Women's health

Culturelle debuts gummy probiotics

18-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Culturelle recently entered into the gummy market with the release of adult and kids probiotic gummies.

NutraVideo: Nurish by Nature Made uses TikTok to resonate with millennials

16-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Nurish by Nature Made is a monthly subscription that delivers personalized nutritional supplements. But they’re also delivering entertainment — with the help of some big names and a popular platform.

Celsius posts more than 80% sales gain in third quarter

16-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

Fast growing energy drink manufacturer Celsius reported a sales increase of more than 80% in its most recent quarterly earnings statement. The company anticipates even better results in the future when gyms and other exercise venues can reopen.

NutraCast Podcast: Mantra Labs on Chrononutrition

13-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Taking care of ourselves is more important than ever. Two major pieces to the self-care puzzle are sleep and nutrition. However, that may not be enough. Research is mounting to suggest that there are very real and important implications for when we eat....

Yakult’s synbiotic drink improves bowel movement and alters short-term gut microbiota in elderly Korean women

12-Nov-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

Consumption of Yakult’s synbiotic drink MPR03 daily for three weeks could improve bowel movement and alter the intestinal microbial composition in elderly Korean women.

Pharmacy driven: McPherson’s paving new retail focus for soon-to-be acquired Blackmores’ TCM business

11-Nov-2020 By Tingmin Koe

McPherson’s will be focusing on the pharmacy distribution network for the TCM and oriental botanical brands that it will be acquiring from Blackmores.

Today! IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas Digital Summit

10-Nov-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Kicking off at 12pm Eastern, the three-day event will combine dynamic live broadcasts with exclusive on-demand content about probiotics, prebiotics, and the microbiome. There is still time to register for FREE.

Probiota Americas Poem: Our editor's rhyming welcome to this week's Digital Summit

09-Nov-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A Probiota America tradition, my welcome poem gives attendees a glimpse of what to expect during the event. And this year, I've added a special message ... and a fire place.

Probiota Champions: Exclusive interviews with industry influencers

06-Nov-2020 By Stephen Daniells

In addition to three days of live content, the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas Digital Summit 2020 will feature our exclusive Probiota Champions interview series with people who have made significant contributions to the category.

NutraCast Podcast: Dr. Ivan Petyaev on female fertility support

06-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

About 28 million women around the world encounter fertility problems every year. Micronutrient status is one risk factor that may have a major impact on female fertility.

Study shows maternal vitamin D linked to child IQ, finds disparities among black women

03-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

A new study found that a mother’s vitamin D level during pregnancy is associated with their children's IQ — suggesting that higher vitamin D levels in pregnancy may lead to greater childhood IQ scores. The study also revealed significantly lower...

Quicksilver pairs resveratrol, quercetin to achieve NAD+ boost

03-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

Quicksilver Scientific is upping the ante in the anti aging arena with a liposomal supplement that claims to boost NAD+ with a variety of ingredients.

CRISPR is going to reshape the future of probiotic genomes: Expert

29-Oct-2020 By Stephen Daniells

We are just on the cusp of realizing the opportunities offered by CRISPR technology to open up a new generation of probiotic ingredients, says one of the leading scientists in this field.

Kudzu flower and mandarin peel may reduce menopause symptoms, says RCT

26-Oct-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Kudzu flower and mandarin peel extract may reduce frequency of hot flushes and minimise diminished bone mineral density associated with menopause, according to a new RCT.

Nutrafol targets hair growth in menopausal women

20-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Wellness company Nutrafol recently revealed results from its new clinical trial on its hair growth supplement designed for menopausal women.

Researchers zero in on supplement use among college athletes

08-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The high prevalence of dietary supplementation use in the athletic population means there is a risk of inadvertent doping for those users who don’t do their research or get their information from reliable sources.

Probiota Americas Digital Summit to explore next gen pre- & probiotics, benefits beyond digestions, & communication best practices

07-Oct-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Experts from Seed Health, P&G, Culturelle, Fitbiomics, University College Cork, and North Caroline State University are just some of the confirmed speakers for North America’s flagship event for the prebiotics, probiotics, and microbiome community.

