Antioxidants/carotenoids

NutraCast Podcast: Nina Mullen on Hilma's 'clinical herbal' category

13-Mar-2020 By Danielle Masterson

After looking in her medicine cabinet and finding that the natural options weren’t backed by science and science-backed products weren’t clean label, Nina Mullen and her two co-founders, Hilary Quartner and Lily Galef, came up with the brand Hilma.

Celsius continues to record fast earnings growth in energy drink category

13-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

Celsius continues its charge through the energy drink category by reporting 43% sales growth in its annual results released yesterday.

DolCas tackles liver and vascular health with botanical extracts: Study

10-Mar-2020 By Danielle Masterson

A new clinical study suggests branded botanical ingredient Bergacyn is effective in providing liver support.

News in Brief

Study: Why does orange flavonoid reverse obesity?

04-Mar-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

A molecule found in sweet oranges and tangerines could help to reverse obesity and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes, a new study in mice has reaffirmed, but their theory behind the mechanism of the effects has been ruled out.

Antioxidant supplements do not improve male fertility, claim researchers

03-Mar-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Antioxidant supplements do not improve semen quality among men with infertility, according to a new study claiming to be the largest randomised, placebo-controlled trial to examine the effects of antioxidants on male fertility without additional assisted...

‘Significant improvements in endurance performance’, says 1st meta-analysis of tart cherry benefits

02-Mar-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Tart cherry concentrate may boost endurance exercise performance, according to a new meta-analysis from Canada that pooled data from 10 separate studies.

Innovations in delivery systems

Tespo, Güdpod take different tacks to connect to end users

20-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz

Two innovators of delivery systems based on table top devices are moving in different directions in their quest to connect to consumers. Tespo is harnessing data in a drive to become more connected with end users at home, while Güdpod is focusing on where...

Sports Nutrition Summit 2020

Highlights from San Diego: Online reviews, influencers, latest research and more

19-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz, Danielle Masterson and Mary Ellen Shoup

The recent Sports Nutrition Summit brought cutting edge scientific and market insights to attendees who also had the opportunity to make important contacts with major players in the industry.

Mediterranean diet promotes gut bacteria linked to 'healthy aging' in older people: Study

19-Feb-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Diets high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, legumes and olive oil may impact gut bacteria by increasing bacteria diversity and curbing the advance of physical frailty and cognitive decline in older populations.

Herbalife notches $4.9 billion in annual sales despite hit in China

19-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz

Herbalife reported a 3% rise in sales for its full year, recording $4.9 billion in revenue. The increase was achieved even with sharp declines in China attributable to that country’s regulatory crackdown on multi level marketing companies.

China’s direct marketing crackdown hits NuSkin hard; COVID-19 will add insult to injury

17-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz

Provo, UT-based MLM NuSkin saw year-over-year revenues fall by 10% as a result of the continued regulatory pressure in China. The COVID-19 disease outbreak is expected to depress results even further in the coming year.

Asian aquatic herb combined with lutein suppresses cataracts in diabetes model

10-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz

An extract of a common Asian aquatic herb combined with lutein suppressed the development of cataracts in a rat model of diabetes, a new study has found.

NPA says email campaign helped forestall Illinois bills on weight loss, CBD products

06-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz

The Natural Products Association credits a grass roots pressure campaign with forestalling the advance of two troublesome Illinois State measures. One affects weight management supplements and the other CBD businesses.

Legacy eye health brand sees opportunity in blue light plague

03-Feb-2020 By Hank Schultz

EyePromise has added to its line of eye health supplements with products designed specifically to combat vision problems brought on by the increasing amount of blue light exposure from handheld devices.

Study: Algae strain could help reduce IBS symptoms

31-Jan-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumption of a previously unexplored strain of algae could improve IBS symptoms such as diarrhea, gas and bloating, according to a new study from California.

