Mind & mood
Stasis moves into children’s supplements with day-and-night range
Stasis is bringing its stimulant-focused supplements to children after parents using the company’s adult products began asking whether there was something similar for their kids.
Ashwagandha-Rhodiola combination may improve stress and sleep: RCT
A combination of extracts from ashwagandha and Rhodiola rosea may boost sleep quality and improve stress measures in healthy adults, says a new study from scientists at the University of South Carolina.
Holobiome and Radicle Science launch large-scale gut-brain axis trial
The clinical trial involves more than 6,000 Americans and will investigate whether prebiotic formulations can improve mental wellness by targeting the gut microbiome.
SupplySide Global 2026: What’s happening on the show floor
From clear protein shakes to creatine gummies and free omega-3 testing, SupplySide Global exhibitors are giving attendees plenty to put on their show-floor itinerary.
WIN brings four ingredient suppliers under one sachet
The RISE + RESTORE project combines branded ingredients from TSI Group, Stratum Nutrition, Nuritas and AstaReal in daytime energy and nighttime wellness supplement concepts with samples set for SupplySide Global 2026.
Inside the consumer challenges fueling the omega-3 gap
Consumer data shows consumers may already know omega-3s matter. Getting them to understand which omega-3s they need, choose a product or food source and stick with it is proving to be a different challenge.
Beyond fish oil: What could close the omega-3 gap?
The omega-3 industry has spent decades trying to close the gap between recommended and actual EPA and DHA intake. But with traditional marine resources under pressure, researchers are increasingly asking whether a broader mix of sources can close that gap.
Alice Mushrooms case tests limits of ingredient substantiation
A recent case decision offers a closer look at how the National Advertising Division (NAD) approaches ingredient-level research when companies make claims for multi-ingredient products, including when that evidence can be extrapolated to the finished...
From sushi to supplements: Exploring hexaraphane’s brain health potential with Dr. Wasabi
Dr. Isao Okunishi earned his PhD at Kagoshima University through research on wasabi. To communicate the scientific findings of his research more effectively to a broader audience, he adopted the moniker “Dr. Wasabi,” believing it would help convey his...
NutraWomen Wednesday: Dr. Mastaneh Sharafi, SVP of Science and Innovation, Ritual
For Mastaneh Sharafi, PhD, RD, SVP of Science and Innovation at Ritual, supporting the next generation of women in science is more than just helping them get a seat at the table.
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.
Carotenoids show sleep support potential: Review
Carotenoids could offer another avenue for sleep support, with a new review finding positive results across several supplement trials, particularly for lutein, zeaxanthin and saffron-derived carotenoids.
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.
NutraCast: KOS: ‘Being plant-based doesn’t mean you have to stay in the protein aisle forever’
About a year after a change in ownership, KOS is positioning itself for a broader role in dietary supplements, expanding beyond what consumers might traditionally associate with a plant-based brand while strengthening the infrastructure behind its products.
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…
Could vitamin D and DHA be a winning team for cognitive decline?
Combining vitamin D3 and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is significantly more effective at mitigating mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in older adults than supplementing either nutrient alone, according to a new randomized controlled trial (RCT).
Salidroside-malic acid combination may improve stress and anxiety: RCT
Daily supplementation with a combination of salidroside and L-malic acid may offer ‘clinically meaningful’ improvements in perceived stress and anxiety, says a new study.
Industry questions glucosamine-Alzheimer’s risk findings
Industry experts have challenged recently published research linking glucosamine supplementation to faster Alzheimer’s disease progression, arguing that chronic pain, osteoarthritis and other factors could help explain the association.
NutraCast: On the coca trail with the Medicine Hunter
For centuries, coca leaf has played an important cultural and traditional role in the Andes. But outside South America, the plant is far more likely to be associated with one thing: cocaine. So what happens when we separate the coca leaf from the drug...
Survey: Sexual wellness gains ground in supplement market
Sexual wellness may be edging further into the supplement mainstream as consumer interest in products spanning intimate health, beauty and healthy aging creates new territory for brands.
