AB-Biotics, a Kaneka company, launched its Gyntima women's health solutions range at Vitafoods last week, highlighting new research that supports its probiotic blend's impact on estrogen activity to help manage menopause symptoms.
From partnering with the American Diabetes Association to collaborating with SuperGut and online influencers, relationships are a significant aspect of GNC.
Before the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994 and today’s burgeoning dietary supplement market, there were the Proxmire Amendments.
Despite a range of benefits, insect protein has faced strong barriers to adoption. This is largely due to consumer disgust, but some demographics are more put off than others.
According to the viral-on-TikTok skin care brand Byoma, the Generation Alpha skin care boom – AKA the ‘Sephora Kids’ – has become an “epidemic” due to “lack of education resulting in mis-purchasing products”. Here's how the brand plans to...
In Europe, food and drink makers tapping into the gut health trend find themselves hamstrung by health claims regulations. How can they communicate benefits, without breaking the law?
More pet parents are turning to biotics to supplement the health of their animal companions as understanding of the connection between gut health and immunity continues to expand.
Products targeting ‘gut health’ have a range of benefits, yet these are not always clear in marketing. How do consumers understand gut health, and is this understanding congruent with reality?
Major dietary supplement companies such as CJ Wellcare and CKD Health are launching new products that come in the pill-and-shot format across South Korea – in what is considered an emerging trend sweeping across the country’s nutraceutical sector.
After over 30 years practicing medicine in Orange County, Dr. Robert Beltran had his light switch moment after turning to herbal medicine to help him overcome his own personal health issues.
As ageing population numbers rise in Europe, an opportunity is opening in food and beverage. How can industry best tap into the ‘healthy longevity’ trend?
Amazon’s latest policy to require third-party testing of supplements may lead to consolidation, disproportionately impacting small business, according to market, regulatory and financial experts.
According to a consumer survey by CRN and IPSOS, 74% of U.S. adults take supplements. And while the most common one is the multivitamin, a lot of users are zeroing in on specific organs like the brain, eyes or even skin. But what about ears? Soundbites...
The mega retailer's recently issued third-party testing policy is applauded by diverse stakeholders because it fosters trust among supplement consumers, they say.
Update is redefining the energy drink category with its star ingredient, paraxanthine, a metabolite of caffeine that provides the uplifting benefits of caffeine without the negative side effects, company Co-founder and CEO Daniel Solomons told FoodNavigator-USA...
There is a relationship between the microbiome and female reproductive health and while further research is required it appears lactobacillus supplements could support those with dysbiosis.
New Jersey-based retailer The Vitamin Shoppe has launched Whole Health Rx, which the company says provides a holistic approach to health solutions. The service encompasses nutritional supplements, expert guidance on lifestyle practices and prescription...
Swiss ingredient manufacturer Mibelle Biochemistry has launched MonaJuventa Nu, a new botanical extract that targets the key biological processes involved in aging.
Natural products manufacturer NOW is launching omega-3 fish oil gummy chews created with ConCordix, a patented technology by Norwegian third-party manufacturer Vitux AS.
Some weight loss products marketed online to the military as dietary supplements are not what they say they are, according to a new paper published in the JAMA Network Open medical journal.
Ayurvedic ingredients supplier Cepham has introduced Luteye, an eye health product that packages lutein and zeaxanthin in an extra virgin olive oil carrier enriched with anti-inflammatory phenolic compound oleocanthal.
Sports nutrition lifestyle brand Ghost has signed multi-year deals with two Major League Baseball teams, becoming the official and exclusive energy drink provider for the Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies.
Armed with resilience, commitment and a passion for plant bioactives, Israel based-biotech company Bioharvest Sciences continues to meet consumer demand despite the ongoing conflict in the region.
During a recent NutraIngredients-USA webinar on navigating the botanical supply chain, industry experts discussed sourcing challenges and risk mitigation measures in a market limited by resources and stressed by demand.
Natural product manufacturer NOW is introducing products bottled in sizes that will be available exclusively in store to support smaller brick and mortar retailer sales.
The harvest for cranberries from Oregon increased 17.5% in 2023 versus 2022 linked to good weather and growing conditions, with California-based Ethical Naturals Inc. (ENI), maker of Cranberex, calling this “good news."
A team of sports nutrition experts has developed a range of all-in-one sleep support drink solutions which are proving a run-away success with elite athletes and the mass market alike.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2024 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Global nutraceutical manufacturer Sirio will debut its new PureOrganix range at the Vitafoods Europe trade show from May 14 to 16 to cater to growing consumer demand for organic formulations.
Ahiflower oil, a sustainable omega-rich fish oil alternative, has been approved for use in Turkey as a new human clinical trial has examined its mechanism of action to boost EPA levels.
An institution since 2000, this year the Oxford International Conference on the Science of Botanicals (ICSB) gathered over 300 scientists, regulators and industry professionals from across the globe for an immersive program of expert educational sessions...
“Oftentimes it feels like we are the first in our industry to ask some of these questions of our supply chain, there isn’t a playbook yet to use,” said Lindsay Dahl, Ritual's Chief Impact Officer.
Age is the last acceptable prejudice in product marketing, but it too appears to be dissolving as consumers rally against being defined by their years, according to active nutrition market insights consultancy Nutrition Integrated.
Brain health scientists from across the globe have come together to launch Alzheimer’s Prevention Day on May 15 to raise awareness of nutritional strategies for the prevention of cognitive decline.
There is a wide array of clinical benefits of fasting such as improved mood and cognition, balanced immune responses, enhanced energy, improvements in heart and metabolic health, weight management and more. But anyone who has fasted knows that it can...
NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce BIOMILQ, HelloBiome and Preebio as our 2024 Probiota Americas Pioneers for the upcoming Probiota Americas (June 10-12).
A focus on healthy aging, women’s health, sustainability initiatives and tech innovation can all be expected at the upcoming Vitafoods Europe tradeshow.
More consumers than ever are looking for innovative ways to support total mind and body wellness. But where is the next big innovation opportunity in the cognitive health space? dsm-fermenich has weighed in with its comprehensive nootropics report.
Protein consumption, quality sleep and hormone balance are all key in reframing how the industry considers the ‘healthy aging’ category, according to new insights from a Vitafoods webinar this week.
Following a hearing on April 23, a judge in the Eastern District of New York will allow the Natural Products Association to pursue a motion for a preliminary injunction against a new restrictive law, but the effort will be limited by Friday’s decision...
Lallemand Health Solutions and dsm-firmenich are partnering to launch new synergistic synbiotic solutions combining human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) and probiotics for for early-life nutrition.
New research is discovering a plethora of technologies and formulations to improve bioavailability of nutraceuticals to meet consumer demand for more efficacious products, according to new insights from a recent Vitafoods webinar.
“From both a consumer standpoint and from an industry standpoint, it's very hard to know what you can and can't do [with kratom],” industry lawyer Rick Collins told attendees at SupplySide East 2024.
