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Optimizing blood levels of vitamin D with tailored doses over four years may slash the risk of heart attack by 52% for people with heart disease, according to preliminary data presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions.
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Four weeks of supplementation with a low-dose, encapsulated tart cherry extract may slash levels of CRP, a biomarker of inflammation, by over 23%, says a new study using the NordicCherry ingredient from Specnova.
Robert Lewandowksi, one of the top goalscorers in Bundesliga and Champions League history, has signed on as global brand ambassador for KSM-66 Ashwagandha.
Today we can announce the first wave of speakers for our Growth Asia Summit 2026, with major brands from Japan, India, New Zealand, Malaysia, Hong Kong and France on the agenda.
Data from over 2,500 postmenopausal women with osteoporosis revealed that vitamin K2 supplementation can improve biomarkers of bone turnover, supporting the vitamin’s benefits for bone metabolism and skeletal health.
Food and drink manufacturers now have a new lipid to add to their formulation toolbox – one that boasts health and sustainability credentials
Consumer awareness around omega-3 is high, but a new player on the block—omega-11—is offering innovative solutions for a range of health end points, from skin and cardiovascular health to healthspan.
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Norwegian supplements brand Noromega sheds light on the key strategies that drove its successes in China, which it seeks to replicate in Thailand.
Dietary supplement trade associations have responded to a new study that found that long-term use of melatonin for chronic insomnia may increase the risk of heart failure diagnosis and hospitalization.
Habitual consumption of pasta formulated with a probiotic may improve HDL (‘good’) cholesterol levels and blood pressure, says a new study in Italy.
EPA omega-3 supplementation can favorably alter systemic metabolism and improve a healthy person’s lipid profile in as little as seven days, but the benefits disappear just as quickly after supplementation stops, says a new study from Finland.
Norwegian company Hofseth BioCare ASA (HBC)’s recently appointed Head of New Business Development lists raising awareness of product differentiation as a key priority in driving growth.
Guardian and Mannings, both pharmacy chains under DFI Retail Group, will feature “menopause-friendly” product aisles in five Asian markets come mid-2026.
New delivery systems, clinical validation and institutional partnerships are helping Humann scale its science-backed supplement brand, says CEO Joel Kocher.
Increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids may slash the risk of venous thromboembolism, particularly deep vein thrombosis (DVT), says a new study.
Four months of supplementation with hydroxytyrosol, an olive-derived polyphenol, may improve antioxidant and anti-inflammatory status in overweight pre-diabetic people, says a new study from Spain.
Preliminary results show that a specific omega-3 blend reduces total concussions by 28% among professional rugby players in “a real-life setting”.
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Polish family-owned plant extract producer Greenvit is launching its standardized extract of aronia berries into the United States, with results of a recent human study supporting the ingredient’s metabolic benefits.
Fish oils rich in omega-11 (cetoleic acid) may significantly reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels by around 50%, says a new rat study from Norway using Grøntvedt Biotech’s CETO3 herring oil.
Walmart has added four of Ritual’s multivitamin formulas to its shelves and online store, expanding its wellness assortment with products positioned around clinical validation and ingredient transparency.
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iHerb and multi-level marketing company Market America are among the companies that are recognizing the benefits of palm fruit extract compounds, including tocotrienols and squalene, for healthy aging.
Dietary supplements are an overlooked solution when it comes to general population health, according to a new review, which found that micronutrient inadequacy is rampant across Europe.
Supplier Balchem launched its consumer-facing marketing campaign for its K2VITAL ingredient following a successful trial partnership with the FC Bayern (FCB) women’s football team.
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A liposomal formulation of Coenzyme Q10 may improve bioavailability compared to standard CoQ10, says a new study that also hinted at favorable shifts in biomarkers of inflammatory or oxidative stress after only one dose.
A Malaysia-based Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) company has completed a clinical study on its heart health supplement in a bid to boost the scientific credentials of traditional formulations.
Formulating beverages with Beneo’s Palatinose (isomaltulose) may significantly increase levels of key hunger hormones, such as GLP-1 and PYY, in people with Metabolic Syndrome, says a new study from an international team of researchers.
Sales of herbal supplements in the United States increased by 5.4% in 2024 to reach a record $13.23 billion, according to the American Botanical Council’s latest Herb Market Report.
Rapid climate change and rising consumer demand are hitting botanical supply chains and impeding the production of sustainable, high quality products.
Plant-derived exosomes offer a new opportunity for microencapsulated active botanical ingredients with additional health benefits.
Medicinal mushrooms are gaining the interest of previously plant-focused consumers, businesses and academics alike. But with new-found glory comes fast-growing concerns around quality control.
Scientists and industry gathered this week to address the quality control conundrum within the botanical supplement sector, noting cost-focused innovation, highly concentrated extracts, weak regulatory oversight, and the need for data to challenge safety...
Dietary supplementation with phytosterols may improve a range of factors associated with metabolic syndrome, according to a new review published in Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome.
Overweight and obese people should take vitamin D supplements to reduce the incidence of major adverse cardiovascular events, says a new meta-analysis.
Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is a vital nutrient that plays a pivotal role in cell growth and development. The CDC recommends all women capable of becoming pregnant take 400 micrograms of folic acid daily to prevent neural tube defects in a baby’s...
Supplementation with a cocoa extract may reduce incident hypertension by 24% in participants with normal systolic blood pressure, according to a new analysis of data from the COSMOS study.
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The European Commission has approved changes to the daily intake limits and labelling rules for Zooca Calanus Oil under the EU’s Novel Food regulation.
After a life-altering health scare in her 30s, Mary Beech, now chief growth officer at Thorne, recounts her transformative journey from a high-powered corporate executive to a passionate advocate for health and wellness.
Professional golfer Ben Griffin made headlines this week for an alleged overdose—sparking a very spirited conversation among the creatine science community.
“This is the future of industry events,” said one attendee after our sell-out Sports & Active Nutrition Summit in February. For 2026, SANS is moving to a new venue, The Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines.
A recent study from Rice University focused on metabolic engineering strategies that cause L. lactis to overproduce K2 in order to make it more sustainable and cost-effective.
Functional coffees have taken the industry by storm, but a new trend has emerged, raising the question of whether coffee alone is already functional enough.
A nutraceutical blend may reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in those with borderline dyslipidemia, according to new research.
Whey-based concentrates rich in milk fat globule membranes (MFGMs) and extracellular vesicles (EVs) may reduce biomarkers predictive of cardiovascular risk and lipid-lowering effects, according to a study published in Nutrients.
A new study from Greece suggests that small amounts of high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) could improve cholesterol more than higher-dose, low-phenolic oil.
A novel bacterium found in rice may benefit both plant and human health, with a new study highlighting its potential to reduce cholesterol levels and body weight in lab animals.
Short-term walnut consumption significantly reduced waist circumference in middle-aged adults at risk of metabolic syndrome but did not impact their overall health status, according to a recent study.