from white kidney bean may slash body weight, fat mass, and waist and hip circumference in overweight and moderately obese people, says a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
The British Medical Journal published a study in May suggesting that regular consumption of fish oil supplements for those without cardiovascular disease at the study’s start was associated with a 13% increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation compared...
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According to one attorney, “Protein shakes, protein powders, arguably even protein bars that are advertised for muscle building” could be off limits on TikTok.
Influencer marketing continues to grow, with collaboration and authentic communication key to brand survival, according to experts presenting at the recent Vitafoods event in Geneva.
Green Bioactives Limited (GBL), a tech firm focused on developing sustainable plant-based products, is celebrating the results of a clinical study demonstrating that its new L- theanine and FOS blend can improve memory by up to 10.1%.
Athletes given glycerol as a hydrating supplement experienced no performance benefits in high temperatures compared to placebo, a study in Spain has found, driving home the need for strategies to help athletes cope with competitions in hot weather.
The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Armed Services issued its report on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on Friday. It included a call for the Department of Defense to study the addition of creatine to Meals Ready-to-Eat (MREs)...
A new HerbalGram article shines a light on the excessive use of excipients with botanical extracts—also known as fairy dusting. “This is about hopefully changing the practice of some members of industry to give consumers the product they expect,” said...
The letter also addresses concerns over FDA’s Human Foods Program reorganization and how it will impact the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs, new dietary ingredient notifications (NDIN) and more.
The U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services has approved the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) proposed reorganization which includes unifying the Human Foods Program.
When the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act created the modern U.S. dietary supplement industry in 1994, it also conferred a new identity on botanicals and with it some considerations about potential phytochemical interactions.
Illinois-based CoreFX Ingredients LLC has announced its acquisition of the manufacturing assets of Connoils LLC, a boutique nutritional technology company specializing in powder delivery systems and specialty oil distribution.
There are more legal complaints for animal supplements than in the human supplement industry, according to a panel of attorneys who presented at this year’s National Animal Supplement Council conference.
The short-lived Natural Products Quality Assurance Alliance played an important behind-the-scenes contribution in the passage of DSHEA, but what was it and how did it help sway Congressional support for DSHEA?
Mintel recently launched Ingredientscape AI, a new landscaping tool that helps brands discover the fastest-growing ingredients using robust data from Mintel’s Global New Products Database (GNPD). Stephanie Mattucci, director of food & drink at Mintel...
Botanical supplement startup Phytaphix has launched a new blend targeting inflammation, fatigue and nervous symptom function to ‘empower’ consumers with multiple sclerosis (MS).
'Holistic hydration' and 'hydration+' appeared as popular concepts across the Vitafoods tradeshow in Geneva earlier this month, with Arla Foods Ingredients and PharmaLinea offering dynamic options.
