Cognitive function

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.

COSMOS: Multivitamins linked to improved memory, slower age-related cognitive decline

19-Jan-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Daily multivitamin supplementation may boost episodic memory and slow cognitive in older adults, says new data published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Top reasons to enter the NutraIngredients Awards!

17-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards are back for 2024 and celebrating a decade of honouring the best and brightest in the nutraceuticals industry

Enter now! Join the 10th anniversary celebration of the NutraIngredients Awards

10-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards are back with a bang in 2024 as we celebrate our 10th year honouring the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people and projects across the dietary supplements industry.

NMN for infants: Meiji study suggests this could be ‘important nutrient’ for early childhood development

10-Jan-2024 By Tingmin Koe

Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is known for its longevity-related health claims, but a new observational study from Meiji claims that a higher concentration of the NMN in breast milk is linked to significantly better motor and communication skills...

Industry demands closure to CBD regulation stalemate

09-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

The Association for the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI) has published a report calling on the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the Home Office to work together to end the regulatory stalemate threatening the sector.

Vitamin E intervention 'could be crucial' against Parkinson's disease prevalence

08-Jan-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Vitamin E could be used as a prevention strategy for the occurrence of Parkinson's disease (PD), a new study assessing data from 13,340 participants concluded.

Prinova releases megatrends report

05-Jan-2024 By Danielle Masterson

From gut health to a healthier planet, ingredient firm Prinova is hoping to use its latest megatrends report to showcase the opportunities available to leverage its ingredient portfolio, vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and other in-house...

Does cocoa extract improve cognitive function in older adults?

04-Jan-2024 By Asia Sherman

Supplementing with cocoa extract may benefit some aging brains more than others, according to findings from a recent study.

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.

NI Awards "helped put Pharmako Biotechnologies on the map”

21-Dec-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

With the NutraIngredients Awards celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2024, we speak to winners from the last decade and find out how their award win has impacted their business.

Bened Life extends psychobiotic benefits to boost mood in general public

20-Dec-2023 By Asia Sherman

After finding success with its medical probiotic Neuralli for neurodivergent communities, Bened Life is broadening the reach of its psychobiotic strain to a wider audience in the new year.

NPD Launchpad: From collagen drinks to mindful mushrooms

20-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

December new product launches have featured an array of collagen-based innovation and the demand for functional mushrooms continues to generate NPD.

Balchem boosts Choline production by 50% as cognitive category drives demand

19-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Responding to growing demand for choline across the lifespan, Balchem has announced the completion of its US capacity expansion for its VitaCholine, boosting output by 50%.

Probiotic strain may sustain performance levels in office workers: RCT

19-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT observes that the probiotic Lacticaseibacillus paracasei Strain Shirota (LcS) improves attention scores in healthy adults suffering from sleep complaints, when compared to a placebo group.

Holland and Barrett predicts health trends for 2024

19-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

Following strong trends in protein and immunity throughout 2023, Holland and Barrett predicts new consumer demands for natural energy alternatives, cognitive care, personalised hormonal support, and optimised hydration in 2024.

Vitamin B12 offers neuroprotective role in animals induced with type 1 diabetes

18-Dec-2023 By Claudia Adrien

Vitamin B12 may protect the brain in diabetics, suggests data from a new animal study published in Chemico-Biological Interactions.

CRN-International identifies global nutrient gaps, with focus on brain health ingredients

14-Dec-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The event earlier this year brought together experts from around the world to shed light on the critical issues surrounding global nutrition challenges and policy efforts.

ImperialOel on innovating within a shifting omega-3 market

14-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

The natural lipid ingredient and supplement supplier ImperialOel l says the omega-3 market is in a transition phase due to high prices and severe fish oil shortages, creating a strong demand for sustainable alternatives to meet the health needs of the...

Higher second trimester iron and vitamin D levels minimize depression symptoms later in pregnancy

13-Dec-2023 By Claudia Adrien

Getting enough iron and vitamin D during the second trimester of pregnancy was related to less maternal depression symptoms during the third trimester, according to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition.

Guayusa and Lion’s Mane square off in cognitive performance study

07-Dec-2023 By Asia Sherman

Both guayusa and Lion’s Mane extracts may improve measures of cognition and feelings of happiness in healthy adults, according to a recent study.

Collagen peptides may offer sleep, cognitive benefits for men: RCT

06-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming collagen peptides before bedtime may reduce awakenings during the night and improve cognitive function for athletic men with sleep complaints, says a new study funded by Rousselot.

Food Ingredients Europe 2023: Key themes

06-Dec-2023 By Nikki Hancocks and Olivia Haslam

Cognitive health, digestion+, beauty-from-within and women's health were some of the key health themes that emerged from Food Ingredients Europe, in Frankfurt, last week (Nov 28-30).

In the mood for Lactobacillus: Gut bacteria may ward off anxiety and depression

05-Dec-2023 By Asia Sherman

New research in mice shows that maintaining a healthy level of Lactobacillus gut bacteria helps the body manage stress through immune response to support psychological resilience.

