Healthy aging

Meet the 2026 Probiota Pioneers: Microvitality, Totality Biosciences, Luvbiotics

NutraIngredients is pleased to announce Microvitality, Totality Biosciences and Luvbiotics as the next Probiota Pioneers.

Buck Institute expert on the challenges of aging research

There is huge excitement from the nutrition industry and consumers around healthspan and longevity, but clinical trials to study aging can be challenging because of the number of participants and durations needed. And don’t forget the troublesome...

Leap of faith: Still early years in the healthspan supplement market

Against the backdrop of an increasingly longer-living global population, academics, entrepreneurs, influencers and investors are exploring the intricacies involved in the proactive pursuit of agelessness.

dsm-firmenich on targeting select hallmarks of aging for measurable effects

The hallmarks of aging are all connected, but not all are amenable to dietary intervention. Ingredient giant dsm-firmenich is focusing on four specific hallmarks that can be targeted via supplementation.

Across the Nutraverse: Robert Lewandowksi and KSM-66, H&H Group targets cellular health, and efforts to restrict supplements in Michigan

Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.

Catching up with supplements for women: A round-up of the latest science

Once scarce, the body of female-specific supplement science is growing as both research and market increasingly focus on women and all their life stages and phases.

Tart cherry extract may reduce inflammation and urate levels: RCT

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.

Entrenching ergothioneine as longevity vitamin

Emerging research continues to position ergothioneine—which up until recently was a fairly obscure dietary compound—as a longevity vitamin, one that is not required for short-term survival but perhaps essential for long-term health.

NHANES data supports post-Covid boom in supplement use

A new study finds that dietary supplement use has increased substantially over the last decade in the United States, with a similar rise seen in individuals taking four or more supplements concurrently.

Meta-analysis supports vitamin K2’s bone health benefits

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.

‘Innovation in the omega space’: Building the science and awareness of omega-11

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.

2025 SupplySide Global trend spotting with SPINS: Longevity, GLP-1 support, mood/sleep, and more

SupplySide Global is the launch pad for new ingredients, so we walked the aisles with Scott Dicker, senior director of market insights at SPINS, to pick out some key trends and newsworthy topics.

Urolithin A may counteract age-related immune decline and inflammaging

Daily supplementation with MitoPure urolithin A may help maintain immune function with age and protect against inflammaging, says data from a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Could eggs protect against cognitive decline?

Moderate whole egg consumption may improve cognitive outcomes in healthy adults, including reduced dementia risk and better memory performance.

BodyBio takes cellular health mainstream with retail push

New Jersey-based supplement company BodyBio, which has primarily focused on cellular health over the past two decades, has expanded into Erewhon Market and Thrive Market retail spaces.

Supplements in the health care practitioner channel: A gate-kept growth area

In today’s burgeoning health and wellness market, healthcare practitioners serve as gatekeepers to what one online dietary supplement dispensary describes as pure, potent wellness products for better patient outcomes.

Start-up Spotlight

Q&A: Create Wellness CEO on its creatine gummy journey into the mass market

Create Wellness introduced its first creatine gummies to market in December 2022 and by September 2024 had raised over $7 million in funding for its mission to mainstream creatine consumption.

Gencor spins out nutraceutical division as Saanroo

Gencor Pacific has spun out its nutraceutical division as a separate company under the name Saanroo.

How are pet supplements vetted and regulated in the wellness era?

Pet owners often prioritize their animals’ well-being ahead of their own, embracing the wellness industry’s growing holistic health niche for Lassie and Fido.

IMCD launches supercritical CO2 kava extract for US and Canada

Global ingredient distributor and formulation specialist IMCD has announced the launch of supercritical carbon dioxide extract of kava for U.S. and Canadian brands seeking higher levels of kavalactones.

Can omega-3s protect against deep vein thrombosis?

Increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids may slash the risk of venous thromboembolism, particularly deep vein thrombosis (DVT), says a new study.

Hallmarks of aging, ingredients, microbiome and skin: Nutra Healthspan Summit to explore the longevity opportunity

The inaugural Nutra Healthspan Summit will take place in London on Nov. 12 and 13, featuring a star-studded line-up of speakers who will cut through the hype to explore our current knowledge and understanding around aging and where nutritional approaches...

Catching up with mind health supplements: A round-up of the latest science

With the ongoing destigmatization of mental health and following a pandemic-scale surge in global stress and anxiety, consumer demand for dietary supplements targeting cognitive function and mood continues to accelerate.

Israeli start-up launches plant-cell cultivated strawberry bioactives for supplements

A new ingredient produced through plant-cell cultivation is positioning itself as a high-efficiency alternative to conventional strawberry extracts, addressing longstanding challenges in consistency, potency and sustainability for dietary supplement and...

‘Confusing’ and ‘shocking’: Elimination of lawful marketing leaves regulatory experts with more questions than answers

During the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) Convergence ‘25 Conference, a panel dissected the FDA’s Sept. 29 response to citizen petitions regarding dietary supplement regulations. While nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) received some regulatory...

