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The NutraIngredients-USA Anti-Aging Forum 2016

Beauty-from-within category success will require a combination of topicals and supplements, say experts

29-Jul-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Marketers of supplements positioned for beauty-from-within need to tie-in closely with cosmetic beauty products to further develop the market, and supplements products should be packaged much more like cosmetic products, experts told viewers of the NutraIngredients-USA...

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Ketone esters boost endurance in elite athletes: Study

28-Jul-2016 By Shane STARLING

A ketone ester drink developed by an Oxford University start-up for the US Army has shown benefits to elite endurance athletes by unlocking “greater human metabolic potential.”

Consumer Reports names ‘15 supplement ingredients to avoid’

28-Jul-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Green tea extract, yohimbe, kava, and caffeine are among 15 ingredients to avoid in dietary supplements, according to Consumer Reports.

Study supports Ester-C’s enhanced bioavailability and retention

26-Jul-2016 By Stephen Daniells

The novel vitamin C formulation Ester-C increases levels of the vitamin in white blood cells (leukocytes) more than regular ascorbic acid, says a new study from NBTY and KGK Synergize.

Tespo: The ‘complete delivery system’ boosting compliance with liquid supplements

26-Jul-2016 By Stephen Daniells

With a dispenser that sits nicely on the counter, Tespo is aiming to boost compliance and deliver the daily nutrients and bioactives in a liquid.

Having the right research best way to weather nootropics storm, supplier says

21-Jul-2016 By Hank Schultz

Having the right science to back claims is the antidote to the potential contagion represented by issues surrounding so-called smart drugs, says a leading supplier.

Meta-analysis concludes meso-zeaxanthin improves performance of eye health formulations

18-Jul-2016 By Hank Schultz

A new meta-analysis strongly supports the use of meso-zeaxanthin along with lutein and zeaxanthin for use in eye health formulations.

AMA warns members about rise of nootropics

18-Jul-2016 By Hank Schultz

A new policy by the American Medical Association on nootropics once again highlights the blurred edges of what can legitimately be called a ‘dietary supplement.’

What's the size of the 'plant-based' food and beverage prize?

18-Jul-2016 By Elaine Watson

US retail sales of plant-based foods & beverages grew 3.4% to $4.9bn in the year to June 12, 2016, with particularly strong growth in cheese alternatives and refrigerated nut milks, according to new data from SPINS.

Special edition: Anti-aging

Fitting beauty within healthy aging not easily done but worth the effort, experts say

15-Jul-2016 By Hank Schultz

Fitting a beauty-from within brand message into a healthy aging product positioning is challenging but can have a huge payoff, brand holders say.

Special Edition: Anti-Aging

Seeing is believing: Managing consumer expectations for beauty from within products

15-Jul-2016 By Stephen Daniells

When consumers use beauty-from-within products they expect to see the effects in the mirror, and sometimes quickly, but this is actually more of an opportunity than a challenge, say experts.

Study elucidates threonate's role in magnesium transport in brain

12-Jul-2016 By Hank Schultz

A new paper sponsored by branded ingredient supplier AIDP has elucidated the way in which threonates boost the uptake of magnesium into the brain, the company announced recently.

Science, market forces, challenges and opportunities in the spotlight in Anti-Aging forum

11-Jul-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Experts from Nutrilite/Amway, Atrium Innovations, Unistraw, and CosmeticsDesign will discuss the challenges and opportunities in the beauty-from-within category in a FREE forum hosted by NutraIngredients-USA.

Shelved Massachusetts bill part of rising tide of attempts to regulate supplements at state level

05-Jul-2016 By Hank Schultz

A moribund Massachusetts bill that would have restricted the sale of certain dietary supplements is part and parcel of a rising tide of state bills that affect the industry, according to CRN.

Joint health rich field for innovation, panelists agree

01-Jul-2016 By Hank Schultz

Joint health is seen as an innovative category, whereas bone health is a more stable, mature market, said participants in yesterday’s Brand Panel in William Reed’s online Bone & Joint Health.  Experts from Jarrow Formulas, NBTY and NOW Foods participated...

Polyphenol and fiber from dried fruit, green tea, may attenuate blood sugar levels

01-Jul-2016 By Adi Menayang

There has been some evidence that polyphenols inhibit starch-digesting enzymes and fiber delays glucose absorption, lowering the glycemic index of some foods. A new study explores how the addition of polyphenol- and fiber- rich food together in a starchy...

