Oral supplementation with vitamin C at an average dose of two grams per day could significantly cut the length of time of stays in intensive care units, according to a new meta-analysis of clinical trial data.
UK, German, Spanish and Dutch consumers appear unable to differentiate between a nutrition claim and a health claim in a study that calls for improvements in communicating the benefits of healthier food choices.
Official controls on supplements sold over the Internet remain ‘limited,’ a European Commission (EC) report concludes, with non-compliance mainly related to labelling and health claim requirements.
Scientists have outlined the effect of fermented foods on the gut environment, as the boost in beneficial bacteria numbers may give rise to better defined personalised nutrition schemes in the future.
Sensationalized studies on probiotics coupled with marketing misuse of the term are fanning the flames of global skepticism, and industry must do better to strictly comply to the scientific definition of the term “probiotic” to help advance this important...
Nordic food and ingredients group Orkla today (29 March) unveiled a slate of acquisitions that, it said, reflected its strategy to invest behind priority areas.
As poor nutrition can negatively affect everything from bone to reproductive health, more attention needs to be paid to the specific nutritional needs of female athletes, according to a new study.
French biomarine group Algaia say it is “benefitting from a pool of investors” having announced AgTech firm Sapec will take a 31% stake in the business.
DuPont has announced it is on track to increase probiotic capacity by 70% with the completion of construction on a new, state-of-the-art probiotics fermentation unit at its Rochester, NY facility.
Read about diet's influence on cancer and Alzheimer's risk, China's '100-day operation', and new innovations and research in the gut health space in this round-up of our top five trending stories on social media.
The European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) welcomes NutraBolt and Cosmotrend into its stable as the two sports nutrition firms commit to upholding ESSNA’s Code of Practice.
International patents filed by Lonza and DuPont Nutrition hint at future supplement products for the gut and skin as the two multinationals detail the use of collagen, vitamin B and a fibre blend that targets each microbiome community.
Danone has taken another step in realigning its company vision with the opening of a new €240m facility in the Netherlands that will primarily concentrate on specialised infant formula.
With all of the highly refined and engineered nootropic ingredients on the market, one of the most effective, at least for helping patients struggling with dementia conditions, might just be unrefined coconut oil.
At the Natural Products Expo West show this year, we caught up with the chief strategy and innovation officer at legacy supplement brand Nature’s Way to talk about consumer trends, CBD, and the body of laws that regulate supplements.
While growth in turmeric and curcumin supplements may slow after years of meteoric increases, increased interest from functional food and beverage formulators will maintain high demand for the ingredient, says Naturex as it launches Turmipure Gold.
NutraIngredients is pleased to announce the shortlisted finalists for the 2019 edition of the NutraIngredients Awards ... with the winners announced at our exclusive awards evening in Geneva on 8th May. Will you be joining us?
The European cannabidol (CBD) market is set to blossom over the next four years, according to a market intelligence firm, who also predict that Germany’s growth will outpace that of other EU countries.
Pfeifer & Langen – the German sugar company and Intersnack owner - has taken a stake in European plant protein innovator Amidori. FoodNavigator caught up with the people behind the deal to find out more.
Scientific and technology advances, coupled with the increased consumer interest, means that there is a need to update and harmonize the recommendations for protein intakes around the globe, says the head of the International Protein Board.
French seaweed and algae specialist Algaia has announced that agro business Sapec has purchased 31% of the firm’s shares from venture capitalists Demeter and Cap Decisif.
Google stand accused of cashing in on unproven dementia supplements by selling advertising to retailers of “brain supplements,” flouting the search engine giant’s own advert and promotion policies.
While its essential for healthy ageing, protein’s ability to repair and grow the body only scratches the surface of the nutrient’s potential. Nandi Proteins is one of the companies exploring that potential.
Amway India is striving to promote the health benefits of traditional Indian herbs to consumers in the market, having recently conducted a series of seminars showcasing its Nutrilite Traditional Herbs range of supplements.
The rise of new encapsulation and delivery technologies, coupled with growing consumer demand to see traditional ingredients 'back in food, not supplements' is driving a rise in the use of botanical ingredients in functional foods, say experts.
A trio of biotech experts from France have developed a probiotic start-up company which aims to utilise the gut-brain axis to retrain the appetite of both obese and malnourished patients.
Healy Group, the global supplier of ingredients and nutraceuticals, has announced the launch of PrimaPro pea and rice proteins which aims to fill a 'great gap in the market for these microfine proteins'.
The European Commission (EC) is to implement regulation that authorises specification changes to the supplement ingredient coriander seed oil and human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2′-fucosyllactose (2’FL).
Synthesized analogs of botanical ingredients, and ingredients of wholly artificial origin, could have a place in the dietary supplement industry. But if they do, full transparency would argue that they be labeled as such.
A combination of regulatory hurdles and growing consumer demand for more effective products means companies are looking for new ways to innovate with encapsulation technologies and delivery systems, say experts speaking to NutraIngredients.
Healthy snacking brand Graze launches a new product every two days, according to head of category development Penny Mackintosh. The group’s agility reflects its close relationship with consumers - and their data.
Health is one of the biggest trends in food and drink today as consumers and startups look to undo damage done by 100 years of mass production, according to an innovation expert who spoke at the International Food and Drink Event this week.
While there has been an explosion in interest over colloidal delivery systems in recent years there has also been disconnect between primary research and commercialisation, says one expert who believes a novel ‘delivery by design’ approach could speed...
As probiotic strain and dosage choice remain ongoing industry challenges, a study demonstrates the successful blending of different strains at higher doses via a multi-species formulation.
60-second interview: Koen Burghouts, Global VP, nutrition group at PepsiCo
While a flurry of brands have piled into the oatmilk category of late, Quaker is seeking to carve a unique position in the category with a product that delivers the creamy texture and performance that consumers have come to expect, but also offers unique...
Beauty-positioning, liquid formats, and honey were among the trends that shared the spotlight with CBD at the Natural Products Expo West show earlier this month.
Peppermint essential oil (PEO) loaded onto nanostructured lipid carriers (PEO-NLC) may form the basis of a topical formulation for infected wounds as the delivery vehicle may improve PEO bioavailability.
Germany's drug industry association the BPI has urged the European Union (EU) to clarify the current situation in which botanical foods and supplements can make unapproved health claims.
Fermentation: A pathway to 'superior cannabinoids at significantly reduced cost'?
CBD (cannabidiol) produced via fermentation could hit the market early next year following a partnership between synthetic biology expert Amyris, and LAVVAN, Inc., a newly-formed company committed to “providing the market with superior cannabinoids at...
Artificial intelligence can help drive revenue and increase customer satisfaction in the food-to-go sector, according to IGD head of innovations and futures, Toby Pickard.
Probiotic supplementation may be a potential remedy to the effects of chemotherapy-induced diarrhoea (CID) in patients with lung cancer, according to researchers.
The British Medical Journal (BMJ) is to stop carrying advertisements that feature breastmilk substitute products, costing the publication an estimated €350 000 (£300 000; $400 000) in 2020.
A highly personalised supplementation and diet programme is vital to lowering risk and managing symptoms in Alzheimer's disease, according to an expert in neurodegenerative diseases.
Kyowa Hakko saw value in marketing its branded citicoline Cognizin directly to consumers at the SXSW Gaming event this past weekend, which is a gamer-focused offshoot of the popular SXSW event in Austin, TX.