Immunity

First creatine for immune support receives research patent

19-Oct-2023 By Asia Sherman

CON-CRĒT by Vireo Systems now holds the patent for research supporting creatine’s ability to help the body fight off coronavirus and influenza A.

Pycnogenol positioned to meet demand for 'immunity plus'

19-Oct-2023 By Claudia Adrien

In some respects, ‘immunity plus,’ the idea that a single supplement can address a combination of health needs in addition to immune health, is not a new concept for decades-old Horphag Research.

Kyowa Hakko continues LATAM expansion with Mexico launch

25-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

Kyowa Hakko has partnered with Mexican manufacturer Quifaest to broaden the reach of its Immuse postbiotic for immune support.

Nektium secures global distribution partnerships for botanical extracts

13-Jun-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Nektium, the botanical ingredients supplier, has unveiled three new global distribution partnerships for its clinically researched and branded botanical extracts.

Korean Red Ginseng boosts COVID-19 vaccine protection: Study

20-Apr-2023 By Asia Sherman

Supplementing with Korean Red Ginseng (KRG) could counter the waning antibody response of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to a new study from the Yonsei University College of Medicine in South Korea.

Q&A: Well Traveled on developing next-gen immune support for the road

03-Apr-2023 By Asia Sherman

San-Diego supplement startup Well Traveled launches its first product this month, an immune support powder made with clean, plant-based, clinically proven ingredients that activate immunity in the gut to help the modern traveler stay well on the road.

Astaxanthin boosts post-exercise immunity without anti-inflammatory effect

24-Mar-2023 By Asia Sherman

Short-term astaxanthin supplementation provided immune support for runners during rigorous exercise and uniquely countered decreases in plasma immunoglobulin levels, according to a recent study. It did not, however, offset exercise-induced muscle soreness,...

A century of the sunshine vitamin part II: Towards new benefits and dosages

14-Feb-2023 By Asia Sherman

A hundred years after the discovery of vitamin D as a cure for rickets, science is exploring new niches for the sunshine vitamin and zeroing in on the dosages for maximum health.

Black seed oil with astaxanthin may improve mood and immunity in endurance athletes

13-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

A blend of TriNutra’s ThymoQuin black seed oil and Algatech’s AstaPure astaxanthin improved mood and immunity in endurance runners, according to research funded by the two Israeli companies.

Heights introduces Smart Probiotic into growing braincare category

11-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

Braincare startup Heights has added a second product, a bundle of tried-and-true probiotic strains to support mood, stress response, immunity and gut health all at once.

Standardized black seed oil may improve immunity and wellbeing in endurance athletes

12-Dec-2022 By Asia Sherman

A study funded by Israeli supplement supplier TriNutra demonstrates the benefits of its ThymoQuin black seed oil on immune and psychological health under high-stress physical conditions.

Sirio launches gummies for immunity, sleep and stress

02-Nov-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Sirio Pharma is targeting “broad market appeal” with natural gummies designed to combat stress, enhance immunity, and promote sleep.

Immune support still top of mind for functional beverage consumers, report finds

10-Oct-2022 By Hank Schultz

Immune health continues to be a primary concern for consumers of functional beverages, according to a new report from Irish ingredient supplier Kerry. The study also found that consumers are increasingly blurring the distinction between the benefits...

Paper lays out methods for ensuring quality of botanical supplements marketed for immune health

30-Sep-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new paper by a cadre of experts in the analysis of botanical ingredients has added a valuable resource to quality control in this sector, an expert says.

Review supports zinc’s anti-viral activity, potential for COVID-19

27-Sep-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Zinc is an essential trace mineral involved in modulating human immune responses and may prove to be an important therapeutic agent for viral infections, such as COVID-19, say the authors of a recent review.

Akkermansia may alter gene expression in the colon linked to immunity, inflammation: Study

06-Sep-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The potential health benefits of Akkermansia muciniphila may include changing the expression of genes associated with immune pathways, according to a new paper.

Consumer goods company dives into supplement trade with line of wellness shots

19-Jul-2022 By Hank Schultz

Another company with marketing acumen but no nutritional experience has dipped its toe into the supplement industry with a new range of wellness shots.

