Proposals to overhaul the UK Cannabidiol (CBD) approval system has led to tension among some members of the Secretariat Advisory Board (SAB) of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) that liaises with government to inform industry policies.
Bioiberica’s type II collagen, Collavant n2, can reduce symptoms of osteoarthritis in just five days when combined with the herbal extract Boswellia serrata, new research suggests.
Short-term consumption of blueberries can improve health outcomes in adults at high-risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) but results on healthy individuals are ambiguous and require further investigation to establish long-term outcomes.
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) has shown to inhibit the COVID-19 virus in both in-silico and in-vitro settings, and positive findings from a clinical trial are expected to be published in Q3, says functional ingredient firm Gencor.
New Zealand is pumping in cash to boost its cherry-growing industry by funding research to assess the nutritional value of the stone fruit that has been purported to reduce inflammation, regulate blood pressure and improve sleep among many.
In an ongoing market surveillance program, supplement manufacturer NOW has revealed a new trick spotted on Amazon to deceive consumers about what a product’s testing results actually mean.
With more than one billion women expected to have entered menopause worldwide by 2025, Bonafide is highlighting the need to increase education on preparing, managing, and addressing solutions for menopause symptoms.
OME Health has secured extra funding to enable expansion of its personalised nutrition and health coaching platform both within current UK and EU markets and into the US and Asia.
Supplementation with lutein and zeaxanthin reduces the risk of developing lung cancer and slows the progress of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), say researchers.
Increased dietary intakes of selenium for women with type 2 diabetes are associated with longer telomeres, reported to be a marker of biological aging, says a new study from China.
A combination of olive and pomegranate fruit extracts could help improve lipid profiles and reduce the risk factor for cardiovascular (CVD) disease, according to the results of a Spanish study.
Changing dietary patterns may help alleviate depression and anxiety, especially in individuals with comorbidity, according to a study published in the European Journal of Nutrition.
Flavanones from grapefruit may modulate the expression of genes linked to better vascular function, says a new study with postmenopausal women that shines a light on potential mechanisms of action.
Between worker shortages, plant shutdowns, trucking issues, backups at the ports, supply chains are pinched and prices are growing. Every industry is feeling the inflation burn – and the health and wellness sector is no exception. According to SPINS,...
Health and wellness company Onnit has added a new study to its growing portfolio of clinical trials to validate the benefits of the “total human optimization” brand’s range of multi-ingredient supplements.
A new botanical gum containing a tailored, child-safe dosage of the active ingredient gymenma sylvestre has been created by start-up Sweet Victory in collaboration with Givaudan.
There is an urgent need for better nutrition among children in South-East Asia who face a ‘triple burden’ of malnutrition, according to a recent study commissioned and funded by FrieslandCampina.
The dietary supplements industry has reacted to a recent report from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force that dismissed the potential benefits of multivitamins for the prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Last week’s meeting of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Science Board did little to assuage a frustrated CBD industry that continues to call for regulation of the cannabinoid as a dietary supplement.
The European Union is to amend current levels of red yeast rice-derived monacolins permitted in food in a move that ends the regulatory wrangling of this component dating back to 2010.
NutraIngredients is delighted to reveal a whole host of expert speakers who are set to join the stellar line-up for the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit Europe (SANSE) in Amsterdam this autumn.
Gas up, electricity up, petrol up, fed up? When costs are mounting, take inspiration from those taking the leap to better working conditions, more responsibility and most importantly more pay!
Global seafood giant Thai Union says it is placing a significant focus on microalgae omega-3, besides its usual marine sources, as it seeks to diversify its ingredients business.
Short-term supplementation of an essential amino acid metabolite could reduce delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) in football players, a study suggests.
Christian Hansen has received EU safety approval for genetically modified (GM) 3-fucosyllactose (3-FL) oligosaccharide for infant formula (IF) and follow-on formula (FOF).
With consumers increasingly demanding scientifically-validated nutra products and ingredients, one of the key scientists in Australia’s national research agency has revealed the three factors that are crucial for a high-quality trial.
The bioavailability of cauliflower-encapsulated omega-3 is on-par with omega-3 encapsulated in bovine gelatine capsules, a study conducted in Australia and Singapore has shown.
Vitamin D levels marginally increased in people who received low dose vitamin D3 alone or combined with calcium, compared to a decline seen in those who received calcium supplement alone or a placebo, according to a new RCT from the UAE.
Zylaria has worked its way from the folds of termite nests into the premium sleep aid market as a featured ingredient promoting relaxation, elevated mood and improved sleep quality.
DSM, Unilever and Google are among a number of global organisations who have contributed to a publication describing how to improve nutrition in the workplace.
Supplement companies must enact policies to fight and prevent modern slavery across their supply chains, ensure clear accountability and governance structures, and coordinate efforts to increase education on modern slavery among staff and suppliers.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients has launched a high purity prebiotic that overcomes the technical limitations of developing formulations for small format supplements.
The authors of a recent review assert that all diet-related chronic diseases are linked to the microbiome but there is limited consideration of these interactions in contemporary dietary guidelines.
Fibre is an important nutrient for professional and amateur athletes but as many turn to plant-based diets fibre deficiency is increasing, say the authors of a new study.
Hologram Sciences has launched Phenology, its new women’s health brand offering a one-stop destination for menopause solutions that it hopes will redefine the experience with a holistic approach addressing health and beauty solutions.
Consumption of whey protein and vitamin D3 supplements in healthy young males undergoing resistance training has revealed beneficial effects on muscle mass and strength.
Major New Zealand supplement brand GO Healthy has launched a premium supplement brand named the PRO Series, an over-the-counter (OTC) range that it hopes can rival practitioner-only products.
Bioenergy Life Sciences says new data will help expand the playing field for its legacy ribose ingredient. The new line of development centers on AMPK activation.
Swiss researchers at the University of Basel assert that high-dose probiotics can reduce the symptoms of major depressive disorder (MDD) and suggest supplementation as a possible “non-stigmatising” add-on therapy.
Mandatory Product Listing can still be a good idea for industry, proponents maintain, even if the latest legislative iteration has failed to garner support from stakeholders.
