A diet that includes probiotics and phytonutrients may contribute to looking and feeling younger, a study finds as certain diet and lifestyle changes may knock off as much as three years in biological age.
A new approach to extract calcium from eggshells has been perfected by a team of scientists, who believe this waste material could be the starting point to create biomaterials used to regenerate bone.
Nitrate-rich vegetables like kale, spinach and beetroot may be responsible for lowering blood pressure (BP) as well as lowering the risk of heart disease, a Danish study suggests.
Exploring unique food pairings offers food brands the chance to tap into consumer desire to improve immunity via functional food, according to a report.
A multi-ingredient pre-workout supplement improved time-to-fatigue in cross-country athletes, but most of the benefit was likely due to the caffeine content alone, a new trial has concluded.
Cognitive health is a concern for all consumers, from the working mum to the elite athlete, and nootropics are a trending natural solution for those looking to supplement their cognitive energy.
Robertet is to acquire Ecom Food Industries in a deal that serves to strengthen the French natural ingredient specialists’ botanically sourced product line for the sports and cosmetic industries.
Greenland has long been a source of mystery and wonder for the Danish people. One medieval mystery has never been solved, while a more recent one, the story of omega-3 fatty acids, continues to play out in a thriving industry that has fundamentally impacted...
Trinity College Dublin (TCD) are to dedicate facilities to identify new bioactives from macro and microalgae, cereals, bioactive herbs and plant sources to create supplements and cosmetic applications.
Gut microbiome diversity and composition are associated with hypertension in women, according to new research, suggesting that microbiome modulation may be a novel way to prevent or treat the condition.
Global life science firm Fytexia has signed an equity partnership with Italy-based propolis producer B Natural with the aim to create a strong European leader in polyphenols.
There are plenty of opportunities to address immunity in the beauty and personal care space, particularly in developing active topicals, nutrient-dense ingestibles and combined kits that plug beauty routine needs and target holistic health, says Mintel.
A recent study found isomaltulose, a low glycemic sugar, quelled blood sugar spikes after a running trial to exhaustion better than did other sugars. But one expert questioned whether the differences were significant.
Sam Wiley, CEO of Wiley’s Finest line of omega-3 products, said he’s confident in the course of the category and in the future of the brand as he steps down from a leadership position at the family owned company.
As news filters through of the world's first dairy-free microalgae-based milk alternative, the product is an example of how far this plant-based food has impacted the food and nutrition industry of late.
Women taking 1,000 mg of docosohexanoic acid (DHA) daily in the last half of pregnancy had a lower rate of early preterm birth than women taking the standard 200 mg dose, according to a new study involving over 1,000 women.
Taiyo International has invested in the certificaiton of its ingredinets by getting the Informed Ingredient stamp from certification body LGC on its Sunfiber, Suntheanine, Matcha and Teavigo ingredients.
Regular chocolate consumption may lower Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) risk, according to a study, which identifies cocoa content and flavonoid amounts in chocolate types as possible reasons for this link.
DSM’s new venture Hologram Sciences plans to run a blood sugar management trial in Singapore to study how personalised approaches can help address pre-diabetes concerns, we can exclusively reveal.
New research has found that over 68% of adults and 95% of children in the United States do not consume enough omega-3s to meet nutritional needs based on the US Dietary Guidelines.
Swiss life sciences company Amazentis has combined Mitopure (urolithin A) with high protein to increase sports performance, recovery, and overall cellular health.
A British rapper and mental health advocate known as Professor Green, has co-founded a supplements brand after suffering gut health issues which impacted him physically and psychologically.
Patients' irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms improved when they were in lockdown, reaffirming the gut-brain connection in functional gastrointestinal disorders, according to research presentated at Digestive Disease Week (May 21-23).
UNICEF and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have reminded the healthcare community of the work needed in order to protect and promote the ‘incomparable’ benefits of breastfeeding.
Danone Nutricia is to make available the latest nutritional clinical research and insights as part of a new digital resource and training platform that is aimed at healthcare professionals.
25-hydroxyvitamin D3 could be a novel approach for treating vitamin D deficiency in patients with fat malabsorption syndromes and obesity, according to a new study.
The microbial landscape of a child's gut may impact their fine motor skills, representing a potential opportunity for probiotic interventions relevant to treatment for motor disorders, according to a new study.
The European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) recent decision to class titanium dioxide (TiO2) as an unsafe food additive sets in motion actions to reduce its use in foods like soups, sauces and processed nuts.
The COVID-19 pandemic has seen a sharp rise in the power of influencer marketing for health and wellness brands in APAC, as they seek pole position in a category which has been further elevated as consumers seek to strengthen their immune system and manage...
The active nutrition category is increasingly cutting across multiple health needs, including digestive health, weight management, as well as joint and bone health, in addition to the more traditional sports and energy considerations, two experts believe.
By Anita Hartog, Senior Scientist Nutrition and Health at NIZO
Despite huge consumer and industry interest in immunity, the list of food components that have gained regulatory approval for immune-support health claims is still limited to a handful of vitamins and minerals. Anita Hartog, Senior Scientist Nutrition...
A "first of its kind" clinical trial has shown the ability of Biotis GOS, the galacto-oligosaccharide prebiotic ingredient by FrieslandCampina Ingredients, to reduce self-reported anxiety in young women.
Consumers are increasingly reading product labels and searching out ‘clean’ ingredients lists that are shorter and feature recognisable ingredients that are sourced from nature. Artificial or chemical ingredients are the main undesirables, while there...
OptiBiotix is urging the nutraceutical industry to redouble efforts into developing weight managing products in response to a new report highlighting record numbers of obesity-related hospital admissions.
Consumption of sea buckthorn fruit puree for five weeks has been found to decrease fasting plasma glucose levels in people with prediabetes, according to a study conducted in China.
Progress Biotech has received EU approval for the use of its high docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) algal oil in infant formula in a move that meets demand for sustainable vegan-based ingredients along with DHA’s known health benefits.
UK researchers have discovered a new bacterial species living in the gut that they say plays a key role in nitrogen availability - the process that makes available amino acids and proteins for the host.
The use of a new type of highly porous microparticle and an encapsulation technology simultaneously has shown to increase the loading capacity of capsules for lactoferrin by more than 30 times, a group of researchers has found.
ZOE has launched the #bluepoopchallenge, a call to action that encourages everyone to take a closer look at their gut health -- from the comfort of their own bathroom.
Interest in topical and ingestible beauty products that support and even boost immunity is gaining traction, but what science can back up product developments and how much growth potential is there really in this space?
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has rejected advertisements by a UK-based food supplement retailer, which used social media to state its products could prevent, treat or cure human disease.
The absence of micronutrient deficiency, such as vitamin D, has shown to reduce the incidence of COVID-19, as well as lowering the odds of clinical deterioration in COVID-19 patients, said the findings of a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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