Probiotics, Prebiotics & Postbiotics

ResBiotic expands portfolio with prebeet Energy+

09-Jan-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Alabama-based ResBiotic Nutrition has launched its second product—a caffeine-free, 4-in-1 formula to support digestion, energy, skin and heart health.

Synbiotic supplementation may ease long COVID: RCT

05-Jan-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a prebiotic-probiotic combination may help with some long COVID problems such as fatigue, memory, concentration and gastrointestinal upset, says a new large study from Hong Kong.

Verdure’s pomegranate extract shows potential for gut microbiome support and mitochondrial health

04-Jan-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with Verdure’s punicalagin-enriched pomegranate extract may boost the relative abundance of beneficial gut microbes and increase production of short-chain fatty acids, according to a new RCT.

Study spotlights link between gut microbiota and social anxiety disorder

04-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

New research suggests that gut microbiota play a role in the heightened social fear response tied to social anxiety disorder (SAD), representing a potential therapeutic target for reducing the growing behavioural issue of social fear.

Probiota Day 2: State of the market, next-gen probiotics, gut-lung axis and personalisation

04-Jan-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The second day of Probiota will feature presentations from representatives from Holland & Barrett, ResBiotic Nutrition, Thorne Healthtech, BIOHM Health and many more.

Yeast mannan prebiotic improves sleep quality, study suggests

03-Jan-2024 By Olivia Brown

A new randomised controlled trial reveals that administration of the prebiotic yeast mannan (YM) leads to more time spent in bed (TIB) and increased deep sleep in healthy adults.

Probiota Day 1: First 1,000 Days & Skin Health

03-Jan-2024 By Stephen Daniells

With just five weeks to go before the start of Probiota in Milan, NutraIngredients previews what attendees can expect each day of this three-day microbiome extravaganza.

Prebiotics boost iron absorption for at-risk infants: RCT

03-Jan-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Adding prebiotic galacto-oligosaccharides/fructo-oligosaccharides (GOS/FOS) to iron-fortified infant cereal may boost absorption of the mineral by 60%, says a new study.

NutriLeads seeks global commercialisation with €4.5m funding

02-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Dutch plant-based ingredients firm NutriLeads has achieved €4.5million Series C funding to accelerate the commercialisation of its flagship 'precision prebiotic' ingredient BeniCaros.

Study: Probiotics aid gum inflammation recovery

02-Jan-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Probiotic supplementation can support oral microbiota recovery from gingivitis, according to findings from a recent study.

Bened Life extends psychobiotic benefits to boost mood in general public

20-Dec-2023 By Asia Sherman

After finding success with its medical probiotic Neuralli for neurodivergent communities, Bened Life is broadening the reach of its psychobiotic strain to a wider audience in the new year.

Digital trends: Women's health tops the charts

20-Dec-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A 2024 food trends report from Tastewise informs that women’s health concerns have topped the online conversation charts in the last 12 months, with hormone health top of consumer health agendas.

Probiotic strain may sustain performance levels in office workers: RCT

19-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT observes that the probiotic Lacticaseibacillus paracasei Strain Shirota (LcS) improves attention scores in healthy adults suffering from sleep complaints, when compared to a placebo group.

6 reasons to attend NutraIngredients-USA’s Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2024

18-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2024 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…

Guest Article

IPA in 2023: A significant strategic shift to embrace the biotic world

15-Dec-2023 By George Paraskevakos, MBA, IPA Executive Director

Life is like a box of chocolates, or is it? Not to challenge the expression made famous in the blockbuster hit “Forrest Gump” and reused often, but I feel once a plan is put in place with proper structure and frameworks to follow, you can have more visibility...

New paper showcases rapid advances in probiotic, postbiotic enumeration

14-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

From flow cytometry to PCR-based techniques, there are several advances for the enumeration of probiotics and the emerging category of postbiotics. A new review explores the various technologies available for quantifying these modulators of the microbiome.

Editors’ picks: Our favorite articles of 2023

14-Dec-2023 By The NutraIngredients-USA Team

We enjoy writing some articles more than others, whether it’s because of the subject, the impact for industry, the insights from commentators, or other reasons. But which articles did we enjoy writing the most and why?

