Women's health

Wakunaga expands multistrain probiotics line to serve consumers at all stages of life

09-Jul-2019 By Hank Schultz

Wakunaga is betting hard on the multistrain side of the probiotics realm with the planned launch of three new products.

WATCH: How to target the ageing consumer

05-Jul-2019 By Nikki Cutler

Despite seniors showing a strong interest in functional food and supplements, the number of products launched with senior claims in Europe does not reflect the population which means brands are missing out on a huge market, says Mintel.

Ferring join Intralytix and the Eliava Foundation in vaginal microbiome R&D pact

01-Jul-2019 By Will Chu

Ferring Pharmaceuticals, the Eliava Foundation and Intralytix are to form a research collaboration that focuses on developing bacteriophage-based products, which target the vaginal microbiome.

Nestlé study identifies novel iron form for difficult-to-fortify products

26-Jun-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Iron picolinate may be a solution for difficult-to-fortify foods like yogurt containing fruit, says a new study from Nestlé Research and ETH Zurich.

Probi’s ‘pregnancy probiotic’ proves potent in preventing anaemia

24-Jun-2019 By Will Chu

Swedish bioengineering company Probi reveals its probiotic-focused product improves iron status in pregnant women in a study that highlights this gut-related approach in tackling a growing problem

Study: Athletes think they know more about supplements and nutrition than they actually do

20-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

A study on professional athletes competing in Olympic sports has found that the players think they know more about supplements and nutrition than they actually do. The researchers called for more education and monitoring by coaches to inform correct supplement...

Fruit d’Or now testing cranberry ingredients for anti-adhesion activity at Rutgers

18-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

Cranberry ingredients supplier Fruit d’Or says it is raising the transparency bar by testing its offerings to verify their biological activity, not just to assure that they met spec and are not adulterated.

Success of Amarin trial could jumpstart further omega 3s research, expert says

18-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

The recent success of an omega 3 drug trial should help to reinvigorate research into these ingredients’ effects, especially at higher dosages, said one of the field’s prominent experts.

No brainer? Report pans cognition supplements, much to industry dismay

18-Jun-2019 By Will Chu and Nikki Cutler

A Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) report has come under fierce criticism by the industry after it found no convincing evidence to recommend dietary supplements for brain health in healthy older adults.

Labeling of US probiotic supplements ‘should be improved’: Study

05-Jun-2019 By Stephen Daniells

More than 60% of probiotic supplements in the US may lack sufficient information on their labels to allow consumers to make informed decisions, according to a new study led by Dr Dan Merenstein from Georgetown University Medical Center.

High omega-6 intake linked to lower likelihood of male offspring being conceived: Australia study

31-May-2019 By Gary Scattergood

Eating a diet high in omega-6 could play a role in a lower percentage of male babies being conceived, along with a higher risk of pregnancy complications, according to a new Australian study on rats.

Study: Veggie diets perform as well as standard ones for max exercise capacity

30-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

A study done with recreational runners finds no difference in exercise capacity among omnivorous, lacto-ovo vegetarian diets and vegan diets.

May new product launches: Stress relief and better sleep, probiotics for baby, sugar-free collagen candy, and more

28-May-2019 By Adi Menayang

From a probiotic supplement to help babies build up their immune system to a new line of keto shakes by a familiar nutrition company, here are the latest product launches in the nutrition space:

UBiome suspends founders, sales of microbiome tests in wake of FBI raid

22-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

Testing company uBiome has suspended its co founders in the wake of an FBI raid on its San Francisco offices.

Probiotics in the first 1,000 days: Fertility is an under-explored area, says expert

13-May-2019 By Stephen Daniells

The first 1,000 days after conception are vital to the long-term health of an infant, and we’re gaining a deeper understanding of the vital role of the developing microbiome in this. But an area that needs more understanding is around how the microbiota...

From the Editor's Desk

The US military and dietary supplements: The opportunities and challenges

10-May-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Increasing attention is being paid to dietary supplements use among US military personnel, with survey data showing that consumption levels are high, but brand loyalty may be low. So where’s the white space for industry?

Younger consumers increasingly worried about cognitive decline with aging, market expert says

08-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

Moving organic foods out of the health food store niche into mainstream aisles helped jumpstart a data business, one that will provide market insights for an upcoming NutraIngredients-USA Healthy Aging Online Event.

GNC sales fall as China partnership hits bump in road

26-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

Struggling retailer GNC reported first quarter 2019 earnings that included an ‘unexpected decrease in revenue’ from its new China ecommerce joint venture.

