Individuals who eat healthily throughout adulthood improve their likelihood of enjoying better physical fitness later in life, reports a recent study in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A.
A raft of British firms continue to test the boundaries of UK supplement advertising as the Advertising Standards Authority take action over health claims used to market joint health and weight loss products.
Australia's soaring supplements sector has been praised by the government for its double-digit annual growth figures, far outstripping the 1.7% growth rate of the broader Australian economy.
Gold kiwi fruit supplementation increases the abundance of bacteria associated with a lower risk of gastrointestinal disorders, leading researchers to conclude it offers a potential strategy for improving gut microbiota composition.
A new publication on rhodiola outlines the common adulterants or species misidentifications associated with this increasingly popular herb. It’s part of the expanding Botanical Adulterants Program’s list of publications.
More than 40,000 pharmaceutical will visit the CPhI show in Frankfurt this week. But with an ever blurring line and shifting focus between the pharma and nutra industries, NutraIngredients guides you through some of the key nutrition angles to catch while...
Asia's developing nations are facing increasing rates of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), similar to those witnessed in the West over the last century.
Glanbia has showcased three ready-to-manufacture concepts designed to tap into China's rising sports and active lifestyle nutrition sectors, which is still largely dominated by pre- and post-exercise powders.
A Singapore-based personalised nutrition and cosmetics firm is reporting healthy revenue and customer growth as it expands across the region and prepares to launch its first finished product in Australia.
New trial data suggests that the probiotic strains Lactobacillus plantarum Heal 9 and Lactobacillus paracasei 8700:2 could support the immune system and delay the onset of gluten intolerance in children.
While vitamin and mineral powder, shots, gummies, and melts continue to pop up on store shelves, London-based Instavit is cornering the niche oral spray market.
Consumption of a high-flavanol cocoa beverage may enhance the effects of exercise on executive function in healthy volunteers, says a new study from Japan.
The quality of the father’s nutrition prior to mating may affect the survival rate of embryos, according to a new study in Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Capsules containing 500 mg of R. canina rose hips fared better than a placebo in reducing urinary tract infection (UTI) incidences in mothers following a cesarean section birth, a new study finds.
A compound found in plants used for traditional herbal remedies, has been closely implicated in the development of malignant liver tumours, according to a study in Science Translational Medicine.
An Australian trial is recruiting 120 post-menopausal women — both lean and overweight — to investigate how a person's body composition influences the effect of calcium against bone loss.
Australian researchers have developed a seaweed-based treatment for damaged brain tissue, which has been shown to support the wound, prevent scarring, and improve healing.
Yakult's president has urged the UK to clearly define its Brexit strategy, but has pledged that the firm is committed to continuing its business in the country.
Mushrooms should be used more extensively in functional foods, suggests a new review in Trends in Food Science & Technology, which examines the bioactive potential of fungus.
Sea buckthorn extract microencapsulated in whey protein isolate, demonstrates an antioxidant activity that suggests a role in sports nutrition and other various nutraceutical applications
Beverage startup Poppilu hopes its antioxidant lemonade can establish a strong foothold in the Midwest region where it sources its powerhouse ingredient for its lemonade products, the Aronia berry.
Consuming chlorella as a supplement improved levels of total cholesterol, systolic blood pressure, and other indicators of cardiovascular disease risk—but may be a better value to unhealthy populations, according to a new meta-analysis.
The polyphenols found in acai can survive through the digestive system, potentially bringing prebiotic benefits throughout the gastrointestinal tract down to the colon, according to researchers in the UK.
Spanish consumers tend to focus more on natural foods and consuming a balanced diet, than the consumption of fortified or functional foods, a new report finds.
Interest in plant-based beverages and fermented beverages separately is intense and growing, but a combination of the two – fermented plant-based beverages – is an untapped opportunity for industry, says DuPont Nutrition & Health.
Women who consumed the probiotic strain Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001 during and after pregnancy showed fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety in the weeks after their infant’s birth, according to research published in EBioMedicine.
Daily calcium supplementation in Northern Europe ranks amongst the highest worldwide although intakes are still lower than the recommended amount for good bone health.
More research is needed to assess the efficacy of multi-strain probiotic treatments, because current data shows that adding more strains doesn’t always lead to better outcomes for all illnesses.
The colours and flavour descriptions used on packaging for healthy snack bars are a driving factor for consumers trying to make healthier choices, reveals a new study.
The International Probiotics Association will unveil the first draft of its new manufacturing standards for the probiotics industry at the upcoming IPA DC Workshop, in collaboration with the US Pharmacopeia.
What can pharmaceutical and nutrition industries learn from each other, and is the historical divide between the two slowly starting to be bridged? In this special edition article we look at how the two worlds of pharma and nutrition are colliding.
Omega-3 fish oils are associated with a lower risk of dying from coronary heart disease, according to a study that highlights the protective effect of complementing the diet with these supplements.
The National University of Singapore academic behind what is believed to be the world's first probiotic beer has revealed the considerable challenges that had to be overcome for good bacteria to survive in booze.
A turmeric extract containing bioactive polysaccharides termed ‘turmerosaccharides’, and only a negligible amount of curcuminoids, has been found to ease osteoarthritis pain in a mouse study.
Metabolites from the consumption of broccoli could help to maintain intestinal barrier function, aid immune surveillance and maintain the balance of gut bacteria, new research in mice has suggested.
Glucosamine could be the key to up-regulating specific proteins in the brain that help to dampen hyperexcitability seen in seen in seizure disorders like epilepsy, research in rats suggests.
While energy, protein, and electrolytes have dominated the sports drink category, Austin-based Limited Labs is paving the way for exogenous ketone bodies in sports drinks.
The mechanism of action that show cancer cells’ use of sugars to ‘awaken’ cancer cells and promote aggressive cancer growth provides further insights into creating tailor-made diets for cancer patients.
Supplementation with lutein and zeaxanthin is a cheap and effective way to cut healthcare spending costs associated with treating age-related macular degeneration, finds a new report from Frost & Sullivan.
Synbiotics — a combination of probiotics and prebiotics — are providing one of the most promising opportunities to modulate the gut health of infants born via C-section, thereby lowering their risk and incidence of developing allergies.
Product quality, effectiveness and continual evolution: These are the three keys to e-commerce supplement success in China, according to Australian probiotic firm Evolution Health, which has recorded huge sales increases since entering the market in 2014.
In addition to its sweetening properties, d-allulose may also aid in weight management by enhancing post-meal fat oxidation and decreasing carbohydrate oxidation, according to researchers in Japan.
Dieters can relax when adding salad dressing to a healthy lunch, say researchers reporting that added fats and oils can help the body absorb essential nutrients from salads and vegetables.
What is a probiotic? What are the health benefits of probiotics? Are all probiotics the same? And how to choose a probiotic product are the topics of a new video initiative from the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics to...
Seaweed-derived bioactive compounds produced using enzymes present a wealth of opportunities in the development of novel prebiotic and nutraceutical food applications.
