Weight management

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.

Survey reveals what millennial women want in wellness

10-Jan-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Millennials have surpassed baby boomers as the nation’s largest living adult generation, according to population estimates from the United States Census Bureau. And as the fastest growing demographic in the US, millennials are wielding a lot of purchasing...

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.

INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVES

Exploring the role of spore-forming bacteria as probiotics

23-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

With increasing consumer demand for healthy and functional foods and beverages, probiotics offer a path for producers to differentiate products and meet the needs of customers.

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...

New duckweed protein firm signs development deal

13-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

Canadian company Pontus Protein has announced milestones on its path to commercialize a water lentil-derived ingredient as well as the ‘vertical aquaponics’ platform in which it will be grown.

Time restricted eating over year-long study helped subjects cut fat, but they lost muscle, too

08-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

A long term study has shown that a time-restricted eating protocol helped strength-training participants lose weight and quell inflammation. But they lost muscle as well as fat, primarily because their testosterone levels were depressed.

Turmeric extracts may help with weight loss, inflammatory profiles, & mental health: Study

08-Dec-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Twelve weeks of supplementation with a turmeric extract led to significant reductions in body weight for overweight but healthy people. The extract was also associated with improvements in mental health scores.

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.

CK Ingredients teams with Dutch developer to market novel protein that matches meat

06-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

Canadian branded ingredient supplier CK Ingredients has announced a partnership with a Dutch developer to commercialize a protein ingredient from a novel source.

Weissella probiotic may offer anti-obesity effects: Study

17-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A probiotic isolated from infants may decrease body weight and improve blood lipid levels and levels of pro-inflammatory markers, suggests a new study done in mice.

Citrus polyphenols may produce anti-obesity gut health effects: Study

16-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

An hesperidin-rich citrus extract may dose-dependently increase levels of beneficial bacteria in the gut, particularly those with anti-obesity potential, says a new study.

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.

Private equity firm acquires Nutrition 21 as base of new functional ingredients platform

10-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

Private equity firm Roundtable Healthcare Partners announced today the acquisition of ingredient supplier Nutrition 21, which will be housed within a new functional ingredients platform.

SupplySide West returns, trade show deemed a success

04-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The highly-anticipated SupplySide West returned to Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV with positive feedback from attendees and exhibitors alike.

Expanding FDA's tool box, fending off state laws among priorities laid out at CRN meeting

21-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

CRN president and CEO Steve Mister laid out four priorities for the supplement industry at a meeting yesterday. Among the highlights were to prepare for state based regulations and strengthening self regulation.

Clinician argues zinc supplementation key to reversing eating disorders

14-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

The medical establishment puts too little credence in underlying nutritional deficiencies that can drive eating disorders, a prominent clinician maintains. Specifically, the role of zinc supplementation has been passed over in his view.

Study: Exergaming can have similar health benefits as jogging

07-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

While sedentary video games are often blamed for causing obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes, new research suggests that certain video games could encourage players to be more active.

More fat means less hair, study suggests

04-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Heart disease, diabetes and sleep apnea are just a few of the conditions associated with unhealthy eating habits. New research suggests we can add hair loss to that list.

Vegan diet may be best way to preserve muscle in older, obese people

30-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

A group of researchers argue that a methionine restricting diet may be the best way to reverse the damage a high fat diet can do to the muscles of older obese subjects.

FDA warns company over use of higenamine in supplement

30-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

FDA has issued a warning letter to dietary supplement manufacturer that is based in part on the presence of the problematical ingredient higenamine in some of the company’s products.

Good data on extended release herbal weight loss blend expected to turbocharge sales

27-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

New evidence backing the effects of a four herb plus fiber blend in weight loss is expected to boost the ingredient’s already significant uptake in the market.

Lutein supplements may enhance benefits of low-calorie diet: RCT

27-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Middle-aged obese people assigned to a low-calorie diet to promote weight loss may reap greater benefits with additional lutein supplementation, say findings from a double-blind, randomized controlled trial.

Select gut microbes linked to potential health benefits of hop compound: Study

23-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Understanding how xanthohumol operates could pave the way for unlocking its potential to counter diet-induced obesity and health risks associated with type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

Improving patients' at-home nutrition practice improves health, cuts health care costs, study finds

21-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

While healthcare providers (HCPs) are positioned to identify and treat poor nutrition in their at-risk patients, their efforts may fall short because of inadequate time and training.

NextFerm reports progress on launch of yeast-derived protein

20-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

Israeli fermentation specialist NextFerm reportedly has a new protein ingredient in the works that is set to debut at the upcoming Supply Side West trade show in October.

Study highlights benefits of protein drink for boys

14-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Pre-teen and teen boys using a new whey protein formula increased their weight and muscle mass.

Another Blackstone Labs defendant pleads guilty

09-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

Another one of the defendants in the Blackstone Labs steroids enforcement action pleaded guilty in a Florida court recently.

