Antioxidants/carotenoids

Aronia extract shows potential for psychomotor benefits: Study

21-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

An extract from aronia berries may improve psychomotor speed, compared to placebo, suggests a new study from Europe.

Dietary supplement usage changes & increases during pandemic, says new Ipsos-CRN survey

20-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Forty-three percent of dietary supplement users have changed their regimens during the COVID-19 pandemic to boost overall usage, says a new survey by IPSOS commissioned by CRN that hints at lasting changes to their approach to supplementation.

‘Ground-breaking research’: Micromicellar formulation boosts carotenoid bioavailability in RCT

19-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Using a micromicellar formulation of lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin led to significantly higher increases in serum levels of the carotenoids, compared to other formulations, says a new study from Ireland.

Vitamin Shoppe COO: ‘Immunity is strong but demand for foundational health, sleep, & stress products is growing’

17-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

While sales of immunity health products have been strong for most of 2020, consumer interest in other categories is also surging, from sleep and stress management to a resurgence in sports nutrition, says the COO of The Vitamin Shoppe.

Curcumin plus iron combination may boost levels of key brain health marker: RCT

14-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of curcumin and ferrous sulphate may boost levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which has been described as an important neurotrophic factor participating in memory and learning.

Lipoic acid supplements may aid weight control for obese people

13-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of lipoic acid may help lower body fat and body weight in overweight but otherwise healthy people, says a new study.

Herbalife records record volumes in second quarter

10-Aug-2020 By Hank Schultz

Herbalife reported a record quarter in terms of product volumes. Sales soared in North America and were up strongly in China as well.

Online China expansion: Nestle’s personalised nutrition brand Persona reveals e-commerce strategy

10-Aug-2020 By Tingmin Koe

Persona, a Nestle Health Science-acquired personalised nutrition brand, will be opening flagship stores on Tmall and JD to make its products more widely available to consumers in China via e-commerce.

Guest article

New Dietary Ingredients: Will FDA protect consumers from pirates and piggybackers?

05-Aug-2020 By Steve Mister, President & CEO, Council for Responsible Nutrition

Why is it so hard to get FDA to enforce the law when it comes to NDIs?

COVID-19: An opportunity to address urgent nutrition education gaps

05-Aug-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

There is an urgent need to provide evidence-based nutrition education to health professionals and this pandemic may be the perfect catalyst for this change.

Avenanthramides suppress inflammation, muscle damage in downhill running test

03-Aug-2020 By Hank Schultz

Avenanthramides, a class of antioxidant molecules found only in oats, were shown to reduce markers of inflammation in a downhill running trial conducted with young people of both sexes.

Commentary article of the week

Pandemic could be lever to open up new era in health claims

31-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

The dietary supplement industry has an opportunity to help shape the debate about optimal health in wake of the pandemic crisis.

Is FDA open to entertaining an NDI for CBD products?

30-Jul-2020 By Stephen Daniells

The US Food and Drug Administration may be willing to sit down with a company about a possible NDI submission for full-spectrum hemp extracts, says Steve Mister, president and CEO of the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN).

Unibar President: “Just addressing blue light protection is no longer enough”

28-Jul-2020 By Danielle Masterson

As people continue to adapt to the “new normal,” the shift means trading in class and work for Zoom meetings, in-person gatherings to online events and spending more time under the sun.

Usana notches sales gain despite pandemic disruptions

23-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

Network marketing company Usana turned in solid results in its second quarter despite the interruption of face-to-face selling and recruitment that is the core of the MLM model.

Nitrates in amaranth boost aerobic performance, study finds

14-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

An extract of amaranth was shown to boost the aerobic capacity of young male subjects in a cycling test, a study has found.

Avocado pulp may speed post-exercise cardiovascular recovery: RCT

09-Jul-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming avocado pulp prior to aerobic exercise may accelerate cardiovascular recovery after exercise, with blood pressure and heart rate returning to normal levels faster than placebo, suggests a small study from Brazil.

Cost cutting helps algae producer Cyanotech post slim profit

07-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

Hawaiian algae producer Cyanotech Corporation has posted a slim profit in its year end earnings report, mostly through aggressive cost cutting. That contrasted with a sharp loss for the previous year.

New NZ sports nutrition brand touts benefits of pro and antioxidants balance in NZ blackcurrants

06-Jul-2020 By Tingmin Koe

New Zealand sports nutrition firm 2before Performance Nutrition has launched a blackcurrant powder beverage that enhances exercise performance and recovery by providing a balanced amount of pro and antioxidants.

Ingredient from buckwheat shows immune fitness promise via unique pathway, developer asserts

02-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

An ingredient new to the market could help support immune health via a unique pathway, according to the developers. The ingredient, dubbed 2-HOBA, is said to foster immune fitness by improving vascular system function.

