Immune support

Hemp compounds block COVID-19, study finds

18-Jan-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers found that a pair of cannabinoid acids bind to the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, preventing a critical step in the process the virus uses to infect people.

Green tea daily wards off influenza and other respiratory viruses, say researchers

18-Jan-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Results from a review and meta-analysis on the effects tea catechins on influenza and other upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) reveals “significant preventative effects.”

Optimizing the immune system with vitamin D

17-Jan-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The sunshine vitamin reigns supreme as more studies suggest D is essential to immune health.

NutriLeads builds science and market for innovative upcycled immune ingredient

17-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With data from a “pivotal” double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial just published and the first consumer product set to launch “in the coming weeks”, Netherlands-based NutriLeads is eying a strong 2022 in the US market for its carrot-derived...

Immune support plus: Expect formulations to broaden their benefit profiles, says ADM

14-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The future of the immune support category will include other benefits like sleep, stress management, and metabolic health anchored to the core immunity ingredients, according to experts from ingredients giant ADM.

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

12-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2022 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.

New probiotic seeks to capitalize on growing awareness of gut-lung axis

10-Jan-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new probiotic has hit the market with an unusual claim to boost lung health. The product arose out of work at a university in Alabama and represents a growing trend.

Probiotic may boost immune response to COVID-19 vaccine in the elderly

10-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Probiotic supplementation may enhance the immune response to COVID-19 vaccines in elderly nursing home residents, says a new study from Europe.

Hear directly from the CEOs of The Vitamin Shoppe, NOW & Pharmavite

06-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA’s Business Leaders Forum is back, so sign up for FREE to get insights from CEOs from some of the industry’s leading companies.

News in brief

Conagen develops kaempferol fermentation production

06-Jan-2022

Massachusetts-based Conagen has announced the development of kaempferol via fermentation for use in nutrition, beauty, and personal care products.

NIU’s predictions: The categories, ingredients, & industry issues to watch in 2022

05-Jan-2022 By By Stephen Daniells and Hank Schultz

The year is new, and a lot of people are getting out their crystal balls. NutraIngredients-USA is no exception, and here are our issues and topics to watch in the dietary supplements space in 2022.

Nutrishop debuts immune-support multivitamin while expanding gym locations

21-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

Franchise sports nutrition retailer Nutrishop has announced a new immune health offering while it also makes progress on its store-within-a-gym concept.

Krill oil-based delivery system improves absorption and benefits of ginger extract

21-Dec-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The oral availability of ginger extracts may be boosted by using a krill oil-based self-emulsifying drug delivery system (SEDDS), says a new study from Japan.

Carrot-derived immune ingredient exhibits prebiotic potential: Study

17-Dec-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Pectin-derived rhamnogalacturonan-I (RG-I) polysaccharides from carrot may beneficially modulated the human gut microbiota and offer prebiotic potential, says a new study.

The Business Leaders Forum is back! Join us in January for insights from the top

16-Dec-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Start 2022 with insights from CEOs from some of the industry’s leading companies in a wide-ranging, interactive, and FREE webinar on NutraIngredients-USA.

Super Bowl winner headlines program at Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022

14-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022 returns in February as an in-person event. Located in sunny San Diego, the meeting will feature cutting-edge content from subject matter experts that will help companies succeed in this market sector that...

4 million kgs per year: Comet Bio announces investment in sustainable Danish manufacturing facility

10-Dec-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Comet Bio – a startup developing prebiotics, functional fibers and sweeteners from upcycled ingredients – has announced an investment with RE Energy to build a dedicated manufacturing facility in Denmark to supply Comet Bio's Arrabina prebiotic fiber.

Supplements now a health category of its own, according to analysis of searches on health websites

07-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

A recent survey by a native advertising firm shows that dietary supplements as a category has broken into the top health topic searches in 2021.

December Launch Pad: Mushrooms meet the moment

02-Dec-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Step aside mistletoe and poinsettias. This December it's time to deck the halls with flocks of fungi.

Florida supplement company joins forces with prominent biohacker for enzyme supplement

30-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

A Florida-based supplement company is the latest to take the influencer marketing road by inking a deal with a prominent diet personality for a new branded supplement based on a specific enzyme.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Beth Lambert CEO, Herbalist & Alchemist

24-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Prior to her professional reinvention, Elizabeth Lambert had a successful career making money for high profile clients.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Rhonda Hoffman, Chief Marketing Officer, Pharmavite

17-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

In 2019, Rhonda Hoffman was named Chief Marketing Officer at Pharmavite—a wellness company with a mission.

NZMP, Sun Genomics team up for precision probiotics

16-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The duo will undertake consumer studies to better understand the various health benefits of probiotics.

Canadian firm cracks code for viable immune health ingredient from egg yolks

16-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

A Canadian company has harnessed natural proteins found in egg yolks to bring new immune support supplements to market, all based on an improved extraction technology.

PanTheryx introduces new bovine colostrum

15-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

A recent study demonstrated ColostrumOne Extra Strength increased bioactivity for immune and digestive health.

NutraCast: VMS trend analysis with market intelligence firm Skai

12-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

How are supplement brands capitalizing, what trends are resonating with consumers, and what is the outlook for the holidays and beyond? Chase Hochman, Director of Solutions Engineering & Market Intelligence at Skai, said one key trend that stands...

