Aronia extract may improve working memory in older adults
Solabia’s chokeberry extract Brainberry may positively affect spatial working memory in older participants, according to new research published in Clinical Nutrition.
Mind & mood
NI Awards: Encouraging businesses to reach new heights
With entries for the NutraIngredients Awards 2026 closing on Jan. 26, last year’s winners have described the personal and professional benefits of winning an accolade designed to set businesses apart from the competition.
IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026: Market dynamics, pioneers, next gen biotics and ‘from bums to gums’ headline Day 1
The IPA World Congress + Probiota is less than a month away with must-see speakers on Day 1 including Dr. John Hale, Muriel Gonzalez, Ewa Hudson, Dr. Koen Venema, Meghan Taylor and more!
Probiotic shows promise for stress management in men, but not women
Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) supplementation showed sex-specific improvements in perceived stress in healthy young adults, according to new research published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Biobank data sheds light on the link between biotin and cognitive wellness
Data drawn from 80,000 UK Biobank participants indicate that biotin may play a protective role in mental health.
‘Pioneering study’: Encapsulation of probiotics leads to different brain connectivity effects
A micro-encapsulated probiotic may target the gut differently than a non-encapsulated form, and this appears to impact its gut-brain activity, says a new study.
Fish oil oxidation: Experts debate the science and health impacts
Research shows that some fish oil supplements are oxidized, but is there any scientific evidence to support the perception that oxidized fish oil is less efficacious or even detrimental?
NutraIngredients Awards Europe 2026: Meet the judges
The NutraIngredients Awards have become known as the “Oscars of the nutrition world” largely thanks to the caliber of its panel of industry expert judges.
Anthocyanins may improve multiple aspects of cognitive function: Study
Anthocyanin supplementation improved general cognition compared to control, according to a new meta-analysis published in the journal GeroScience.
NutraCast: The emotional toll of GLP-1 meds
New research from Chemi Nutra highlights how GLP-1 users want to maintain the benefits of the medication while feeling like their former selves, revealing a significant gap in addressing the broader physiological and psychological impacts of weight loss...
‘There was never a dull moment’: 8 reasons to attend the IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026
The IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Nizo probes the gut–brain axis with innovative chip technology
Dutch food research organization Nizo has partnered with the University of Twente to explore the gut-brain axis through organ-on-chip innovation.
Opportunities abound for functional nutrition to close sleep satisfaction gap – ADM
Sleep and mood support are becoming priorities in functional nutrition as consumers recognise the impact of rest on daily well-being. China consumers, for instance, have shown the greatest interest in biotics and the role of gut health in supporting...
Pharmalinea’s NutraLoop Summit reveals the trends to watch in 2026
2025’s supplement successes include creatine, cellular health and weight loss solutions with plant exosomes, pet nutrition and shatavari emerging as topics to watch in 2026, according to PharmaLinea’s end-of-year summit.
Kyowa Hakko Bio reveals new EMEA hub and sharpened cognitive health focus
Biotechnology and health science company Kyowa Hakko Bio Co. Ltd has positioned its Italian subsidiary as the firm’s central commercial hub for EMEA with new management and an increased focus on its cognitive health ingredient Cognizin.
Holland & Barrett highlights global need for omega-3
More than three-quarters of the global population is not getting enough omega-3, according to a collaborative study sponsored by Holland & Barrett, with the retailer noting a lack of awareness around the nutrient’s brain health benefits.
Nutrikéo x ProtéinesXTC introduces crisis management service
The Nutrikéo x ProtéinesXTC consulting group has launched CriseNutra, a crisis prevention and management service to help industry players safeguard their long-term position and reputation in the market.
Natural vs synthetic: Biovit data backs bioavailability of organic micronutrients
Organic micronutrient startup Biovit has completed a two-year clinical study to back the bioavailability of its 100% organic micronutrients derived from plants, fungi and algae.
NutraIngredients Awards early bird discount closes this week!
With the early bird discount closing this Friday (Dec. 5), now is the opportune time to enter the NutraIngredients Awards 2026.
Explosive growth in brain boosting bioactives: Men’s mental health on the horizon
The mind health market is dominated by omega-3 and magnesium but its exceptional growth is driven by exploding interest in mushrooms and cellular health, according to new data from Euromonitor International.
Creatine gummy critic unveils his trust-focused solution
The health influencer behind the recent viral creatine gummy testing scandal has launched a range of creatine supplements aiming to provide consumers with complete transparency and trust.
Special edition: Women’s health
Women’s health focused news updates include the latest research, NPD, market insights, regulatory restrictions and untapped opportunities.
