Sports nutrition brand Revvies, founded by an Australian husband-and-wife duo, has attributed its success in the crowded sports nutrition category to the high-quality simplicity of its products that enables consumers to customize supplementation to differing...
The percentage of seniors admitted to the Department of Geriatrics with Vitamin D deficiency remains 'alarmingly high’, a new study concluded, with the authors calling for targeted interventions and enhanced education.
Daily supplementation with a heat-killed bacterium can activate specific immune cells and help support a healthy immune system, says a new study from Japan.
Communicating science and supplement benefits is particularly tricky within the microbiome health arena, but there are some companies and individuals who have achieved great success after mastering how to simplify this science and jargon-laden space.
Armed with a master's degree in chemical engineering, Isabel Gómez isn’t your typical global marketing manager. She has over 12 years of B2B marketing experience across diverse consumer goods sectors such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and nutraceuticals.
An omega-7 supplement derived from Alaska pollock fish oil enhances skin function and appearance in women over the age of 40, according to a recent study.
A probiotic kefir shot developed by the personalised nutrition scientists at Zoe has been hailed “a big step forward for the gut-health macro trend”, with industry pundits applauding the science-first product development approach.
A recent analysis of consumer attitudes towards food supplements finds that food safety knowledge (FSK) significantly affects the behavioural intentions (BIs) towards supplement consumption, suggesting that increased transparency and consumer information...
The NutraIngredients Awards are back with a bang in 2024 as we celebrate our 10th year honouring the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people and projects across the dietary supplements industry.
Comvita is studying the benefits of Mānuka honey on digestive health, after discovering a unique compound that could inhibit an enzyme matrix associated with various digestive inflammatory conditions.
Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is known for its longevity-related health claims, but a new observational study from Meiji claims that a higher concentration of the NMN in breast milk is linked to significantly better motor and communication skills...
Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9 and B12 may beneficially modulate the gut microbiome, although they may not act as direct substrates for intestinal microbial fermentation, according to a review published in the Journal of Nutrition.
The Association for the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI) has published a report calling on the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the Home Office to work together to end the regulatory stalemate threatening the sector.
Golden tomato-derived supplement Lumenato improves skin barrier, firmness and elasticity in a range of skin types, according to new research from supplement manufacturer Lycored.
Long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids may support muscle recovery, but it is unclear whether effects are due to eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) or both, according to a recent study.
Research conducted by researchers at Southampton University shows that 90% of women during preconception had marginal or low concentrations of one or more of folate, riboflavin, vitamin B12 or vitamin D.
Vitamin E could be used as a prevention strategy for the occurrence of Parkinson's disease (PD), a new study assessing data from 13,340 participants concluded.
By Review emphasises immune health nutrition education gap
There is a public health need to galvanise people into understanding the multiple benefits of actively caring for their immune systems and to improve nutrition support provided by healthcare professionals, according to a new review.
A new double-blind, crossover study investigating performance during a high-level basketball game identified significant associations between mean circuit time and perceived exertion with consumption of a mangiferin-quercetin supplement.
From gut health to a healthier planet, ingredient firm Prinova is hoping to use its latest megatrends report to showcase the opportunities available to leverage its ingredient portfolio, vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and other in-house...
Supplementation with a prebiotic-probiotic combination may help with some long COVID problems such as fatigue, memory, concentration and gastrointestinal upset, says a new large study from Hong Kong.
Lactalis, the global dairy giant, has inaugurated the “largest solar thermal power plant in France” allowing it to cut CO2 emissions by 2,000 tons per year.
An athlete-founded supplement brand initially built around CBD has migrated into mycology as the team looks to create ways to remain innovative and relevant in the midst of an increasingly ‘frustrating’ regulatory landscape.
A new study reveals that dietary isoflavone intakes are inversely associated with prediabetes risk following analysis of participants from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
The NutraIngredients team is ready and raring to host its must-attend Probiota conference in Milan next month, and this week has been revealing more detail on what attendees can expect to enjoy throughout the three-day event.
New research suggests that gut microbiota play a role in the heightened social fear response tied to social anxiety disorder (SAD), representing a potential therapeutic target for reducing the growing behavioural issue of social fear.
The second day of Probiota will feature presentations from representatives from Holland & Barrett, ResBiotic Nutrition, Thorne Healthtech, BIOHM Health and many more.
Caffeine increases countermovement jump (CMJ), reactive strength index (RSI) and handgrip in semi-professional women’s volleyball players, a new study has concluded.
A diet that includes walnuts may confer cardiovascular benefits by modulating the gut microbiome, according to a recent study sponsored by the California Walnut Commission.
A new randomised controlled trial reveals that administration of the prebiotic yeast mannan (YM) leads to more time spent in bed (TIB) and increased deep sleep in healthy adults.
With just five weeks to go before the start of Probiota in Milan, NutraIngredients previews what attendees can expect each day of this three-day microbiome extravaganza.
Adding prebiotic galacto-oligosaccharides/fructo-oligosaccharides (GOS/FOS) to iron-fortified infant cereal may boost absorption of the mineral by 60%, says a new study.
Dietary supplementation with prunes can have a broad range of effects on immune, inflammatory and oxidative stress markers in postmenopausal women, according to a recent study.
Researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have detected biases in the study of branched chain amino acids (BCAAs), suggesting that these essential nutrients do not have the homogenous effect in humans previously observed.
Dutch plant-based ingredients firm NutriLeads has achieved €4.5million Series C funding to accelerate the commercialisation of its flagship 'precision prebiotic' ingredient BeniCaros.
Achiote extract may be beneficial for testosterone enhancement in male populations, a new study concludes, representing the "first step" in building a safety profile in humans.
The ketogenic diet may be helpful for older adults suffering from migraines, however different versions of the diet may influence conclusions about health gains, according to a review that appears in Nutrients.
Conducting thorough research is considerably more important than following trends, Sébastien Bornet, vice president of global sales and marketing at Horphag Research told NutraIngredients at Food Ingredients Europe (FiE) last month.
After another year speaking to leading experts, digging into the latest science, discovering exciting insights, and delivering the latest scoop, the editorial team at NutraIngredients reminisces over its 2023 highlights.
With the NutraIngredients Awards celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2024, we speak to winners from the last decade and find out how their award win has impacted their business.
Lactating mothers who frequently consumed “Blue-back fish” and/or “White fish” had breastfed infants with higher levels of serum docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an essential n-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA). These levels were higher than...
After finding success with its medical probiotic Neuralli for neurodivergent communities, Bened Life is broadening the reach of its psychobiotic strain to a wider audience in the new year.