Unigen debuts two new botanical ingredients at SupplySide West

11-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

There are plenty of products out there that claim to boost your immune system, help you sleep better or be more focused. But those claims mean little if they have no scientific substantiation. Unigen is a company that says proven health benefits are what...

Thryve rebrands to Ombre, raises $3 million seed funding

11-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Previously known as Thryve, Ombre provides at-home microbiome tests, probiotic subscriptions, lifestyle, and diet recommendations.

Sports & Active Nutrition Summit to focus on CBD, esports, personalized nutrition and more

11-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit returns in 2022 as a in person event. This unique opportunity will bring scientists, formulators, consultants and regulatory experts together in a venue overlooking Mission Bay in San Diego.

FDA takes Quicksilver Scientific to task over alleged disease claims in blog posts

10-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

A warning letter sent to prominent firm Quicksilver Scientific points to how narrow the margin between acceptable language and an alleged disease claim can be, one legal expert says.

Probiotics for ear infections? Researchers demonstrate microbiota linked to ear health

09-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Ear infections are typically treated with antibiotics, which could compromise the gut microbiome and reduce the ability of immune cells to kill bacteria. Now, fresh research indicates there could be a promising new approach to this relatively common childhood...

AnimalBiome debuts new products at SupplySide West

08-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

In recent years, the animal microbiome has become a growing area of research. Microbiomes strongly influence the health of domestic and non-domestic animals. The new advanced technologies offer a cost-effective option to investigate the microbiome's...

Pandemic-induced demand created field of dreams for adulterators, Blumenthal warns

08-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

The demand spike caused by the global pandemic has been a bonanza for the botanical supplements industry. But ABC chief Mark Blumenthal says it has been the biggest threat of adulteration during his time in the industry, too.

Meta-analyses: Higher vitamin D levels linked to lower COVID-19 rates

04-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Overwhelming evidence suggests a link between higher vitamin D levels and lower incidence and severity of COVID-19.

IPA Chief talks ongoing growth for probiotics and the online explosion

04-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

“Growth for probiotics this past year on Amazon was 50%, and it’s pointing still north,” George Paraskevakos, Executive Director of the International Probiotics Association (IPA), tells NutraIngredients-USA.

‘This is just the tip of the iceberg for ginger’: OmniActive VP

03-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

With established science for nausea and digestive and emerging data supporting a potential impact on the gut microbiota (and therefore immunity), the market opportunity for ginger ingredients continues to grow.

Could elderberry boom carry within it seeds of bust?

01-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

The unprecedented growth of elderberry demand carries with it a potential poison pill if dilution produces enough ineffective products that consumer confidence is lost, one supplier maintains.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Resilience and immune health at core of IADSA media resource

27-Oct-2021 By Will Chu

The International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations (IASDA) has made available a new resource that places immune health at the centre of promoting resilience.

CRN survey: 80% of Americans are now using dietary supplements

22-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Americans have turned to dietary supplements in record numbers over the past two years, with the numbers of users hitting new highs, and confidence in the effectiveness, safety and quality remaining impressively high, according to CRN’s 2021 Consumer...

NutraWomen Wednesday: Susan Hewlings, PhD, RD, Director of Scientific Affairs, Nutrasource

13-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Susan Hewlings, PhD, RD, has over 20 years of experience in nutrition, sports nutrition, and scientific consulting for the dietary supplement and medical industries. She is currently the director of Scientific Affairs at Nutrasource, and the author of...

Quicksilver Scientific unveils Apricō line

12-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

From the creators of Quicksilver Scientific, the Apricō line features cutting-edge nanoemulsion technology in several formats.

FDA warns Arizona firm over numerous alleged disease claims

06-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

An Arizona supplement marketer has been warned by FDA over claims relating to blood sugar management, stress relief, immunity and more.

True Grace launches supplements rooted in regenerative agriculture

04-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

With rising carbon dioxide levels making food less nutritious by stripping crops of essential vitamins, the new brand is hoping to make people —and earth—healthier.

NutriLeads launches upcycled carrot-derived ingredient for immune support

04-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Dutch health ingredients company, NutriLeads, has officially launched its immune health ingredient derived from upcycled carrot pomace for use in supplements and functional food & beverages.

Cargill: 64% of US consumers find immune health more important than ever, interest expected to rise

30-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Interest and demand for products that support the immune system increased since the pandemic began and according to a new survey, the dialogue has ushered in consumer knowledge of the strong interrelationship between digestive and immune function.

Consumers commonly confused by probiotics, survey finds

23-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Now that fall has officially arrived, immune health is front and center, with 75% of consumers saying they’re relying on some type of supplement. So where do probiotics stand? Danone conducted a survey recently to find out.

Study: Klebsiella overgrowth linked to early brain injury in extreme premature infants

20-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Shifts are likely to occur in premature babies, whose immune system and microbiome have not been able to develop fully. These shifts may result in negative effects on the brain.

HealthyCell gets $1.5 cash injection amid rapid growth

20-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The company attributes success to its unique, pill-free delivery system.

AHPA’s annual congress flies an immunity flag, reflecting unusual times

16-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

The American Herbal Products Association has announced a focus on immunity for its annual Congress event that traditionally is scheduled to follow on the Supply Side West trade show in Las Vegas.

Elderberry supplement sales skyrocketed to $320 million in 2020: ABC report

15-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Sales of herbal supplements in the US grew by a record-breaking 17.3% in 2020, with elderberry supplements surging to almost $320 million in the combined mainstream and natural channels.