Gut Health

Dr. Rob Knight joins IPAWC + Probiota Americas roster

23-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The speaker roster for the IPAWC + Probiota Americas is filling up, and we can confirm that renowned microbiome research professor Rob Knight has confirmed his participation to speak at the event in Salt Lake City.

Personalised probiotics: Tailoring to individual needs boosts health outcomes – new language-based tool

09-Apr-2024 By Audrey Yow

Researchers used a new language-based tool to identify probiotic strains that could improve health, and suggest that probiotics use tailored to individual needs are more beneficial.

Start-up launches skincare regime kit focused on gut-skin axis

08-Apr-2024 By Olivia Haslam

You’re Looking Well, a new skincare start-up, is linking skin and gut health by providing an all-in-one kit that combines topical and ingestible products.

Symrise's cranberry extract exerts rapid prebiotic effect: Study

29-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with a polyphenol- and oligosaccharide-rich cranberry extract can exert a potent bifidogenic effect in as little as four days, says a new study.

Kerry highlights proactive health products for sustainable nutrition

28-Mar-2024 By Claudia Adrien

From cognition and immunity to gut-skin health and menopause, Jordan Dow, vice president at Kerry ProActive Health, discussed a range of topics at this year’s Expo West trade show.

Fucosyllactose prebiotic may protect intestines from injury: Mouse data

28-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) in adulthood may balance the gut microbiome and prevent intestinal inflammation, says a new study that sheds light on the potential mechanisms of action of HMOs.

Research: Protein to fiber ratio impacts microbial enrichment more than absolute fiber intake

27-Mar-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

New research suggests that dietary protein and fiber ratio could contribute to the shaping of the microbiome more prominently than the absolute amount of dietary fiber.

The infant mycobiota: Research needed to understand the complex ecosystem

26-Mar-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

More research is needed on the maternal and infant mycobiota in order to properly support the entire ecosystem of the gut microbiome.

Clasado and Probi synbiotic increases lactate and SCFA production: Study

25-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Clasado and Probi's new synbiotic concept increases production of lactate and short-chain fatty acids to provide superior benefits when combined, according to new research.

Morinaga Bifidobacterium probiotic shows promise for weight management: Study

22-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

Consumption of a probiotic containing B. longum BB536 and B. breve MCC1274A led to significant reductions in abdominal visceral fat and serum triglyceride levels in both healthy and overweight adults, according to a new study.

Start-up reaches new heights by catering to frequent fliers

21-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

TravelSana emerged from the wings post-pandemic to help frequent fliers navigate the effects of diverse climates, jet lag and poor circulation.

Research finds causal link between Akkermansia and hypothyroidism

20-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

A higher abundance of the Akkermansia bacterium in the microbiome is causally linked to hypothyroidism, suggesting a potential future treatment, according to new research.

IDFA’s LAC seal is extended to all probiotics-rich yogurt, cultured dairy products

12-Mar-2024 By Teodora Lyubomirova

As cultured dairy consumption booms, a label promoting products rich in live and active cultures re-emerges.

Crucial communication: 'Doing science for science's sake won't benefit anybody'

12-Mar-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Science is becoming sexy as consumers and media realise the importance of getting their nutrition and health facts straight from the scientists, and the science nutrition firm Zoe is spearheading consumer communication on all things gut health.

‘An ecological perspective’ is needed to optimise cyclists’ gut health: Study

06-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Tailored prebiotics may be needed to improve gut microbiota composition for better endurance sport performance, as probiotic supplementation is ineffective without the considering the ecological effect of exercise and diet on gut health, according to...

'Compelling results': Resistant starch may aid weight management via gut microbiome modulation

05-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Eight weeks of supplementation with resistant starch may lead to an average weight loss of 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs) and improve metabolic measures such as insulin resistance in overweight and obese people, says a new study.

Dr Armpit: Eliminating body odour with ‘good’ bacteria

05-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

There may be significant opportunities to harness the skin microbiome to control body odours with the discovery that strong bacterial diversity, high levels of Cyanobacterium species and low levels of Staphylococci are associated with unpleasant odours.

Microbiome composition associated with exercise performance: Study

04-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

A new case-control study investigating the microbiomes of male athletes and non-athletes following maximal exercise reports significant associations between performance measures and composition.

Kerry launches inaugural postbiotic ingredient for holistic healthy aging

01-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

The Kerry Group has announced the launch of its first postbiotic ingredient Plenibiotic, offering dual benefits for gut and skin health to consumers looking to tackle healthy aging holistically.

Start-up Spotlight

Start-up explores chitin-glucan synergies for gut health solutions

29-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Belgian gut health ingredient startup BioKuris is on the search for commercial partners to expand the reach and potential of its innovative chitin-glucan based products.

PODCAST: Gut-brain scientist on exciting discoveries and frustrating innovation hurdles

29-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

NutraIngredients Editor Nikki Hancocks speaks with gut-brain researcher, product developer, author and educator Miguel Toribio-Mateas about the exciting scientific discoveries and the many innovation challenges in this field.

