Gut/digestive health

Systematic review supports benefits of probiotics for prediabetic individuals

03-Nov-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new systematic review has found that probiotics can improve a number of markers of metabolic health in prediabetic subjects.

L. plantarum probiotic may offer memory benefits for older people: RCT

03-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum OLL2712 may improve different memory scores in older people with declining memory, says a new study from Japan.

RCT supports gut microbiome impacts of Seed’s Pediatric Synbiotic PDS-08

02-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of a pediatric synbiotic supplement may improve the number of spontaneous weekly bowel movements in children with intermittent constipation, says data from a new randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.

Synbiotic Health expands R&D & commercial capabilities with new facility

02-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Nebraska-based Synbiotic Health has acquired a 43,000 sq.ft facility in Madison, WI which will be dedicated to the development and commercialization of advanced probiotic ingredients for improved health.

Bacillus subtilis strain shows efficacy to alleviate gas-related GI symptoms

28-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Six weeks of supplementation with a specific probiotic strain of Bacillus subtilis may improve bloating, burping, and flatulence in healthy adults, says a new study.

Scientists detect suicidal ideation via saliva bacteria

27-Oct-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The research underscores the power of the oral-gut-brain axis, something the researchers tell us could help inform the development of a probiotic strain for mental health.

Brightseed to debut dietary fiber with bioactives for gut health in protein crisp

26-Oct-2022 By Asia Sherman

Biotech company Brightseed has launched Brightseed Bio 01 – a novel bioactive-enriched, A.I.-powered dietary fiber sourced from hemp hulls that promotes gut health in food and beverage applications.

Scientists construct complex, complete prototype for the microbiome

25-Oct-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers figured out a way to build a synthetic microbiome that housed 100+ human gut strains to form a stable and resilient community – an accomplishment that is helping them learn more about the connections between the microbiome and human health.

SHIME study supports gut health potential of lemon flavanoids in prediabetic patients

21-Oct-2022 By Asia Sherman

Ingredients by Nature’s Eriomin lemon flavonoid ingredient may have a significant effect in managing prediabetes, according to a recent experiment by Brazilian researchers using the Simulator of Human Intestinal Microbial Ecosystem (SHIME).

Viome raises $67M series C financing

20-Oct-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Then fresh funds will help the personalization company further develop and expand its suite of consumer and advanced early-detection diagnostic tests.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Paula Simpson, Nutribloom Consulting

19-Oct-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Paula Simpson is a nutritional scientist, herbalist and product development expert in the beauty wellness and healthy aging channel. As the Innovation, Product Development & Branding Consultant at Nutribloom Consulting, she is also a sought-after...

Novozymes OneHealth launches in the US with suite of ingredients

19-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Denmark’s Novozymes is bringing its human health growth platform Novozymes OneHealth to the US market, offering a range of clinically supported ingredients developed in response to “profound health challenges related to modern lifestyles”.

Salmon-derived bioactive peptides may support gut health: Study

18-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Researchers from Stanford University and Hofseth BioCare report that the bioactive peptides contained in salmon-derived ProGo may help restore a healthy balance within the gut immune system.

AnimalBiome releases its 2022 State of the Gut Report

17-Oct-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The biotech company recently unleashed its State of the Gut Report, an annual summary aimed at increasing awareness of the crucial role the gut microbiome plays in the overall health of pets.

Nouri launches Prenatal Health Probiotic at Target

12-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Microbiome health company Nouri has launched a new prenatal probiotic supplement to support the maternal microbiome.

Immune support still top of mind for functional beverage consumers, report finds

10-Oct-2022 By Hank Schultz

Immune health continues to be a primary concern for consumers of functional beverages, according to a new report from Irish ingredient supplier Kerry. The study also found that consumers are increasingly blurring the distinction between the benefits...

‘The winds are changing’: Flow cytometry proponents talk up probiotic enumeration technology

10-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Consumers are increasingly aware of CFU on probiotic labels, but we may see more products using AFUs, a measure obtained using flow cytometry that is a fast, more accurate, and potentially cost-effective to traditional plate counts.

IMCD strengthens US presence with expanded nutraceuticals team

07-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Specialty ingredients distributor IMCD has expanded its presence in the US market with a new team of technical account managers for nutraceuticals. “We’re just getting started here,” its National Sales Manager tells NutraIngredients-USA.

Nebraska team pioneers fast, reliable microbiome modeling

06-Oct-2022 By Hank Schultz

A team at the Nebraska Food for Health Center has developed an automated system to test new ingredients that holds great promise for quickly validating their prebiotic potential.

Hofseth Biocare sees stars starting to align for upcycled ingredients

06-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With a full suite a successful New Dietary Ingredient Notifications (NDINs) and steady stream of peer-reviewed publications substantiating its claims, Hofseth Biocare (HBC) is feeling bullish about its portfolio of upcycled ingredients.

Review finds strong support for effectiveness of postbiotics

05-Oct-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new review has found strong evidence for the efficacy of postbiotics, especially for use in the developing world where gastrointestinal complaints often have deadly outcomes.

Prebiotic potential of high tannin sorghum strains quantified in study

03-Oct-2022 By Hank Schultz

The prebiotic potential of polyphenols found in certain strains of sorghum has been identified and quantified in a new study out of the University of Nebraska.

Energy beverage developed for consumers with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

03-Oct-2022 By Flora Southey

Consumers with Irritable Bowel Syndrome are the target market for UK start-up Fodilicious, which has developed a line of low-FODMAP energy drinks.

September Launch Pad

29-Sep-2022 By Danielle Masterson

From gut-brain axis to heart health to hydration, there's a new product suited for a variety of lifestyles this fall.

Study finds Taiyo’s Sunfiber cuts number of days with cold symptoms in healthy cohort

27-Sep-2022 By Hank Schultz

A study using a branded form of partially hydrolyzed guar gum has shown that it can help suppress common cold symptoms. The study used Taiyo’s Sunfiber ingredient.

Lallemand gets Health Canada approval for infant probiotic strains

26-Sep-2022 By Danielle Masterson

This is the first time that Health Canada has recognized probiotics can balance formula-fed baby’s microflora similar to breastfed infants.

Study teases out specific gut health benefits of barley arabinoxylan, beta glucan

21-Sep-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found improvement in gut health parameters linked with the arabinoxylan fraction of barley. The research also charted the benefits offered by the grain’s beta glucan content.

Ombre moving microbiome home tests and probiotic supplements into retail

19-Sep-2022 By Asia Sherman

Personalized nutrition company Ombre is retail ready, preparing to launch its microbiome home test kit and targeted probiotic supplements to a wider market at Natural Products Expo East later this month.

Study: CBD has therapeutic potential for managing menopause

15-Sep-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The data offers preclinical evidence supporting further investigation of CBD as an option for post menopausal symptoms.

‘Total microbiome company’ is bringing microbiome innovation to the masses

08-Sep-2022 By Danielle Masterson

BIOHM has unveiled a number of services for gut health companies and developers looking to advance their offerings.

Whey protein helps cut sarcopenia in group of IBD sufferers

02-Sep-2022 By Hank Schultz

Whey protein plus exercise had a significant effect on sarcopenia measures in subjects suffering from inflammatory bowel disease.

‘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...

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