Polish family-owned plant extract producer Greenvit has announced a strategic distribution partnership with Swisseutic, a new venture led by industry veteran Christian Artaria.
A supplement containing a combination of ginger and Vitex negundo showed promising results for alleviating low back pain in a clinical trial. The results of the trial, funded by Enovate Biolife, showed improvements in pain intensity and other markers.
A range of botanicals, vitamins and lactic acid bacteria show potential in supporting menopausal women experiencing hot flashes, according to a new review.
A new pre-clinical study indicates that Zeropollution, a beauty-from-within blend developed by global botanical ingredient supplier Monteloeder, improves skin complexion by inhibiting pollution-induced damage and inflammation.
Givaudan is tapping into the active nutrition market with flavour-focused food and drink concepts to appeal to the broader demand for immunity, relaxation, focus and physical health.
Gaia Herbs is targeting gut and immune health with its new range of “full spectrum postbiotics” made with lactic acid bacteria from spontaneous fermentation in either Ginger-Turmeric, Sauerkraut, Ginger-Beet or Kimchi capsules.
PhytoGaia has expressed interest in conducting joint research in the use of multi-carotenoids for weight management, as well as building on existing evidence for product development.
Ingredient supplier PLT Health Solutions has entered the sleep category with its new Serezin-branded botanical formula, designed to provide fast-acting pain relief for more restful nights and upbeat days.
Huel has "bent its mission statement" to launch Daily Greens, its first powdered supplement, which aims to fill nutritional gaps identified in competing products on the market.
Extracts from olive leaves exposed to water stress demonstrate antioxidant properties on human cells and may offer greater protection against oxidative damage, according to a recent study.
NutraIngredients Award Winner Uriach shared how it is addressing consumer needs from sleep aids to cholesterol management, prioritizing holistic, natural and sustainable health based on improved habits and prevention.
A new randomized controlled trial reported significant improvements to sleep quality following administration of the black cumin oil extract BCO-5 over a week-long period in healthy adults.
A recent study has found that supplementation with a mixture of Crataegus pinnatifida leaves and Citrus unshiu peels, resulted in significant improvements to body weight and fat percentage in overweight adults.
A new German study suggests that Benzyl isothiocyanate (BITC) from the flowering plant nasturtium provides antimicrobial benefits without negatively impacting gut microbiota diversity or species richness in healthy women.
Boston-based plant cell tech company Ayana Bio has signed a seven-figure joint development agreement with South Korea’s Wooree Green Science to develop plant cell-derived saffron and other important bioactive ingredients.
The NutraIngredients Awards are back for 2024 and celebrating a decade of honouring the best and brightest in the industry, but what are our judges looking for?
The newly launched Southern African Botanical Product Association (SABPA) has begun work to bring the region’s portfolio of native ingredients to the fore.
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.
Golden tomato-derived supplement Lumenato improves skin barrier, firmness and elasticity in a range of skin types, according to new research from supplement manufacturer Lycored.
The second day of Probiota will feature presentations from representatives from Holland & Barrett, ResBiotic Nutrition, Thorne Healthtech, BIOHM Health and many more.
A diet that includes walnuts may confer cardiovascular benefits by modulating the gut microbiome, according to a recent study sponsored by the California Walnut Commission.
Dietary supplementation with prunes can have a broad range of effects on immune, inflammatory and oxidative stress markers in postmenopausal women, according to a recent study.
Achiote extract may be beneficial for testosterone enhancement in male populations, a new study concludes, representing the "first step" in building a safety profile in humans.
After another year speaking to leading experts, digging into the latest science, discovering exciting insights, and delivering the latest scoop, the editorial team at NutraIngredients reminisces over its 2023 highlights.
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.
The food supplements sector in Europe has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, fuelled by increasing consumer awareness about health, nutrition and wellness, but the complex regulatory framework is a minefield for many players.
The flowering plant in the amaryllis family, also known as Allium sativum, significantly decreases systolic blood pressure in hypertensives, according to research that appeared in the Journal of Functional Foods.
Blue Origins, a supplement developed by France-based Fermentalg, is the first created from a phycocyanin obtained by fermentation as well as from a new source of microalgae, according to the company.
A new systematic review observes a significant association between short-term Withania somnifera (WS) supplement intakes and reduced cortisol levels in individuals suffering from stress.
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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).
Astaxanthin supplementation combined with CrossFit exercise significantly improves adipokine function in men with obesity, mitigating complications and enhancing metabolic health, a new study concludes.
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.
Ahiflower oil may form newly synthesized omega-3 DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and replace it in key tissues like liver, adipose, and the brain in mice with comparable efficiency as ‘preformed’ DHA from fish.
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.
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.
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).
Green coffee extract may have a beneficial effect on lipid profile and inflammation in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, a new study has concluded.
WellVine, the functional ingredient manufacturer utilising Chardonnay Marc, has been chosen as a NutraIngredients ‘Probiota Pioneer’ for its zero-waste ingredient designed for gut health.
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 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.
Canadian omega-3 producer Algarithm Ingredients Inc. is set to work with Dutch nutritional oils producer De Wit Speciality Oils BV to distribute its sustainable oils across the European region.