FDA issues another warning in 10-year fight against sibutramine

30-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

The US Food and Drug Administration has sent another warning letter in its decade-long campaign against the use of the weight loss drug sibutramine in dietary supplements.

Synbiotic helps obese subjects avoid weight gain during study

26-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

A synbiotic supplement prevented weight gain among obese subjects while a control group continued to gain weight, a new study has found.

Kaempferol cuts inflammation and weight gain in mouse model of obesity

25-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

New research shows that the flavonoid kaempferol boosted intestinal health, prevented detrimental microbiome shifts and cut weight gain for mice fed a high fat diet.

Probiotic combination may slow fat build-up in the liver and fat tissue: Study

19-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of two Limosilactobacillus fermentum strains may reduce body weight gain, and the amount of fat in liver and adipose tissue, says a new study with lab mice.

Experts wary of study’s advocacy of ‘duplibiotics’ term

13-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

A recent review of the action of polyphenols in the gut proposes yet another descriptive term for get health ingredients which might create further confusion and blurring of categories, experts say.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Regina Wallace-Jones of Mindbody

11-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Regina Wallace-Jones has spent over two decades working in engineering, security, and data-driven expansion for tech companies, like Motorola, Yahoo, and Facebook. Two years ago she joined Mindbody, a software service for the wellness industry.

Study explores kidney-related benefits of vitamin D

09-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The effect of vitamin D supplementation on kidney health is still unclear. A recent large-scale study in a population with prediabetes did not find marked differences between vitamin D and placebo groups, but a urine protein measure suggested a potential...

L. reuteri strain shows anti-obesity potential in RCT

09-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a specific Limosilactobacillus strain may help reduce BMI and improve social communication and interaction, and overall development in obese individuals with a genetic condition, says a new study from Massachusetts General Hospital.

FDA sends Amazon letter over sexual enhancement & weight loss products

05-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The US Food & Drug Administration has sent a letter to Amazon about the availability of drug-tainted sexual enhancement and weight loss products for sale on its platform, the majority of which were marketed as dietary supplements.

Herbalife reports double digit growth for fourth straight quarter

04-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Multi-level marketer Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. has reported its second quarter increased 15% year-on-year, led by 45% growth in its Energy, Sports and Fitness category.

'Multiple benefits over a wide range of metabolic functions': RCT supports East Asian herb’s weight benefits

03-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with an extract from Gynostemma pentaphyllum may reduce BMI, fat mass, and fat distribution in overweight and obese adults, compared to placebo, says a new study.

Muniq tackles gut health with new addition

02-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The brand has brought in Dr. Chris Damman to spearhead Muniq's first clinical trials.

Korey Stringer’s tragic death changed supplement industry for the better, experts say

02-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

The passing of NFL player Korey Stringer two decades ago, and the implication of the popular ingredient ephedra in that tragedy, was a seminal event in the dietary supplement sphere. Experts agree it helped bring into being adverse event reporting for...

News in brief

Glanbia Nutritionals launches KetoSure MCT to support a ketogenic diet

29-Jul-2021

The new ingredient combines a coconut based MCT-C8 with whey protein for a clean label MCT solution for the ketogenic diet category.

Usana continues torrid pace as Q2 sales rise 30%

28-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Usana Health Sciences has reached another earnings milestone as the company topped $330 million in revenue for its most recent financial reporting period.

US Military supplement use ‘increasing over time’: Study

26-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Overall use of dietary supplements continues to increase over time in all branches of the US military, says a new survey that shows that 74% of service members reported using at least one supplement at least once a week.

Culturelle expands range with Metabolism + Weight Management product

22-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Culturelle, the world’s number one-selling probiotic brand, has expanded is probiotic portfolio with its first product targeting metabolic health and weight management.

RCT supports Santa herba extract’s weight management and ‘energizing’ potential

21-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements containing a flavonoid-rich extract from the plant Santa herba may reduce body weight and levels of the appetite hormone leptin, says a new study with overweight and obese women.

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

21-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The Ingredient of the Year categories honored the best and the brightest across a range of health endpoints, including beauty-from-within, cognition, healthy aging, prebiotic, sports nutrition, and weight management.

Resistant dextrin may boost satiety, help blood sugar levels in healthy adults: RCT

15-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with Roquette’s Nutriose resistant dextrin may boost the feeling of fullness and blunted blood sugar spikes in healthy adults living in the UK, says a new study.

HR exec: ‘Competition for talent across virtually all disciplines is as intense as I have seen it during my career’

13-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Turnover of employees across the US is increasing, presenting companies with the challenge of recruiting. In the second of our two articles on the changing HR landscape, NutraIngredients-USA explores the challenges of recruiting good people in a competitive...

HR exec: ‘In 20+ years, I’ve never experienced a labor market as fluid & as unpredictable as the current market’

12-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

As the US economy surges back, many industries are bracing themselves for a tsunami of employee turnover. In the first of our two articles on the changing HR landscape, NutraIngredients-USA explores the challenges of staff retention and how the dietary...