Vitamin Shoppe rolls out new pea protein chips by i won! nationwide

28-Jun-2016 By Adi Menayang

With 20 grams of pea protein a pack, i won! chips are poised to sweep a nation of consumers lured by a plant-based diet and an active lifestyle.

Today! GNC, NBTY, Jarrow Formulas & NOW Foods headline Bone & Joint Health event

28-Jun-2016

Experts from some of the most recognizable brands in dietary supplements will discuss the market forces, science, supply chain, and future opportunities in bone and joint health in a FREE online event hosted by NutraIngredients-USA.

Long chain inulin & chitosan offer probiotic protection: Study

27-Jun-2016 By Natalie Morrison

A coating of long chain inulin and chitosan could offer better protection for probiotics in the gut, say researchers.

Federal GMO labeling bill hailed as 'true compromise,' but critics say it's woefully inadequate

23-Jun-2016 By Elaine Watson

Attempts to reach a federal GMO labeling solution have failed miserably to date. However, a bipartisan deal requiring mandatory GMO labeling (via smartlabels, symbols or as yet undetermined wording) thrashed out in the Senate on Thursday looks like it...

Network marketer launches new energy drink featuring Reader's Choice award-winning ingredient

23-Jun-2016 By Hank Schultz

Multilevel marketing company Jusuru has launched a liquid energy/healthy aging supplement that includes theacrine and branded ingredient Liquid BioCell, winner of a recent William Reed award.

EpiCor fermentate may improve gut health, function: Study

22-Jun-2016 By Stephen Daniells

EpiCor, the yeast fermentate from Embria, may reduce the detrimental effects associated with leaky gut, as well as the biochemical changes resulting from that damage, says a new study with lab rats.

Special edition: Bone & Joint Health

Are alternatives to glucosamine & chondroitin driving the joint health market?

22-Jun-2016 By Stephen Daniells

The category is reportedly growing, but established ingredients like glucosamine and chondroitin are declining as consumers look for alternatives. In this gallery, we will review the market, key ingredients, and some other key considerations for the joint...

Special Edition: Bone & Joint Health

Ingredients' form critical for successful bone health formula—or maybe not

22-Jun-2016 By Hank Schultz

An ideal bone health formulation would include the right amounts of certain minerals and vitamins. And the form of those substances is critical—or maybe not.

Special edition: Bone & Joint Health

Bone & Joint Health Quiz: Do you know your MSM from your ESM?

22-Jun-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Do you know what MSM stands for? How much is the global glucosamine market worth? Which ingredient is driving a lot of growth in the joint health sector?

Vitamin Angels in top 6% of charities rated by Charity Navigator

16-Jun-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Vitamin Angels has received another 4-star rating from Charity Navigator putting in above 94% of 8,000 charities reviewed by Charity Navigator in terms of financial health, accountability and transparency.

CRN: Dietary supplements industry contributes $122 billion, 750K jobs to US economy

08-Jun-2016 By Stephen Daniells

The US dietary supplements industry’s contributes over $120 billion to the US economy, or 0.68% of GDP, says a new report.

Nano-emulsions may boost beta-carotene availability from supplements

07-Jun-2016 By Stephen Daniells

The bioaccessibility of beta-carotene from commercial tablets and softgels is low, and could be significantly enhanced by using nano-emulsions, says a new study.

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IPA & Probiota Americas partnership set to break records this week

31-May-2016

Chicago will witness the biggest ever meeting of experts from the global pre- and probiotics industry, running today (May 31) until Thursday (June 2). The combined IPA World Congress and Probiota Americas event will unite more than 270 academics, business...

Study vets TeaCrine dose, finds positive results on energy, focus and mood

31-May-2016 By Hank Schultz

Compound Solutions continues to build the science backing for its TeaCrine ingredient with the release of a two-part study that showed improved concentration, energy and mood.

ConAgra Foods strikes $340m deal to sell Spicetec flavors and seasonings business to Givaudan

24-May-2016 By Elaine Watson

ConAgra Foods has struck a $340m deal to sell its Spicetec flavors and seasonings business to Givaudan as it continues to reshape its portfolio.

TABS Analytics Vitamins & Minerals Study: Are heavy users in decline?

23-May-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Heavy buyers of vitamin and mineral supplement products are in decline, according to new research from the TABS Analytics.

Special Edition: Contract manufacturing

Qualifying your contract manufacturer: The key questions to ask

19-May-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Asking for details of the quality program, and physically visiting a facility to audit it are just two of the top things that brand owners should do to qualify their contract manufacturer.