Rainbow Light teams up with Vitamin Angels to provide vitamin drops to underserved US communities

26-Apr-2019 By Adi Menayang

Rainbow Light, a Clorox Company-owned supplement brand, has pledged to donate portion of its sales to public health nonprofit Vitamin Angels this summer, as well as help organize vitamin drop donations to 25 underserved communities in the US.

Unilever gives supplements another chance with Olly acquisition

19-Apr-2019 By Adi Menayang

The US arm of global consumer products giant Unilever will acquire San Francisco-based supplement brand Olly. With functional foods and gummy supplements ranging from multivitamins to beauty-from-within, Olly fits in the cross section of Unilever’s two...

Vitamin Angels hopes to break 'intergeneration cycle of malnutrition' in Central America

17-Apr-2019 By Kacey Culliney

Non-profit Vitamin Angels wants to strengthen its partnership network in Central America to produce transformative change among women and children facing malnutrition, its program leader says.

Critic says FDA’s slow enforcement makes ‘DSHEA 2.0’ a side issue

16-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

Industry critic Dr Pieter Cohen, MD, said FDA's enforcement is overly deliberate, making any discussion about revisions to DSHEA more or less moot.

From the Editor's Desk

If botanicals don’t fit easily under supplement heading, why not try to fix that?

12-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

Should the creation of a new herbal medicine category be one of the goals of the upcoming discussions about a new regulatory framework? If it were possible, such a change could clear up many of the ambiguities surrounding the marketing of these products...

Experts take issue with researchers' conclusion that supplements don't prevent death

10-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

Multivitamins don’t extend lifespan, according to the conclusion of a recent population based study. Industry experts countered that the many confounders in the data make that result tentative at best.

Daigou and direct-selling clampdown in China 'growing pains', but market will still thrive: HPA

08-Apr-2019 By Cheryl Tay

The recent slew of crackdowns, regulatory reviews and stricter rules for China's health food and supplement industry are 'growing pains' the industry must overcome, as regulators double down on efforts to promote safety and collect taxes.

Nu Skin investigating death of Chinese woman who relied on supplements and refused medical treatment

01-Apr-2019 By Tingmin Koe

Nu Skin China has formed a focus group, led by the firm's country CEO, to look into the death of a 34-year-old Chinese woman who died from organ failure after allegedly refusing medical treatment for flu and fever, and instead insisting on drinking...

German green tea supplement brand tigovit highlights women’s health benefits, enters US market

18-Mar-2019 By Adi Menayang

tigovit is a German supplement containing the green tea polyphenol epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which has boosted bioavailability thanks to a black pepper alkaloid (piperine) and vitamin C. It is now entering the US market.

Ancient Nutrition founder on new products, DSHEA at 25 and hemp-CBD

15-Mar-2019 By Stephen Daniells

With growth “like a rocket ship”, a new range of hemp-CBD products, and a continued commitment to keto and protein, “2019 is going to be a great year”, says Ancient Nutrition product innovator and founder, Jordan Rubin.

US Military, A.I., and mechanisms of action: First speakers announced for IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas

14-Mar-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Delegate registration is now open for the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas in Vancouver, with speakers already confirmed covering topics including the US Military, Artificial Intelligence, and probiotic mechanisms of action.

International Women's Day: Market Focus

Women's health gaining importance in probiotics, says Lumina Intelligence

08-Mar-2019 By Nathan Gray

Sweden and China are leading the way in terms of availability and engagement with probiotic products specifically tailored to women's health, says Ewa Hudson of Lumina Intelligence.

Can high vitamin C intake decrease the chances of developing gestational blood sugar issues?

04-Mar-2019 By Adi Menayang

Researchers in China found that pregnant women who had higher dietary vitamin C consumption also had lower odds of developing gestational diabetes.

DuPont partner with Lonza in HMO-focused infant nutrition venture

28-Feb-2019 By Will Chu

DuPont Nutrition & Health and Lonza Consumer Health & Nutrition are to join forces to manufacture and supply human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) in a deal that looks to meet rising demand in a €44bn global infant nutrition sector.

Despite food-only bias, many dietitians use and recommend supplements, survey finds

26-Feb-2019 By Hank Schultz

A survey by Trust Transparency Center has found that despite the cool reception the concept of supplementation historically has received from organizations of dietitians, a majority of the practitioners themselves use dietary supplements regularly.

