The European Court of Justice (ECJ) says the current ‘on hold’ situation for botanicals is not satisfactory, in a double-edged ruling that seems to suggest a rejected claim is better than one on hold.
Higher blood levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in young children are associated with a reduction in the risk of allergies and asthma as teenagers, reports a new study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
Researchers in China studied the seed extract of a flowering plant called Oroxylum indicum, which is native to the Indian subcontinent and mainland Southeast Asia. They found that administering the extract to pre-diabetic mice reduced markers that may...
Every 21 seconds someone in the US discovers they have diabetes, setting a breakneck pace that is fueling a 6% annual increase in the number of Americans diagnosed with the chronic disease for which there is no cure, but which can be managed in part through...
Scientific research and innovation must underpin efforts in tackling issues such as food safety and waste that blight nutritional and agricultural ecosystems, according to a European science consortium.
Gut bacteria appears to thrive with regular physical contact, suggests new animal data that shows ‘huddling’ actions lead to a synchronised microbiome.
Consuming functional foods containing plant sterols may an economically attractive means of lowering cholesterol, improving quality of life, and reducing cardiovascular events in elderly adults, a new reports argues.
Gut bacteria dysbiosis during young adulthood may be involved in the development of multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a recent study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Babies supplemented with a proprietary probiotic strain maintained high numbers of the species in their gut, even after supplementation had ceased, reports a new study.
Biotechnology firm Polaris now make available its omega-3 algal oil in a vegetable-based capsule designed as an animal-free alternative to traditional gelatin capsules.
The omega-3 fatty acid DHA and its metabolites, known as docosanoids, could help to pre-condition vision cells to survive when injured, suggest researchers who liken the effect to a form of vaccine or immunity.
Beneo reveals details of a new on-pack logo that further supports the promotion of digestive health and wellness achievable through its prebiotic chicory root fibres.
Australian nutraceutical cannabinoid manufacturer Creso Pharma has signed a deal to market its flagship hemp-based product in Switzerland and Lichtenstein, shortly after announcing its market entry into China.
A new trial is to explore how the first 1,000 days after conception might influence the risk of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease in later life.
Amarin Pharmaceuticals Inc. has appealed the decision by the US International Trade Commission not to hear its case in which it had sought to prevent the import of some omega-3 dietary supplements. The company also filed a technical writ to try to force...
A new collaboration between the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) and William Reed, the publishers of NutraIngredients, will benefit the sports nutrition sector and provide the platform for a new annual Sports Nutrition congress that...
A lack of clarity over whether bacterial vaginosis constitutes a disease may be deterring investment in probiotic treatments for the condition, according to a recent mini-review in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology.
Early results from a new study led by The Australian National University (ANU) indicate that people in their 60s and early 70s could lower their risk of dementia by maintaining healthy weight and muscle mass.
Researchers in Japan found that study participants who consumed linseed oil enriched with diacylglycerol experienced higher fat oxidation than after consuming regular linseed oil, suggesting that the modified linseed oil may be beneficial to combat obesity....
The question of whether a single probiotic strain is more efficacious than a mixture of strains continues to be a subject of intense debate, says one expert.
Consuming common allergens during pregnancy and breastfeeding could help protect against food allergies in children by passing on certain protective proteins through breast milk, say researchers.
Mice deprived of omega-3 in their diet experience significant disruption to their gut bacteria make-up, new data suggests from the APC Microbiome Institute suggests.
New research has discovered that early psychosis is associated with nutritional deficiencies, specifically in folate and vitamin D, revealing new avenues for improving the health of millions of people affected worldwide.
A computer modeling study has identified ashwagandha and ginseng as among the top dietary ingredient candidates that mimic the anti-aging effects of two common drugs.
Authorities in France are urging consumers to only trust spirulina supplements from manufacturers where there is a trusted and controlled supply chain, after several reports of contamination in supplements containing the microalgae.
Hidden hunger due to malnutrition can have devastating consequences not only for those who suffer from it, but also on the economy – prompting governments to seek help in a way that is creating business opportunities for innovators with solutions.
Specific metabolites produced by the oral microbiome may be the reason behind the success of diets that have been shown to lower blood pressure, an expert in vascular pharmacology has suggested.
The leaves of the moringa oleifera (MO) plant may have protective effects against a plethora of chronic diseases, researchers have detailed in a new review.
Analysis on stem cells from human adipose tissue revealed that exposure to a chemical compound in cinnamon activated thermogenesis and chronic metabolic remodeling, making it a “promising therapeutic target for obesity.”
DuPont Nutrition and Health further strengthen their probiotic credentials collaborating with the APC Microbiome Institute in the first of a series of partnerships intended to push microbiome science to the forefront.
Neptune Wellness Solutions has made a more concerted push into the CBD market with the extension of a bioavailability enhancement license to the popular cannabis derivative.
The potential health benefits of prebiotics and probiotics are seemingly endless, with streams of data touting new mechanisms and pushing the boundaries of microbiome science. In this special edition video we ask a number of experts where they see the...
Financial backers are increasingly concerned with food firms' sustainable activity, with Chr. Hansen saying investor interest was a key driver for its decision to assess all its products against the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development.
The traditional Chinese medicine industry grew by 20% in China in the past year, according to the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (SATCM).
Compared to protein and amino acids, minerals aren’t often in the sports nutrition spotlight. But Ohio State University researchers found that supplementing women with three mineral chelates, carnitine, and phosphatidylserine increased aerobic exercise...
Regular consumption of walnuts, tree nuts, and peanuts (yes, we know it’s a legume and not a ‘nut’) can slash the risk of developing cardiovascular disease or coronary heart disease, says the largest study of its kind.
Probiotics and prebiotics are riding a tide of popularity at the moment, with a huge uptake of industry interest and ever growing consumer demand. As part of our special edition on prebiotics and probiotics we asked a number of experts where they feel...
Can probiotics help combat heat-caused complications during exercise? Researchers from Kent State University aim to find out, with the help of a grant from i-Health Inc. and DSM Nutrition.
The NutraIngredients Awards is set to celebrate the best of the nutrition and dietary supplements industry as it returns to Geneva for its fourth year alongside Vitafoods Europe 2018 next May.
