Dairy-based ingredients

WHO AI tool to clampdown on infant formula marketing

20-Sep-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The World Health Organisation (WHO) Europe is calling on consumers to use its newly developed artificial intelligence (AI) tool in order to clampdown and regulate the promotion of harmful products targeted at children.

SIG and AnaBio Technologies launch market first long-life probiotic yoghurt

06-Sep-2023 By Olivia Brown

Packaging specialists SIG, together with nanotechnology experts AnaBio, have unveiled the market’s first global launch of a long-life probiotic yoghurt within shelf-stable aseptic packaging.

Precision microbiome engineering study: "The level of control and precision of engraftment that we have achieved is unprecedented"

05-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Bacteria found in the gut of nursing infants combined with breast milk sugars may lead to live biotherapeutics and ultimately be a game-changer for the gut health of adults.

NutraCast: Helaina charts new territory with breast milk proteins from precision fermentation

24-Aug-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Helaina is pioneering modern nutrition with breast milk proteins developed outside the body via precision fermentation. The biotech company is writing the safety playbook on novel bioactive proteins and to help with this, Helaina hired a nutritional sciences...

Novozymes and Arla Foods Ingredients partner to develop ingredients with precision fermentation

10-Aug-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Novozymes and Arla Foods Ingredients have partnered to develop advanced protein ingredients using precision fermentation, with a focus on solutions for disease-specific medical nutrition.

Research notes impact of season and infant gender on HMO composition in breast milk

31-May-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

New research reveals differences in breast milk HMO levels in secretor and non secretor Israeli mothers to male and female babies, as well as revealing how composition changes with the seasons.

Helaina moves to large-scale commercialization, debuts bioactive protein

18-May-2023 By Danielle Masterson

After founding Helaina in 2019, the company’s CEO said she is building a precision fermentation platform to manufacture bioactive proteins.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients unveils a holistic solution for the gut-muscle axis

11-May-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

The company’s three-in-one ingredient brings the benefits of protein, probiotics and prebiotic cultures and offers product manufacturers a holistic solution for the performance and active nutrition market.

TurtleTree’s animal-free lactoferrin LF+ promises to democratize highly-prized, scarce multifunctional milk protein

07-Apr-2023 By Elizabeth Crawford

Known as pink gold for its iron-rich rosy hue, high price point and supply scarcity, the bioactive milk protein lactoferrin has been mostly limited to infant formula and dietary supplements in small doses – but that could soon change thanks to advances...

Algarithm ramps up competition in omega-3 market with new partnership

28-Mar-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Canadian algae-based omega-3 manufacturer Algarithm Ingredients recently signed a multi-year manufacturing deal with Seafood giant Thai Union Ingredients (TUI). TUI signed on for a multi-year manufacturing partnership, including collaboration at TUI’s...

Deadline extended for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards!

27-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

You still have time to enter this year’s NutraIngredients-USA Awards after we extended the deadline for entries to Monday, April 10.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Vera Mogna, CEO of Probiotical SpA

22-Mar-2023 By Danielle Masterson

For Vera Mogna, the interest in microbiology and a foundation firmly rooted in research goes back several generations, starting with her great grandfather, then her grandfather and most recently her father, Giovanni.

FDA commissioners calls for supplements listing, wider regulatory changes

01-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Robert Califf, MD, Commissioner of Food and Drugs, has stated his hope for an “an improved framework to appropriately regulate dietary supplements”, including product listing.

'A fantastic event': 6 reasons to attend NutraIngredients-USA’s Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2023

12-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2023 is just two months away! Bridging the science and business of the sports and active nutrition categories, SANS is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…

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We want to hear from you! NutraIngredients-USA survey assesses state of industry

07-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Are your supply chain challenges easing? Did you have to reformulate products because of ingredient shortages? Which ingredients will burn brightest in 2023? Will we see a renewed push for mandatory product listing for dietary supplements?

LC40 probiotic significantly reduces gastrointestinal infections in C-section infants

29-Nov-2022 By Asia Sherman

A probiotic isolated from human breast milk may reduce gastrointestinal infections in infants born by Cesarean section by up to 73%, according to recent review published in the Frontiers in Pediatrics journal.

PanTheryx launches extra-strength colostrum supplement for health care practitioners

15-Nov-2022 By Asia Sherman

Bovine colostrum supplier PanTheryx is introducing Life’s First Naturals PRO, an extra-strength immune support and digestive health supplement formulated for the health care practitioner channel.

Sports & Active Nutrition Summit: Early bird discount expires this week

10-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With expert speakers confirmed from GNC, NOW, Advanced.gg, Floyds of Leadville, cbdMD, JSchall Consulting, TYM Performance, SPINS, NYU Tisch Institute for Global Sport, and more, the upcoming Sports & Active Nutrition Summit is not to be missed.

Sports & Active Nutrition Summit to focus on esports, CBD, regulatory landscape, and more

31-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Save the Date! NutraIngredients-USA’s Sports & Active Nutrition Summit returns to San Diego, February 15-17, 2023. The event brings together scientists, formulators, consultants, and regulatory experts to move the sports nutrition category forward.

Egg powder may be the next supplement to take on malnutrition

20-Sep-2022 By Danielle Masterson

New research suggests egg powder may be the key to tackling malnutrition in developing countries. Because eggs are not widely available in areas impacted by malnutrition, researchers point to egg powder as an inexpensive and convenient alternative.

