Cognitive function

Tomorrow: Hear from the CEOs of The Vitamin Shoppe, Pharmavite, SmartyPants & NOW at the Business Leaders Forum

25-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

There’s still time to register for the NutraIngredients-USA Business Leaders Forum to hear directly from the CEOs of some of the industry’s leading companies in a wide-ranging, interactive, and FREE webinar on NutraIngredients-USA.

Special edition: Supplements for pets

NASC President: Pet supplements sales surged in 2020

21-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

As we saw on the human side, the market for pet supplements expanded in 2020 and this growth has been sustained, says Bill Bookout, president of the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC).

Rhodiola supply: Experts call for control of international wild supply, recommend more cultivation

21-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Increasing demand for Rhodiola rosea L. – which is primarily from wild sources – is straining the global supply, and controls need to be introduced to monitor the trade of wild R. rosea, according to a new review.

Kemin launches DailyZz for better sleep and daytime functioning

19-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Iowa-based Kemin Industries is targeting the sleep category with a new propriety blend branded as DailyZz that's rich in naturally occurring polyphenols.

Business Leaders Forum: Hear directly from the CEOs of The Vitamin Shoppe, Pharmavite, SmartyPants & NOW!

18-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Start 2021 with insights from CEOs of some of the industry’s leading companies in a wide-ranging, interactive, and FREE webinar on NutraIngredients-USA.

DuPont launches new probiotic to reduce stress

14-Jan-2021 By Jim Cornall

DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences has launched HOWARU Calm, a probiotic aimed at helping dietary supplement manufacturers decrease the cycle of consumer stress.

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

11-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2021 with new two categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.

Company with ‘naturals’ as part of name agrees to qualify its marketing

07-Jan-2021 By Hank Schultz

Supplement manufacturer Zarbee’s Naturals has been advised to qualify some of its claims in a National Advertising Division case that bears on the question of what is meant by the term ‘natural.’

Babies of color at highest risk of Vitamin D deficiency: Study

05-Jan-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Vitamin D deficiency isn’t colorblind, according to a new study that highlights the need for providers to pay closer attention to certain groups.

L. fermentum probiotic may boost cognitive and immune health: Mouse data

04-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of the probiotic Lactobacillus fermentum JDFM216 may boost cognitive performance and balance ability – for mice at least – says a new study from Korea.

Probiotics for immunity: Online reviews surged 26% in first half of 2020

21-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

While digestive health remains the leading health position for probiotics in the US, immune support is the second most popular positioning with online reviews growing 26% in the first half of 2020 to hit 179,000 in July, says Lumina Intelligence.

Enriched infant formula linked to fewer behavioral problems in toddlers: Study

18-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Infant formula enriched with milk fat globule membrane, omega-3 fatty acids, and synbiotics may lead to fewer behavioral problems up to 2.5 years of age, says a study from Spain.

‘Any company that is not doing personalization is going to die’: Viome founder

16-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

“Every person in the next five years is going to ask for foods that are personalized for them, and every ingredient is personalized for them,” said Naveen Jain during a recent webinar hosted by NutraIngredients-USA.

Microgel supplement manufacturer poised for breakout 2021

15-Dec-2020 By Hank Schultz

HealthyCell, a supplement company based on a proprietary delivery system, has announced a major distribution deal that will take it into the new year.

Asian herb shows mood and memory benefits for older adults: RCT

14-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with an extract of Persicaria minor may improve visual memory and negative mood in older adults with mild cognitive impairment, says a study from Malaysia.

Product Innovations

Addressing Age-Related Challenges Through Astaxanthin Supplementation

As people age, the body’s antioxidant defense system becomes weaker and more susceptible to oxidative stress. Although antioxidants can help to reduce...