August Launch Pad: Convenience, targeted benefits and multifunctional formulas converge
This month’s launches highlight the continued expansion of convenient, targeted and multifunctional formats, from creatine sachets and sparkling protein to instant mushroom lattes and on-the-go pre-workout.
Across the Nutraverse: Proposed GRAS changes, FFCs in Japan, hair growth supplements surge, Verb’s postbiotic efficacy
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics’ blend may improve multiple menopause symptoms
A probiotic blend developed by AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics may help improve menopause-related symptoms and quality of life in peri- and postmenopausal women.
Regenerate Symposium to examine science, strategy for closing omega-3 nutrition gap
The one-day meeting will examine emerging science and commercial strategies shaping the future of omega-3 nutrition.
2026 NutraIngredients Awards winners reflect nutrition trends
The winners of the 2026 NutraIngredients Awards came from every corner of the nutrition industry, but looking across this year’s categories, several common threads emerged...
Proprietary turmeric extract improves orientation and attention scores in 24-week cognitive trial
A dual-extracted Curcuma longa extract (CLE) focusing on active sesquiterpenoids rather than curcuminoids showed promising results on cognitive scores in a new study published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Probiotic may boost mood and emotional health for older adults: RCT
Daily supplementation with Pediococcus acidilactici PA53 may improve gastrointestinal health, sleep quality, and happiness scores in older adults, says a new study from China.
AG1 study finds greens powder increases circulation of multiple micronutrients
A study from AG1 researchers suggests its greens powder leads to measurable increases in circulating micronutrients, filling a significant gap in evidence to support complex multi-ingredient formulations.
dsm-firmenich partners Nous to launch Koncentra across the global energy, focus and mood market
dsm-firmenich has partnered Italian foodtech startup Nous to bring its novel botanical complex, Koncentra, to the fast-expanding energy, focus and mood support market.
The 2026 NutraIngredients USA Awards: And the winners are...
The winners of the 9th Annual NutraIngredients USA Awards were revealed this evening (July 13) during an awards presentation in Chicago.
Nexira goes straight to the source with acquisition of carob specialist Keragum
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.
AI entrepreneurs turn industry waste into tomorrow’s breakthrough ingredients
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.
Sustained-release melatonin may boost sleep outcomes and wellbeing for poor sleepers: RCT
A low dose of a sustained release melatonin may improve measures of sleep, including the total sleep time, falling asleep faster, and fewer night-time awakenings, says a new study.
Growing demand for evidence-backed fiber drives Myota’s $4.5m funding round
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.
June Launch Pad: Targeted life stage support, gut health and multi-benefit formulations dominate
This month’s launches highlight women’s health innovation as it becomes more specialized, moving beyond multivitamins into menopause, libido, lactation and healthy aging.
Can soluble corn fiber support cognitive function? Study points to gut-brain link
New research puts soluble corn fiber (SCF) under the microscope, examining whether prebiotic fiber consumption could influence cognitive performance, mood and gut bacteria in healthy adults.
Blackcurrant may boost strength and focus, but not sprint power
A short course of New Zealand blackcurrant (NZBC) supplements showed small improvements in certain strength measures and modest gains in some cognitive performance tests in resistance-trained adults, according to a study published in Nutrients.
NutraIngredients USA Awards 2026: And the finalists are…
NutraIngredients is pleased to announce the finalists for the NutraIngredients USA Awards 2026... The winners will be announced during an awards presentation in July.
May Launch Pad: Energy, portability and skin for the win
This month’s launches highlight a wide array of need states. From energy to cognitive support to beauty benefits tied to longevity, brands are increasingly developing targeted wellness solutions focused on performance, healthy aging and everyday well-being.
Jenerise launches precision-grade creatine monohydrate
Creatine innovation and education company Jenerise has launched a ‘precision-grade’ creatine monohydrate that seeks to raise creatine quality-standards across the dietary supplement market.
NAD decision on magnesium gummies raises questions around compound weight claims
The ruling adds to broader industry discussion about how mineral forms and elemental nutrient amounts are communicated to consumers.