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French botanical ingredient supplier Nexira has acquired Moroccan carob specialist Keragum in a move to strengthen supply chain control and improve traceability amid increasing demand for natural, clean-label ingredients.
Probiotic–phytonutrient blends containing Lacticaseibacillus and Bifidobacterium strains plus citrus bioflavonoids and dandelion root extract could improve bowl function and gut health, according to a new study.
An Israeli health-tech startup is uniting the industry to uncover functional ingredients from waste streams, with two bioactives revealed as potential disruptors in the booming GLP-1 arena.
Independent flavor house I.T.S has launched a dedicated Health and Wellness division in response to growing demand for nutrition-focused products.
A new dietary fiber has received novel food approval after six years of regulatory uncertainty, marking the start of its journey to commercialization.
A new study showed that green tea’s primary flavanol, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), acts as a ‘metabolic trigger’ via sensory receptors—indicating that systemic absorption isn’t required to unlock its health benefits.
With concerns around supplement quality and label accuracy continuing to challenge the sector, UK-based NF Supplements is betting on batch-by-batch third-party testing and radical transparency as a way to stand out in an increasingly crowded market.
The gut microbiome plays a central role in determining the health benefits of plant-based ingredients and depends on whether an individual’s gut microbiota contains the enzymes needed to convert that compound into its active form, says a new study with...
Higher consumption of ultra-processed food (UPF) correlates with poorer diet quality, higher sugar intake, lower mycobiome richness, and potentially altered cardiometabolic function, according to newly presented data.
Austrian health-tech startup NB1 Health aims to deliver a ‘truly personalized’ full daily supplement routine through biology and gut microbiome data.
Research into the role of the microbiome during spaceflight could uncover essential innovations to support astronauts in their mission to Mars, as well as multiple under-served populations on earth.
Patented prebiotic fiber blend Myota has raised $4.5 million in a Series A round led by venture capital firm PeakBridge to expand its clinically validated prebiotic fibre business.
A 1% increase in probiotic use could have a €10 billion economic impact across Europe, according to a newly released socio-economic assessment (SEA) commissioned by IPA Europe.
The Protein Brewery has added a further €18 million to its Series B funding round as it gears up to scale production capacity, drive sales in active nutrition, and advance research into the longevity benefits of its flagship mycoprotein ingredient,...
June’s NPD activity in Europe points to sustained demand for biotics, adaptogens, fiber and collagen, with brands targeting sleep and hormonal support, gut health and beauty benefits.
A newly developed ingestible smart capsule will allow the analysis of multiple biomarkers along the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, providing access to crucial blind spots in microbiome research.
Zoe challenges the proteinification trend by shifting the spotlight to the UK’s fiber deficit with its gut health bar product launch.
Menopause specialists are raising awareness of newly presented pilot research indicating the potential wide-ranging benefits of probiotics to support women through this stage of life.
Premium wellness and biohacking brand Lyma enters the green drinks category with ID², its first ingestible launch in five years.
New research from AB-Biotics suggests its Lactiplantibacillus plantarum KABP-051 probiotic strain provides weight management and mood benefits via the gut-brain axis.
The European Commission has authorized Ingredion’s recently acquired patented prebiotic carrot-fiber, Benicaros SF Pure (300 mg), as a Novel Food, allowing manufacturers to use it in food supplements across the EU.
A key forum for microbiome-focused scientists, researchers, and industry, arrives in Kraków, Poland, next week (June 22–24), to spotlight cutting‑edge discoveries, from next‑generation strains and longevity research to smart tech and spaceflight.
Scientists behind the first wearable device designed to measure human flatulence say their tech will differentiate between the gut health products that work, and those that don’t.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has officially been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) in a ‘long overdue’ move described as a genuine opportunity for the health and nutrition industry.
New product launches across Europe in May 2026 reveal trends for innovating with creatine format and formulation, fiber for sugar and bloat reduction, and a focus on all-natural botanical blends.
Strategic innovation consultancy Qina has launched a Food Health Ecosystem to improve data insights for those operating in personalized nutrition, with the aim to improve access to real-world, long-term data and drive evidence-based innovation.
A four-week GABA-Melissa officinalis supplement improved diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D) in 66.7% of patients compared to 33.3% with placebo, according to a small study published in Nutrients.
Scotland-based biotech company Oceanium has won the NutraIngredients Editors’ Award for Sustainability Initiative of the Year for its seaweed-derived ingredients developed using a circular, low-waste approach.
New research from Roquette Life Sciences suggests that baseline dietary fiber intake may subtly shape how the gut microbiome responds to prebiotic supplementation.
Supplementation with Planttech Biotechnology’s carob liquid concentrate LVLD can significantly improve HbA1c, glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity in participants with elevated blood glucose levels, according to new research.
NXT USA has developed an independent testing method to prove the purity, potency, and reproducibility of its Xeya Modern Shatavari, a women’s health herb with surging demand.
Format fatigue was on the tip of everyone’s tongue at Vitafoods Europe last week (May. 5-7), and exhibitors did not fail to deliver genuinely innovative solutions to keep consumers’ tastebuds tingling, sometimes literally.
The NutraIngredients Europe Awards crowned 16 worthy winners last night during a VIP party in Barcelona.
New research from APC Microbiome Ireland suggests coffee-driven changes in the gut microbiome may relate to brain function and behaviour.
With just four days until Vitafoods Europe (May 5–7), we offer a third instalment of exhibitor previews providing a sneak peek at what will take place on the show floor.
Vitafoods Europe will return to Barcelona from May 5–7, 2026 with more than 37 hours and 100 speakers of educational content highlighting key industry trends.
A nutraceutical consultant hopes to elevate science-backed ingredients after creating an app which can analyze the scientific credibility, regulatory status, dose efficacy and ingredient interactions for any supplement on the market.
Taking place in Barcelona next week (May 5-7), Vitafoods Europe 2026 will once again bring together experts from across the functional food and supplements industry for an unmissable trade show.
New research conducted by Kerry Group concluded Sensoril ashwagandha root and leaf extract was safe to take at 4,000 mg/kg/day, as regulators across the globe show increasing caution over the ingredient’s safety.
A new study suggested that fermentation of oat and soy dairy alternatives substantially improves their properties and potential cardiovascular health benefits.
Daily consumption of dried Saskatoon berries (SB) could improve cardiometabolic health and reduce inflammation in healthy adults, according to new research published in the International Journal of Molecular Science.
Women are the foundation of healthy families and prosperous economies as they make 80% of purchasing decisions and invest their salaries in loved ones, yet are still underrepresented in clinical trials. WINCEE aims to bring this to an end.
German life-science startup Evanium has raised €2.2 million to address botanical inefficiency with dual encapsulation technology which it claims will power the next generation of bioavailability-enhanced ingredients.
Dirtea, the once-niche mushroom coffee pioneer, has been named the UK’s fastest-growing food and drink brand in Alantra’s Food & Beverage Fast 50 with functionality taking over the mainstream poll.
Three months supplementation with Slimbiotics’ heat-killed L. fermentum strain led to reduced body fat and waist circumference alongside increased muscle mass, according to a pilot study.