Curcumin

Curcumin-fenugreek complex and glucosamine combo offer joint health benefits: Study

03-Aug-2020 By Danielle Masterson

A recent study out of India has found that curcumin-fenugreek complex (CurQfen) combined with glucosamine is beneficial to joint health. The randomized, double-blinded active-controlled clinical study was found to be effective in alleviating pain and...

Curcumin-pomegranate mix cuts inflammation in runners

24-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

A mixture of curcumin and pomegranate has shown a reduction in systemic inflammation in a study done with runners in a half marathon race.

Sabinsa curcumin ingredient cuts inflammation in brain injury study

10-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

A study using a Sabinsa curcumin ingredient combined with a black pepper absorption booster that was done with traumatic brain injury patients has shown a reduction in an important inflammatory cytokine.

New RCT supports Longvida curcumin’s cognitive benefits

26-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with Verdure’s Longvida curcumin may improve aspects of memory and mood in healthy older people, says data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial from Australia.

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.

CORONAVIRUS: SPOTLIGHT ON THE SUPPLY CHAIN

Curcumin supply escapes worst of coronavirus supply disruptions

14-Apr-2020 By Hank Schultz

The rapid shutdown of Indian society to combat the coronavirus crisis has inconvenienced manufacturers of curcumin ingredients, but thus far has not put a critical dent in inventories, suppliers say.

BAPP lab guidance on turmeric comes as interest in botanical reaches fever pitch

03-Apr-2020 By Hank Schultz

The Botanical Adulteration Prevention Program has issued a lab guidance document on turmeric. The publication is timely as interest in the botanical, which was already high, has spiked during the current coronavirus crisis.

Popularity of curcumin continues to drive ingredient innovation

19-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

Market demand has driven significant innovation in the delivery modes of curcumin, perennially of one of the best selling botanicals.

Curcumin cuts brain inflammation in rat cell model

17-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

The inflammation quelling aspects of curcumin have been studied for years. New research suggests the ingredient can cut a specific form of inflammation associated with memory loss in neurodegenerative conditions.

Genetic nutrition testing, vaginal microbiome support, gummies for your skin lead February in new product entries

26-Feb-2020 By Danielle Masterson

February saw a lot of new products, with several offerings aimed at recovery, as well as performance and digestive health.

Naturex’s Turmipure Gold to enter US food and beverage market following GRAS status

21-Jan-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Naturex, a plant extraction and ingredient developer, has obtained self-affirmed GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) designation for its turmeric extract, Turmipure Gold.

Bioavailability battle: Natural ingredients for functional foods in demand In APAC but challenges remain

02-Jan-2020 By Tingmin Koe

International ingredient firm Wacker says that the use of natural ingredients, such as curcumin and hydroxytyrosol in functional food is gaining steam in Asia, but there is a need to address issues such as low bioavailability.

News in brief

Micelle specialist issues updated financials detailing losses

09-Dec-2019 By Hank Schultz

A company based on a micellular delivery technology called Nurish.me has issued updated financial statements that have been signed off on by a third party auditor.

Sabinsa moves to spread out turmeric risk in face of monsoon variability

06-Nov-2019 By Hank Schultz

Sabinsa Corporation has moved to further disperse its turmeric supply in the face of environmental challenges in India even as it launches a new ingredient to make more use of the raw material it already harvests.

From the editor's desk

Does bias against company-funded research really serve consumers?

20-Sep-2019 By Hank Schultz

Companies that foster science in the dietary supplement industry can labor under the prejudices of those who say that any industry funding of a study must necessarily taint the results.

FI Asia 2019

Curcuminoid power: Thai juice firm Tipco’s biotech arm aims for fast growth with new high grade ingredient

16-Sep-2019 By Tingmin Koe

Thai firm Tipco Biotech is eyeing a revenue boost with its high grade curcuminoid that is expected to launch next year.

Flooding raises turmeric supply concerns in India

10-Sep-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Flooding in parts of India is expected to hit the country’s turmeric supply, with some estimating that yield will be 20% lower, which could impact prices.

High bioavailability curcumin formula boosts neurocognitive function in healthy elderly – Australian study

31-Jul-2019 By Tingmin Koe

An Australian trial has found that curcumin extract with high bioavailability is able to improve neurocognitive function and mood in healthy aged subjects.