Science shorts: Turmeric for weight loss, LGG for diarrhoea, and immune product innovation

20-May-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Here we reveal new scientific findings on how turmeric supplementation could improve metabolic parameters in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), Indian experts’ recommendation of Lactobacillus GG (LGG) for treating diarrhoea in children,...

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.

Big Bold Health attracts $4 million in funding from prominent food tech venture capital firm

08-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

Big Bold Health, a company bent popularizing the immune health benefits of a particular legacy crop, has announced $4 million in funding from a venture capital firm.

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‘A habit sticks’: P&G and Holista Colltech on why immune product demand will persist - WATCH

23-Feb-2022 By Tingmin Koe

The COVID-19 has led to new habits that are here to stay, including taking supplements that benefit the immune system, according to P&G and Holista Colltech.

Probiotic may boost immune response to COVID-19 vaccine in the elderly

10-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Probiotic supplementation may enhance the immune response to COVID-19 vaccines in elderly nursing home residents, says a new study from Europe.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Resilience and immune health at core of IADSA media resource

27-Oct-2021 By Will Chu

The International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations (IASDA) has made available a new resource that places immune health at the centre of promoting resilience.

Part and parcel: How to create enticing health claims and packaging

22-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumers are intrigued by new ingredients entering the functional foods space and are open to trying them but their trust in health claims can be greatly impacted by familiarity and packaging, according to new consumer insights from MMR.

Kerry identifies structural differences between commercial beta glucans

01-Oct-2021 By Will Chu

All beta (β) glucans are not created equal, according to Kerry scientists, who reveal that structural differences in yeast β-glucans may influence health benefits associated with the fibre’s consumption.

Glanbia: bioactives cast a line to developers as sports nutrition net widens

22-Sep-2021 By Lynda Searby

The global ingredients producer Glanbia says the link between mental and physical health “should not be ignored” by brands developing new sports nutrition products as consumers search for holistic solutions.

AHPA’s annual congress flies an immunity flag, reflecting unusual times

16-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

The American Herbal Products Association has announced a focus on immunity for its annual Congress event that traditionally is scheduled to follow on the Supply Side West trade show in Las Vegas.

Indian supplier details immune cell mechanisms for Andrographis extract

01-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

Indian ingredient supplier Natural Remedies Pvt. Ltd. has validated the immune boosting effect of an Andrographis extract with a clinical study.

Kappa Bioscience on D3+K2: 'The perfect pair'

30-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

As immune health remains top of mind, vitamin D supplementation has gained wide attention. During an interview at SupplySide East, Crystal Webber, RD, senior sales manager at Kappa Bioscience, said the sunshine vitamin works best with a lesser known nutrient.

Shiitake happens: Mushrooms to play key role in immunity nutrition and health, concludes report

18-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

Concerns over immune health and the pandemic has thrust the humble mushroom into the spotlight as experts hail the fungi’s ability to interact with gut microbes that influence healthy immune and inflammatory responses.

Immunity in a glass: Orange juice bioactives may bolster immunity and reduce inflammation

19-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

The micronutrients and other bioactives contained in a glass of orange juice is sufficient enough to shore up the immune response and tackle oxidative stress and inflammation, a review concludes.

Immunity concerns turn consumers towards nutrient-packed products, survey reveals

07-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

The pandemic and threat of similar outbreaks has placed consumer focus firmly on immunity, according to market analysis, where foods high in nutrients ranked amongst ways to optimise immune health.

New study evaluates the impact of CBD on sleep

20-Apr-2021 By Danielle Masterson

As many as 70 million Americans aren't getting enough sleep. Could CBD help them?

Study: Probiotic can reduce sore throat and fever in children

19-Apr-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A supplement of two L. reuteri probiotic strains can significantly reduce days of fever and severity of pain in children being treated for upper respiratory tract infections thanks to their anti-inflammatory effects, according to a new clinical trial.

