Omega-3 fatty acids, whose antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties are generally associated with cardioprotective effects, could offer significant benefits for lung health, too.
Supplementation with heat-killed Lactobacillus acidophilus L-92 postbiotic may boost antiviral immunity in healthy adults, says results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study from Japan.
From WHO fighting infant formula marketing to enhanced botanical bioavailability with fermentation, September’s news roundup covers the latest developments in health, nutrition, and regulatory changes.
Twenty-first century medicine needs to be preventive and personalised with an interdisciplinary approach to allow research to impact policy and help the public to age healthily.
French natural ingredient specialists Robertet has become the first commercial partner to acquire a newly created AI 'BioPod' to accelerate production, optimise plant composition, and minimise environmental impact of its crop growth.
The co-founder of Huel has taken issue with the current rhetoric that all ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are ‘bad’ saying this is an argument based on oversimplification and privilege.
Taking place in Amsterdam from October 9th-11th, NutraIngredients' Active Nutrition Summit will provide an expert-packed agenda of presentations, panel discussions and networking opportunities to help industry translate science into performance-enhancing...
With the impacts of climate change posing a significant threat to fisheries on a physical, ecological and social level, their operational health is vital to protect. A new study has created a framework for climate resilience for fisheries, which can be...
Through new digital capabilities like health and wellness apps, retailers are looking to drive consumers to make healthier food and beverage decisions, as data and AI make personalized recommendations easier and more reflective of a person's diet,...
Chitosan-based delivery systems could significantly increase the bioavailability, stability, and efficacy of carotenoids, authors of a new review from Italy conclude.
Clinical Microbiomics has developed a new microbiome assessment tool which promises unmatched accuracy, thereby reducing the risk of inaccurate results, wasted resources, and potentially ineffective products.
The startup Fermedics has emphasised the potential “breakthrough opportunities” of targeted fermentation to improve the bioavailability and digestibility of botanicals, heightening the effectiveness of dietary supplements.
A new meta-analysis of available RCTs observes that omega-3 supplementation during pregnancy was significantly associated with a reduction in the risk of developing food allergy diseases in offspring.
Supplementation with a soy protein isolate with added isoflavones may improve facial wrinkle severity, reduce skin pigment intensity, and increase skin hydration in postmenopausal women, according to new data.
With record-breaking temperatures, the weather is making berry crops less predictable. As a result of this climate change, berry growers are now rethinking their strategies. Randy Kreienbrink, vice president of sales at Artemis International, broke down...
CBD and/or THC users between 18-68 years old who avidly participate and are trained in aerobic and resistance exercise report the compounds aid in their physical recuperation, a new survey determined.
In a new systematic review, Chr. Hansen scientists have compiled data from 26 clinical studies on HMOs, concluding there is a wealth of evidence that these are well-tolerated modulators of the gut microbiome providing health benefits.
The astaxanthin industry is celebrating new EU regulation which scraps prohibitive labelling and allows the use of astaxanthin supplements by children from the age of three.
A new study has found that N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant derived from the amino acid L-cysteine, could reduce some complications caused by obesity as well as age.
Gone are the days of scaled down, pink bottles featuring thin 20-something women. Marketers are beginning to be more inclusive by offering packaging and products that represent reality: athletes of all shapes and sizes—and ages too.
Gadot Biochemical Industries claims to have identified key solutions to the manufacturing challenges involved in the development of magnesium gummies, enabling for the optimisation of flavour, texture, bioavailability, and stability.
A new randomised controlled trial identifies that chicory root fibres can selectively increase Bifidobacterium species within the human gut, regardless of food application and matrix, to achieve associated health benefits.
Brain health supplement brand 'Lucy Memory Power' has been rebuked by the ASA after publishing a number of adverts with claims it can treat Alzheimer's Disease.
Low-dose aspirin taken with calcium was more effective in preventing the onset of preeclampsia and reducing the risk of pregnancy complications, compared to aspirin alone, according to Chinese researchers.
Authors of a new review argue that daily caffeine safety thresholds set by regulatory bodies should be lowered, while an industry expert says painting “all energy drinks with such a broad brush is inaccurate and irresponsible.”
With industry experts from the likes of Holland & Barrett, Bulk, Danone, and Gatorade, providing insights into the latest consumer trends, marketing strategies, and science-backed innovation opportunities, the Active Nutrition Summit is set to be...
The World Health Organisation (WHO) Europe is calling on consumers to use its newly developed artificial intelligence (AI) tool in order to clampdown and regulate the promotion of harmful products targeted at children.
A supplement containing trehalose, spermidine, nicotinamide, and polyphenols may significantly decrease oxidative stress and reduce arterial stiffness in patients with high blood pressure.
Ritual has launched a new melatonin sleep supplement to ease people in and out of sleep with the help of its three-in-one tablet in capsule technology.
Within the crowded fish oil supplement market, the nutraceutical manufacturer Life Extension aims to optimise health and longevity through the pairing of omega-3 with bioactive compounds inspired by the Mediterranean diet.
A new population-based follow-up study has suggested mothers’ intake of vitamin D supplements might impact the age at which male children reach puberty milestones.
Upper CBD intake levels ranging from 70 mg to 160 mg per day for dietary supplements are acceptable and do not harm the liver, says a new scientific review commissioned by Canopy Growth Corporation and Charlotte’s Web.
A new digital nutrition guide, ‘Noory,’ has launched to empower individuals to customise their daily meals according to specific health requirements, with the use of AI.
A new analysis of clinical data suggests the orange and pomegranate extract 'Actiful', from BioActor, can reduce methylglyoxal, an important marker for healthy ageing.
Multi-strain probiotics obtained from the human gut have shown promising effects in reducing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) disease severity, and should be further studied as a potential treatment for the condition, say Korean researchers.
Regulatory bottlenecks are threatening to hinder CBD innovation on both sides of the Atlantic, the former professional road racing cyclist Floyd Landis tells FoodNavigator.
Medical and analytical experts are raising the alarm after analyzing weight loss supplements purchased online and labeled as tejocote root, and finding that almost all of them actually contained toxic yellow oleander.
From brain function to heart health, there is escalating consumer demand for both fish and vegan omega-3 alternatives as long as they can assure quality, sustainability, and transparency, according to Ståle Søfting, sales and marketing director at GC...
A review has explored how the differences between men and women might heavily influence the impact of nutrition on heart health, asserting that ignorance of such discrepancies may explain why some promising interventions appear to fail in later stage...
Krill oil makes up approximately 15% of the omega-3 supplement market and is well posiutioned to weather storm around the Peruvian anchovy supply as "one of the most plentiful biomasses in the world" according to Norwegian fishing and biotech...
