GLP-1 levels increased with OEA supplementation - Study
Supplementation with oleoylethanolamide (OEA) could significantly increase the body’s production of GLP-1, according to new findings published in Frontiers in Endocrinology.
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ADM: Pet longevity supplements can be a hard sell
Pet owners know that longevity is important for their animals, but they disagree on whether to buy supplements for it.
Microalga extract shows promise for fatigue through mitochondrial function
Freshwater microalga extract shows anti-fatigue effects by boosting antioxidant defences and mitochondrial function in new animal research published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Indian firm taps into energy infusion to raise bioavailability of botanicals
An Indian company has developed a novel technology that combines artificial intelligence (AI) and controlled energy load infusion to increase the bioavailability of botanicals in nutraceuticals.
Verb’s oat-based postbiotic may boost keystone microbiota and improve mood
Daily supplementation with an oat-based postbiotic from Verb Biotics may enrich keystone species in the intestine, reduce pro-inflammatory biomarkers, and improve emotional wellness in healthy adults, says a new randomized, double-blind,...
AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics’ blend may improve multiple menopause symptoms
A probiotic blend developed by AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics may help improve menopause-related symptoms and quality of life in peri- and postmenopausal women.
Could soaring whey prices make infant formula even more expensive?
Will the use of whey in trending foods and beverages have a knock-on effect on essential categories?
Regenerate Symposium to examine science, strategy for closing omega-3 nutrition gap
The one-day meeting will examine emerging science and commercial strategies shaping the future of omega-3 nutrition.
Acute intake of Cargill’s postbiotic EpiCor rapidly alters immune markers
A single dose of the yeast-derived postbiotic EpiCor may rapidly influence immune activity within hours of consumption, according to new research funded by Cargill.
Danone reports H1 sales boost despite infant formula recall incident
Global food giant Danone has reported closing a ‘solid’ first half of the year, with sales up in its specialized nutrition division despite the infant formula recall earlier this year.
Lallemand boosts U.S. footprint and capacity with BIO-CAT acquisition
Canada’s Lallemand Inc. has completed the acquisition of Virginia-based BIO-CAT Enzymes & Microbials, effective July 31, 2026. Both companies are privately held, and terms have not been disclosed.
Nutra Healthspan Summit: First speakers announced!
The Nutra Healthspan Summit will land in London once again this November, bringing together leading academics, innovators, analysts and practitioners in the longevity space.
The Akkermansia Company secures new US patent for metabolic disorders
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued The Akkermansia Company (TAC) with a new patent, granting the company the exclusive right to market Akkermansia for metabolic disorders.
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Format, loading, ingredients: Sirio Pharma on tackling APAC’s oral beauty market
Beauty-from-within was the second-largest category in Asia-Pacific’s vitamin and dietary supplement sector last year and Sirio Pharma says it is focusing on key progress in its ingredient and dosage innovations in securing greater market shares in the...
Fast-growing CDMO Wellma acquires Virun NutraBiosciences
Sweden’s Wellma has partnered with nutrient delivery technologies pioneer Virun NutraBiosciences, marking Wellma’s first sites in the US and in Ireland.
Healthspan Innovators: Calling all start-ups in longevity and cellular aging
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Healthspan Innovators session and present their company in London.
SuanNutra to acquire IFF Specialty Natural Ingredients businesses in major clean-label drive
SuanNutra has announced plans to acquire IFF’s Specialty Natural Ingredients businesses, expanding its portfolio and R&D capabilities amid growing demand for clean-label ingredients.
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Unbalanced intake, inadequate supply spur protein innovation in China – Angel Yeast
The unbalanced protein intake among Chinese consumers and insufficient domestic supply of high-quality protein are two key drivers of innovation in the market, says Angel Yeast.
Eggnovo’s eggshell membrane ingredient receives Novel Food approval
The European Commission has approved Eggnovo’s enzymatically produced eggshell membrane (ESM) hydrolysate as a novel food for use in food supplements across the EU.
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Paradigm shift: Next frontier of probiotics lies in traceability and functionality – TCI
Taiwanese company TCI says the next frontier of probiotics is not drawing more correlations between the gut and other organs, but tracing what travels between and building a more complete evidence chain.
Solabia completes Mibelle Biochemistry takeover to target growing nutricosmetics market
Solabia Group has officially closed its acquisition of Swiss active ingredients specialist Mibelle Biochemistry from Persán.
StudySetGo launches investor-company matchmaking platform
Decentralized, randomized controlled trial platform StudySetGo is launching a new matchmaking platform to connect investors with health and nutrition companies seeking funding for clinical trials.
The 2026 NutraIngredients USA Awards: And the winners are...
The winners of the 9th Annual NutraIngredients USA Awards were revealed this evening (July 13) during an awards presentation in Chicago.
