Eye health

NEWS IN BRIEF

Nutrex Hawaii gets USP certification on astaxanthin supplement

06-Aug-2018 By Hank Schultz

Nutrex Hawaii, the finished goods brand of algae supplier Cyanotech, says its astaxanthin product has received the USP Verified certification.

Phytonutrient boom? Extraction tech and science-backed NPD will help, says Frost & Sullivan

26-Jul-2018 By Kacey Culliney

There are significant opportunities in global phytonutrients to develop superior variants and innovative delivery formats through extraction technology advances, according to a report from Frost & Sullivan.

Evidence builds on macular carotenoids' potential in protecting eyes against 'blue light' damage

19-Jul-2018 By Adi Menayang

A new study backed by ingredient supplier OmniActive Health Technologies elucidated further the mechanism in which macular carotenoids may protect eyes from blue light damage.

Beverages based on Gac fruit tout beauty, vision benefits

03-Jul-2018 By Hank Schultz

A new beverage line with a unique beauty-from-within and vision support positioning has launched based on a little-employed superfruit: The Gac fruit from southeast Asia.

Notes from Nutrition 2018 in Boston

Not just seeing: More research sheds light on carotenoids’ benefits for hearing

14-Jun-2018 By Adi Menayang

The benefits of carotenoids for vision is widely accepted and understood, but researchers are proposing that the same mechanism also leads to benefits for hearing.

WATCH: Astaxanthin — why consumers should love the 'Tinder of free radical scavengers'

05-Jun-2018 By Gary Scattergood

From its sports nutrition opportunities in Australia, its eye care benefits for the China market, and its healthy ageing potential across the region, astaxanthin products have the scope for significant business growth in Asia Pacific, according to one...

Oral omega-3 intake may lower eye disease risk in healthy young adults: Australian study

31-May-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Oral omega-3 supplementation can significantly lower the risk of eye disease in young adults with normal blood pressure, say researchers in Australia.

Special edition: Nootropics

Nootropics industry has a largely untapped opportunity in eSports

17-May-2018 By Mary Ellen Shoup

Consumer needs of the competitive online gaming community have evolved beyond chugging caffeine-laden energy drinks and towards more sophisticated functional formulations of nootropics—dietary supplements that claim to improve mental acuity, vision, and...

Zenwise Health founder: ‘E-commerce lets us be nimble’

10-May-2018 By Adi Menayang

The Florida-headquartered supplement brand Zenwise Health has had triple-digit growth in revenue year-over-year continuously since it started in 2014. Founder AJ Patel attributed this to the nimbleness of being an online-only brand.

OmniActive says it’s ‘well positioned’ to take advantage of growing US interest in herbs and botanicals

07-May-2018 By Mary Ellen Shoup

Since its acquisition of natural extract supplier Indfrag for $35 million last year, OmniActive Health Technologies is solidifying its presence in the US specialty botanicals and extracts market with a focus on healthy aging and healthy living.

Dr Low Dog: Nutrient testing is a key missing part of Western medical training

02-May-2018 By Stephen Daniells

The often-quoted message that "everyone gets everything they need by eating a healthy diet" is clearly not true, says Tieraona Low Dog, MD, but testing for micronutrient deficiencies / status in primary care remains very limited.

Twinlab / Reserveage launch new products for sleep, heart health, and for her

25-Apr-2018 By Stephen Daniells

The company used the recent Expo West show in Anaheim to discuss a raft of new products developed by collaborating with some big name experts.

GOED says results of null trial on omega-3s’ effects on dry eye have been overstated

17-Apr-2018 By Hank Schultz

A recent NIH-funded study has clouded the issue of whether omega-3s can ameliorate the symptoms of dry eye disease.

Study links lutein levels to higher IQ

30-Mar-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Superior macula pigment optical density (MPOD) – a measure of lutein levels in the eye and brain – is associated with higher IQ levels, says a new study.

HI SOUTH EAST ASIA 2018

Eyeing better vision: Concerns over ocular health creating business opportunities in APAC

29-Mar-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Eye health is now the greatest health concern in the Asia Pacific region, according to a survey by global market and consumer intelligence firm Ipsos.

Omega-3s: Consumer awareness is high and positive, but they need a reason to buy supplements

01-Mar-2018 By Stephen Daniells

While consumer awareness of the benefits of omega-3s is high and positive, consumer usage of dietary supplements is low, according to new data from focus groups funded by GOED.

Research piles up supporting role of omega-3s in eye health, expert says

26-Feb-2018 By Hank Schultz

Among dietary ingredients, carotenoids are the most visible players in eye health. But omega-3s play a key role as well, said a federally funded researcher who specializes in the topic.

Cardax's synthetic astaxanthin supplement ZanthoSyn expands to China

19-Feb-2018 By Adi Menayang

Astanxanthin specialist Cardax announced over the weekend that it has inked a deal to distribute its finished product ZanthoSyn in China.

View from the Editor's Chair

Where’s the innovation in dietary supplements? Part 2: From delivery to personalization

15-Feb-2018 By Stephen Daniells

In part 2 of my two part series on innovation, I will look at innovation in delivery techniques and the rise of customization and personalization in dietary supplements.

View from the Editor's Chair

Where’s the innovation in dietary supplements? Part 1: From supply chain to new science

15-Feb-2018 By Stephen Daniells

A couple of years ago the CEOs of some of the industry’s specialist retailers were lamenting what they saw as a lack of innovation in dietary supplements, but there is much to be excited about in dietary supplements and innovation is everywhere.