Holland & Barrett champions gut health education with a holistic wellness mission

28-Feb-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Gut health education means communicating with consumers about holistic wellness, not individual supplements, according to health and wellness retail giant Holland & Barrett.

Studies show gut microbiome influences ovarian aging

26-Feb-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Mounting evidence suggests a bidirectional relationship between the gut and ovarian aging, according to Chinese researchers who reviewed studies linking the gut microbiota to ovarian function.

The Gut Stuff on using the ‘shock factor’ in the right way

21-Feb-2024 By Olivia Brown

The Gut Stuff, an education brand founded by sisters from the Zoe TwinsUK microbiome study cohort, is working to spread microbiome science knowledge by cutting through the noise on and offline with an ethical approach to shock factor tactics.

'Gut conditioning' an important consideration in biotic efficacy

21-Feb-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Biotic supplements might not be enough without ‘gut conditioning’, Dr. Wilbert Sybesma, founder of consultancy firm Microbiome Solutions told the audience at NutraIngredients' Probiota event earlier this month.

Study outlines potential new probiotic strain with anti-inflammatory action

16-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A potential probiotic isolated from the rumen of grazing lamb may protect against damage of colon cells and reduce markers of inflammation, says a new study.

Marketing advice: Promote long-term gut health goals to improve results and retention

16-Feb-2024 By Olivia Brown

Gut health brands should invest in educating consumers about the influence of diet and lifestyle on microbiome health and emphasize the importance of long-term supplement use to help them achieve results, thereby ensuring customer retention.

Study: Combination of probiotics and enzymes aids absorption of plant-based protein

14-Feb-2024 By Olivia DeSmit

A combination of pea protein, enzymes and probiotics tended to reduce time to maximum blood absorption for all amino acids but showed only statistically significant results for alanine and glycine, according to a recent study.

Is fibre essential for brain health?

14-Feb-2024 By Donna Eastlake

The importance of dietary fibre for a healthy gut has been hailed for years now. But is it also the secret to a healthy brain?

Success in microbiome testing requires expert support and realistic expectations

14-Feb-2024 By Olivia Brown

The costly nature of microbiome testing to provide personalised recommendations means brands should ensure added value with effective translation and follow-up services to support users to reach health goals.

Nordic Biotic probiotic strains show potential respiratory health benefits

06-Feb-2024 By Olivia Brown

A new randomised controlled trial revealed that supplementation with Nordic Biotic probiotic strains significantly improved immunity and respiratory symptoms.

Gut-health soda market heats up: Health-Ade launches SunSip

05-Feb-2024 By Ryan Daily

Kombucha maker Health-Ade is throwing its hat into the prebiotic soda ring again with SunSip, as consumers continue to seek out gut-health claims in the carbonated beverage category.

Pairing aspirin with a probiotic may reduce stomach lining damage

25-Jan-2024 By Olivia Brown

Co-ingestion of aspirin with probiotic strain Bifidobacterium breve Bif195 in a group of healthy adults significantly reduced damage to the stomach lining associated with prolonged or high-dose aspirin consumption, according to a recent study.

Pasteurised Akkermansia shows gut and mood benefits: Mouse study

24-Jan-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with pasteurized Akkermansia may reduce gut permeability, anxiety-like behaviour and memory impairment in animal models of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), says a new study.

Research reveals potential role of microbiome in fertility

22-Jan-2024 By Olivia Brown

The dominance of bacteria Lactobacillus spp. in the female reproductive tract is associated with improved pregnancy outcomes while vaginal and endometrial dysbiosis may reduce the chances of successful embryonic implantation, according to a new review.

Research links fecal SCFAs to weight management and sleep

17-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

SCFAs may protect healthy individuals against overweight and obesity, modulate cardiometabolic disease risk and contribute to sleep improvement, according to new research.

Study suggests Bimuno prebiotic reduces sleep disturbance impact

16-Jan-2024 By Olivia Brown

New research finds that Clasado Biosciences’ prebiotic Bimuno GOS (B-GOS) significantly improved quality of life measures across areas of gastrointestinal health and sleep in individuals suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and sleep disturbances.

A combination of oral and vaginal probiotics may hinder recurrent UTIs

15-Jan-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Vaginal probiotics in combination with oral probiotics may help combat urinary tract infections (UTIs), according to a recent study.

PR and nutrition science expert giving scientists a voice in the mainstream press

11-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Communicating science and supplement benefits is particularly tricky within the microbiome health arena, but there are some companies and individuals who have achieved great success after mastering how to simplify this science and jargon-laden space.

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.

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.

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?

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.

"The Ozempic era is here to stay,” Supergut positions gut-health brand as GLP-1 compliment

29-Nov-2023 By Ryan Daily

Supergut is expanding its gut-health brand to a wider audience with its launch in Sprouts in the new year and as it looks to compliment GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, brand CEO and founder Marc Washington told FoodNavigator-USA.

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?