Bone & joint health

Study sheds light on pomegranate extract’s gut-mediated metabolism

13-Oct-2023 By Asia Sherman

A pharmacokinetics study published in the Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis provides a closer look at how potent phenolic compounds in a standardized pomegranate extract are metabolized by gut microbiota to confer health benefits.

New business model puts TSI Group at forefront of consumer trends, company says

11-Oct-2023 By Claudia Adrien

The TSI Group is doubling down on a consumer-centric business model with the goal of doing the early work for customers.

Mood support the top growth category for children’s supplements

10-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

After two very good years of growth, sales of children’s supplement have declined over the past 12 months, but another wave of growth could be just around the corner.

GC Rieber VivoMega and OmegaQuant team up to test omega-3 levels at SupplySide West

10-Oct-2023 By Asia Sherman

Norwegian fish and microalgae oil supplier GC Rieber VivoMega is partnering with nutritional analytics firm OmegaQuant to provide free Omega-3 Index testing at the SupplySide West trade show in Las Vegas on Oct. 25-26.

September Launch Pad

28-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

It's all about convenience: Gummies, chews and stick packs lead the way as consumers expect brands to offer innovative ways to save them time and effort.

Study explores FlexPro MD’s synergistic effect on joint pain and function

27-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

FlexPro MD, a multi-ingredient supplement designed to combat inflammation, is well tolerated and effective in reducing joint pain and improving physical function in patients with mild osteoarthritis, according to a recent study.

Across generations, cannabinoids aid in physical recovery from exercise, survey finds

22-Sep-2023 By Claudia Adrien

CBD and/or THC users between 18-68 years old who avidly participate and are trained in aerobic and resistance exercise report the compounds aid in their physical recuperation, a new survey determined.

Postmenopausal women work out too

21-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Gone are the days of scaled down, pink bottles featuring thin 20-something women. Marketers are beginning to be more inclusive by offering packaging and products that represent reality: athletes of all shapes and sizes—and ages too.

AvailOm omega-3 supplement may reduce joint pain, study finds

05-Sep-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT observes significant reductions in perceived pain following intakes of the AvailOm omega-3 supplement, in healthy adults aged 40 years and over with persistent knee discomfort.

Guzen Development on next-gen salmon nasal cartilage extract for joint health

01-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

A low dose of SCP-II – a combination of undenatured collagen and proteoglycan extracted from salmon nasal cartilage – may be more effective than the higher doses of collagen peptides widely consumed for joint pain.

NutraCast: Nutritional Concerns of the Female Athlete

01-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Although women have been underrepresented in nutrition, sport, and exercise science research, there’s a growing understanding of how sex differences and sex hormones influence the nutritional requirements to maximize health, performance, and recovery...

Intermittent vitamin D supplementation has similar efficacy to daily dose, findings suggest

31-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new meta-analysis observes that there was no statistically significant mean difference (MD) between total of 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] concentrations in intervention groups taking daily or weekly vitamin D supplements.

Study questions omega-3 supplement labeling, calls for increased regulation

23-Aug-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A new paper in JAMA Cardiology that criticizes the use of structure/function claims on omega-3 dietary supplements is “fraught with inaccuracies and never should have made it through the peer review process”, says the Global Organization for EPA and DHA...

Ingredient integrity study finds Lonza’s collagen viable across a range of formats

11-Aug-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Aiming to enhance collagen stability in food and beverage, a new study conducted by Lonza has found that its UC-II undenatured type II collagen for joint health is viable in various product applications.

Sanofi to acquire Qunol with eye on healthy aging

09-Aug-2023 By Asia Sherman

French multinational pharmaceutical and healthcare company Sanofi has announced that it will acquire New Jersey-based health and wellness brand Qunol.

Startup Spotlight

Q&A: Fatty15 founders talk dolphins and saturated fats for global health

07-Aug-2023 By Asia Sherman

From healthy aging in dolphins to taking on the omega-3 competition, Eric and Stephanie Venn-Watson discussed how novel saturated fats may just be the answer to restoring global health.

Clinical trial supports TamaFlex joint health benefits

13-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of standardized extracts of tamarind seeds and turmeric may improve joint comfort and function, aerobic capacity, and lower body strength in people with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, says a new study.

'Remarkable' microbiome changes in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis

11-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

New research reveals 'remarkable changes' in gut bacteria, fungi, and faecal metabolites in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, providing novel insights into new therapeutic approaches to improve bone health.

‘Being a finalist is an honor that brings immense joy to our company’: Industry gears up for NIU Awards broadcast

06-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 2023 NutraIngredients-USA Awards will be revealed during a live broadcast on July 12. Our finalists excited to hear the results. You should be, too!

Enovate Biolife study concludes botanical supplement offers fast knee pain relief

30-Jun-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Botanical ingredient supplier, Enovate Biolife, is spotlighting the results of its recent study concluding its botanical-mix 'Muvz' ingredient could deliver significant knee pain relief in less than four hours.

Review investigates n-3 PUFA impact on bone health

29-Jun-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Larger and more diverse studies are needed to fully understand the impact of n-3 PUFA supplementation on bone health, state the authors of a new systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials (RCTs).

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023: And the winners are...

27-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 2023 NutraIngredients-USA Awards were revealed this morning (July 12) during a live broadcast on NutraIngredients-USA.com...

RCT shows joint health support with OmniActive’s Curcuwin Ultra+

26-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a highly bioavailable curcumin formulation may improve knee joint health and mobility in people with mild osteoarthritis, says a new multi-centric, randomized, double-blind, parallel, placebo-controlled study.

