Bone & joint health

What’s on NutraIngredients-USA's calendar for 2018?

04-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

From weight management to deep dives into sports nutrition, multivitamins, beauty-from-within, personalized nutrition, botanicals, omega-3s, probiotics, and more, Nutraingredients-USA’s 2018 editorial calendar of special editions spans the hottest trends...

CRN joins NPA in disputing claim supplements fail to lower fracture risk

03-Jan-2018 By Will Chu

Research findings that claim the use of calcium and vitamin D supplements have no effect on fracture risk were dismissed by two industry groups, who both reiterate the nutrients’ safety and importance.

NPA files petition for approval of skip lot ID testing

02-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

The Natural Products Association has filed a petition on behalf of member Bergstrom Nutrition asking FDA to grant reduction of identity testing frequency based on the company’s track record. If successful, the petition could lower costs in the industry,...

Guest Article

For herbs, 2017 was a very good year

20-Dec-2017 By Mark Blumenthal, founder and executive director of the American Botanical Council

The past year had been a good one for the industry, with sales rising toward $8 billion and supporting clinical evidence for the category continuing to accrue.

NattoPharma spins off pharma division to take vitamin K2 into the drug realm

20-Dec-2017 By Stephen Daniells

After building the science and market for its MenaQ7 vitamin K2 ingredient in the dietary supplement space, NattoPharma is spinning off a new pharmaceutical entity to take K2 into targeted therapeutics.

Guest article

The Year in Omega-3s

18-Dec-2017 By Adam Ismail, Executive Director, GOED

Optimism and uncertainty seemed to define the omega-3 universe in 2017, which may seem strange since these two attributes are seemingly at opposite ends of an emotional spectrum. However, when an industry has gone through the type of turbulence the omega-3...

XSTO Solutions continues US expansion of Cuvitus ingredient with sports nutrition clinical trial

05-Dec-2017 By Adi Menayang

XSTO Solutions, the US distributor of cucumber-derived muscle and joint ingredient Cuvitus, is prepping for further stateside expansion by building the science to support its benefits.

NattoPharma marks China entry with its MenaQ7 vitamin K2 product

01-Dec-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Vitamin K2 supplier NattoPharma has made a major move into the China market via a bone health supplement launched by manufacturer FishBurg.

PATENT WATCH

Abbott Labs develops ‘better bioavailability’ curcuminoid blend

30-Nov-2017 By Kacey Culliney

Abbott Laboratories has developed a curcuminoid formulation with improved oral bioavailability using phosphatides and dextrins.

Nature's Way joins wave of condition-specific turmeric products

27-Nov-2017 By Hank Schultz

Supplement manufacturer Nature’s Way has joined the trend of targeted turmeric formulas with the launch of two products, one aimed a joint health and another zeroing in on cardiovascular support.

Survey shows continued widespread confusion about magnesium

22-Nov-2017 By Hank Schultz

A recent survey conducted by a magnesium supplement manufacturer found that many consumers are aware this trace mineral is important, but few know why.

GRMA nears completion of national standards for supplier audits

13-Nov-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) is in the final stages of completing a comprehensive set of consensus-based standards for dietary supplements, OTC pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and medical devices.

‘Clinical Significance’: Dietary magnesium linked to stronger muscle and bones

09-Nov-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Higher dietary intakes of magnesium may protect against age-related skeletal muscle and bone loss, says a new analysis of data from the UK Biobank cohort.

NattoPharma builds patent portfolio for MenaQ7 ingredient

09-Nov-2017 By Hank Schultz

Vitamin K2 supplier NattoPharma ASA has announced three new process patents for its MenaQ7 ingredient in the US, Australia and Israel.

Aker invests in expensive promotion to boost overall omega-3 category

08-Nov-2017 By Hank Schultz

Claiming to be a category leader can be expensive. Aker BioMarine CEO Matts Johansen said his company accepted that challenge when it produced a pricey video highlighting the importance of testing omega-3 levels in consumers.

Ayurvedic extract shows joint mobility and comfort improvement in study

03-Nov-2017 By Hank Schultz

A new study on Natreon’s AyuFlex botanical ingredient shows decreased joint pain and increased mobility among a study population of overweight adults. It’s part of the company’s strategy to support entry into new markets with hard data on its ingredients.

