Weight management

Study reveals potential for N-acetylcysteine (NAC) to reduce obesity complications

22-Sep-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new study has found that N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant derived from the amino acid L-cysteine, could reduce some complications caused by obesity as well as age.

Start-up spotlight

Foodtech firm launches tool for tailoring food intake to personal needs

18-Sep-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new digital nutrition guide, ‘Noory,’ has launched to empower individuals to customise their daily meals according to specific health requirements, with the use of AI.

NutraCast: ADM’s Vaughn DuBow on what’s trending in sports & active nutrition

15-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

DuBow gets out his crystal ball to predict trends in the space with staying power.

‘Beyond reckless’: Online weight loss supplements found to contain toxic Yellow Oleander

15-Sep-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Medical and analytical experts are raising the alarm after analyzing weight loss supplements purchased online and labeled as tejocote root, and finding that almost all of them actually contained toxic yellow oleander.

NutraCast: Nutritional Concerns of the Female Athlete

01-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Although women have been underrepresented in nutrition, sport, and exercise science research, there’s a growing understanding of how sex differences and sex hormones influence the nutritional requirements to maximize health, performance, and recovery...

TSI gets exclusive global distribution of ‘market changing’ enfinity caffeine metabolite

31-Aug-2023 By Stephen Daniells

enfinity energy, LLC and TSI Group have announced an exclusive global distribution partnership for enfinity paraxanthine, a metabolite of caffeine supported by 23 filed patents, four human clinical studies, and a robust body of preclinical work.

Prebiotic blend shows weight management potential: RCT

17-Aug-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A 50/50 blend of inulin and arabinoxylan may decrease energy intake during a meal, according to a new double-blind, randomised, acute-within-chronic, crossover feeding trial.

Green tea manipulates gut microbes for weight management: Study

14-Aug-2023 By Asia Sherman

Green tea may provide an effective alternative for the prevention of metabolic syndrome by regulating gut intestinal microflora in the obese, according to a recent study.

Study finds additive and interactive synbiotic effects in obese mice

07-Aug-2023 By Asia Sherman

Prebiotic dietary fiber and probiotic live microbes interact in the digestive tract in ways that may change the capacity of either biotic to improve health, according to a recent study.

GNC launches supplemental health care service

03-Aug-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The new service, GNC Health, offers access to licensed medical professionals, reduced wait time for urgent care and personal health appointments for loyalty members.

Could eating insects slow weight gain in people with obesity?

02-Aug-2023 By Flora Southey

A new study suggests consuming insect protein slows weight gain and improves health status in obese mice. The findings are promising for humans, lead study author Kelly Swanson, interim director of the Division of Nutritional Sciences at the University...

Personalised nutrition app uncovers how hormonal cycle impacts blood sugar control

02-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A personalised nutrition app using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) is finding itself a niche in supporting women to reduce symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle through better blood sugar control.

RCT supports probiotic’s cardiometabolic health potential

27-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with a specific Lacticaseibacillus paracasei probiotic strain may improve the function of the endothelium and overall heart health in people with metabolic syndrome (MetS), says a new study.

Synbiotic supplementation linked to lowered BMI in overweight children

27-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Researchers have published the first pediatric obesity study to show that a synbiotic treatment, alongside diet and exercise advice, is associated with both changes in intestinal microbiota composition and decreases in BMI.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Amanda Frick, ND, LAc, VP Medical Affairs, Thorne

26-Jul-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Amanda Frick, ND, LAc, VP of Medical Affairs at Thorne, was trained as a Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncturist. She’s passionate about facilitating health and wellness by driving innovation, education, and safety of dietary supplements. She’s been in...

Probiotics may regulate glucolipid metabolism, review finds

26-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new meta-analysis and systematic review finds that supplementation with Lactobacillus and/or Bifidobacterium may significantly decrease BMI, fasting glucose, insulin, triglycerides, and cholesterol levels in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D).

NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023: Meet the Ingredients of the Year!

