Polyphenols

At 35 year anniversary, HerbalGram represents pinnacle of herbal info world

09-Aug-2018 By Hank Schultz

HerbalGram has grown into one of the world’s most influential herbal medicine journals as it celebrates its 35th anniversary. Founder Mark Blumenthal says he’s certain he made the right decision almost 30 years ago to give the publication away.

Drinking tart cherry juice may improve gut health, says new study

08-Aug-2018 By Adi Menayang

Researchers looked at how bacteria found in the human gut interact with tart cherry concentrate—both in a petri dish and in a human trial.

Researchers find blood sugar management potential in grape pomace supplementation

07-Aug-2018 By Adi Menayang

A pilot study explored the effects of supplementation of a winemaking byproduct in 10 healthy women. The researchers found potential blood sugar management properties in the supplement.

IOC provides point of reference for supplement use amongst athletes

27-Jul-2018 By Will Chu

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has made available a reference infographic for athletes and dietary supplement users to help decide whether to take or avoid a supplement.

Phytonutrient boom? Extraction tech and science-backed NPD will help, says Frost & Sullivan

26-Jul-2018 By Kacey Culliney

There are significant opportunities in global phytonutrients to develop superior variants and innovative delivery formats through extraction technology advances, according to a report from Frost & Sullivan.

Polyphenol extract helps elderly subjects cut their 'mental age'

25-Jul-2018 By Hank Schultz

A polyphenol rich extract of grape and blueberry has been shown to improve a specific memory marker among older subjects suffering from cognitive decline. The results were characterized as having lowered the subjects' ‘mental age.’

Coffee consumption has limited effects on cognitive function in later life: Meta-analysis

20-Jul-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Coffee consumption has minimal impact on cognitive function in mid- to later life, according to the findings of an international meta-analysis.

Burning out at work? French oak wood extract may help, says study

13-Jul-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with an extract from French oak wood may help reduce symptoms of fatigue associated with burnout syndrome, says a new pilot study from Italy.

Review backs green tea, other polyphenols for improving sperm health by cutting oxidative stress

11-Jul-2018 By Hank Schultz

Fertility is an area rarely touched by dietary ingredients. A recent review by Chinese researchers shows that certain polyphenols may in the near future be able to make claims in this area by reducing inflammation that could damage sperm cells.

NAD ruling reaffirms that science on ingredients shouldn’t be extrapolated to cover finished formulation

06-Jul-2018 By Hank Schultz

The National Advertising Division has recommended that a sports nutrition marketer discontinue claims made on a supplement marketed to triathletes that purported to boost their oxygen uptake capacity and speed recovery.

Italian ministry move to simplify botanical production for supplement use

06-Jul-2018 By Will Chu

The Italian Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies (MIPAAF) has approved legislation that simplifies the cultivation, harvesting and processing of botanical plants potentially used for food supplements.

Meta-analysis supports 'cardio-metabolic' benefits of anthocyanins

06-Jul-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplements containing anthocyanins — polyphenolic pigments found in plants such as berries — may improve insulin resistance, as well as cholesterol levels, according to a meta-analysis of 19 clinical trials.

Nestlé study explores how cocoa polyphenols affect gene expression

12-Jun-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming a polyphenol-rich cocoa powder leads to multiple changes in gene expression linked to inflammation, says a new study from Nestlé.

USDA outlines three prong plan to detect and prevent fraud in organic

30-May-2018 By Elizabeth Crawford

The US Department of Agriculture has launched a comprehensive and aggressive three-prong approach to detect and prevent fraud in the organic industry, after the discovery last year that some imports from Eastern Europe were falsely labeled as organic,...

Fruit d'Or, Hydromer cooperate on cranberry/carvacrol ingredient that trades on synergistic effects

11-May-2018 By Hank Schultz

Altering microbiomes is not only about what to add; it’s also about what to take away. Cranberry supplier Fruit d’Or is pursuing the latter course with a partnership with Hydromer Inc. for an antibacterial topical product.

Personalization and the microbiome in precision medicine: Probiota Americas 2018 program revealed

07-May-2018 By Stephen Daniells

From the microbiome in precision medicine to personalized probiotics for sports nutrition, and from next-gen analytical advances to how online customer engagement is driving the market, Probiota Americas will again bridge the science and business of the...