Usage and confidence in supplements up, trust stays high: CRN data

20-Oct-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Seventy-six percent of US adults are using dietary supplements, an increase of 5% on 2016 values, according to results of the 2017 CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements.

Ethical Naturals takes center stage in contracting veggie glucosamine arena

17-Oct-2017 By Hank Schultz

The list of suppliers of vegetarian based glucosamine is shrinking with the news that a major supplier is withdrawing from the market.

News in brief

Valensa secures patents on hyaluronic acid/astaxanthin combinations

11-Oct-2017 By Hank Schultz

Valensa International has secured two new US patents on ingredients that go into its joint health formulas.

GOED chief on the oxidation issue, meta-analyses, and a new clinical trials database

10-Oct-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) continues to commission key studies to support the quality and efficacy of omega-3 fatty acids, with recent meta-analyses of the health benefits starting to impact policy and regulatory conversations.

Pycnogenol joint health benefits illuminated in unique trial

04-Oct-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The potential joint health benefits of Pycnogenol, an extract from French Maritime Pine bark, are linked to its ability to absorb directly into the synovial fluid, says a new study with patients with osteoarthritis.

Amarin's ITC case against omega-3s players decried as attempt to corner EPA market

19-Sep-2017 By Hank Schultz

As the concentration levels of omega-3 dietary supplement products have steadily risen, pharmaceutical manufacturer Amarin has moved to protect its competitive turf by filing a trade complaint against a number of suppliers and finished goods brands. Some...

HerbalGram Herb Market Report for 2016

Ayurvedic herbs’ rise continues as turmeric & ashwagandha post big YOY growth

11-Sep-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Turmeric/curcumin continues to be a standout performer in the herbal sector with data from the HerbalGram Herb Market Report for 2016 showing massive growth across both mass and natural retail channels.

Multivitamins, vitamin D & omega-3s most popular supplements for older Americans: Survey

08-Sep-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplement use among older Americans is high, with women twice as likely as men to use the products, says a new analysis of the 2011-2014 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).

Review: Co-supplementation of vitamins D, K may lead to stronger bones in children

08-Sep-2017 By Adi Menayang

There has been a ‘disturbing growth’ in the incidence of low-energy bone fractures in healthy children and adolescents, a group of researchers wrote in a new review, arguing that insufficiency of vitamin D, vitamin K, and calcium are among leading considerations.

‘Sample was too young,’ experts comment on recent study on calcium and bone loss

23-Aug-2017 By Adi Menayang

There were no links found between dietary calcium intake and rates of bone loss in men, according to a recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition. Experts who commented on the study independently found the study flawed.

Calcium may not help prevent bone loss in men

21-Aug-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Bone Mineral Density (BMD) and rates of bone loss showed no association with dietary calcium intake in men, according to a recent study in British Journal of Nutrition.

New rat study backs Aquamin’s benefit over traditional calcium for bone health

17-Aug-2017 By Adi Menayang

Oral ingestion of Aquamin—a form of calcium derived from calcified red marine algae—may lead to less deterioration of the trabecular bone structure, according to a team of researchers from various institutions in Ireland.

13 personalized nutrition companies on the market today

15-Aug-2017 By Adi Menayang

As more studies on human nutrition suggest 'one-size-fits-all' isn't the way of the future, more companies are springing up peddling personalized nutrition solutions. We collected 13 personalized nutrition services and products that are...

Florida-based portfolio company Wellnext acquires collagen brand NeoCell

09-Aug-2017 By Adi Menayang

Wellnext announced it is acquiring the 20-year-old company NeoCell, which specializes in collagen-based supplements for joint, bone, and muscle health.

High calcium levels linked to heart attack risk

01-Aug-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

People who are genetically prone to higher calcium levels in the bloodstream may be at higher risk of heart attack and coronary artery disease (CAD), a new study suggests.

Vitamin D pills may boost quality of life for osteoarthritis patients: Study

28-Jul-2017 By Stephen Daniells

High-dose supplementation with vitamin D2 may improve pain scores and measures of “quality of life” in people with osteoarthritis, says a new study.

ASAE honors Supplement OWL with Power of A Silver Award

27-Jul-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) has awarded the Supplement OWL (Online Wellness Library) a 2017 Power of A Silver Award.