Moderate blueberry intake improves bone health in postmenopausal women

21-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

Consuming less than one cup a day of blueberries may be an effective strategy to reduce bone loss in healthy postmenopausal women, according to the findings of a broad multi-institutional investigation.

Hop extract benefits bone health of postmenopausal women via microbiome

14-Jun-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

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.

From crop to consumer: Blueberry genotype and dose for precision nutrition

08-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

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.

Review: Mechanisms of action behind nutritional sarcopenia prevention

07-Jun-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

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.

May Launch Pad

30-May-2023 By Danielle Masterson

This month’s launches are packed with branded ingredients aimed largely at brain health, along with energy for athletic performance and a couple metabolic support products for good measure.

Review: Unravelling the link between gut microbiota and skeletal muscle in older age

23-May-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new review by authors from Parma, Italy, has explored the role of gut microbiota as a mediator of the myoprotective effects associated with key polyphenolic compounds, finding that their interaction with gut microbes alters effectiveness against age-related...

NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023: And the finalists are…

19-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the finalists for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023... the winners will be announced during a live broadcast on NutraIngredients-USA.com in July.

Novel mobile app gives real-world support for hydrolyzed cartilage matrix’s joint health benefits

18-May-2023

Daily oral Colartix hydrolyzed cartilage matrix (HCM) supplementation may improve joint discomfort in a wide variety of people, according to real-world data collected using a novel mobile app.

NOW Pets launches joint mobility supplement for dogs and cats

10-May-2023 By Asia Sherman

Natural products manufacturer NOW has added a new UC-II Advanced Joint Mobility Supplement for cats and dogs to its pet product line.

Research rules out antioxidants to prevent bone loss in astronauts

09-May-2023 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Supplementation with an antioxidant ‘cocktail’ failed to improve bone mineral density (BMD), bone mineral content (BMC), and bone structure in healthy males following an 88-day regime, including head-down tilt bed rest (HDBR), conclude researchers.

Women’s supplements trend towards reproductive, digestive and bone health

19-Apr-2023 By Asia Sherman

Menopause, painful sex, urinary tract infections, menstrual cramps, infertility, bloating, vaginal PH, hormonal imbalance, brittle bones – all health issues filling supplement lines increasingly focused on the female consumer and her specific needs. But...

Review: ‘No concern about excess CVD risks associated with calcium supplements’

14-Apr-2023 By Asia Sherman

A recent review published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition dispels concerns that have swirled around calcium supplementation and the increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

VITAFOODS PREVIEW

PLT to launch novel cognitive, joint, and cardiovascular health ingredients

13-Apr-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

PLT Health Solutions, Inc is launching a new "breakthrough" ingredient called Nutricog Cognitive Performance Complex at Vitafoods Europe.

Study: Vit K supplements needed to support bone health in IBD patients

03-Apr-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new study confirming that the diet of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients often lacks vitamin D and vitamin K, concludes: “While vitamin D supplementation is the rule, vitamin K shortages need proactive nutritional intervention.”

Gut-bone axis: Probiotic strain may boost bone measure in older women

29-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with a specific strain of probiotic may boost bone measures in postmenopausal women, says a new study from Korea.

Deadline extended for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards!

27-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

You still have time to enter this year’s NutraIngredients-USA Awards after we extended the deadline for entries to Monday, April 10.

Novel cucumber iminosugar supports joint function and mobility: Study

17-Mar-2023 By Asia Sherman

A novel bioactive carbohydrate and dietary supplement ingredient marketed as Q-actin improved joint function and mobility in adults with moderate joint health issues, according to a recent study.

Collagen support for the vegan market: SkinGlo meets demand

16-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

SkinGlo discusses the popularity of its new ‘Vegan Collagen Support’ supplement containing a blend of amino acids that occur naturally in animal-based collagen products.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023: What are our judges looking for?

14-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

With two weeks left until the closing date for entries for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023, we’re often asked about the judging process, so here’s what you need to know…

Bioactives for bones: study finds significant bone repair benefits in rats

06-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new study observes a significant increase in skull bone repair in rat models of critical bone defects, following the repeated daily administration of pigenin, curcumin, and resveratrol, with apigenin found to induce the most consistent results.

Don’t call it a comeback, chia’s been here for years

27-Feb-2023 By Asia Sherman

Chia became a household name in the 1980s, popularized by the fascination with fur-sprouting animal figurines, but its use as health aid dates as far back as the Aztec and Mayan empires. Today, after a slight dip in the market, chia is back on the scene...

ADM on pet supplements: ‘Everything that is visible is a concern to a pet owner’

10-Feb-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Pet ownership soared during the pandemic and pet parents became attuned to the health of their canine and feline companions. Pet supplements will soon be a billion dollar category in the US, but there remains at least one exciting white space…

A century of the sunshine vitamin part I: A look back

10-Feb-2023 By Asia Sherman

On the 100th anniversary of the discovery of vitamin D, Dr. Michael Holick – an endocrinologist who contributed to isolating its active form – revisited the evolution of the sunshine vitamin, tracing its origins to the early oceans.

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back! Submit your entries!

25-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2023 with new categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.

This Wednesday! Hear directly from the CEOs of NOW, Nouri, Pharmavite & SuperGut

23-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

From the state of the market to the impact of inflation, and from regulatory initiatives like mandatory product listing to equality and diversity in the industry, the NutraIngredients-USA’s Business Leaders Forum will dig deep into a range of industry...

Kerry’s Shilajit extract may boost collagen levels in healthy men: RCT

20-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with purified Shilajit, an Ayurvedic ingredient, may increase levels of type 1 collagen, an important structural protein for skin, bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles, says a new study.