April new product launches: Omega-3 for skin, bliss for the microbiome, and ‘fiber for her’

26-Apr-2018 By Adi Menayang

New products launched recently include a prebiotic powder containing a blend of inulin and polyphenols, a fiber powder with collagen targeting women, and soft gels rich with algal omega-3 positioned for skincare.

Inquiries about supplement-drug interactions on rise, ABC says

26-Apr-2018 By Hank Schultz

Actual adverse events attributed to supplement-drug interactions are rare. Nevertheless, inquiries about the risks are on the rise, according to the American Botanical Council.

Blueberry supplementation may impact gut microbiota and inflammation

25-Apr-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Anthocyanin-rich blueberries may change the composition of our gut microbiota and produce improvements in systemic inflammation, suggests a new study with rats.

News in brief

Sabinsa awarded $850,000 in curcuminoids patent suit

24-Apr-2018 By Hank Schultz

Sabinsa Corporation has prevailed in a patent infringement lawsuit against an Indian competitor based on the intellectual property supporting its Curcumin C3 Reduct technology.

Study grant to open new door for antioxidants in role of lessening CVD risk in diabetic young women

18-Apr-2018 By Hank Schultz

A research study that is just getting under way will look at the effects of antioxidants in maintaining vascular health and lessening cardiovascular disease risk among younger women with Type 1 diabetes.

Olive oil backing: Academics back new online resource to promote health benefits

18-Apr-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Academics, nutritionists and pharmacist have given their backing to a new an online resource dedicated to increasing awareness of extra virgin olive oil and other olive products, and to combat 'misinformation' about fats and oils.

Curcumin trial retraction latest in long line for retired researcher

13-Apr-2018 By Will Chu

Journal chief editors have cited 'inconsistencies in experimental rigour' concerning a curcumin anti-cancer trial, co-authored by a researcher with a history of multiple study retractions.

Positivity reigns! Results of the 2nd annual NutraIngredients-USA reader survey

11-Apr-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Results of the 2nd annual NutraIngredients-USA reader survey are in, and the responses are hugely positive for the dietary supplements industry.

Better bioavailability: Novel curcumin formulation could overcome absorption issues

06-Apr-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

The use of a gamma-cyclodextrin formulation in curcumin supplements could provide a significant boost to bioavailability, say researchers who report a 39-fold improvement versus standardised unformulated curcumin.

Fruit d'Or joins DNA testing effort in move to raise cranberry quality bar

28-Mar-2018 By Hank Schultz

Canadian cranberry supplier Fruit d’Or has taken another step in its crusade to combat cranberry adulteration by becoming a member of the Tru ID testing protocol, developed at the University of Guelph.

Despite murky understanding, prebiotics market booms on general interest in microbiome health, exec says

20-Mar-2018 By Hank Schultz

Prebiotics are riding a wave of consumer interest in microbiome health, a sales executive says. The ingredients themselves are still poorly understood but continue to ride the coattails of probiotics, he said.

In conversation with Jas Krdzalic, CEO of BodyBuilding.com

‘Our content helps people not quit early on in their fitness journey’: BodyBuilding.com CEO

14-Mar-2018 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA traveled to Boise, Idaho to the HQ of BodyBuilding to catch up with its (relatively new) CEO, Jas Krdzalic, to talk about a wide variety of topics. In Part 3 we cover the company’s approach to education and content, and how these...

Expansion, expertise and supply chain strength: How ex-Swisse execs hope to support Elle Macpherson's WelleCo brand

13-Mar-2018 By Gary Scattergood

An investment fund comprised of key execs formerly behind Swisse Wellness is pumping cash into Elle McPherson's WelleCo brand, with a focus on providing operational leadership, growth in the US and China, and help to boost supply chain and sourcing...

Transition of Innophos into human nutrition company boosts sales, growth potential

07-Mar-2018 By Hank Schultz

Two strategic acquisitions in the human nutrition ingredient space are helping Innophos, a chemical company with a foundation in specialty phosphates, boost revenue and execute on its strategic vision.

Could wine polyphenols help protect against gum disease and dental fillings?

27-Feb-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

Compounds found in red wine can help stop harmful bacteria to sticking to teeth and gums, claims research published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

View from the Editor's Chair

Where’s the innovation in dietary supplements? Part 2: From delivery to personalization

15-Feb-2018 By Stephen Daniells

In part 2 of my two part series on innovation, I will look at innovation in delivery techniques and the rise of customization and personalization in dietary supplements.

