Micronutrients

Professor warns of micronutrient deficiency risks in sustainable diets

20-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

Plant-focused diets, such as that recommended by EAT- Lancet to address environmental sustainability, may place consumers at risk of various micronutrient deficiencies, according to professor Sarah Bath from the university of Surrey.

Study explores relationship between exercise type and nutrient intake in young adults

28-Feb-2023 By Asia Sherman

Different types of exercise may influence the intake of macro-and micro-nutrients including carbohydrates, fats, proteins and B vitamins in young adults, according to a recent study.

Meta-analysis: Some micronutrients may be better for the heart than others

15-Dec-2022 By Asia Sherman

Supplementation with some but not all micronutrients may benefit cardiometabolic health, says a new review published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Others may even be bad for your heart.

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Data delivery: DSM’s new micronutrient database aims at cost-saving, more efficient NPD

02-Nov-2022 By Tingmin Koe

DSM has developed a database that could identify the key micronutrient gaps in 11 markets across Asia-Pacific, and in turn, help health supplement brands and manufacturers design products to meet these needs.

Micronutrient bar first envisioned by Dr Bruce Ames launched at retail

22-Aug-2022 By Hank Schultz

A micronutrient bar first developed by renowned researcher Dr Bruce Ames, PhD, has reached widespread commercialization via a partnership with the Kroger Co.

Essential nutrient intake compromised in vegan diets, says the BNF

17-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

The British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) has published a report highlighting the plant-based nature of vegan diets that could reduce intake of essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, iodine and vitamin B12.

Scientists identify hormone that might help solve malabsorption

22-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Using human intestinal organoids grown from stem cells, scientists may have uncovered how the body directs nutrient absorption.

Baze receives Personalized Nutrition Initiative of the Year Award

21-Jul-2020 By Danielle Masterson

As personalized nutrition company Baze transforms health and wellness through the power of food and supplements, NutraIngredients-USA Awards recognized the start-up with the Personalized Nutrition Initiative of the Year Award for their Marketplace.