Register now! NutraIngredients hosts global immunity series

16-Apr-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

With immunity remaining high on the agenda for consumers and many industry players looking to tap into this burgeoning interest, NutraIngredients' global team will uncover the latest in science, innovation and regulation in a series of webinars next...

Growing in APAC: Swedish probiotic firm Probi expands China market via new deal with Sinopharm Foreign Trade

05-Apr-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Swedish probiotic firm Probi is expanding its presence in APAC via a new deal with China National Pharmaceutical Foreign Trade Corporation (Sinopharm Foreign Trade).

Research advances make it possible to assign an age to individuals' immune systems

18-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

As bodies age, their systems do, too. The concept of addressing ‘immunosenescence,’ or the specific aging of the immune system, has risen as a way to look at keeping older individuals healthier for longer as a subset of supporting their overall health.

Brands weigh in on launching immune support in crowded space

16-Mar-2021 By Danielle Masterson

They were already gaining traction pre-pandemic, and now, products in the immune support category are continuing to pop up everywhere—from elderberry water to CBD gummies to dairy-based probiotics. We spoke with a few brands who launched their own immune...

New natural solutions for immune health

11-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Ingredient producers have extended their portfolios to offer further natural solutions for immune health focused supplements and functional food and drink.

Kawakawa innovation: NZ researchers to trial beverage for immunity, metabolic health gains

24-Feb-2021 By Tingmin Koe

New Zealand researchers are planning to conduct clinical trials on a kawakawa beverage with immune and metabolic health benefits, before refining the formulation and sell it in the export markets.

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WATCH: Activated Probiotics and Chr Hansen on studying probiotics for immunity, atopic conditions and sleep

22-Jan-2021 By Tingmin Koe

In this month’s edition of Nutrition Asia we shine the spotlight on two firms – Australian brand Activated Probiotics and global supplier Chr Hansen – which are assessing the potential of probiotics to aid immunity, atopic conditions, and sleep.

Zinc supplementation increases cellular immune response in children – Nestle-funded study

19-Jan-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Zinc supplementation was shown to increase cellular immune responses, especially in boys and children younger than 3.5 years old, according to a study conducted on young children in Indonesia.

New immunity booster? South Korean researchers say sword bean, burdock extract enhances immunity in eight-week trial

01-Dec-2020 By Tingmin Koe

A group of South Korean researchers is proposing the intake of sword bean and burdock to improve the immune system after yielding evidence from an eight-week RCT.

Microbiome Search Trends: Getting under the skin of prebiotics

22-Oct-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

The interest in probiotics for immunity has passed its peak but a 24-month rise in internet searches for prebiotics and skin health is more than a passing trend, according to new insights from Lumina Intelligence.

SmartyPants unveils new line for multifunctional immune support

15-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

SmartyPants recently announced it is expanding its product lines with the launch of its new immunity series of supplements. The immune support formulas work with a combination of clinically-proven ingredients and are taken to compliment daily multivitamins.

Kyowa brings ‘novel option’ to immune health market with Immuse Paraprobiotic

29-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Ingredient manufacturer Kyowa Hakko and parent company Kirin Holdings unveiled its novel dietary supplement ingredient Immuse to deliver what they call a new approach for broad range immune support.

Pharmactive reveals edible botanical complex for immunity

29-Sep-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Global biotech firm Pharmactive has revealed a proprietary complex of olive leaf and ribwort plantain for immunity support and respiratory function in an edible format.

NutraCast Podcast: Chef Kukuruzovic on the flavor of immunity

18-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

What does immunity taste like? As it turns out, it tastes like green tea, honey, blood orange or pretty much anything you want it to.

The rise of hemp and other plant-based omega-3s

16-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Sustainability concerns and the growing demand for plant-based products are presenting new opportunities for dietary supplement manufacturers to offer omega-3 solutions that check off all the boxes for health-conscious, environmentally-minded consumers....

Exploring the underdeveloped category of probiotics for seniors

14-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Lumina Intelligence, a business division of William Reed Business Media, published a report that gathered data on probiotics across 25 countries. After scouring thousands of products and online reviews, the insights service found only 13 probiotics targeted...