Amway/Nutrilite explores novel botanical formula to improve eye fatigue and dry eye

25-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of lutein, zeaxanthin, plus extracts of blackcurrant, chrysanthemum, and goji berry may improve measures of eye fatigue associated with extended time in front of screens, says a new study from the Nutrilite Health Institute in Shanghai.

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.

Apple polyphenols cut UV effects in skin, study shows

18-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

Chinese ingredient developer BGG World says new data shows its apple polyphenol ingredient can lessen skin darkening with UV exposure.

NAD cites superfood marketer for video implying coronavirus claim

04-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

The National Adverting Division has joined in the battle against coronavirus disease claims by advising a company marketing a superfoods blend to take down a video that NAD says crosses the line.

Cranberries may enhance metabolic and liver benefits of weight loss diet: RCT

02-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Adding a cranberry supplement to a weight loss diet program may improve insulin, insulin resistance, and key liver enzyme levels in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), says a new study.

Brain-eye axis: New Zealand firms reveal potential of nootropics for eye health

28-May-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

Eye health may be the next big opportunity for nootropics products that are more traditionally known for their cognitive and energy benefits.

‘Remarkable findings’ reported in RCT on citrus and olive polyphenols for heart health

27-May-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Eight weeks of supplementation with a combination of citrus flavones and flavanones and olive polyphenols led to “remarkable” improvements in markers of heart health, report Spanish researchers.

Glutathione supplement debuts based on data showing immediate benefits

19-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

A supplement brand has debuted built around an ingredient the manufacturer claims can boost cellular glutathione levels within 90 minutes.

Nutracast Podcast: Dr. Paul Clayton on cellular aging

15-May-2020 By Danielle Masterson

In recent years, research on aging has seen some major advancements, including the discovery that the rate of aging is controlled, at least to some extent. And according to Dr. Paul Clayton, who has researched, written and presented about the process...

Advanced.GG puts Nutrition 21’s nooLVL front and center in the gaming & esports category

13-May-2020 By Stephen Daniells

The gaming and esports supplements category is dominated by one big brand, but one recent entrant is looking to grow its presence in the category with close links to key gaming superstars and putting a key ingredient front and center.

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.

Hamilton takes reins at OmniActive as company reconfigures for next growth phase

11-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

Indian ingredient supplier OmniActive has brought industry veteran Jim Hamilton on as its new CEO as part of a corporate restructuring.

News in brief

Lessons learned during Chinese regulatory crackdown help Nu Skin weather crisis

11-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

Nu Skin Enterprises says online functionality has helped it post better than expected results even as the global pandemic crisis hamstrings the core face-to-face concept of the multi level marketing model.

CRN’s Mister: ‘This could be a sea change for the industry as consumers take more interest in their health’

07-May-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Consumers are turning to dietary supplements in record numbers, but the industry must deliver on the results the products are promising if the industry is to convert them to long term customers, says Steve Mister.

Report: “Calm” resonates with consumers

06-May-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Recent research suggests that some brands may want to calm down their messaging.

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NutraIngredients global teams to host series of immunity-focused webinars

04-May-2020 By Will Chu

NutraIngredients’ teams worldwide are to host the first ever co-ordinated series of webinars looking at immunity, with a focus on the microbiome, active nutrition, clinical research and botanicals.

Unibar targets eye health category with new capsanthin ingredient

30-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Texas-based Unibar has launched a new eye health ingredient derived from Capsicum annum that is standardized to 50% capsanthin.

Mixed carotenoids may protect skin from within: Amway RCT

23-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Oral consumption of mixed-carotenoids may protect human skin against both UVB-induced erythema and UVA-induced pigmentation and support “beauty from within”, says a new study.

BGG to double capacity at astaxanthin farm in southwestern China

22-Apr-2020 By Hank Schultz

Chinese astaxanthin supplier Algae Health Science, a subsidiary of BGG World, has announced an expansion of its photobioreactor farming facility that will make it one of the biggest, if not the biggest, sources of the carotenoid in the world.

‘I’m not sure the current demand is a true reflection of what the market will support,’ says Gemini Pharma CEO

22-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Skyrocketing consumer interest in dietary supplements is placing increasing demands on a supply chain straining under national and international efforts to contain the novel Coronavirus, but could this be creating artificial demand?

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Lycored builds transparency during lockdown with virtual farm tour

22-Apr-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

A global health and wellness firm is making the most of a suddenly captive online audience by building trust and transparency through a live stream of the fields where it grows the tomatoes for its skin care supplement.

NOW CEO: ‘March was unprecedented in the history of the company’

14-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Many dietary supplement companies are experiencing surging sales as consumers seek out health-promoting products, and Chicago-based NOW is no different. The company experienced “incredible” sales in March, but ingredient supply bottlenecks and the economic...

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