Plant-based and transparent: How contract manufacturers innovate in a global market

19-May-2016 By Adi Menayang

The old adage “customer is king” rings true to most industries. But for companies working mostly in the B2B space, like contract manufacturers, the end consumer sits on an even higher throne.

Valensa offers herring roe/perilla oil omega-3 formulation

16-May-2016 By Hank Schultz

The omega-3 sector continues to ramify in the direction of more complicated formulas with the addition of a new offering from Valensa based on herring roe and perilla oil.

Study supports bioavailability and tolerability of herring roe oil as an omega-3 source

11-May-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Herring roe is an effective and highly tolerable way of boosting omega-3 levels in the body, according to results of a new randomized, single-blind, crossover trial.

Grape juice giant Welch’s eyes supplements industry with FruitWorx

10-May-2016 By Adi Menayang

The company says that FruitWorx can offer a new way of delivering the nutritional benefits of grapes, as well as providing combinations with other nutrients through infusion.

The retail buyer’s guide to new products at the Healthy & Natural Show: Supplements

06-May-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Walking the floor at the Healthy & Natural Show and looking for the new and innovative? We round-up the new products in the supplement aisles.

Tech solutions to show health effects in real time seen as new hope in supplement investment picture

04-May-2016 By Hank Schultz

Having the right team to execute on an idea is the key to attracting investment capital, experts say. But finding the right idea, that’s a bit more of a stretch and can provide a bigger payoff.

Founding member AstaReal withdraws from NAXA

02-May-2016 By Hank Schultz

Founding member AstaReal has withdrawn from the Natural Algae Astaxanthin Association, while at the same time the association announced a new member, Chinese company Yunnan Alphy Biotech Company, Ltd.

Fruit d'Or to highlight cranberry probiotic in confection prototype at Healthy & Natural Show

28-Apr-2016 By Hank Schultz

Fruit d’Or is following the lead of some other probiotics suppliers by pushing its LactoCran cranberry seed powder/probiotic combination into the confectionary category.

Fish oil, cocoa & plant sterols: The winning combination against heart disease?

28-Apr-2016 By Will Chu

Combining fish oil, cocoa extract and plant sterols food supplements could offer an effective defence against heart disease, a new study suggests.  

Special edition: Omega-3s

Krill oil suppliers offer higher concentrations, new product forms to help regain lost sales momentum

21-Apr-2016 By Hank Schultz

Innovation in the krill oil sector is gathering momentum, a development which could perhaps help to halt the sales decline currently afflicting the ingredient in the US market.

New patent adds to NAI's already bulging CarnoSyn IP portfolio

19-Apr-2016 By Hank Schultz

Natural Alternatives International has filed another patent to add to its suite of IP around its CarnoSyn beta alanine ingredient. 

New lubrication excipient removes last hurdle in way of 100% organic supplements, developers say

13-Apr-2016 By Hank Schultz

A partnership between Ribus and Biogrund has surmounted one the chief hurdles on the way to a 100% organic supplement. The pair says its new ingredient, Nu-Rice Extra Lube, can eliminate the need for noncompliant lubrication excipients.

CRN to launch industry-wide dietary supplement product registry

13-Apr-2016 By Stephen Daniells

The Council for Responsible Nutrition’s Board has unanimously authorized the creation of an industry-wide dietary supplement product registry to be launched by the end of the year.

Chr Hansen posts strong Q2 results – but nutrition growth ‘modest’

Downturn in yoghurt probiotic use propped up by supplements: Chr Hansen CFO

07-Apr-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Chief financial officer (CFO) for ingredients giant Chr Hansen says there has been a downturn in use of probiotics in yoghurts over the last five years due to the EU’s ban on the term – but food supplements are weathering the storm. 

AIDP to market and distribute Plandaí’s Phytofare Catechin Complex

05-Apr-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Functional ingredients supplier AIDP will to market and distribute Plandaí Biotechnology, Inc.’s Phytofare  Catechin Complex to the functional foods and nutraceutical industries.

5-Hour Energy awarded $20 million in counterfeiting case

05-Apr-2016 By Adi Menayang

5-Hour Energy has settled its claims against most of the more than 70 defendants named in a high-profile, consolidated lawsuit concerning a nationwide counterfeit operation.

Mannatech to launch new weight management line in bid to regain momentum

30-Mar-2016 By Hank Schultz

Mannatech, a network marketing company founded on its patented ‘glyconutrient’ line of dietary supplements, is set to unveil a new weight management line the company hopes will boost results after a lukewarm earnings report.