18-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Six new “Ingredients of the Year” were announced at the recent NutraIngredients-USA Awards spanning beauty from within, cognitive function, healthy aging, prebiotic, sports nutrition, and weight management. Read on to meet the winners…

The skinny on berberine: Is it really #naturesozempic?

14-Jul-2023 By Asia Sherman

Botanical extract berberine rose to viral fame earlier this year, touted by TikTok influencers as a weight loss miracle molecule and given the hashtag #naturesozempic. Social media, however, may not always be a credible source of information.

Plant-derived probiotics may slash body weight & fat levels: RCT

11-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Three months of supplementation with Kimere-derived probiotics may reduce BMI by 0.37 kg/m2 and body fat mass by almost one kilogram, compared to placebo, says a new double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial.

Startup Spotlight

Q&A: SlimBiotics on its ancient plant-based probiotic strains for weight management

10-Jul-2023 By Asia Sherman

Founded in 2018 by Austrian entrepreneurs Helmut Essl and Alexander Schütz, SlimBiotics has introduced a novel plant-based probiotic to address the ballooning global overweight and obesity epidemic.

Study finds pro- and synbiotics improve health parameters in the overweight

07-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new clinical study involving 180 overweight individuals concludes that supplementing with a pro- or synbiotic can lead to significant improvements in body fat mass and a range of related health parameters.

‘Being a finalist is an honor that brings immense joy to our company’: Industry gears up for NIU Awards broadcast

06-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 2023 NutraIngredients-USA Awards will be revealed during a live broadcast on July 12. Our finalists excited to hear the results. You should be, too!

The long tail of TikTok: What recent history teaches us about berberine & taurine

30-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

TikTok trends are hard to predict: They burst out of nowhere, take on a life of their own, and leave brands scrambling to meet a surging demand for products. But what can we learn from the social media channels recent history?

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023: And the winners are...

27-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 2023 NutraIngredients-USA Awards were revealed this morning (July 12) during a live broadcast on NutraIngredients-USA.com...

Microbiome Briefing

Probiotics for weight management: A steady, growing opportunity

21-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Obesity rates across the United States continue to surge, with the prevalence growing by over 10% over the last 20 years. Today, over 40% of the country's population is classified as obese. Fad diets and OTC products have failed to slow this, but...

Q&A: Nutrishop on what fuels 20-year success

12-Jun-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Nutrishop recently hit a major milestone–celebrating its 20 year anniversary. The company’s founders and COO looked back on the evolution of Nutrishop and the wider industry.

Taurine supplements may extend lifespan, for animals at least

09-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A deficiency of taurine may drive aging in animals, while supplementation with the compound was associated with a 12% increase in healthy lifespan, says a new study published in Science.

Tilapia peptide alters gut microbiota in mice with anti-obesity effects

07-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

A new study suggests that consumption of a fish collagen peptide suppresses the onset of obesity in mice by modifying their gut microbiota, whereas other peptides might not.

New York State senate passes bill restricting supplements to minors

06-Jun-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Next stop: the governor’s desk. Will Gov. Hochul sign the bill into law or veto it?

NY Assembly passes bill targeting weight loss, muscle building supps

02-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Efforts to restrict the sale of some dietary supplements to minors in New York State took a step forward this week as the State’s Assembly passed AB 5610-D, a bill that limits access to some dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building for people...

BLS touts next-gen NAD booster in vegetable wax matrix

01-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

Bioenergy Life Science (BLS) presents its wax-matrix packaged NAD booster as a game-changing format for the sustained release and improved absorption of its longevity supplement.

Probiota Americas Day 2: Regulations, centenarian microbiomes, pets, & disruptive tech

31-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Probiota Americas is just over two weeks away. With key scientific insights into the category’s most disruptive technology – A.I., CRISPR, and -omics – and a look at the microbiomes of centenarians, don’t wait to register!

May Launch Pad

30-May-2023 By Danielle Masterson

This month’s launches are packed with branded ingredients aimed largely at brain health, along with energy for athletic performance and a couple metabolic support products for good measure.