Across the Nutraverse: Lead in protein powders, herb extracts for healthspan, counterfeit responses

Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.

NutraIngredients reimagined: Relaunch provides global insights and region-specific coverage

We’re thrilled to share some important updates to NutraIngredients that will enhance how you engage with our content.

Thyme and oregano compounds may activate autophagy and promote healthy aging

Thymol and carvacrol from thyme and oregano, respectively, may promote autophagy, the body’s cellular recycling system, and make them “attractive for nutrition-based healthspan promotion,” says a new study led by Nestlé Research.

Deshanie Rai takes home Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award

The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) and Radicle Science recently announced Deshanie Rai, PhD, as the 2025 Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award winner.

Research revealing high anemia prevalence calls for targeted screening

Researchers have called for targeted screening for anemia in women after discovering a high prevalence of iron deficiency in a large sample of health-conscious participants.

Resistant starch prebiotic may boost antioxidant and choline levels

MSP Starch Products Inc., the company behind Solnul, continues to strengthen its science, with two new studies showing that the potato-derived resistant starch prebiotic may boost absorption of antioxidants like vitamins A and E, and levels of choline...

Joint health: No longer an ‘older adult’ issue

Lonza Capsules & Health Ingredients’ (CHI) recent report, ‘Empowering Motion, for Life’ highlighted the importance of mobility and why supporting that area of health is key for healthspan – even for younger generations.

Across the Nutraverse: IPA’s new China office, melatonin down under, NMN on Amazon, Healthspan Innovators

Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.

Greenvit announces U.S. launch of polyphenol-rich aronia extract  

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.

Winners of the Healthspan Innovators competition announced!

To celebrate the first ever Nutra Healthspan Summit, NutraIngredients has been on the hunt for start-ups making waves in the health and longevity space. Today, the winners are announced.

NMN back on Amazon but FDA’s citizen petition response seen as a mixed bag for supplements

NMN supplements are back on Amazon following the FDA’s recent conclusion that the vitamin B3 form is lawful for use in dietary supplements. While a victory for NMN, the agency’s response to the Citizen Petitions has led to more questions than answers...

‘A pivotal expansion’: European inulin producers join IPA

The European Association of Chicory Inulin Producers (CEFI) has joined the International Probiotics Association, a move that IPA calls “a pivotal expansion in the representation of prebiotic science and industry worldwide”.

Omega-11-rich fish oil may lower risk factors for cardiometabolic syndrome

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.

David Beckham scores new longevity supplement

Soccer legend David Beckham has launched a new supplement that targets the 12 hallmarks of aging.

Walmart launches Ritual supplements in women’s health drive

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.

New EpiFinder GenomePro offers advanced research potential

Epigenomica AB has launched a ‘cutting-edge’ platform which aims to advance epigenomic research and support development of therapeutics for aging and longevity.

Oceanium’s sugar kelp extract shows low-dose prebiotic effects

Ocean Actives H+, a fucoidan-rich algae extract, shows prebiotic benefits at a dose of 250 mg per day, potentially reducing risk of bloating pain, according to new research.

Last call for sports and active nutrition start-ups for SANS 2026

The deadline is fast approaching for entries to the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit’s Start-up Stars initiative, which will spotlight three pioneering entrepreneurs at the 2026 summit and provide a platform for industry engagement and visibility.

NutraCast: The Vitamin Angels push to close maternal nutrition gaps

Nutritional maternal health in the U.S. has high rates of nutrient deficiencies, leading to risks like anemia, preeclampsia, low birth weight and significantly higher maternal mortality rates.

NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2025

Squalene, tocotrienols palm fruits extract finds application for healthy aging

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.

Bird&Be targets fertility ‘deserts’ with Ulta retail expansion

Direct-to-consumer fertility supplement brand Bird&Be is entering more than 300 Ulta Beauty locations across the United States, aiming to make clinically supported reproductive health products more accessible through mainstream retail channels.

Accelerating gut microbiome research: Danone unveils new OneBiome lab

With the launch of a new laboratory in Paris-Saclay, Danone plans to ‘push the boundaries’ of microbiome science and advance its work in personalized nutrition.

September Launch Pad: Women’s health, hydration and longevity lead the way

This month highlights a particular focus on women’s hormonal health, sports nutrition, hydration, gut health and beauty-from-within.

Seed expands portfolio with Co-Biotics line for sleep, energy and daily nutrition

Microbiome science company Seed, best known for its synbiotic formulations, is expanding its portfolio with three new products: DM-02 Daily Multivitamin, AM-02 Energy + Focus and PM-02 Sleep + Restore.

Study unveils mechanisms impacting maternal health during vitamin D deficiency

New research has uncovered metabolic alterations linked to vitamin D deficiency and suggests potential mechanisms driving its impact on maternal lipid metabolism.