Can an eggshell-based ingredient bolster 43 structure-function claims?
A new ingredient from eggshell membrane promises to support skin, joints, early inflammatory response, and more.
SRI-81 Shatavari receives Health Canada NPN
Health Canada has issued Ixoreal Biomed’s SRI-81 Shatavari, a standardized, clinically validated root-only extract for the women’s health market, with a Natural Product Number.
Despite fire, Oshala Farm owners pledge to carry on
A fire destroyed parts of well-known Oshala Farm, an herbal farm and bulk ingredient supplier, located in Grants Pass, Oregon.
Nexira goes straight to the source with acquisition of carob specialist Keragum
French botanical ingredient supplier Nexira has acquired Moroccan carob specialist Keragum in a move to strengthen supply chain control and improve traceability amid increasing demand for natural, clean-label ingredients.
Probiota Americas 2026 in pictures
From regulation and women’s health to healthy aging and commercialization, this year’s conference brought together the people and ideas shaping the next chapter of microbiome innovation.
Monteloeder looks to fill gaps in sleep support following latest regulatory approvals
SuanNutra-owned Monteloeder seeks to fill existing gaps in the sleep support category on the back of regulatory approval of its proprietary RelaxPLX ingredient in South Korea.
Collagen peptide supplements may boost resistance training response: RCT
A combination of specific collagen peptide supplementation and resistance training may increase collagen content in connective tissue more than resistance training alone, says a new study using Gelita’s BodyBalance ingredient.
NVP Healthcare eyes foothold in Latin America through partnership with Brazilian firm
South Korean biohealth firm NVP Healthcare has entered into an exclusive supply deal for its proprietary probiotic ingredient with a Brazilian company to bolster its expansion in the Latin America region.
July 16: Join our beauty-from-within webinar
It’s not too late to register! NutraIngredients-USA’s annual Beauty-from-Within webinar will return July 16 with a new panel of experts to examine the science, innovation and market forces shaping the nutricosmetics category.
‘West meets East’: Indian govt seeks nutra export opportunities in upcoming expo
The Indian government, through the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, is pursuing global export opportunities for the nutraceutical sector at an upcoming expo, where NutraIngredients is a media partner.
Farm to factory: Inside Cepham’s vertically integrated approach to ingredient innovation
NutraIngredients visited Cepham’s experimental farm and two manufacturing facilities in northern India to see how the company is combining agriculture, extraction and in-house manufacturing to support sustainable ingredient development.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Retailers JD Health, Guardian, Alpro Pharmacy join major brands next week
There is still a week left until the Growth Asia Summit 2026 and we can confirm the attendance of retailers active in the region’s health and nutrition space, including Alpro Pharmacy, China’s JD Health and Guardian Singapore.
Whey boom fuels surge in protein processing expansion
From WPC80 to lactoferrin, dairy companies globally are investing in premium protein capacity to capture growth in the high-end sports nutrition and functional food space
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China’s probiotics market sees fast, consistent growth, says IFF
China is one of the “best and fastest” probiotic markets, Allyson Fish, senior vice president at IFF Health & Biosciences, told NutraIngredients, emphasizing that more importantly, the market has been growing consistently over the years.
‘Discovery is only the first step’: Brightseed CEO on AI’s next role in nutrition R&D
As artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates ingredient discovery, the next question is whether it can help companies avoid costly dead ends later in development.
Kimere-derived probiotics may offer modest weight loss benefits: RCT
Adding Kimere-derived probiotic supplements may provide modest reductions in body fat when added to a lifestyle-based weight loss program, says a new study from scientists from Texas A&M University.
Deadline extended: NutraIngredients-Asia Awards submission to close on July 3
The deadline for submitting your entry for the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards has been extended by over a week to 23:55 Singapore time on July 3 (Friday).
Q&A: Can pet supplements follow the human healthspan playbook?
As pet nutrition increasingly mirrors trends seen in human supplements, ingredient suppliers are targeting healthy aging, cognitive support, microbiome health and species-specific formulations to meet evolving consumer expectations.
Budenheim expands beyond phosphates with chelated minerals
The company’s category growth reflects growing demand for mineral forms that combine high bioavailability, gastrointestinal tolerance, and formulation flexibility, according to Jorge Flores, senior vice president marketing and sales, Division Life...
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Botanic Healthcare looks to address ‘neglected’ men’s health category
Indian company Botanic Healthcare says that its new men’s health ingredient innovations, focusing on addressing the needs of two age groups, are set to be launched within the year, despite the category having taken a back seat in recent years.
International Probiotics Conference set to deliver unmissable insights from birth to spaceflight
A key forum for microbiome-focused scientists, researchers, and industry, arrives in Kraków, Poland, next week (June 22–24), to spotlight cutting‑edge discoveries, from next‑generation strains and longevity research to smart tech and spaceflight.