Gut Health

Probiota Pioneers: Nouri on its commitment to innovation that is ‘incrementally beneficial to consumers’

13-May-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With the start of the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas fast approaching, NutraIngredients-USA caught up with each of our Probiota Pioneers, curated entrepreneurial, science, and tech start-ups due to appear in Washington, D.C., June 1-3.

Ritual debuts daily three-in-one biotic

02-May-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Synbiotic+ is a prebiotic, probiotic, and postbiotic all rolled into one capsule.

'Not matched by other conferences': 7 reasons to attend the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2022

28-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2022 is just over a month away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…

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.

Winclove Probiotics on target for Net Zero by 2030

21-Apr-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Dutch firm, Winclove Probiotics is on target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, thanks to a collaboration with Climate Neutral Group (CNG).

Calling all Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Microbiome start-ups!

Last Call! Put your start-up center stage with our Probiota Pioneers session

18-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Are you an entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based microbiome start-up? Don’t miss your chance to join our Probiota Pioneers session and present your company in Washington, DC.

Seed Health launches pediatric synbiotic supported by RCT

13-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Microbial sciences company Seed Health has expanded into the pediatric space with a new synbiotic formulated with 9 probiotic strains and a fiber-based prebiotic.

Study finds different gastroprotective potential for reishi components based on molecular weight

13-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

New research shows that higher molecular weight components of reishi mushroom have a greater effect in ameliorating gastric injury in a rat model.

M.I.T., Stanford, Mount Sinai: More speakers announced for IPAWC + Probiota Americas

13-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas will feature a Tech Showcase covering advances in data collection, microbiome analysis, and the application of machine learning to create novel probiotic formulations.

Sun Genomics debuts Floré Bloom, aimed to nourish gut microbes

07-Apr-2022 By Danielle Masterson

This year’s Expo West was chock full of innovations in gut health, offering a variety of benefits for humans to maintain optimal digestive health. But what about the 39 trillion microbes that call our bodies home?

Psychobiotics show promising avenue for mood support and beyond

05-Apr-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Emerging research suggests mental health and gut biology are intrinsically linked, presenting new opportunities in the gut-brain category.

Is 2022 the breakout year for postbiotics?

31-Mar-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Compound Solutions’ CEO Matt Titlow weighs in at Expo West.

Nexira boosts acacia capacity as demand for fiber grows

25-Mar-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Leading acacia fiber producer Nexira has increased capacity at its plant in France by over 20% in response to rising demand for the ingredient that was recently granted dietary fiber status by the US FDA.

Cargill makes case for EpiCor's match with postbiotic definition

24-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

Cargill is pushing a postbiotic positioning for its Epicor immune health ingredient, maintaining that the yeast-derived ingredients fits squarely within the new definition.

Researchers propose ‘Probiotics Identity Card’ based on DNA and flow cytometry

21-Feb-2022 By Hank Schultz

Researchers based in Italy and Ireland have proposed a two step approach to validating and enumerating probiotic supplements. A stakeholder group commented that the approach holds promise for better quality control within the industry.

Scientists show ‘cause and effect’ for gut-metabolite and brain function

21-Feb-2022 By Lynda Searby

Shedding new light on the workings of the gut-brain axis, scientists have found that a gut-derived molecule induces anxiety in mice.

Study confirms correlation between microbiome and glycemic response

29-Nov-2021 By Lynda Searby

US scientists have shown for the first time that an individual’s gut microbiome activity will influence their glycemic response to foods.

Mice study finds low fiber diet impairs cognition

18-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

A low fiber diet alters the gut microbiome in a way that impairs cognitive function, a new study done in mice suggests.

Mushroom-based prebiotic: Prenexus Health partners with Aloha Medicinals for MyceliaGI ingredient

21-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Prenexus Health has signed an exclusive partnership with Nevada-based Aloha Medicinals to bring a new prebiotic to market called MyceliaGI. The ingredient is a blend of three mushrooms.

News in Brief

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.

Supplier taps gut health benefits of glucosamine

12-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

Armed with a new study, TSI Group will be pushing a new indication for its vegan glucosamine ingredient — gut health.

Null study on tart cherries blurs picture of polyphenols’ role in microbiome modulation

05-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

Tart cherries supplementation showed no effect on gut microbiome makeup nor on inflammation markers in a recent study. The ingredient also showed no change in markers of blood glucose control.

Meta-review examines evidence linking flavonoids, gut microbiota and health

23-Sep-2021 By Lynda Searby

Review calls for studies that correlate microbial community analyses with flavonoid intake and measurable health outcomes.

Prebiotics may mitigate health impacts of body-clock disruptions

20-Sep-2021 By Lynda Searby

Prebiotics could help shift workers to be more resilient to circadian disruption, a new animal study has found.

Review finds support for cognitive health benefits of prebiotics

17-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new review makes the case that prebiotic oligosaccharides could play a role in brain health via metabolites circulating in the blood and neural feedback mechanisms.

Probiotics may play complementary role in treating NAFLD

15-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A pilot study has concluded that probiotics may help to stabilise mucosal immune function and protect against increased intestinal permeability in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

Study backs AB-Biotics probiotic blend for reducing colic

10-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New scientific research highlights the beneficial effect of AB-Biotics’ probiotic blend created for infants with colic.

