Redesigning nutritional fact panels (NFP) may aid consumers to make an informed healthy food choice by making them pay more attention to the nutritional profile of less healthy items, a study finds.
New methods to measure and accurately quantify the levels of gut bacteria in stool samples could be a revolution for researchers and companies looking to link our gut bacteria make up to specific issues of health and disease.
The widely held belief that omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-6 PUFAs) promote low-grade inflammation is not supported by new evidence published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
A combination of fibre and probiotics post-operation could benefit gastric cancer patients by preventing diarrhoea, improving intestinal movement and decreasing intestinal disorders, say researchers in China.
The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) has ruled whole-leaf Aloe preparations containing anthranoids not suitable for use in foods, including food supplements.
Chinese and French researchers reveal details of how they genetically-engineered tomatoes to boost vitamin E, provitamin A and lycopene content, nutrients claimed to have anti-ageing properties.
Extreme levels of serum phosphate, whether high or low, are associated with significantly higher risk of a cardiac event, reports a new study in PLOS ONE.
Swiss-based ingredients biotech Evolva says it will work with the UKs Northumbria University for research on the human health benefits of its Veri-Te resveratrol.
A new distribution deal will see Blagden become the exclusive distribution rights for Taiyo’s range of health-focused ingredients in the UK and Ireland.
Personalized nutrition subscription start-up Vitamin Packs announced its partnership with BrandProject, a company which “builds, buys, and makes seed stage investments,” according to the latter’s website.
FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb has warned about the ‘deadly risks’ associated with kratom and has said the agency “must use its authority to protect the public from addictive substances like kratom.”
With an oat protein acquisition and mycoprotein partnership already under its belt, Naturex is now working on a new “high-end, functional” protein made from its leftover plant-based biomass to be launched next year. Its three-pronged strategy for growth...
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has said l-ergothioneine is safe for use in food and supplements for infants and young children, pregnant and breastfeeding women.
The Nestlé Board of Directors says it will change the organisation of its infant nutrition to enhance the company's ability to 'win' in the category. The company also announced changes to its executive board.
Natural ingredients giant Naturex has confirmed the acquisition of specialised oat-based extracts Swedish Oat Fiber, as the company looks to accelerate the development of its speciality product portfolio.
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and / or omega-3 supplementation, in addition to resistance training, could enhance muscle strength and quality even for individuals on a high-fat diet, say researchers in Korea and the US.
Probiotic supplier Ganden says its recent acquisition by Kerry Group will allow it to fast-track the growth of its products in Asia, with China and India having bene identified as two markets that are "impossible to ignore".
Polysaccharides from Aloe vera may boost the growth of beneficial gut bacteria such as Bifidobacterium spp. and Lactobacillus spp., says a new study from Chile that supports the prebiotic potential of the compounds.
A targeted medical nutrition drink containing omega-3, vitamin D, protein and a combination of polyphenols has been found to improve symptoms of cachexia, a muscle-wasting disease that is common in COPD patients.
A combination of Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids may have a supporting role alongside other therapies for attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), a review article outlines.
Oral probiotics improve the severity of Atopic Dermatitis (AD) in children, and lower the frequency of steroid use needed to manage flare-ups, according to a recent study in JAMA Dermatology.
Danone Nutricia is to further explore the benefits of probiotics in preventing infant allergies, after an initial trial showed that supplementation restored the microbiota diversity of babies delivered via C-section.
The anti-fatigue effects of beta-alanine, the rate-limiting precursor of carnosine, apply to both men and women, irrespective of baseline carnosine levels, says a new study.
Increased competition in the sports nutrition space caused dietary supplements retailer Vitamin Shoppe to report its biggest loss since going public in 2009 and sent the share price reeling.
What’s the latest evidence for the effects of probiotics? What about prebiotics? What are the current market trends? The answers to these and other questions can be heard in an online conference scheduled for this Wednesday.
Consumers don’t know how much whole grain they should eat each day or where to find it, new research commissioned by Cereal Partners Worldwide (CPW), the joint venture between Nestlé and General Mills, reveals. The group believes that global guidance...
UK-based OptiBiotix's recent licensing deal with Premier Foods offshoot Knighton will also see the firm launch an improved version of its SlimBiome range.
Mushrooms, particularly certain wild varieties, are abundant in glutathione and ergothoniene, important protectors against oxidative damage, according to recent research published in Food Chemistry.
Diabetes and other metabolic disorders are providing fertile ground for new probiotic research, says a DuPont expert who has highlighted new findings on supplementation and a reduced risk of gestational diabetes.
Supplementation using BioGaia’s probiotic strain has shown to reduce the rate of diarrhoea and associated disorders such as stunting of growth and cognitive deficiencies, a study finds.
Only five out of 19 supplement products labeled as Reishi mushroom purchased in the U.S. could be verified as genuine Reishi mushroom, says a new study that highlights quality issues in the category.
A fire at BASF’s citral plant had initially only halted supply of aroma ingredients, but the firm now says there will be an impact on vitamin A, vitamin E and carotenoids.
An experimental potato could make substantial contributions towards achieving daily vitamin A and E target intakes, according to a new study in PLOS ONE.
Consuming a diet rich in antioxidant foods is associated with a reduction in risk of type-2 diabetes (T2D) in middle-aged women, reports a new study in Diabetologia.
DuPont’s prebiotic fibre could exert positive benefits to the gut microbiome, according to an animal study featured in Nature which also raises future implications on skin, metabolic and even brain health.
Intake of dietary isoflavones showed an association with advanced prostate cancer, but not early disease, according to a recent study in International Journal of Cancer.
Moderate fish and seafood consumption during pregnancy is linked to better language and communication skills inchildren at age five, according to a recent Norwegian study published in Environment International.
A research report by a group led by prominent supplement industry critic Dr Pieter Cohen MD, found DMAA and three similar stimulant-like compounds in dietary supplement-like products purchased on the open market.
The federal government has seized more than $3 million from Hi Tech Pharmaceuticals CEO Jared Wheat as part of its money laundering and mail fraud case against the executive and the dietary supplement company he controls.
India is home to the largest number of malnourished children globally, with 50% of the world's under-nourished children residing in the country, according to new data.
Claiming to be a category leader can be expensive. Aker BioMarine CEO Matts Johansen said his company accepted that challenge when it produced a pricey video highlighting the importance of testing omega-3 levels in consumers.
Daily supplementation with the pinkish-red pigment astaxanthin may improve facial skin health in middle-aged subjects, suggests a new study from scientists in the UK and Russia.
A joint statement delivered to the European Parliament has called for recognition of the category and a harmonised approach that would allow the use of a generic descriptor and ‘meaningful consumer information’.
Higher blood levels of iron in new-born babies were found to be associated with a higher likelihood of type-1 diabetes (T1D) before the age of 16, according to a recent study in Nutrients.
