Over 70% of Americans take dietary supplements, and by now, most consumers have probably noticed the disclaimer that says "This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.”
This Summer sees nutrition and ingredient firms continue to make a number of appointments as the ongoing pandemic threatens to halt recruitment in various industry sectors.
NutraIngredients presents a roundup of this month’s key moves...
Consumption of certain food supplements is likely to exceed safe levels of caffeine, according to a report by The Netherlands’ National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM).
CBD is the latest hot ingredient to infiltrate the food sector, and agile start-ups have been quick to jump onboard. In this edition of The FoodNavigator Podcast, we speak with the founders of three UK-based food start-ups to get their perspectives on...
PharmaLinea has revealed two new products to fill gaps in the stress supplements market in response to new research showing this as a huge and growing health concern.
The French government's financing initiative has approved Seventure’s Health for Life Capital fund meaning investors will devote over €5 billion to innovative companies in the field of the microbiome before the end of 2022.
Unilever and biotech start-up Algenuity have announced a new partnership to look at the potential microalgae bring in innovating future foods for Unilever’s plant-based portfolio.
Abscisic acid (ABA) works synergistically with insulin to improve cellular glucose uptake while decreasing obesity related systemic inflammation, according to a new research in mice.
Iron deficiency during infancy may reduce the protection that vaccinations provide, according to a birth cohort study and a randomised trial follow-up study in Kenyan infants.
The University College Cork (UCC) reveals details of SeqBiome, a new spinout company offering sequencing and microbiome analysis for industry and academia.
Researchers in New Zealand have revealed that a mint product can control sugar cravings by suppressing the sweet taste receptors on the tongue, leading to an overall decrease in desire to consume sweet foods.
Vitamin B12, K, and D are found in insufficient amount in breast milk amongst mothers from China, South Korea, Vietnam, and Pakistan, a study has found.
As people continue to adapt to the “new normal,” the shift means trading in class and work for Zoom meetings, in-person gatherings to online events and spending more time under the sun.
Lallemand Health Solutions has announced a licensing deal for Proge Farm’s L. plantarum P17630 (Proge P17630) probiotic strain, which has specific women health benefits.
Carbohydrate ingestion does not enhance performance or modulate physiological responses during intermittent maximal, sprint cycling, according to a newly published study from Ulster University, UK.
An ingredient made from alpinia galanga – a plant from the ginger family – has shown to increase mental alertness and sleep quality without causing side effects such as cardiovascular problems in a 12-week RCT.
Consuming a curcumin-enriched iron supplement for six weeks is able to significantly raise the level of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which is essential for normal neuronal function and energy homeostasis, as well as being linked to improved...
Although coffee is drunk by 150 million Americans everyday, the idea of drinking a cup of joe to supplement a workout is still a young idea. But a small group of entrepreneurs, scientists, and sports performance specialists are hoping the niche category...
There are over 1,600 human clinical trials on probiotics listed in ClinicalTrials.gov and the WHO’s trial database, according to a new analysis that seeks to address the misconception that there is no human data around probiotics.
An entrepreneur with a passion for preventative health has created immunity supplements with up to ten times more vitamins than competitors, with an extra punch of polyphenols, in a bid to bring more healthful solutions to cold and flu aisles.
Plant-based diets rich in whole carbohydrates can improve insulin sensitivity and other health markers in individuals with type 1 diabetes, according to two case studies published by researchers from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.
People at a heightened risk of developing Alzheimer's may require a higher dose of Omega-3 than originally realised as the levels in the blood and the brain vary significantly, according to a new pilot study from the Keck School of Medicine of USC,...
DuPont’s Human Microbiome Venture (HMV) continues to go from strength to strength as the US bio-based company forms a research collaboration with Rutgers University.
FDA has stated it is making ‘substantial progress’ with CBD, and a new enforcement guidance could be very significant for the industry, said NPA’s Dr Daniel Fabricant, but he said the Agency needs to ‘get in the game’ for NDIs.
A supplement containing cocoa polyphenols and omega 3 oils may have sizable benefits for children as noted improvements to brain function and nutritional status could tackle childhood undernutrition.
New research has questioned whether gut bacteria plays a role in the onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) in individuals with a high genetic susceptibility to the condition.
Danish biotech company Biosyntia are to collaborate with French biotech start-up Lantana in a pact that looks to offer natural isoflavonoids at a higher purity and produced in a more cost-effective way.
Daily supplementation with a standardized ashwagandha extract (Shoden) may reduce the amount of nonrestorative sleep experienced by healthy adults, says data from a gold-standard randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Cinnamon can improve blood sugar control in people with prediabetes and could even reduce the risk of them developing Type 2 Diabetes, according to a new clinical trial.
Scientists reveal details of a new microencapsulation technology that fortifies shellfish with enough vitamin A and D to potentially address nutrient deficiencies in countries such as Ghana and India.
Preliminary data suggests a probiotic formulation could act as a complementary remedy to slow down the progression of COVID-19 as researchers stress the gut-lung axis’ importance in controlling the disease.
A pilot study from Japan found that astaxanthin supplementation for three months can suppress oxidative stress and improve cardiac function and exercise tolerance in patients suffering from heart failure.
A recent study suggests that dietary fiber improves measures of gut health and patient comfort for people subjected to heavy doses of antibiotics in a hospital setting.
The US Food and Drug Administration will not object to the use of certain qualified health claims regarding consuming certain cranberry juice and supplements and a reduced risk of recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI) in healthy women.
Spain-based Pharmactive Biotech Products has launched a proprietary saffron ingredient called affronEYE to potentially address the negative impacts of blue-light exposure.
Japanese dairy product company Morinaga Milk Industry has revealed plans to expand its yoghurt range by introducing more products with functional benefits, accelerate its lactoferrin research and e-commerce business as part of its key initiatives for...
UK watchdogs are reminding firms that stating or implying substances in food supplements can prevent, treat or cure disease is prohibited as authorities look to clamp down on recent coronavirus-related claims.
Social media is a great place to communicate the benefits of gut health products but this takes brands to a world where they are competing with global pop stars and influencers for consumers' attention, so communication strategies need to be up to...
Lallemand Health Solutions and Proge Farm finalise a licensing deal for the commercialisation of L. plantarum P17630 (Proge P17630), a probiotic strain that addresses a number of women’s health conditions.
Researchers may have discovered new, bioactive components from seaweed that along with its fungal symbiont could prove useful against infectious bacteria or skin cancer.
A plant-based diet is beneficial for blood pressure but the nutritional quality of the foods is equally important, according to an international study of nearly 4,700 participants.