Cardiovascular health

‘A wake-up call to American healthcare policy makers’: Report highlights billions in potential savings from supplements

31-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplement regimens may reduce the direct and indirect medical costs associated with specific disease-associated medical conditions, but only $59 billion are currently being captured, potentially leaving $502 billion in additional savings that...

Three for three: Hofseth Biocare gets NDI nod from FDA for bioactive peptides

29-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Hofseth BioCare (HBC) has successfully achieved New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) status from the US Food and Drug Administration for its ProGo bioactive peptides, having already achieved this for its CalGo and OmeGo ingredients.

Micronutrient bar first envisioned by Dr Bruce Ames launched at retail

22-Aug-2022 By Hank Schultz

A micronutrient bar first developed by renowned researcher Dr Bruce Ames, PhD, has reached widespread commercialization via a partnership with the Kroger Co.

DHA omega-3 during pregnancy may benefit mother as well as child: RCT

22-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The benefits of DHA for the developing fetus are well-established, but a new study indicates that supplementation during pregnancy may also benefit the heart health of the mother.

Selenium plus CoQ10 may protect telomeres and reduce heart risks: Study

18-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Long-term supplementation of selenium and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may preserve telomeres length, a marker of ageing, and are associated with a reduction in cardiovascular mortality, says a new study from Scandinavia.

Schisandra plus soybean may help with blood sugar control: RCT

10-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A synergistic combination of extracts from Schisandra and soybeans may improve glucose and insulin-related parameters in people with elevated blood sugar (hyperglycemia), says a new study from Korea.

Aronia may exert heart benefits via gut microbiota modulation: Study

10-Aug-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Improvements in lipid metabolism induced by black chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa L.) may be linked to alterations in the gut microbiota, says a new study.

Study elucidates how gene sequencing is helping to untangle precise TCM effects

05-Aug-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new paper seeks to untangle some of the web of TCM effects by summarizing how by high throughput genetic sequencing techniques have been applied to elucidate the bioactives at work.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards: Meet the Ingredients of the Year!

05-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Six new “Ingredients of the Year” were announced at the recent NutraIngredients-USA Awards spanning beauty from within, cognitive function, healthy aging, prebiotic, sports nutrition, and weight management. Read on to meet the winners…

Cocoa flavanols decrease blood pressure only when elevated, researchers find

04-Aug-2022 By Will Chu

Cocoa flavanols appear to decrease blood pressure only when elevated say researchers, easing previous concerns that the nutrient can decrease blood pressure in healthy adults.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards: Meet the Products of the Year!

03-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Five new “Products of the Year” were announced at the recent NutraIngredients-USA Awards spanning botanicals, immune support, omega-3s, probiotic, and sports nutrition. Read on to meet the winners…

RDN advocates multidisciplinary approach to fueling young athletes

27-Jul-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Adolescent athletes require nutrition above and beyond the offerings of most school cafeterias. These growing and developing bodies face challenges such as limited time for meal prep and frequent travel.

Today! Winners of 2022 NutraIngredients-USA Awards announced!

13-Jul-2022 By Stephen Daniells

After all the waiting, it’s finally here. We’ll reveal the winners of this year’s NutraIngredients-USA Awards at 11am Central US time. Here’s what you need to know:

Paper validates approach GOED took in developing ‘first of its kind’ omega-3s research database

11-Jul-2022 By Hank Schultz

Industry group GOED has published a paper validated a new database of omega-3 research, which is a first of its kind.

2 days to go: Countdown is on for the 2022 NutraIngredients-USA Awards

08-Jul-2022 By Stephen Daniells

On July 13, the winners of the 2022 NutraIngredients-USA Awards will be revealed during a live broadcast. Read why our finalists are excited…

NutraCast: Nuritas Peptide Finder accelerates discovery process

01-Jul-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Health tech startup Nuritas has built an extensive peptide knowledge base using its proprietary AI and genomics platform Nπϕ (Nuritas Peptide Finder). The platform analyzes billions of untapped peptides in plants and natural food sources to predict and...

Don’t miss the 2022 NutraIngredients-USA Awards: ‘The industry’s most coveted awards’

29-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 2022 NutraIngredients-USA Awards will be revealed during a live broadcast on July 13. Our finalists excited to hear the results. You should be, too!

‘Insightful and comprehensive’: Grapefruit flavanones’ heart health benefits linked to gene expression changes

24-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Flavanones from grapefruit may modulate the expression of genes linked to better vascular function, says a new study with postmenopausal women that shines a light on potential mechanisms of action.

USPSTF’s multivitamin report: ‘Akin to studying a hammer and concluding it is unsuitable for turning a screw’

23-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The dietary supplements industry has reacted to a recent report from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force that dismissed the potential benefits of multivitamins for the prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Balchem agrees to acquire vitamin K2 player Kappa Bioscience

14-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

New York-based Balchem Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Norwegian Vitamin K2 supplier Kappa Bioscience AS for approximately US$340 million.

Trial extends study of chitin‐glucan benefits to subjects at cardiometabolic risk

03-Jun-2022 By Asia Sherman

Chitin-glucan, an insoluble dietary fiber extracted from the cell walls of fungi, may benefit subjects at cardiometabolic risk, according to a recent study published in Nature.

GC Rieber VivoMega reveals $75m expansion plans

23-May-2022 By Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

GC Rieber VivoMega, which supplies omega-3 concentrates globally, has announced plans to build a new facility in Norway as part of a $75 million five-year investment strategy.