View from the Editor's Chair

Where’s the innovation in dietary supplements? Part 1: From supply chain to new science

15-Feb-2018 By Stephen Daniells

A couple of years ago the CEOs of some of the industry’s specialist retailers were lamenting what they saw as a lack of innovation in dietary supplements, but there is much to be excited about in dietary supplements and innovation is everywhere.

Curcumin supplement takes the pain out of rugby tackle after-effects, finds study

09-Feb-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

Meriva, a proprietary lecithin-based delivery form of curcumin, significantly reduced pain and enhanced physical function in injured rugby players, according to a recent study in the European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences.

Personalization mostly a matter of statistical analysis for Styr Labs founder

02-Feb-2018 By Hank Schultz

The application of statistical techniques to personalized nutrition has allowed Sergio Radovcic, founder of supplement marketer Styr Labs, to take the concept to new levels of sophistication.

NutraIngredients-USA 2018 predictions, Part 2: From CBD, Amazon, personalization & more

31-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Carrying on from Part 1 yesterday, we round out our predictions for the US dietary supplements industry in 2018, including CBD, transparency, personalized nutrition, Amazon, the food-supplement interface, and Congress.

NutraIngredients-USA 2018 predictions, Part 1: The microbiome, adaptogens, nootropics & more

30-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

As the New Year begins, NutraIngredients-USA looks at some of the big trends, hot ingredients, and strong influences affecting the US dietary supplements industry in 2018.

Studies drill down to how elderberry ingredient provides immune support via microbial reaction in gut

29-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

Developing research in the area of gut health and its connection to immune support has opened a new door for flavonoid-rich ingredients, a supplier says.

Curcumin trial bolsters brain-boosting link

25-Jan-2018 By Will Chu

A dose of curcumin supplements twice daily is enough to enhance memory and mood in people with mild, age-related memory loss, according to a UCLA study.

Unilever’s black tea circulation claim rejected by EFSA

23-Jan-2018 By Will Chu

Unilever’s claim that the flavonol content of black tea contributes to improved endothelium-dependent (ED) vasodilation has been declined by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

Nature’s Way said learnings from social media informed new line of herbal powders

22-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

Nature’s Way’s new line of powder products isn’t new in terms of ingredients. But it matches new ways in which consumers are using its products, the company said.

Coffee effect on arteries could depend on two compounds

19-Jan-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

The impact of coffee drinking on heart disease risk could depend on the amounts of two different compounds in the beverage, say researchers.

ABC's HerbClip research reporting service now numbers more than 7,000 publications

17-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

The American Botanical Council passes a significant milestone this week with the publication of the 7,000th Herb Clip Research Summary. The service helps stakeholders keep abreast of the rapidly expanding body of botanical ingredient research.

Knowing when and who to ask for help allowed Phyter Foods to quickly expand nationally

15-Jan-2018 By Elizabeth Crawford

Most food and beverage startups dream of expanding from a local brand serving only a handful of stores to one that is nationally distributed to hundreds or thousands of retailers, but the logistics of getting there can be a nightmare if not carefully...

Thorne continues push on testing front with deal to develop AI bioinformatics platform

09-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

Thorne has teamed with two bioinformatics experts to found Pillar Health, with a plan to create an artificial intelligence wellness platform that will provide an integrated molecular portrait and optimized recommendations for individuals’ health.

Multivitamin plus omega-3s may be ‘safe, economical and effective means for lowering diabetes risk’: Study

08-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

People at high risk of developing diabetes may benefits from combined supplementation with multivitamins with omega-3s, according to a new study.

Mediterranean diet could inspire functional food development to tackle type 2 diabetes: Review

05-Jan-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Components of the Mediterranean diet could provide a multi-component model for functional foods to combat type 2 diabetes, according to a recent review.

What’s on NutraIngredients-USA's calendar for 2018?

04-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

From weight management to deep dives into sports nutrition, multivitamins, beauty-from-within, personalized nutrition, botanicals, omega-3s, probiotics, and more, Nutraingredients-USA’s 2018 editorial calendar of special editions spans the hottest trends...

Quercetin supplements may have exercise benefits: RCT

03-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with quercetin, a polyphenol found in food like apples and onions, may boost antioxidant defenses and protect against exercise-induced oxidative damage, says a new study from Italy.

News in Brief

Kemin adds patent to Neumentix spearmint extract IP portfolio

02-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

The US Patent and Trademark Office has granted a patent to Kemin to support the technology behind its lines of spearmint, KI110 and KI42, used in the company’s cognition-enhancing ingredient, Neumentix.