GOED’s Ismail: Critics cannot dismiss the totality of evidence for omega-3s with a single trial

14-Feb-2018 By Stephen Daniells

The next few years could be a turbulent time for the omega-3 industry with results from several very large randomized control trials due to be published, but regardless of the results the totality of the evidence still supports significant benefits from...

Ismail implores omega-3 industry to show leadership in supporting science, consumer research

12-Feb-2018 By Hank Schultz

In his final address to the omega-3 sector as a whole, outgoing GOED executive director Adam Ismail said the industry has unlimited potential, which it can reach only if it bands together to control its message and support the ingredients’ health benefits...

Legacy citrus bioflavonoids maker to take ingredients in new, condition specific direction

07-Feb-2018 By Hank Schultz

Ingredients by Nature has rebranded its citrus bioflavonoids in preparation for emerging science that will support new condition specific applications, a company executive said.

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...

November new product launches: Probiotic for babies, herbal remedies for women

27-Nov-2017 By Adi Menayang

Several new probiotic innovations were among the finished products launched this month—a new line for babies by Culturelle and a collection of probiotic shots by SOFAR Americas, for example. There were also two new products for women’s health, and a supplement...

Lutein is ready for a DRI, according to latest review of scientific literature

21-Nov-2017 By Adi Menayang

Studies on the carotenoid lutein has enough scientific evidence for it to have its own established dietary reference intake (DRI), according to the latest analysis published last week in the European Journal of Nutrition.

AlgaeHealth adds non GMO status to list of astaxanthin certifications

02-Nov-2017 By Hank Schultz

Algae Health Sciences, Inc. has announced it has joined the ranks of astaxanthin suppliers that have achieved Non GMO Project Verified status on its ingredients.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Frost & Sullivan awards OmniActive Health Technologies for eye health carotenoid ingredient

25-Oct-2017

Business consulting firm Frost & Sullivan awarded ingredient manufacturer OmniActive Health technologies with a 2017 North American Product Leadership Award for its Lutemax 2020 ingredient.

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).

Lutein-rich avocados may support eye health, boost memory & attention

30-Aug-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming avocados may boost sustained attention, working memory, and problem solving in healthy people, says a new study.

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...

Experts dispute claim that innovation is lacking in sports nutrition

11-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

In the view of experts, the sports nutrition category continues to be a source of innovation, despite the view to the contrary relayed by the CEO of Vitamin Shoppe in a recent earnings call.

Warnings about safety of supplements in eye health review called 'gratuitous' by experts

08-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

A recent Cochrane Review article that looked at the effects of antioxidant supplements on AMD contained some warning statements about the safety of the products that dumbfounded experts in the field.

Cochrane review that belittled carotenoids' role in slowing AMD didn't value AREDS II result highly enough, researchers say

03-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

An article published last week in Cochrane Reviews that concludes lutein and zeaxanthin have little effect on the progression of AMD drew a strong reaction from researchers and suppliers in the field.

Vitamin Angels gets repeat four-star rating from Charity Navigator

03-Aug-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Vitamin Angels has again placed in the top five percent of charities with another four-star rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s premier charity evaluator.

Carotenoids researchers rail against wording of Kemin press release

01-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

A press release highlighting a study that was presented at a recent meeting of the International Carotenoids Society has caused a deep rift between researchers and a prominent carotenoids supplier.

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.

Cyanotech matches competitor in achieving halal certification

26-Jul-2017 By Hank Schultz

Cyanotech Corporation continues to move forward with the development of its astaxanthin production with the announcement of halal certification, even as the company has been beset with the aftereffects of a management changeover.

Study finds macular carotenoids beneficial in ameliorating effects of blue light exposure

11-Jul-2017 By Hank Schultz

A recent study using OmniActive’s Lutemax 2020 ingredient showed marked beneficial effects in helping to ameliorate the effects of long term blue light exposure.

Bilberry extract may bring tears to your eyes

05-Jul-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Mirtoselect, a natural standardised form of bilberry extract, improves tear flow in people with dry eyes, according to a recent study published in European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences.

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.

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.

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).

Test approved that can determine best eye health supplements for individual patients

01-Jun-2017 By Hank Schultz

A new test has been approved for Medicare reimbursement that will determine which age-related macular degeneration patients will benefit from eye supplements. But some experts contest the implication that there is a ‘risk’ associated with such supplementation.

Cutting deep into product line helped Twinlab achieve profitability milestone

26-May-2017 By Hank Schultz

One year after taking the helm at Twinlab Consolidation Corporation, CEO Naomi Whittel said the company has been profitable for at least two quarters, which is like summiting Everest given the company’s recent financial history.

Quantum Health: 'We feel like we could grow our business with no marketing, just off the quality of our products'

01-May-2017 By Stephen Daniells

With consumers increasingly seeking out natural solutions to immune health, Quantum Health’s focus on quality is helping to drive double digit growth across its portfolio.

OmniActive self-affirms GRAS status of OmniXan-RS

28-Apr-2017

An external expert panel has affirmed the GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status of OmniActive’s OmniXan-RS zeaxanthin ingredient.

Lutein & zeaxanthin isomers may reduce stress: RCT data

28-Apr-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with the macular carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin isomers may reduce psychological stress and improve measures of emotional health, say new results from the LAMA II study. 

Fish oil molecule ups brain and eye cell survival odds from stroke

24-Apr-2017 By Will Chu

A molecule made from omega-3 fish oil could help damaged brain and retina cells survive in the event of a stroke or other neurodegenerative and eye-blinding disorders, a study has shown.