CRN supplement survey shows ‘intensified focus on ingredients to support overall health, wellness & immunity’

30-Sep-2020 By Stephen Daniells

About 75% of Americans continue to use dietary supplements, with more and more consumers reporting that immune health is a key consideration for their usage, according to the 2020 CRN Consumer Survey.

FDA announces public meeting to discuss gender differences in use and responses to CBD

24-Sep-2020 By Stephen Daniells

The US Food and Drug Administration has announced a virtual public meeting to explore the potential sex (biological) and gender (psychosocial) differences in use and responses to cannabidiol (CBD) and other cannabinoids.

Resveratrol reduces pain, improves quality of life for menopausal women: Study

22-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Swiss biotech firm Evolva has released their fourth and final installment on Resveratrol Supporting Healthy Aging in Women (RESHAW), with the last clinical study focusing on pain perception, menopausal symptoms and overall well-being.

Vitamin E is needed for nervous system development: Study

21-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

New research from Oregon State University suggests that a lack of vitamin E could cause damage to the brain.

FDA’s Tave highlights ‘Regulatory Gap’ for dietary supplements

17-Sep-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A ‘Regulatory Gap’ exists within the US dietary supplements industry, and recent talk of modernizing the regulations are ways to close that gap, FDA’s Steven Tave said yesterday

Resveratrol improves cognitive performance in menopausal women: Study

10-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Swiss biotech firm Evolva recently released their findings from the Resveratrol Supporting Healthy Aging in Women (RESHAW) clinical study, which examined cognition, cerebrovascular function and cardiometabolic markers in postmenopausal women.

NR pioneer: ‘I think if we combine Niagen with exercise that we’re really going to get some place’

10-Sep-2020 By Stephen Daniells

With recent data providing “solid evidence” for nicotinamide riboside’s effects on inflammation and body composition, combining NR with exercise will see us “really get some place”, says Dr Charles Brenner.

Guest article

Natural products industry must support supplement expansion

09-Sep-2020 By Jim Emme, CEO of NOW and Board Member of the Natural Products Association

The pandemic has made all Americans more health conscious. Along with social distancing and better hand hygiene, Americans are turning to nutritional supplements as a way to boost their immune systems and support their overall health.

Serious about the skin microbiome: Science, regulation and opportunities in 2020

09-Sep-2020 By Kacey Culliney

The skin microbiome continues to ignite interest as science fast advances and product innovations hit shelves, but where exactly are the biggest opportunities for industry and what will be the key challenges moving forward?

Viome launches precision personalized supplements based on deep health insights

08-Sep-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Personalized nutrition player Viome has launched Viome Precision Supplements, individualized supplement formulas based on a person’s cellular, mitochondrial and gut microbiome health insights.

RCT highlights Milk thistle’s potential menopause benefits

12-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of milk thistle may help decrease the frequency and severity of hot flashes for menopausal women, says a new study.

Black cohosh, rhodiola reduce menopause symptoms: Study

04-Aug-2020 By Danielle Masterson

With the aging population in the coming decades, it is estimated that 1.2 billion women worldwide will be menopausal or postmenopausal by the year 2030.

Lallemand licenses women’s health probiotics from Proge Farm

28-Jul-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Lallemand Health Solutions has announced a licensing deal for Proge Farm’s L. plantarum P17630 (Proge P17630) probiotic strain, which has specific women health benefits.

‘For those saying there are no clinical trials to support probiotics, have a seat’ – IPA Chief

27-Jul-2020 By Stephen Daniells

There are over 1,600 human clinical trials on probiotics listed in ClinicalTrials.gov and the WHO’s trial database, according to a new analysis that seeks to address the misconception that there is no human data around probiotics.

FDA outlines qualified health claim for cranberry juice and supplements for urinary tract infections

22-Jul-2020 By Stephen Daniells

The US Food and Drug Administration will not object to the use of certain qualified health claims regarding consuming certain cranberry juice and supplements and a reduced risk of recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI) in healthy women.

BuRO: ‘Black cohosh supplement use risky for select groups’

15-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

The Netherlands’ Office for Risk Assessment & Research (BuRO) is advising certain populations not to consume black cohosh food supplements citing a link to severe liver toxicity.