Ritual to invest in research, new product development, and new hires with $25 million fundraise

08-Feb-2019 By Adi Menayang

Ritual, a California-based supplement subscription company, has raised $25 million in Series B funding to grow its women-focused nutrition empire.

Omega-3 intakes among ‘vulnerable populations’ well below recommended levels: Study

06-Feb-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Intakes of omega-3 fatty acids across the US population are lower than recommended intake levels, showing the need to boost omega-3 consumption for all, but especially vulnerable groups like children and women of childbearing age.

Marketing sports nutrition to the female athlete: ‘Don’t just pink it and shrink it,’ says expert

01-Feb-2019 By Adi Menayang

Women have been socialized with expectations that often contradict with athletic fitness, according to one expert. Sports nutrition can help create change in this area.

Gut-brain axis: RCT shows gut-friendly probiotic improves migraine symptoms

30-Jan-2019 By Nikki Cutler

In the largest ever trial of its sort, a probiotic supplement containing 14 strains of “gut-friendly” bacteria has been shown to significantly improve several symptoms of migraine headaches.

Taking vitamin C prior to workout may have recovery benefits, study suggests

29-Jan-2019 By Adi Menayang

Women who ingested 1000mg of ascorbic acid before performing 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cycling exhibited increased antioxidant capacity post-exercise.

Ancient Nutrition's new CEO has sights set on entering new product categories and international markets

25-Jan-2019 By Mary Ellen Shoup

Greg Shearson has taken the helm as CEO of Ancient Nutrition, a move which will take the company to the "next level" including expanding into new product categories and international markets.

2019 Trends: The ingredients and categories to watch this year

14-Jan-2019 By Stephen Daniells

As an avid industry watcher, I like to keep a close eye on what’s hot and what’s not in the market. Here’s my list of the top 10 categories and ingredients to keep an eye on for 2019…

Taiyo bets on drying technique to help differentiate cranberry-fiber combo ingredient

08-Jan-2019 By Hank Schultz

Taiyo is betting on the polyphenol-protecting power of a special drying technology to help it differentiate its combination cranberry-fiber ingredient.

TODAY! Experts to discuss benefits of probiotics beyond digestive health in upcoming webinar

11-Dec-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Experts from Jarrow Formulas, the International Probiotics Association, Increnovo, and Tufts University will discuss the state of the science and what the future holds in a FREE webinar today hosted by NutraIngredients-USA.

Consumers on the hunt for youth-boosting food and drink, says Mintel

21-Nov-2018 By Nikki Cutler

Food, drink and supplement innovators should take tips from the beauty industry as consumers want to fill-up on products that will help them fight the ageing process, says Mintel.

Bone broth and ‘keto’ specialist Ancient Nutrition enters healthcare practitioner channel

12-Nov-2018 By Adi Menayang

Ancient Nutrition inked a deal with Natural Partners Fullscript, an online platform on which healthcare practitioners can buy supplements at wholesale and sell to patients.

Generational preferences affect engagement with dietary supplement brands: Survey

09-Nov-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Boomers want healthy aging products, Gen X-ers are interested in weight management, while Millennials are more interested in fitness: These are just three of the insights from a new analysis of 500,000 social media posts over 12 months.

Student-focused sports nutrition seller Campus Protein raises $1 million in Series A financing

02-Nov-2018 By Adi Menayang

Campus Protein, a company that caters to college students shopping for sports nutrition supplements, just raised $1 million in Series A financing backed by angel investors and private individuals.

More brands seeking to root out inflammation in healthy aging sphere

30-Oct-2018 By Hank Schultz

A focus on inflammatory processes underlies much of innovation in the healthy aging space, according to panelists on a recent NutraIngredients-USA event. Another key takeaway: These concerns are starting earlier in life for today’s consumers.

AI and the microbiome singled out as opportunities to offer ‘affordable nutrition’

28-Oct-2018 By Will Chu

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the microbiota have been identified as opportunities for the private sector to offer affordable nutrition to lower-income consumers, who are at a higher risk of malnutrition.

Turmeric’s popularity drives botanical supplement use increases, says CRN data

19-Oct-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Almost 20% of US supplement users over 55 are using turmeric and curcumin supplements, according to the 2018 CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements.

Getting substantiation right for claims especially important in healthy aging, expert says

15-Oct-2018 By Hank Schultz

Making claims on products in the healthy aging sector is fraught with peril, as older adults, along with children, are seen as the most vulnerable populations, an expert says.