Five new opportunities to win in the NutraIngredients Europe Awards 2027
The NutraIngredients Europe Awards return to celebrate excellence and innovation across the industry, featuring 19 categories, including five exciting new additions.
Healthy aging
Calcium-rich whey protein side stream delivers post-menopausal bone health benefits
Supplementation with a calcium-rich byproduct of whey protein production for 12 months supports the maintenance of bone mineral density in postmenopausal women, according to a new clinical study.
Nestlé launches Solgar Prime for fast-growing healthy-longevity market
Nestlé has announced the expansion of its healthy longevity portfolio with Solgar Prime, formulated to help people maintain muscle strength, vitality, mobility and overall wellbeing as they age.
Peru cancels second anchovy fishing season amidst unprecedented El Niño event
The Ministry of Production (PRODUCE) has announced it will not authorize a second anchovy fishing season in Peru due to the strongest El Niño weather pattern on record, leading to exceptionally low biomass and poor sustainability.
Dr. Vegan rebrands as DRV+ to broaden market appeal
After operating for six years as Dr. Vegan, the UK supplement brand, is undergoing a rebrand to better appeal to the masses.
Algiecel launches circular production at Novonesis site, builds microalgae oil to industrial scale
Microalgae ingredients firm Algiecel has opened a new production facility inside a Novonesis site in Denmark to offer European customers a sustainable omega-3 source.
CoreFX launches Irish headquarters as gateway to European collaboration
US-based biotech firm CoreFX LLC has launched a new Irish headquarters within Teagasc Food Research Centre, Moorepark, as an innovation gateway to Europe.
Watchdog claims menopause supplements just ‘expensive multivitamins’, industry responds
A new analysis by consumer watchdog Which? has concluded that many menopause supplements are just “expensive multivitamins” with fairy dustings of active ingredients.
Across the Nutraverse: Restrictions in California, precision fermentation capacity, the rise of PDRN, and SANS moves to TX
This week’s brief tracks news that highlights the industry’s shift towards a future defined by biotech-enabled innovation, metabolic health convergence, heightened regulatory scrutiny and premium science-backed ingredients.
BSRA calls on longevity industry to invest in aging research
Aging research has never been more relevant. Yet despite aging populations, stretched healthcare systems and booming commercial interest in longevity, fundamental questions about the biology of aging remain unanswered and research funding is scarce,...
Nova Mentis launches precision fermentation Hydroxytyrosol for next-gen longevity formulations
Biotech innovator Nova Mentis has launched Polyphenol-HT1, a hydroxytyrosol ingredient produced through precision fermentation, for longevity-focused formulations.
Targeted supplementation could deliver billions in societal savings, according to new research
A new analysis estimates that targeted supplementation with omega-3 EPA and DHA, phytosterols and beta-glucans could generate substantial societal cost savings by improving heart health among specific populations.
September NPD launchpad: Beauty, peptides, and convenient formats
Europe’s new product launches reveal trends for nutricosmetics, innovative peptides, and formats which improve consumer experience and encourage consistency.
More than hormone mimicry: Boosting benefits of phytoestrogens in menopause
Phytoestrogens represent a promising, non-hormonal strategy for improving post-menopausal health, with mechanisms of action including microbiome modulation as well as antioxidant and epigenetic pathways, but personalized formulations are needed to...
Study highlights risks of vitamin D and B12 co-deficiency in the elderly
Analysis of Romanian geriatric patients found that vitamin D deficiency was associated with poorer cognitive performance and greater frailty. Patients who had co-deficiency of vitamin D and vitamin B12 showed the most pronounced cognitive impairment and...
The Better Menopause: Bringing scientific substantiation to the burgeoning menopause market
Two female entrepreneurs who entered the menopause wellness market before it became mainstream are investing in gold-standard science to differentiate their products in a surging market.
Upcycled salmon protein may improve key biological drivers of healthy aging: RCT
Eight weeks of supplementation with salmon protein hydrolysate may improve systemic inflammation, glycemic control, and body composition, says a pilot study using Hofseth BioCare’s ProGo ingredient.