Lactiplantibacillus strain offers weight management potential

26-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A probiotic candidate isolated from Korean angelica may may significantly reduce body weight and improve blood lipid levels for lab mice fed a high-fat (Western-style), says a new study.

Nature's Bounty enters weight management category, adds new hair SKU

25-May-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The new offerings highlight a trend largely driven by the pandemic: The convergence of health and beauty.

Poll reveals knowledge gap around metabolic health

24-May-2023 By Asia Sherman

SP Nutraceuticals has released the results of a recent poll showing that North Americans know little about metabolic dysfunction but suffer widely from its symptoms. The Canadian company suggests that AvoB, a novel bioactive found only in certain avocados,...

Vitamin D: deficiencies may cause cascade of adversities in those with glucose dysregulation

24-May-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new systematic review reports that type 2 diabetic (T2D) patients with vitamin D deficiencies may have an increased risk of developing an array of adverse health outcomes.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023: And the finalists are…

19-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the finalists for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2023... the winners will be announced during a live broadcast on NutraIngredients-USA.com in July.

Review underlines lack of evidence to link supplement use with eating disorders in young

05-May-2023 By Olivia Brown

Amid calls for to limit dietary supplement use in young people due to supposed eating disorder links, a new review emphasises a lack of association and urges for a focus on prevention and treatment strategies.

Multispecies synbiotic supports weight loss and gut microbiome in obese individuals: RCT

04-May-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Synbiotic supplementation helped improve body composition, antioxidant status, and the gut microbiota of overweight and obese individuals, but had little impact on obesity.

FDA: SARMs not worth the health risk ‘for a few extra likes’

28-Apr-2023 By Asia Sherman

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an advisory this week warning of adverse event reports related to selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs). In the letter, the agency also takes issue with online vendors and social media influencers...

CRN: NDI guidance is 'doable'

24-Apr-2023 By Danielle Masterson

NutraIngredients-USA caught up with CRN’s Steve Mister at SupplySide East to discuss new research, top priorities for the year and what they hope to see from FDA this year.

Impaired vitamin B6 and folate status linked to low birth weights, study suggests

24-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

The new prospective cohort study finds that low vitamin B6 and impaired folate levels were associated with low birth weights (LBWs) in the south Indian pregnant women studied.

NutraCast: Todd Pauli is making moves to connect the sports nutrition industry

21-Apr-2023 By Danielle Masterson

“When you guys write a great story, I think it's important for the industry and the audience you reach to understand it.”

Review hails Akkermansia as “most promising next-gen probiotic”

19-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

The recent review spotlights the efficacy of Akkermansia muciniphila in reducing the risk and progression of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes (T2D), suggesting its strong potential for use for targeted dietary interventions within probiotics.

Meta-analyses support curcumin’s weight management potential

18-Apr-2023

The list of benefits associated with curcumin supplements may extend to weight management, says a new review of meta-analyses.

‘A hugely engaged and vibrant community’: 7 reasons to attend Probiota Americas 2023

17-Apr-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Probiota Americas 2023 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…

Probiota Americas 2023: Deadline for Pioneers and Scientific Frontiers this week

05-Apr-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The deadline for submitting entries for the 2023 Probiota Pioneers (microbiome focused start-ups) and our Scientific Frontiers posters is this week: April 7, 2023

The jury on juice: enhanced anti-obesity effects observed compared to whole berry

05-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

A recent randomised control trial in overweight adults reports that fasting cellular respiration rates were significantly greater following berry juice administration compared to the whole berry, despite greater phenolic concentrations, suggesting an...

Deadline for entry is April 7, 2023!

Probiota Americas 2023 call for abstracts: Got groundbreaking research to shout about?

30-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Are you researching the latest state-of-the-art developments related to prebiotic, probiotic, and microbiome science relevant to human health, well-being, consumers, and industry? If so, we would like to hear from you!