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Quality and health benefits outrank price and brand when it comes to choice of infant or toddler formula, according to a global survey of mothers, but Europeans are lagging behind in terms of knowledge.
A new study associates non-standard infant formulas, such as lactose-free, with higher weight gain in the first year compared to standard formulas and breastfeeding.
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.
New research has uncovered metabolic alterations linked to vitamin D deficiency and suggests potential mechanisms driving its impact on maternal lipid metabolism.
Persephone Biosciences has commercialized its infant and toddler synbiotic following the ‘largest-ever U.S. microbiome study’ and growing industry focus on early-life microbial health.
Lacprodan ISO WaterShake whey protein isolate manages blood sugar levels in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), according to new research from Arla Foods Ingredients.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2025
AstaReal will double down on efforts in promoting the use of astaxanthin as a safe and clinically-backed ingredient for supporting kids eye health, following its recent win at the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2025 and positive clinical trial results.
White label manufacturer Laboratoire PYC has launched Woman Nature, a range of products to address health concerns across a woman’s lifespan.
Nearly six in 10 (57%) infant formula products launched in 2025 contained galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS), reflecting a growing demand for GOS in early life nutrition. But what’s driving this trend?
Rapid climate change and rising consumer demand are hitting botanical supply chains and impeding the production of sustainable, high quality products.
With data from a successful human trial hot off the press, an ongoing funding round to finance more clinical research and business development efforts, and commercial products launching later this year, Spain’s Genbioma is positioned for a...
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...
Find out more about recent trends in China’s infant formula sales, eye health supplement ingredients, and biotics for GLP-1 in this round-up.
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A combination of Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus could restore a healthy gut microbiota in very-low-birth-weight (VLBW) babies, according to new research published in Nature Communications.
South Korean regulator Ministry of Food and Drug Safety’s plans in recognizing sleep support claims for hydrolyzed milk protein and its import ban on 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) supplements are some of the new updates in this round-up.
Consuming a probiotic yogurt before academic exams may help students protect their gut microbiota from stress-related disruptions, says a new study from KU Leuven and Danone Research & Innovation.
An infant formula supplemented with six human milk oligosaccharides and two probiotics may support healthy, age-appropriate growth and improve gut health, according to new research.
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New research reinforces Bifidobacterium’s role in cardiovascular development and opens opportunities for microbiome-targeted supplement innovation.
Tracking parenting activity is on the rise. How are brands rising to the challenge of representing one of the biggest consumer groups?
New research suggests that infants with high levels of Bifidobacterium have lower levels of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), shedding light on the crucial role of this genus of gut bacteria.
Breastfeeding women who supplemented with a probiotic isolated from breast milk showed microbial transmission to their infants, suggesting that this transmission occurs via the gut-breast axis.
A study in China has found that daily supplementation of a probiotic strain isolated from human breast milk significantly reduced the duration of cough, fever, dry stool, and eczema in children.
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New Zealand natural health industry’s export push, FSANZ’s public consultation on 3-FL use in infant formula are some of the new updates in this round-up.
Start-ups behind scalable dairy innovations stand to benefit from financial, mentorship and marketing support to bring their products to market
Persephone Biosciences is ringing the alarm on the gut microbiome composition of infants born in the United States, pointing to a study that found that 25% of babies had no detectable levels of beneficial Bifidobacteria.
Ireland-based botanical supplement company Phytaphix has launched an ‘all-in-one’ fertility product designed to support reproductive health in both men and women.
Biotech company Probi has won the NutraIngredients Award for Women’s Health Initiative of the Year 2025 for Probi Women, a supplement formulated to address the common side effects of traditional iron supplements and enhance iron absorption through using...
Australia-headquartered EZZ Life Sciences is building up its overseas presence - this time round in South East Asia - having achieved strong growth in China and an upcoming entry into the US later this year.
New research exploring the connection between the infant gut microbiome and respiratory infections highlights the ‘critical nature’ of Bifidobacterium in early life.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted OmniActive Health Technologies GRAS (generally regarded as safe) clearance for the use of Lutemax Free Lutein in infant formula.
In this round-up, we bring you the latest research findings on health and nutrition, including new findings on probiotics’ preventive effects on cognitive decline and childhood obesity, as well as how post-meal blood sugar levels could affect sleep quality.
Better Dairy is looking beyond casein to a new protein in precision fermentation dairy
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Nestle has identified women’s health as a new growth platform and is assessing the launch of its maternal supplement brand “Materna” into markets such as India.
Functional ingredients manufacturer Beneo and biotech company Wacker have joined forces to launch human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2’-Fucosyllactose (2’-FL) globally.
The growth in creatine research and new health benefits is highlighting the need for new versions of creatine aligned with convenience and big box grocery, and new technology could soon see creatine explode into the RTD space.
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Fish oil supplementation in rats diminished the detrimental effects of a maternal high-fat diet (HFD) on the offspring’s brain, according to a new study.
NutraIngredients celebrated its 11th annual industry awards, announcing the winners of this year’s competition announced at ceremony held last night in Barcelona.
A new framework calls for developing microbiome-targeted precision nutrition for pregnant and lactating women faced with the challenges of urban diets.
Global supplier of specialty chemicals Budenheim has ramped up production of high-purity calcium, magnesium and iron to meet the rising global demand for key minerals and combat widespread micronutrient deficiencies.
Ireland may have a “public health concern” to address as a new analysis shows that iodine levels at two points in early gestation were mild-to-moderately deficient, according to a study of over 1,500 pregnant women.
More than 21,000 visitors are expected to attend Vitafoods Europe in Barcelona from May 20-22, and there are a few changes this year.
Danish children taking 25 micrograms of vitamin D daily had 17% fewer sick days and 43% fewer days with acute respiratory tract infections (ARTI) with fever, according to a new study in the European Journal of Nutrition.
A new study from Thailand reported that intravenous vitamin C administration could significantly reduce clinical severity in kids hospitalised due to pneumonia.
Recent exclusive data from Lumina Intelligence reveals that most of the population actively uses technology to track their health and fitness.
Improving gut health education and creating interventions to strengthen the body and brain against life’s stressors offers a powerful opportunity to advance women’s health, according to insights shared during a recent NutraIngredients webinar on women’s...