7 key takeaways from the CRN-ACI Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Summit

05-Jul-2022 By Stephen Daniells

NDIs, drug preclusions, the CBD stalemate, actions at the State level, and an impending supply chain nightmare around plastics were just some of the highlights from a recent conference in New York City.

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CSL USA Inc. boosts global probiotics capacity with new fermentation facility

22-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

CSL USA Inc. (Cultures Supporting Life) has announced the opening of an 80,000 sq. ft. fermentation facility in Wisconsin to produce food ingredients and cultures, bacterial cultures, and probiotics.

‘Possible opportunity’: ANZ infant nutrition firms gear up for US market entry amid formula shortage

24-May-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Some infant formula manufacturers from Australia and New Zealand are preparing their US market debut amid the current shortages across the country.

Formula for success? NZ channels USD$750,000 for goat milk healthy ageing research to boost exports

02-May-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

New Zealand is ploughing in cash to boost its goat milk formula industry by funding research to assess the impact on healthy ageing, from digestive to muscle health, and overall nutritional status.

NutraCast: MycoTechnology on creating novel ingredients with mushrooms

29-Apr-2022 By Danielle Masterson

MycoTechnology has partnered with brands to deliver foods, beverages, and supplements by harnessing the metabolic engine of mushrooms to create novel ingredients. The Colorado-based functional ingredients platform leverages a proprietary mushroom fermentation...

What supplement companies need to know about new FDA allergens guidance

22-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new FDA draft guidance on food allergens lays out the factors the Agency will use to evaluate the risk posed by substances beyond the nine major allergens now on or soon to be added to the list.

PanTheryx debuts novel colostrum and probiotic combination

21-Apr-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The company says colostrum is an ideal partner for probiotics since it can promote the growth and colonization of microbial strains.

Wegmans announces “Verified with Confidence” program for supplements

13-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

NSF will administer the new program announced by grocery chain Wegmans, which will cover all supplements, herbals, probiotics, and CBD products sold at its 106 stores.

2022 NutraIngredients-USA Awards: Last call for entries!

06-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The extended deadline to submit entries for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards is fast approaching – submit your entries now for your chance to join our Hall of Fame!

Cara Welch named permanent director of ODSP at FDA

11-Mar-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The US Food and Drug Administration has announced that Dr Cara Welch will be the new permanent director of its Office of Dietary Supplement Programs. The announcement was welcomed by industry trade groups.

FDA’s final voluntary recall guidance provides easy to follow road map, experts say

04-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

The US Food and Drug Administration has finalized a guidance on issuing recalls that first issued in draft form in 2019. The document’s plain language should help ensure compliance, experts contacted by NutraIngredients-USA agree.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards: What are our judges looking for?

24-Feb-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With five weeks left until the closing date for entries for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2022, we’re often asked about the judging process, so here’s what you need to know…

Six ingredient categories open for entries in NutraIngredients-USA Awards

31-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2022, with six categories dedicated to the best and most innovative ingredients.

See you in San Diego! Our plans to proceed with the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit

13-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA remains committed to hosting its Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA, February 14-16 in San Diego.

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

12-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2022 with new two categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.

Hear directly from the CEOs of The Vitamin Shoppe, NOW & Pharmavite

06-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA’s Business Leaders Forum is back, so sign up for FREE to get insights from CEOs from some of the industry’s leading companies.

Study shows plant-based protein matches whey for muscle mass, strength

03-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Omnivores and vegans experienced similar muscle mass and strength benefits from whey or plant-protein supplements, respectively, says a new study from Brazil.

A casein point: Method to ‘drive innovation’ by blending cow's milk with plant protein

22-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

Researchers have detailed a new method of supplementing cow milk with vegetable protein, which the team believes may open opportunities to create new functional, multisourced dairy products.

The Business Leaders Forum is back! Join us in January for insights from the top

16-Dec-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Start 2022 with insights from CEOs from some of the industry’s leading companies in a wide-ranging, interactive, and FREE webinar on NutraIngredients-USA.

Canadian firm cracks code for viable immune health ingredient from egg yolks

16-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

A Canadian company has harnessed natural proteins found in egg yolks to bring new immune support supplements to market, all based on an improved extraction technology.

CRN survey: 80% of Americans are now using dietary supplements

22-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Americans have turned to dietary supplements in record numbers over the past two years, with the numbers of users hitting new highs, and confidence in the effectiveness, safety and quality remaining impressively high, according to CRN’s 2021 Consumer...

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Yakult and APC Microbiome Ireland launch gut-brain axis consumer guide

15-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Yakult UK and Ireland has launched a guide to the gut-brain axis, in collaboration with APC Microbiome Ireland, after research revealed that just 29% of consumers have heard of this link.

Chr. Hansen publishes first scientific study of HMO mix in natural concentrations in infant formula

30-Aug-2021 By Jim Cornall

Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are the third most abundant components exclusively found in human breast milk.

HR exec: ‘Competition for talent across virtually all disciplines is as intense as I have seen it during my career’

13-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Turnover of employees across the US is increasing, presenting companies with the challenge of recruiting. In the second of our two articles on the changing HR landscape, NutraIngredients-USA explores the challenges of recruiting good people in a competitive...

HR exec: ‘In 20+ years, I’ve never experienced a labor market as fluid & as unpredictable as the current market’

12-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

As the US economy surges back, many industries are bracing themselves for a tsunami of employee turnover. In the first of our two articles on the changing HR landscape, NutraIngredients-USA explores the challenges of staff retention and how the dietary...

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