Scientists develop implantable sensor that shows blood oxygen levels

12-May-2022 By Danielle Masterson

An implantable blood oxygen sensing system can be programmed to degrade with a set time without losing its functionality, experts said.

BAPP publishes Ginkgo Leaf Extract lab guidance document

11-May-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A new publication from the ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) will help marketers of ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) leaf extracts products find the best analytical methods to verify this botanical.

Strawberry powder supplementation may slash cholesterol levels: RCT

06-May-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Four weeks of supplementation with a freeze-dried strawberry powder may slash LDL cholesterol levels by almost 5%, according to a new randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blinded crossover trial.

Nature’s Sunshine joins Usana among firms relying on sales in Asia

06-May-2022 By Hank Schultz

Multilevel marketing organization Nature’s Sunshine managed to post a significant revenue increase in its first quarter earnings statement, despite supply chain challenges that caused out of stock situations and an overall net loss.

Omega-3 supplier announces another major expansion to keep up with demand

03-May-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The new facility will enable GC Rieber VivoMega to double its output.

Mars partners with AI firm on ingredient discovery project

03-May-2022 By Hank Schultz

Food giant Mars Inc. has teamed with an artificial intelligence firm PIPA to speed the discovery of new plant-based ingredients for the human and animal food and dietary supplement markets.

Olive plus pomegranate extracts may improve blood lipids levels: RCT

02-May-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a combination of hydroxytyrosol from olives and punicalagin from pomegranates may reduce LDL-cholesterol levels in adults, says a new study.

Low vitamin K linked to cognitive impairment in elderly cohort

29-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new study has linked low Vitamin K status to cognitive impairment among subjects housed in elder care facilities.

Federal program may suspend exports of fish oil supplements, GOED warns

27-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

A fast developing regulatory issue has the potential to throw a wrench into the works of the fish oil supplement trade, a trade group has revealed.

Amarin makes bid to force fish oil supplements firm to drop claims

26-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

Amarin Pharma Inc., manufacturer of omega-3 drug Vascepa, was only partially successful in getting a fish oil supplements company to drop some claims in an advertising challenge.

ChromaDex Sr VP: ‘We’re happy for our external research program to serve as a model for industry’

25-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

As the ChromaDex External Research Program passes a significant milestone with 250 material transfer agreements (MTAs), are there lessons for the rest of the industry to learn about building out R&D programs?

Herbal blend may help manage menopause symptoms: RCT

18-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of four different herbal extracts may significantly reduce hot flashes and sweating, improve sleep, and boost mood in post-menopausal women, says a new study.

War of words erupts over IP cited in new vitamin K2 launch

11-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

The launch of a new vitamin K2 has inflamed a war of words over IP ownership, with each side claiming the high ground in the debate.

NutraCast: GOED’s new Clinical Study Database for omega-3s

08-Apr-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The comprehensive, searchable database was years in the making.

Almost 80% of endurance athletes use supplements: Survey

08-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplement use is very high among endurance athletes, with older athletes using the products, says a new study that suggests opportunity to develop age-specific products for this population.

2022 NutraIngredients-USA Awards: Last call for entries!

06-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The extended deadline to submit entries for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards is fast approaching – submit your entries now for your chance to join our Hall of Fame!

Omega-3s found to protect against heart failure hospitalization among Type 2 diabetics

05-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

Researchers mining data from a previous study have found that omega-3 supplementation cut the rate of hospitalization for heart failure among patients diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. This effect was heightened for Black subjects, the authors said.

Study: Cranberry improves blood vessel function

30-Mar-2022 By Asia Sherman

A cup of cranberries a day might help to keep the doctor away—by producing certain metabolites that reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Nexira boosts acacia capacity as demand for fiber grows

25-Mar-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Leading acacia fiber producer Nexira has increased capacity at its plant in France by over 20% in response to rising demand for the ingredient that was recently granted dietary fiber status by the US FDA.

Naturopathic foundation, Standard Process team up for interventional trial

22-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

A natural medicine foundation and the supplement manufacturer Standard Process have teamed up to validate how dietary supplements in concert with lifestyle changes can improve health, with the ultimate goal to publish the results in a peer reviewed journal.

Latest surveys show promising sustainability picture for major marine omega-3s sources

22-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

The latest information from the major supplies of marine sourced omega-3s shows these resources continued to be managed in a sustainable manner, despite lingering concerns over how climate change might ultimately affect these fisheries.

Study supports safety & efficacy of NuSeed’s canola-derived omega-3 oil

22-Mar-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The safety and efficacy of NuSeed’s transgenic long-chain omega-3-rich canola oil are supported by data from a newly published randomized, placebo-controlled, seamless phase I/II study.

FTC adds to repeat offender’s rap sheet with disease claims consent decree

21-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

The Federal Trade Commission has permanently banned two Texas firms from making diabetes and pain relief claims on the dietary supplements that they market. Kramer Duhon, the firms’ principal, has a long history of fines and enforcement actions against...

‘Just like the COVID-19 ART test’: Thai professor develops new kit for testing gut microbiome

21-Mar-2022 By Tingmin Koe

A Thai researcher has developed a test kit for measuring the gut microbiome bacteria which works in the same way as the now widely used antigen rapid test (ART) for detecting COVID-19.

Risk of high blood pressure reduced by eating a mix of proteins, study finds

18-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

Eating a balanced diet with a range of proteins from different sources rather than from a single source could help prevent high blood pressure developing, a study has found.

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

24-Feb-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With five weeks left until the closing date for entries for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2022, we’re often asked about the judging process, so here’s what you need to know…