Curcumin may enhance green tea's anti-hyperlipidaemia effects: Indian rat study

03-Jul-2019 By Cheryl Tay

The presence of curcumin in green tea can enhance the drink's health benefits against hyperlipidaemia, according to a study by researchers at India's Shahu College of Pharmacy and Research.

Curcumin exhibited anti-fatty liver properties in Iranian clinical trial

14-Mar-2019 By Adi Menayang

Researchers in Iran compared the effects of a curcumin supplement versus placebo in a cohort of obese individuals with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). They found that the curcumin supplemented participants exhibited improvements at the end...

Curcumin-fenugreek combo linked to improved cardiovascular health markers in obese young men

29-Jan-2019 By Adi Menayang

Obese men who consumed a branded fenugreek fiber and curcumin combination exhibited improved metabolic markers and cholesterol concentrations compared to a placebo.

Arjuna Natural Extracts changes name of curcumin ingredient to Curcugreen

31-Oct-2018 By Adi Menayang

India-based Arjuna Natural Extracts renamed its patented curcumin to Curcugreen. Its previous name was BCM-95, which is trademarked by the ingredient’s former US distributor.

AFS to debut new ‘free-flowing’ curcumin ingredient at SupplySide West 2018

16-Oct-2018 By Adi Menayang

Applied Food Sciences, Inc. will debut its new ingredient called CurcuFlow. The company markets it as an easy-cleanup curcumin ingredient with all the beneficial compounds of curcuminoids.

Pilot study sheds light on curcumin’s potential influence on gut microbiota

24-Sep-2018 By Adi Menayang

Results from a new clinical trial suggests that curcuminoids found in turmeric modulate the composition and population of gut bacteria, potentially offering health benefits to the host.

Study shows advantages of curcumin bioavailability enhancement, company says

10-Aug-2018 By Hank Schultz

An Australian biotechnology company says new published research proves the absorption advantage provided by its proprietary delivery technology when applied to a curcumin extract.

Notes from Nutrition 2018 in Boston: 'We’re not worried about scurvy or beriberi, we’re worried about optimal health.'

There’s building evidence on nutrition’s role in preventing cognitive decline, researchers argue

12-Jun-2018 By Adi Menayang

Nutritional steps for heart disease prevention are well known. Now it’s time to do the same for reducing the risk of dementia, argued researchers during a nutrition conference in Boston.

UNPA signs memoranda of understanding with three new single-ingredient trade groups

02-May-2018 By Adi Menayang

The United Natural Products Alliance, a trade association for the dietary supplement industry, has signed memoranda of understanding agreements with three single-ingredient associations and their administrative umbrella, the Trust Transparency Center.

Mouse study backs weight loss potential of curcumin, piperine combo

05-Apr-2018 By Adi Menayang

Mice given curcumin and piperine while on a calorie restricted diet lost more fat than control group mice and exhibited significantly lower plasma inflammatory markers associated with obesity, according to researchers from Tufts University in Boston and...

Experts hit back at ‘inaccurate headlines’ after review questions curcumin

02-Feb-2017 By Stephen Daniells

A recent review paper that called into question the potential benefits of curcumin has been misinterpreted to create inaccurate headlines, experts tell NutraIngredients-USA.

“One of nature’s greatest gifts to mankind”: Curcumin/turmeric’s staggering growth in supplements and beyond

31-Mar-2016 By Stephen Daniells

After establishing itself as the number one herb, turmeric/curcumin is increasingly moving into functional beverages.

Curcumin takes center stage, suppliers say

11-Sep-2014 By Hank Schultz

Sales of curcumin supplements are soaring. This perpetually almost-ready-for-prime-time ingredient has finally arrived, suppliers say.

EuroPharma founder: Nobody has given curcumin the attention that we have

28-Mar-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

Booming consumer demand for curcumin is driving an innovative but highly competitive supplier landscape, but Terry Lemerond, founder & president of EuroPharma,Inc., says his company has never talked down the competition, preferring to talk up their...

OmniActive’s curcumin shows 46-fold bioavailability increase compared to standard curcumin: Study

03-Feb-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Consumption of OmniActive Health Technologies’ recently launched CurcuWin curcumin form may significantly increase serum curcuminoid levels over standard curcumin and some other curcumin formulations, says a new study funded by OmniActive.