Are omega-3 fatty acids prebiotic ingredients?

03-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Omega-3s may beneficially alter the composition of the gut microbiome and lead to increases in the production of short chain fatty acids, says a study from King’s College London.

Study: Lactobacillus plantarum reduces depression and improves sleep in insomniacs

23-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A study involving 40 insomniacs has found that daily administration of the probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum PS128 can reduce depressive symptoms, fatigue, cortical excitation, and improve sleep quality.

Study finds probiotic alleviates depression and improves sleep

05-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New research has found a probiotic supplement to be helpful in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as improving sleep quality in healthy adults.

First-of-its-kind study reveals germination of spore-forming probiotic in GI tract

03-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A study using a new approach to investigating the fate of probiotics within the human body has become the first of its kind to directly show the germination of a specific spore-forming probiotic strain inside the small intestine.

Postbiotics see 1,300% increase in Google searches

02-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Postbiotics have become the fastest growing area in terms of gut health related Google searches, with a nearly 1,300% increase in the last two years, according to new data from Lumina Intelligence.

Contact with biohacking community led supplement firm down rebranding road

30-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Participating in a biohacking conference led a longtime niche supplement company down a road toward a full rebrand.

Prenexus Health gets big cash infusion to bring prebiotic ingredient to commercial scale

21-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new $15 million investment will help prebiotic manufacturer Prenexus Health finally hit commercial scale production for its unique prebiotic xylooligosaccharide ingredient.

Did FDA overstep bounds in warning letter on probiotics claims?

07-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

A recent warning letter that focused in part on gut health claims points out the chinks in FDA’s policy facade, as it takes the target firm to task over some claims that seem benign in nature.

From joints to guts: RCT supports glucosamine’s gut health benefits

25-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Glucosamine supplements may improve functional gut health benefits such as reduced bloating, constipation and hard stools, says a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover trial in healthy men and women.

Oriflame enters partnership with Probi in first foray into probiotics

23-Jun-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Beauty and wellness brand Oriflame is launching its first probiotic food supplement after partnering with probiotic supplier, Probi.

Kerry extends growing probiotic line with marketing deal covering spore forming ingredient

01-Jun-2021 By Hank Schultz

Ireland’s Kerry Group has added to its stable of probiotics with a deal announced today in which it will distribute the proprietary OPTI-BIOME MB40 probiotic ingredient, made by Troy, VA-based biotech firm BIO-CAT Microbials, LLC.

Microbiome's impact on hypertension suggests novel treatment options

27-May-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Gut microbiome diversity and composition are associated with hypertension in women, according to new research, suggesting that microbiome modulation may be a novel way to prevent or treat the condition.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

A new kind of remedy: Rapper launches supplements startup

24-May-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A British rapper and mental health advocate known as Professor Green, has co-founded a supplements brand after suffering gut health issues which impacted him physically and psychologically.

PepsiCo launches website to make nutrition research more accessible

20-May-2021 By Danielle Masterson

PepsiCo Health & Nutrition Sciences (H&NS) has unveiled a website that offers internal education to healthcare professionals. The hub will serve as a resource hub to aid healthcare professionals in all areas of practice and help them continue...

'First of its kind' study indicates prebiotic can reduce anxiety

20-May-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A "first of its kind" clinical trial has shown the ability of Biotis GOS, the galacto-oligosaccharide prebiotic ingredient by FrieslandCampina Ingredients, to reduce self-reported anxiety in young women.

Fermented foods are ancient answer for gut health support

18-May-2021 By Hank Schultz

Fermented foods are among the most ancient of human foods and are an important component of a gut friendly diet, an expert says.

Biohm Health claims data validates questionnaire that reveals consumers’ likely gut dysbiosis

13-May-2021 By Hank Schultz

Biohm Health, a company founded on the science relating to the importance of the fungal components of the gut microbiome, now has a testing tool that consumers can use to do their own assessments.

Gastroenterologist believes valid gut biomarkers are on horizon

04-May-2021 By Hank Schultz

A prominent gastroenterologist who operates a gene sequencing lab said the large and growing sets of data in gut health are going a long way toward answering some of the basic questions in the field.

Study reveals mental health benefits of prebiotics in young females

30-Apr-2021 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Daily consumption of prebiotic supplements can improve mental wellbeing and reduce anxiety in young adult females, according to researchers at the University of Surrey.

Loneliness decreases gut diversity, greater wisdom has opposite effect, study suggests

13-Apr-2021 By Hank Schultz

Greater wisdom or more loneliness are associated with positive and negative manifestations in gut microbial diversity, an exploratory study has found.

High fibre diet could help control COVID-19 inflammation, study suggests

01-Apr-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A high fibre diet could help control the inflammatory responses associated with COVID-19, according to an article published in the journal 'Gut Microbes'.

Probiotics could hold the answer to neurological issues, study suggests

11-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A new study in mice with social behaviour deficits has suggested the gut plays a lead role in behaviour and brain function and microbiome modulating products may hold the key to treatment of social neurological disorders.

Tate & Lyle offers gut health teachings in launch of digital nutrition resource

01-Mar-2021 By Will Chu

UK ingredients supplier Tate & Lyle has made available a new digital resource that looks to provide clarity on the research behind ingredients used in the firm’s offerings in sports nutrition and gut health.