Across the Nutraverse: Andrographis in Australia, botanical adulteration, perimenopause in focus
This week’s brief tracks news that highlights the importance of demonstrable safety, verified ingredient authenticity and precise consumer targeting, particularly in rapidly evolving categories such as women’s health and healthy aging.
Across the Nutraverse: Korea reviews 10 ingredients, epigenetic clocks, Cymbiotika gets personal, APAC’s beauty boom
This week’s brief tracks news that highlights the shift towards advanced biomarkers, personalized health data, and clinically validated outcomes.
NutraIngredients sports and healthspan summits: Early bird discount ends this week!
There are just a few days left to grab a discounted ticket for NutraIngredients’ Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe (SANSE) and Nutra Healthspan Summit (NHS) landing in London this November.
Lehvoss combines Zooca calanus oil with Golden Omega to create ZOΩ3GO Softgels
Lehvoss UK Ltd has launched ZOΩ3GO Softgels, a new trademark and finished product for the European and US market combining sustainable and science-based marine lipids to meet consumers’ ‘maturing’ expectations.
Study finds KSM-66 ashwagandha safe in sample of more than 1,000 adults
One of the largest prospective, placebo-controlled safety and tolerability evaluations of an ashwagandha root extract reports high tolerance and no adverse events, providing ‘an important puzzle piece’ in the safety debate.
Dietitians could bridge nutrition and sustainability gap using One Health ethos
Dietitians could play a far greater strategic role in connecting human health, sustainable food systems and environmental wellbeing, according to new research published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Farming practices may meaningfully change nutritional and bioactive profiles
New research shows that organic and regenerative farming can boost the nutritional value of beetroots, with organically grown roots containing more beneficial polyphenols and higher nitrate levels than conventionally grown crops.
Healthspan Innovators: Deadline approaching for longevity start-up initiative
There is still time for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to enter Healthspan Innovators and win the chance to present their company in London at the Nutra Healthspan Summit 2026.
Aging expert: How intermittent fasting could turn back the biological clock
A pioneering academic in the field of cell biology will join the British Society for Research on Ageing (BSRA) conference in Oxford this week to spotlight how a fasting-mimicking diet can trigger processes linked to improved metabolic health, cellular...
6 reasons to attend the Nutra Healthspan Summit 2026
The Nutra Healthspan Summit is just over two months away! Bridging cutting-edge science and business strategy to extend healthspan through nutrition and supplements, the Nutra Healthspan Summit is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Substantial gaps in mushroom trials impact efficacy of product innovations, experts argue
Human clinical research involving medicinal mushrooms is growing fast but significant gaps in crucial detail make it extremely challenging to translate the science into real world interventions, according to a new scientific review.
August NPD Launchpad: Higher dose creatine, niche target markets, protein and healthspan in focus
This month’s new product launches highlight the drive to deliver cognitive health focused creatine solutions, an unabating interest in protein innovation and an overarching focus on healthspan support.
Creatonics targets female-focused longevity with day and night creatine blends
Co-founded by an Olympic gold medalist and biomedical researcher, Creatonics launched this month with a female focused day and night creatine bundle aiming to provide 24-hour support for women in midlife and beyond.
New sleep brand bets on underserved night shift workers
UK-based start-up Noctiva Health is making its debut with a new sleep supplement targeted at night shift workers.
Pollen extract combination may improve menopause symptoms and bone health
Purified pollen cytoplasm(PCP), vitamin D and vitamin K2 may help reduce hot flashes and improve physical and mood-related menopause symptoms while supporting bone health, according to a new study published in Nutrients.
Zooki brings liposomal solution to cellular health sphere
Liposomal supplement brand Zooki has entered the cellular health sphere with the launch of an NAD+ product targeting consumers intimidated by the science-heavy category.
Microbiome modulation beyond digestion: Four emerging opportunities
The science of the microbiome has moved beyond digestive wellness, with a complex ecosystem found to influence how we perform, age, and thrive.