Founder urges women’s health brands to lobby against red tape
The founder of premium women’s health supplement brand Lyma signaled an opportunity for UK brands to contest health claim restrictions during last week’s Nutra Healthspan Summit.
Women’s health NPD: Sleep support, hormone balance and targeting the estrobolome
Brands are recognizing diverse nutrition needs across women’s lifespans with new product launches.
FC Barcelona star striker partners with KSM-66 Ashwagandha
Robert Lewandowksi, one of the top goalscorers in Bundesliga and Champions League history, has signed on as global brand ambassador for KSM-66 Ashwagandha.
KÄÄPÄ Biotech Secures €9M funding to keep pace with shroom boom
Finnish medicinal mushroom researcher and producer KÄÄPÄ Biotech has closed a €9 million investment round amid thriving global demand for its high quality sustainable extracts.
Asafoetida may improve dyspepsia via gut-brain axis: Study
Asafoetida (ASF) supplementation improved digestive symptoms, sleep, and cognitive performance in adults with functional dyspepsia (FD), according to a new study.
PharmaLinea acquired by ANJAC Health & Beauty Group in move to accelerate nutraceutical innovation
Premium nutraceutical partner PharmaLinea has been acquired by ANJAC Health & Beauty, a French health and wellness CDMO aiming to bolster its global position in the nutraceutical market.
‘Regulatory hot spot’: ASA calls out SupremeCBD for antidepressant claims
The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has called-out the founder of SupremeCBD for a social media video which suggested CBD products were more effective than antidepressants.
Is kratom tarnishing kava’s reputation?
Consumer priorities have undergone a major shift in recent years, with mental wellness emerging as a top concern. Given the focus on mental health, it may not be surprising that demand for functional beverages like kava are on the rise.
Grape leaf extract may help protect the brain after injury: Animal data
Vitis vinifera leaf (VVL) extract may dually support the gut and brain barriers, strengthening antioxidant defenses and reducing inflammation in mice with traumatic brain injury (TBI), according to a study published in Nutrients.
Taboo topics finally on the table—yet 84% of women still feel ignored by experts
Nutraceuticals are supporting women through the hormonal fluctuations, psychological adjustments and physiological transitions that come with key life stages. Yet often women are not accessing the solutions available—so what is going wrong?
Haleon seeks partnerships to advance self-care
Haleon, the company behind household brands such as Centrum, Caltrate and Sensodyne, is seeking industry and research partnerships to advance self-care.
Guardian, Mannings to feature menopause-friendly product aisle in mid-2026
Guardian and Mannings, both pharmacy chains under DFI Retail Group, will feature “menopause-friendly” product aisles in five Asian markets come mid-2026.
2026 supplement trends include ‘rescue remedies’, cost efficiency, and living in the moment
Consumers aren’t always on the search for health optimization, sometimes they simply want to reduce everyday pains, opening opportunity for accessible daily supplements to reduce the friction of daily grind.
Probiotic may enhance cognitive function in mild impairment: Study
Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. lactis CKDB001 (LL) supplementation improved cognitive scores among 100 adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) according to a new Korean study published in Nutrients.
Special edition: Mind health matters
With the brain clearly being front of mind for a wide demographic of consumers, supplement and functional food and drink developers are getting creative with cognitive support products.
What can brands say about mind health supplements under EU Law?
Brands formulating mind health supplements face a legal minefield in the EU, as strict health-claim rules and fragmented national laws severely limit what they can say about key ingredients.
Mind health methodologies: The science behind brain claims
With a rising number of supplements targeting various aspects of mind health, NutraIngredients dives into the science behind the products, discovering the tried and tested methodologies, some of the more innovative approaches and how tech is advancing...
Kemin FloraGLO study awarded for potential health impact in children with high screentime
New award-winning research suggests Kemin’s FloraGLO Lutein could support eye health and cognitive performance and reduce digital eye strain during developmental years, especially for children with high screentime exposure.
Coffeeberry extract may improve soccer skill performance: RCT
A single dose of coffeeberry extract may enhance soccer skill performance particularly passing speed and accuracy, says a new study with young players.
Mintel predicts new era for fiber: Diversity over maxxing in 2026
“Maxxing is out and diversity is in” when it comes to fiber intake trends, according to Mintel’s 2026 Global Food & Drink Predictions report.
Calling microbiome focused start-ups and scientists: We want you!
Entrepreneurs and researchers have just a few more days left to enter our Probiota Pioneers and Frontiers competitions.
Review highlights tart cherry, kiwi and dairy sleep interventions for elite athletes
Kiwifruit, tart cherry juice and dairy offer potential nutritional interventions to promote sleep in elite athletes, while protein has a ceiling effect, according to a new research review.
