Falls in vitamin D levels correlate with falls and non‐motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD), a new study finds as researchers suggest supplementation as a potential remedy.
Researchers from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine posit that extract of Forsythia suspensa may be used to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis, based on their observations of using the plant extract on mice.
Ingredients company Nexira recently launched Immunell, a blend of its patented acacia fiber and natural yeast extract developed for inclusion in immune support products.
Biotech firms are reaping the rewards of a project looking into foods tackling metabolic syndrome resulting in products like microalgae, omega-3 and antioxidant-infused juices and algae-derived omega 3 oil.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) confirms nicotinamide riboside (NR) chloride’s safety in its latest scientific opinion, additionally vouching for this Novel Food’s (NF) profile as a reliable niacin (vitamin B3) source.
Finnish research has linked dietary phosphatidylcholine – an essential nutrient found in eggs and meat –with enhanced cognitive performance and a lower risk of incident dementia.
NutraIngredients’ Sports Nutrition Summit provides an opportunity to get the latest regulatory updates of new ingredients such as cannabidiol (CBD) and its potential role in sports nutrition.
Microalgae-derived ingredient specialists Algatech are to license the rights to the production of β-1,3-glucan from microalgae Euglena gracilis from US biotech firm F3 Platform Biologics.
A supplement brand created by a chemist with a background in the pharmaceutical industry has launched an energy product that aims to boost mitochondrial function without caffeine.
LifeScienceRisk (LSR) has launched a new cannabis program for the booming category, with coverage for all stages of the chain, from growers and processors right through to retail stores.
The European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA) are unable to establish an agreed dose, in which consumers can safely consume the embryonated eggs of a whipworm as a food supplement.
The Trailblazers session at this year’s Sports Nutrition Summit is an opportunity for a selection of start-ups to showcase their innovations to an expert judging panel. Affinity Nutrition, led by its director and founder Tom Skyrme is due to take the...
Mankai duckweed could find a spot as a top healthy and sustainable food ingredient, say researchers who suggest the protein-rich plant has serious potential in the health and wellness market.
A supplement subscription firm is making available the first ever multivitamin to contain edible glitter designed to “add some pizzazz into poop-time.”
Probiotics for women’s health are making solid inroads backed by robust science, according to a new report, which also identifies breast health and osteoporosis as potential break out areas.
