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Katherine Pollard (left) and Patrick Bradley (right) identified genes that may help microbes live successfully in the human gut. [Photo: Elisabeth Fall]

Survival of the fittest: Gut colonisation study could lead to gene-targeting probiotics

New probiotic products targeting individual genes for gut microbial diversity could be on the horizon after researchers outline a data-based approach that identifies the growth of beneficial microbes.

BASF-backed study links dietary omega-3 intake and NAFLD management

Eating more long-chain omega-3 fatty acids (LC-PUFAs) could help control non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), according to a meta-analysis of existing data.

DSM, Salutivia deal looks beyond Brexit to address emerging nutritional trends

DSM has appointed Salutivia as UK distributor for its range of vitamins, carotenoids, and essential fatty acids in a deal that plays to Salutivia’s strengths in the supplement and food ingredient markets.

Coca-Cola bets on coconut water-based sports drink brand BodyArmor

Riding on the ‘clean label’ sports nutrition movement, beverage giant Coca-Cola announced that it is acquiring a minority stake in BodyArmor, structured to lead to a full acquisition.

Daily cricket consumption may alter gut microbiota, clinical trial suggests

Consuming 25 grams of cricket powder per day may alter specific populations of beneficial gut bacteria, a double-blind, randomized crossover trial conducted at Colorado State University indicated.

Mandatory folic acid fortification of bread backed by experts in New Zealand

New Zealand's Chief Science Advisor and the Royal Society Te Apārangi have backed the health benefits of fortifying bread with folic acid, adding to calls for mandatory fortification in the country.

Japan leading the charge for DNA testing trend in boost for personalised nutrition firms

Japan's consumer genetic testing industry is booming, buoying hopes that personalised nutrition firms can tap into demands for tailored products, especially among the elderly.

Stricter South African regulation of supplements leaves industry ‘in a rut’

Changes in South Africa’s legislation on vitamins and dietary supplements appear to be slowing growth in the market which has recently seen double digit growth, according to a recent Euromonitor podcast.