Glucosamine supplements top seller among pet owners despite withdrawn AVMA recommendation, says Packaged Facts

26-Jul-2017 By Adi Menayang

For pets, digestive health and joint health supplements made up 13% each of all pet supplements bought in 2016, according to the latest data from Packaged Facts. Among joint health supplements, glucosamine was a regularly stocked item in the pet specialty...

Protein intake above recommended level may benefit bone health, says study

11-Jul-2017 By Adi Menayang

Though protein is popular among consumers as a nutrient for muscles, researchers at George Mason University review existing literature on its benefit for the bones and hip fracture prevention. They found that consuming more than recommended dietary allowance...

Despite push to be lean, female athletes who eat more perform better, expert says

30-Jun-2017 By Hank Schultz

Body image is huge complicating factor in advising female athletes on nutrition, an expert said during a session during a recent conference.

Daily collagen supplementation may protect against cartilage loss for joint health, rodent study suggests

26-Jun-2017 By Adi Menayang

Daily oral consumption of hydrolysed type 1 collagen may protect joints with osteoarthritis from further cartilage loss, as well as deliver anti-inflammatory properties to injured joints, according to a new mouse study.

Adequate magnesium intakes may boost bone health: Study

23-Jun-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of magnesium from the diet may slash the risk of fractures for older women, but the benefits for older men are less clear, says a new study.

IPA WORLD CONGRESS + PROBIOTA AMERICAS 2017

Prebiotic corn fiber boosts calcium absorption among adolescent girls, study finds

21-Jun-2017 By Hank Schultz

The research of Corrie Whisner, PhD, has helped solidify a new application for prebiotics—their effect on bone health.

Algatech Opens US Subsidiary, names Seguine as new US Head

16-Jun-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Israeli microalgae experts Algatech has opened Algatech Inc., a New York City-based subsidiary, and appointed industry veteran Ken Seguine to lead the new operation.

The NutraIngredients-USA Botanicals Online Conference

Botanicals: The risks and benefits, opportunities and challenges

15-Jun-2017

Botanical experts will discuss the challenges and opportunities in the botanicals category in 2017 and beyond in a FREE online conference hosted by NutraIngredients-USA.

K for kids: Low vitamin K2 levels may boost fracture risk

15-Jun-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Children with low levels of vitamin K2 are at an increased risk of fractures, and small changes in vitamin K status can have a big effects on bone health, says a new study from Poland.

Supplements' 'smart role' underlined as report reveals sorry state of Australia's preventive health spending

15-Jun-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Trade body Complementary Medicines Australia (CMA) has backed a new report into preventive health, which details how the country is lagging behind fellow OECD nations Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

Frutarom: Our focus in the USA is our branded ingredients

08-Jun-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Frutarom Health is eyeing growth in the US market, with its branded ingredients leading the way, supported by proprietary science.

KD Pharma Group invests in Nutriceutical Holdings

07-Jun-2017

Omega-3 producer KD Pharma will become the largest shareholder in Nutriceutical Holdings (NH), parent company of Physician Recommended Nutriceuticals (PRN) and Veterinarian Recommended Solutions (VRS).

Naturex emphasizes traceability for new turmeric and blueberry ingredients

06-Jun-2017 By Stephen Daniells

French botanical ingredient giant Naturex has launched two new ingredients - ThinkBlue and Turmipure – produced in compliance with its Pathfinder program, a 360° approach to traceability, transparency and trust.

Special Edition: Bone & Joint Health

Can bone health be improved through microbiota manipulation?

31-May-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

Bone mineral density could be altered by prebiotics and probiotics, according to a new review that links diet-induced obesity, the gut microbiota and bone health.

Chondroitin sulfate as good as widely used anti-inflammatory drug for knee osteoarthritis: Study

25-May-2017 By Gary Scattergood

High quality chondroitin sulfate supplementation is as good as a widely prescribed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug for the treatment of painful knee osteoarthritis, new research reveals.

Algalif making headway in US market with Icelandic astaxanthin

22-May-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The natural advantages of Iceland are helping astaxanthin player Algalif gain traction in the market, with the young company making headway in the US, says CEO Andrew Jacobson.

Bergstrom wants to take lead in setting record straight on MSM

12-May-2017 By Hank Schultz

Careful and consistent work on claims substantiation and a commitment to transparency has helped make Bergstrom a leader in the developing field of MSM,  a company executive said recently.