Nootropics brand founder rides out hard times to successful nationwide distribution

29-Jan-2020 By Hank Schultz

Personal experience with cognitive issues led entrepreneur Chris Miller to found a nootropic beverage brand that he says does a better job of helping him hold focus than do commonly recommended solutions.

'Naturally good': Natural astaxanthin top form for functionality and antioxidant activity - Review

29-Jan-2020 By Gary Scattergood

Natural astaxanthin from algae has been “undisputedly demonstrated” to be the most effective form of the ingredient for a variety of health benefits, according to a new review.

From the editor's desk

Sports Nutrition Summit to help separate evidence wheat from chaff

24-Jan-2020 By Hank Schultz

Sports nutrition is supported by vast troves of research. But the nature of the studies in the field mean careful picking and choosing is necessary to find the best evidence.

Want to win a NutraIngredients-USA Award? What are the judges looking for?

22-Jan-2020 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2020, but what are our stellar cast of judges looking for?

2020 predictions: Staff changes at FDA, CBD, personalization, and the microbiome

15-Jan-2020 By Stephen Daniells

The year is new and a lot of people are getting out their crystal balls. NutraIngredients-USA is no exception, and here are our top big issues that will impact the dietary supplements industry in this new decade.

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back! Submit your entries!

08-Jan-2020 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2020 have three new categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.

Study clouds picture of role of aronia extract in muscle growth

03-Jan-2020 By Hank Schultz

Aronia berry supplementation can increase signaling associated with muscle protein synthesis but doesn’t result in more muscle growth in the end, a study in rats has found.

'A leap forward': ANA proposes definition for Personalized Nutrition

23-Dec-2019 By Stephen Daniells

The recently formed American Nutrition Association has proposed a definition for “personalized nutrition”, which it says Is necessary for the acceptance, utilization, and expansion of the field.

DuPont-IFF merger will create €40 billion nutrition and flavour business

16-Dec-2019 By Nathan Gray

A mega-merger between International Flavors & Fragrances Inc (IFF) and DuPont nutrition & biosciences unit will create a new industry giant worth more than $45 billion (€40.4 billion), say those involved in the deal.

Peppermint essential oil leads the botanicals pack for IBS help: Meta-analysis

12-Dec-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Of the possible Western herbal medicines for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), peppermint essential oil is supported by the most science, but there are other emerging herbal preparations, says a new systematic review and meta-analysis from Australia.

New Fall product launches: CBD mints, hemp tea, menopause support, and more

10-Dec-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Product based on prickly pear extract takes aim at jet lag

10-Dec-2019 By Hank Schultz

An herbal product aimed at combating jet lag based on a prickly pear fruit extract has hit the US market.

Supplier offers test methods specific to its encapsulated ingredients

09-Dec-2019 By Hank Schultz

Encapsulation methods can skew test results if they are not properly accounted for in ingredients and/or finished product testing, a supplier cautions.

Safety review backs natural astaxanthin, but holds off on synthetic forms

06-Dec-2019 By Hank Schultz

A recent review of astaxanthin found evidence to support the safety of dosages of 12 mg up to 24 mg a day. But that applies to only to natural astaxanthin, not to the synthetic forms, the authors said.

DSM announces CEO succession plan with Feike Sijbesma to step down next year

04-Dec-2019 By Gary Scattergood

DSM CEO Feike Sijbesma will step down next year, handing over his responsibilities to Geraldine Matchett and Dimitri de Vreeze as co-CEO’s in February.

Nutrition organizations merge to champion personalized nutrition

27-Nov-2019 By Stephen Daniells

The newly formed American Nutrition Association is aiming to close the “nutrition gap” in our culture and healthcare systems through the power of personalized nutrition. We caught up with the organization’s CEO to find out more.

Givaudan snaps up Indena’s nutricosmetics unit as part of ongoing pact

27-Nov-2019 By Will Chu

Italian botanicals firm Indena is to sell its nutricosmetics business to Swiss flavours and fragrances specialist Givaudan in a deal that also involves a manufacturing and innovation partnership between the two firms.