Synbiotic more effective for weight management over probiotic alone, study suggests

14-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT reports significant reductions in visceral fat following intakes of a synbiotic containing Bifidobacterium animalis and inulin over a 12-week period, when compared to the control group.

Chr. Hansen and Novozymes unveil future merged company name: ‘Novonesis’

13-Dec-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Danish bioscience companies Novozymes and Chr. Hansen have disclosed the name of their upcoming merged entity.

Kerry Group to acquire lactase enzyme business from Chr. Hansen, Novozymes

13-Dec-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

Through the acquisition, Kerry will add enzyme technology that helps create lactose-free and sugar-reduced dairy products.

Study: Probiotics plus l-glutamine and biotin improve quality of life for ulcerative colitis patients

13-Dec-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

New research concludes supplementation with probiotics, L-glutamine and biotin can improve body composition parameters, thereby increasing overall quality of life of patients with ulcerative colitis (UC).

Pilot study suggests synbiotic has "profound effects" on emotional health

12-Dec-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

New 'striking and enlightening' pilot research indicates a daily synbiotic drink can reduce fatigue and improve focus within six weeks of intervention.

Probiotics may reduce muscle fatigue, improve recovery: RCT

08-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with a specific probiotic strain may reduce muscle fatigue and improve recovery after a half marathon, says a new study from Taiwan.

Long-term consumption of whole eggs escalates growth and may boost microbiome in youngsters – Thai trial

06-Dec-2023 By Hazel Tang

School going children who ate 10 additional eggs per week had higher growth hormone levels, and consumption may also lead to benefits for the gut microbiota, according to a Thai trial.

In the mood for Lactobacillus: Gut bacteria may ward off anxiety and depression

05-Dec-2023 By Asia Sherman

New research in mice shows that maintaining a healthy level of Lactobacillus gut bacteria helps the body manage stress through immune response to support psychological resilience.

This week: Probiotics for weight management webinar

05-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Hear from experts from BIOHM, Kaiviti Consulting, and Lumina Intelligence in a free webinar that explores the exciting potential of probiotics for weight management.

Study: Probiotic improves psychological premenstrual symptoms

05-Dec-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Lactobacillus paragasseri (OLL2809) supplementation can alleviate premenstrual ‘decline in activity’ and ‘irritability’, a new study has concluded.

Announcing the DSHEA Summit: A landmark event bringing together the architects of the law & leading industry voices

04-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Join Scott Bass, Loren Israelsen, Bob Durkin, Jim Emme, and more industry luminaries for NutraIngredients-USA’s landmark DSHEA Summit.

NutraCast: Cognitive decline: Alzheimer's or menopause?

01-Dec-2023 By Danielle Masterson

After her mother’s Alzheimer's was mistaken for menopause, Kavita Desai, PharmD, pivoted from her clinical practice to focus on cognition, menopause and proactive health approaches.

Does fiber-deprived Akkermansia worsen food allergy?

01-Dec-2023 By Asia Sherman

In a recent study, researchers from the Luxembourg Institute of Health suggested that Akkermansia muciniphila—a bacterium found in the mucus layer of the human intestinal tract—exacerbates food allergies when the gut microbiota of germ-free lab mice is...

Dairy compounds promote the survival of B. infantis in the intestine – study

28-Nov-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

The findings suggest milk phospholipids can be used as a functional ingredient to enhance the effects and survival rates of pro- and postbiotics in the gastrointestinal tract.

Probiotics for weight management: The science and the market

28-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Research has shown that obesity may have a microbial component, but what does the science show about mechanisms of action, what’s already in the market, and what insights can we glean from microbiome cohort data?

Gut-brain axis: Perfect storm of interest makes for an exciting arena

22-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Scientific advances and consumer appetite have converged to make the gut-brain axis one of the most exciting areas of research today, according to a leading scientist at ADM.