Study: Probiotic improves psychological premenstrual symptoms

05-Dec-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Lactobacillus paragasseri (OLL2809) supplementation can alleviate premenstrual ‘decline in activity’ and ‘irritability’, a new study has concluded.

Polysaccharides show “genuine” potential as neuroprotective therapeutic, researchers stress

05-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new review reveals the significant neuroprotective properties of dietary polysaccharides, attributing their actions to the key mechanisms of oxidative stress reduction, neuronal production, metabolic regulation, and gut barrier integrity promotion.

Chewable beetroot supplement may boost cognition, memory: Human data

04-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Acute consumption of a chewable beetroot supplement may boost memory and mental flexibility in healthy females and males, says a new study.

Mushrooms for the mind: Research concludes Lion’s Mane improves cognitive performance and reduces stress

01-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT investigating the effect of Lion’s Mane intakes on cognition and stress in healthy, young adults reports significant improvements in short and long-term cognition, when compared to control groups.

RCT supports Sabinsa’s Ashwagandha for stress management in healthy adults

29-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a standardized Ashwagandha root extract may reduce stress and anxiety in healthy individuals with mild to moderate stress-related symptoms, compared to placebo, says a new study from Sabinsa.

UK Biobank study defines populations most likely to benefit from omega-3 interventions

27-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The largest prospective cohort study to date on omega-3 biomarkers and dementia links increased circulating levels of fatty acids in blood with reduced risk of the disease.

November 2023: NPD Launchpad

24-Nov-2023 By Olivia Brown

November new product launches feature on-the-go innovative proteins, nootropic productivity drinks for a natural brain-boost, and convenient lifestyle solutions for holistic health.

Green Bioactives partners Azelis for memory ingredient distribution

24-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Scottish biotech firm Green Bioactives and specialty chemical supplier Azelis have partnered for the distribution and promotion of the memory complex GBL-Memory1 across Spain and Portugal.

Time for a smarter approach to adaptogens

23-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Nektium scientists are working to better educate on the benefits of adaptogenic ingredients and improve classification, with a focus on two of the "hero" ingredients of this realm: Rhodiola rosea (RR) and Withania somnifera (WS).

Cognitive Health Special

Adday: targeting the gut-brain axis for cognitive clarity

23-Nov-2023 By Olivia Brown

Nutritional supplement company Adday have entered the cognitive health space with the launch of its new ‘Mind Focus’ powdered drink product, which contains an array of science-backed bacterial strains, botanical extracts, vitamins, and minerals to meet...

Cognitive Health Special

Omega-3 may be an “effective add-on therapeutic” for depression: study

23-Nov-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new umbrella review of meta-analyses investigating the effect of long-chain omega-3 supplementation on depressive symptoms concludes the majority of studies observe a significant effect, particularly in those with major depressive disorder (MDD).

GC Rieber: Innovating for optimal omega-3 oils

23-Nov-2023 By Olivia Brown

The omega-3 oils producer VivoMega by GC Rieber has introduced its innovation VivoSens, which enables for the optimisation of the sensory analysis and subsequent performance of omega-3 oils.

Systemic interventions needed in cognitive ageing research

23-Nov-2023 By Olivia Haslam

“What is good for the heart, is good for the brain,” according to noted cognitive health nutrition academic Professor Andrew Scholey.

Iron deficiency may make women more prone to depression: Study

22-Nov-2023 By Claudia Adrien

Insufficient amounts of iron in the body may lead to psychosocial health consequences such as depression among women of reproductive age (WRA), according to research published in the Journal of Nutrition.

Coffee grounds could hold key to creating new therapies for neurodegenerative diseases

22-Nov-2023 By Rachel Arthur

A substance derived from spent coffee grounds has the potential to protect brain cells from the damage caused by several neurodegenerative diseases: including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Huntington’s, according to a new study.

Gut-brain axis: Perfect storm of interest makes for an exciting arena

22-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Scientific advances and consumer appetite have converged to make the gut-brain axis one of the most exciting areas of research today, according to a leading scientist at ADM.

"Something is going seriously wrong": Leading the charge on brain nutrition with trailblazing citizen science

20-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

"We have to put mental health at the top of the agenda", says Patrick Holford, as he leads the charge on nutrition for brain health with a citizen science programme expected to gather one million participants by next year.

A cup of strawberries a day may help keep dementia away

17-Nov-2023 By Asia Sherman

A recent study led by University of Cincinnati researchers connects strawberry consumption with improved brain function and mood in middle-aged, overweight adults.

The NutraIngredients Awards celebrate a decade of industry honours

16-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards will be back with a bang in 2024 as we celebrate our 10th year honouring the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people, and projects across the dietary supplements industry.

Fitbiomics co-founder on probiotics for sleep, new Veillonella data, and more platforms

15-Nov-2023 By Stephen Daniells

After strong early success for Nella for digestion, sleep, and energy, and the impending widescale roll-out of Veillonella for fatigue and endurance, Fitbiomics is building new product and benefit platforms for its unique probiotics.