Personalised nutrition remains firmly in the thoughts of one in four industry professionals (26%), as the raft of nutrigenomic activity from firms such as DNAfit, BASF and Spoon Guru will attest to.
As GOED enters a new era under new executive director Ellen Schutt, the goal will be to maintain the group’s already considerable momentum, expand outreach and the group's membership base, and to prepare for the impending release of data from a high-profile,...
Study participants supplemented with the non-essential amino acid beta-alanine experienced increased power output compared to a placebo group, according to a study by researchers in Spain.
LabCorp announced today that it has entered a definitive agreement to sell its Covance Food Solutions business to Eurofins Scientific for $670 million.
The timing of nutrient consumption is the focus of a recent review, which demonstrates that protein supplements are more effective when taken with meals following a resistance-training programme.
As Spirulina swims in the spotlight, touted for its dense nutrition and versatility, many onlookers say the future is bright for this blue-green algae but success is not without its challenges.
The rise of Esports in Europe has opened up opportunities for supplement firms to cater to this audience, as E-gamers look to address nutritional needs to meet professional competition demands.
European health campaigners and some MEPs argue the European Commission should take a joined up approach to its food, agriculture and health policy by linking farmer payments to the healthiness of the food they produce.
Older people’s nutritional needs during food shortages should be a priority after a charity highlighted the lack of due care and attention afforded to the elderly in an emergency response.
Scientists taking part in the EUthyroid project have signed up to the Krakow declaration of iodine, which urges European governments to support efforts in eliminating the micronutrient’s deficiency.
Micronutrient supplementation started in pregnancy can correct important maternal nutrient deficiencies, but it is not sufficient to improve child health, according to research in The Lancet.
Eating a Mediterranean-type diet, rich in vegetables, fruits and nuts, olive oil, and legumes, may boost the diversity and composition of the gut microbiota, compared to a high-fat and high-sugar Western-style diet.
New research showing low-income, older Americans want to eat well to improve their health, but face additional barriers to doing so compared to their wealthier counterparts also reveals a marketing opportunity for better-for-you and wellness-oriented...
UK-based startup Human Food is looking to plug a gap in the meal replacement category with nutrition bars for the vegan market, with direct-to-consumer model.
While omega 3-rich fish oils continue to make headlines for their many health benefits, a new study suggests a specific protein found in certain fish might also be a boon for the prevention of Parkinson's.
As part of Danone North America, the Dannon Probiotics Fellowship Grant Program has awarded two graduate students with $25,000 each to help fund their independent and novel studies of yogurt, probiotics, and the human gut microbiome.
European sports nutrition association ESSNA says it has tackled more than 400 potentially dangerous products since the launch of its campaign five years ago – adding that it urges anyone aware of illegal activity by sports nutrition firms to step forward...
The promise of personalised nutrition could be overshadowing the reality of this sector as an emerging field, leaving it prone to oversimplification in order to attract consumer interest.
Forget throwing burgers on the barbie, Aussie consumers’ desire for vegan products shows no sign of sizzling out with analysts highlighting the ongoing surge in sales and product launches.
New indications for ingredients that have been featured in many multivitamin products have helped to expand their reach into different formulations and even standalone products.
AlaskOmega has opened a Swiss subsidiary to directly service ‘a growing customer base’ for its MSC certified range of bulk and packaged products in Europe, says the firm.
From its roots as a supplement ingredients show three decades ago, to the all-encompassing health and nutrition expo it has become in recent years, the evolution of the Vitafoods Europe show reflects the changing face of the industry. So what does the...
A combination of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) and Bifidobacterium lactis BB-12 may improve the gingival health in adolescents, according to results of a randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial.
The European Commission has launched an investigation into front of pack (FOP) nutritional labelling in the bloc, with stakeholders describing the first in a series of meetings as both “constructive” and “technical”.
Elite basketballers taking a high-protein post exercise supplement experienced accelerated recovery. Their blood oxygen levels were also found to be higher.
French authorities are urging certain populations to avoid consuming food supplements containing melatonin after incidences of adverse effects were reported to the country’s nutrivigilance scheme.
Swedish pharma firm Hamlet has filed a patent for use of its bovine protein-lipid complex in functional foods like yoghurt, as a preventative health measure against colon cancer.
By Katia Merten-Lentz, partner at international law firm Keller and Heckman
Could new novel food rules open up the European market to a wave of exotic foods and ingredients? Katia Merten-Lentz, partner at international law firm Keller and Heckman, believes a streamlined process offers potential to increase innovation around 'traditional'...
A nutraceutical agent containing fermented red rice, phytosterols and olive polyphenols appears to reduce the damage to blood vessels in those at low risk for developing cardiovascular disease.
A change to how initiatives that tackle malnutrition are funded is overdue after a paper reveals an additional €19bn ($23.25bn) is needed each year until 2030 to meet Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Malaysia is seeking recognition from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) for its seaweed to be classed as a superfood.
The choice of multivitamin-mineral products is vast: There are options for women, pregnant women, men, seniors, infants, kids, teens, and they come in many forms and with different doses, but is there a need for a baseline definition?
Israel-based supplement maker Anlit wants to shift the majority of its business away from kids nutrition towards adults, says the firm as it looks to new product development in prenatal omega-3s.
The United Nations (UN) has expressed disappointment at the progress made in achieving the agency’s Sustainable Development Goal 2, which strives to eradicate all forms of malnutrition by 2030.
A vitamin C price fixing case that has found its way into the US Supreme Court could have wide ranging effects for the price of other vitamins and ingredients as well, experts say.
While the catechin content of green tea infusions and similar drinks are generally safe there may be health concerns when taken as a food supplement, says a report from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Procter & Gamble will buy Merck KGaA’s consumer health unit for €3.4 billion euros – as the FMCG giant looks stem falling revenue by betting on vitamin ranges that have shown stable growth.
Chr. Hansen has announced plans to collaborate with Prota Therapeutics in a partnership looking into developing a probiotic approach to address peanut allergies.
Significant investment into Ausnutria by state-owned management fund has put the Chinese government's plans for the country's infant nutrition sector in the spotlight.
A research study that is just getting under way will look at the effects of antioxidants in maintaining vascular health and lessening cardiovascular disease risk among younger women with Type 1 diabetes.
Among the many natural astaxanthin players on the market, Icelandic company Algalif is betting on a sustainability message, as well as the positive images of its home country, to stand out in the crowd.
Trade groups are advocating for multivitamins to be eligible for government programs like SNAP or WIC. Should there be a standard definition as to what can be called a ‘multivitamin’?
Minerals aren’t the easiest nutrients to incorporate into multivitamins—they can greatly affect the taste, texture, and even bioavailability of a final formulation. We spoke with several suppliers and brands to learn how they tackle the difficulties minerals...