Lawmakers ask IRS to expand health savings accounts to include nutritional supplements

25-Nov-2019 By Danielle Masterson

The bipartisan effort is picking up steam as more senators join the cost-reducing effort.

NIU’s Global Round-up: Antioxidants & telomere length in Brazilian kids, key immunity-boosting probiotic metabolite identified, and more

25-Nov-2019 By Stephen Daniells

What's happened this week around the Nutra-Verse? Stay on top of things with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.

What the industry needs to know about polypharmacology

18-Nov-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Historically, our healthcare system has been focused on sick care. One expert wants to put the spotlight on polypharmacology, a lesser-known technique used in well care.

NIU’s Global Round-up: Brazil supplement use, CBD’s novel foods status in Germany, and more

18-Nov-2019 By Stephen Daniells

What's happened this week around the Nutra-Verse? Stay on top of things with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.

Higher maternal lutein intake linked to better child behavior: Study

18-Nov-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Higher intakes of lutein during pregnancy are associated with better behavior regulation in the children at mid-childhood, suggests a new study from Tufts University and Harvard Medical School.

Astaxanthin supplement shows promise in brain health category: Two studies

13-Nov-2019 By Danielle Masterson

An antioxidant, astaxanthin has been linked to healthier skin, heart health, joint pain, and now, research suggests it may also reduce depression and stress in healthy subjects as well as improve memory in subjects with mild cognitive decline.

New eye health gummy hits market to combat blue light

08-Nov-2019 By Danielle Masterson

The amount of time people stare at a screen isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.

Fat fighting: Can Spirulina supplementation help weight loss?

07-Nov-2019 By Nathan Gray

Dietary intake of Spirulina can significantly reduce body weight, especially in obese individuals, finds a new meta-analysis of clinical data.

Editor's Spotlight

Personalized nutrition honing in on cost/benefit analysis for endpoints, data collection, expert says

06-Nov-2019 By Hank Schultz

Personalized nutrition is closing in on actionable endpoints that will help companies cost effectively help consumers take control of their personal health, an expert says.

Growing body of science supports cognitive role for lutein across the lifespan: Expert

06-Nov-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Studies have shown cognitive health benefits for lutein and zeaxanthin for the young and old, and a recent study showed the importance in college students, supporting a role for the carotenoids throughout life, says a leading researcher in the field.

Pilot Study finds almond consumption minimizes effects of wrinkles

30-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

New research using high-resolution imaging shows reduced measures of wrinkle width and severity in postmenopausal women who ate almonds as a daily snack.

Marinova presents latest fucoidan developments, casts wide net for applications

29-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Fucoidan-containing seaweeds have been used for centuries in Asia. It is only in recent years that the ingredient has gained a special interest in the western world as research gives rise to its many health benefits.

Maple leaf extract touts skin benefits

29-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Verdure Sciences are touting their newly debuted ingredient, with researchers suggesting that the maple leaf extract could be an alternative to Botox.

Quicksilver releases new enhanced CBD products

29-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

Colorado-based Quicksilver Scientific has joined the CBD bioavailability game with a new product line featuring the company’s proprietary liposomal delivery system.

Study: coffee bean extracts alleviate inflammation

28-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers are using coffee bean leftovers to study their role in alleviating chronic disease.

GNC rolls out personalized vitamin pack subscription service

17-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Called GNC4U, the new monthly subscription service from GNC is based on recommendations gleamed from individual health needs, lifestyle goals, and DNA analysis.

Personalized nutrition: Who’s driving M&A activity in the category?

15-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

We’re already seeing consolidation in the personalized nutrition space, with Nestlé Health Science and DSM just two of the multinationals putting their money into the category.

New palm fruit ingredient touts sustainability, health benefits

15-Oct-2019 By Hank Schultz

The developer of a new palm oil ingredient sourced from a reliably sustainable plantation intends to make a splash at SupplySide West trade with information on brain, heart health benefits.