Gastrointestinal Health

Ginger supplementation improves GI symptoms in RRMS patients – new trial

12-Dec-2023 By Hazel Tang

Consumption of ginger supplementation can alleviate constipation, nausea, bloating, and abdominal pain in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS), according to a new trial.

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.

Probiotic BG01-4 relieves constipation and discomfort in GI disorders

30-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Probiotic BG01-4 improves specific symptoms of constipation and related GI dysfunction in people with self-reported functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGID), which affects a significant percentage of the global population, a new study concludes.

Bacillus subtilis strain shows efficacy to alleviate gas-related GI symptoms

28-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Six weeks of supplementation with a specific probiotic strain of Bacillus subtilis may improve bloating, burping, and flatulence in healthy adults, says a new study.

Probiotics may improve selected GI symptoms in distance runners

18-Aug-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Probiotic supplements may improve general health and reduce the incidence of selected gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances in long-distance runners, researchers say.

Study outlines gastro-intestinal benefits of 'comfort' formula

01-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

An industry funded observational study of 196 infants has concluded an infant formula containing prebiotic and probiotic ingredients can decrease symptoms of gastro-intestinal disorders within three days.

NutraCast: Sonia Grego, PhD, on Smart Sampling Toilet technology

04-Jun-2021 By Danielle Masterson

A smart toilet that uses artificial intelligence is making a splash at Duke University. The tool, which is under development, can be retrofitted within the pipes of an existing toilet to help analyze stool. The new technology could assist in managing...

Novozymes acquires US-based Microbiome Labs for US$125 million

06-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Denmark’s Novozymes has announced the acquisition of Illinois-based Microbiome Labs, which offers a range of proprietary probiotic and microbiome solutions.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients launches Biotis health and wellness ingredients

04-Jun-2020 By Jim Cornall

FrieslandCampina Ingredients has announced the launch of Biotis - a new range of health benefit solutions aimed at supporting health and wellness throughout all life stages.

Plant-based diet helps mice ward off GI infection: Study

07-Jan-2020 By Danielle Masterson

An increasing number of health-conscious consumers are embracing the plant-based lifestyle. While few are willing to commit to full-on veganism, according to Nielsen, about 40% of American and Canadian consumers are trying to eat more plant-based foods.