CBD and female sexual wellness: An emerging category

08-Jul-2020 By Danielle Masterson

It’s been promoted for relaxation, muscle spasms, depression, gastrointestinal issues, and more. Now, a number of products claim cannabidiol can help in the bedroom.

GNC 2.0: Strong e-commerce growth, major brand awareness & powerful partnerships

07-Jul-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Embattled supplement retailer GNC has started its passage through Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with some investment experts and brand owners bullish about the new GNC that will emerge from the process.

Active nutrition and immunity: Experts discuss key ingredients, personalization, the microbiome, and more

22-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

From probiotics to omega-3s, and from personalization to the ‘paradoxical’ effects of exercise on the immune system, a diverse panel of experts explored the intersection of exercise, immunity and nutrition during a recent webinar.

IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 canceled: We’ll be back in 2021

19-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

In light of the ongoing uncertainty around the COVID-19 public health crisis, the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 has been canceled, but will return June 16-18, 2021 in Washington, D.C.

Ingredient shows promise in PMS relief: Study

19-May-2020 By Danielle Masterson

A recent peer-reviewed clinical trial revealed that an over-the-counter nutritional supplement containing oxaloacetate (OAA) and vitamin C significantly relieved PMS symptoms.

Nature Made enters personalized nutrition market

13-May-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Pharmavite, the manufacturer of Nature Made vitamins, has debuted nurish, a monthly vitamin subscription service based on individual data culled from an assessment that asks about life stage, diet, lifestyle, health and allergies.

GNC turns up volume on bankruptcy alarm

12-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

Struggling supplement retailer GNC has reiterated a forthright statement that filing for bankruptcy court protection might be only days away.

New report looks at dairy and plant proteins in weight management and healthy ageing

12-May-2020 By Jim Cornall

Danish company 3A Business Consulting has published a new report, Dairy and Plant Proteins in Weight Management and Healthy Ageing 2020-2024.

Study: Potato protein a winner for women

08-May-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

The recommended daily allowance of protein may be inadequate to support maintenance of muscle in young women and eating protein from the humble potato can help to maintain muscle, according to research from McMaster University funded by the Alliance for...

Herbal ingredient supplier benefits from incontinence product supply problems

07-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

The unpredictable spikes in demand that are distorting the supply chain in the current crisis has created another opportunity, in this case for herbal ingredients that help adults deal with urinary incontinence issues.

Casein-encapsulated calcium eases GI concerns, study finds

06-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

Researchers working with a group of postmenopausal women found that a technology using casein to encapsulate calcium nanoparticles reduced GI issues compared with more conventional calcium carbonate or calcium citrate supplements.

Despite sales bump, brands that are not preparing for stormy seas ahead could struggle, consultant says

05-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

The dietary supplement industry as a whole is enjoying booming sales as consumer stock up on products to support optimum health. But an industry strategist warns that that sales bump is likely to be ephemeral, and brands that are not strategizing vigorously...

Nouri CEO: ‘I don’t think it’s a bad time to have a new supplement brand, but it has to provide value to consumer’

24-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

2020 may not seem to be a good time for being a year one start-up, but increased consumer interest in supplements and immunity is a rising tide that is raising all boats, says the CEO of Nouri.

News in Brief

New protein gel a 'game-changer' for sports nutrition

16-Apr-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

FrieslandCampina Ingredients has unveiled a new high concentration protein gel concept that “could be a game-changer” for sports nutrition brands.

Keto diet helps female athletes drop more fat, but not gain strength

15-Apr-2020 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found that a ketogenic diet helped trained female subjects lose fat while maintaining muscle. But it concluded the diet was ‘suboptimal’ for building additional muscle during a training regimen.

IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2020 postponed until November

24-Mar-2020 By NutraIngredients-USA

In light of the ongoing novel Coronavirus (COVID19) public health emergency, IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas has been postponed until November 16-18, 2020 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel, Washington DC.

Wiley's Finest strikes out beyond fish with vegetarian omega-3s, pine tree sterols products

10-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

Wiley’s Finest has ventured beyond the realm of fish-based omega-3s with new products that feature algal and oil seed ingredients and a heart health product based on pine tree sterols that were developed by a Chilean firm.