Solnul: Scientific advances + international approvals prime prebiotic to ‘become a global household name’

16-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

With a burgeoning scientific portfolio showing a unique ability to boost Akkermansia and Bifidobacteria levels, new products launching before the end of 2023, and international regulatory approvals, Solnul resistant starch “is primed to further penetrate...

ADM: ‘Postbiotics aiding the convergence between foods, beverages, & supplements’

16-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

With 9% growth predicted from 2021 to 2026 and the surging consumer interest in non-pill delivery formats, postbiotics could be primed to rival probiotics in a few years, according to ADM’s Vaughn DuBow.

Market moving to modulate the menopausal microbiome

16-Nov-2023 By Asia Sherman

Menopausal women have been drawing more market attention and now so are their microbiomes due to the potential of probiotics to help temper symptoms from mood swings to weight gain.

Fitbiomics co-founder on probiotics for sleep, new Veillonella data, and more platforms

15-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

After strong early success for Nella for digestion, sleep, and energy, and the impending widescale roll-out of Veillonella for fatigue and endurance, Fitbiomics is building new product and benefit platforms for its unique probiotics.

Calling all Sports & Active Nutrition start-ups!

14-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA is inviting early-stage active lifestyle brands to enter its "Start-up Stars" competition which will see three pioneering entrepreneurs gain industry notoriety at the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2024.

Free webinar to explore probiotics for weight management

13-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

An upcoming webinar will explore the exciting potential of probiotics for weight management, and will feature experts from BIOHM, Kaiviti Consulting, and Lumina Intelligence.

Gelita launches PeptEndure collagen for endurance performance

10-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

German collagen supplier Gelita has launched a new ingredient for the endurance athlete, with its new PetpEndure-branded ingredient reported to boost performance and improve energy metabolism.

Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2024: Early bird discount expires today

10-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

With expert speakers confirmed from GNC Live Well, Wild.AI, TYM Performance, AHPA, SPINS, Thorne HealthTech, Move Nutriton Network, Lifenome, the University of Ghent, Dublin City University, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and more, the upcoming...

Glass to gut: Using wine leftovers to make healthy ingredients

09-Nov-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Many would agree that a good glass of wine can take a meal to the next level, but could it take gut health up a notch too?

Novozymes’ Willy Pardiñas on OneHealth and human health challenges

07-Nov-2023 By Claudia Adrien

“If you think about what Novozymes provides, they have a library of ingredients that can be used to confer a benefit for human health. We make sure our designs are market driven and most importantly clinically tested. We want to make sure our products...

Gut-brain axis: probiotic strain may improve sleep quality, study finds

07-Nov-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new study notes that intakes of a Bifidobacterium breve CCFM1025 probiotic significantly increased scores of sleep quality in a cohort suffering from insomnia, when compared to a control group.

IPA chief on broader scope: ‘We want to bring clarity to a complex world’

06-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The IPA’s decision to expand beyond probiotics and cover prebiotics, synbiotics, and postbiotics, but despite the broader scope and a new logo, the association will not be changing its name.

Multi-strain probiotic enhances glycaemic control and weight management, research asserts

03-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Administration of a multi-strain probiotic supplement offers promise for enhancing glycaemic control and overall health in individuals with Type 2 Diabetes, new research asserts.

Sen. Cramer reintroduces bill to allow supplement purchases with HSA/FSA/HRA

01-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

US Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) has reintroduced legislation to amend the tax code to allow dietary supplements to be purchased with Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA), and Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA).

Limosilactobacillus vaginalis offers postbiotic strategy for compromised microbiota in infants

01-Nov-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Supplementation with heat-killed microbes of vaginal origin could help to nurture a healthy gut microbiota in infants, a new study has concluded.

Floré launches comprehensive stool analysis via health clinics

01-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Sun Genomics’ precision probiotics brand Floré has launched a "next-generation" comprehensive stool analysis test as part of its clinical programme.

Olipop gets prebiotic verified via NutraStrong certification

30-Oct-2023 By Claudia Adrien

Olipop is the first beverage to join the NutraStrong prebiotic verified product certification, which is administered by SGS Nutrasource Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Services. The new program was developed in collaboration between the Global Prebiotics...