Weight management
Last call for the 2026 NutraIngredients-USA Award submissions!
You still have time to submit entries to the prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards, but the deadline, set for Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:55 p.m. CT, is quickly approaching!
Are calorie counts wrong or just outdated? David Protein lawsuit sparks debate
A lawsuit challenging the nutrition claims of David Protein bars is putting calorie counts under the microscope and highlighting a deeper debate over how those numbers are determined in the first place.
Creatine lawsuits, peptide pitfalls and GLP-1 risks take center stage at SANS
At the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit in San Diego, attorney Amber Littlejohn highlighted a growing set of regulatory challenges facing brands as innovation accelerates across sports nutrition and adjacent categories.
Deadline extended for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards!
For those who haven’t submitted yet, time is on your side.
Rewriting weight management: GLP-1s, TikTok and the shift to metabolic health
At the Weight Management Summit, NIQ’s Sherry Frey described how shifting consumer behaviors, GLP-1 medications and the rise of social commerce are reshaping not just weight management, but the broader wellness landscape.
Lallemand launches fermented ingredient to tackle metabolic health
Lallemand Bio-Ingredients has created a new ingredient designed to support metabolic balance.
Five product categories offer opportunities for NutraIngredients USA Awards glory
The prestigious NutraIngredients USA Awards are back with 16 categories honoring the best and brightest in the U.S. dietary supplement industry, including our five “product of the year” categories.
Rhode Island bill proposes age restrictions on weight-loss and muscle-building supplements
SB 2774 is part of a broader trend of state-level efforts to restrict youth access to certain dietary supplements, with similar proposals seen in over a dozen other states nationwide.
Six ingredient categories offer opportunities for NutraIngredients USA Awards glory
The prestigious NutraIngredients USA Awards are back with 16 categories honoring the best and brightest in the U.S. dietary supplement industry, including our six “ingredient of the year” categories.
Probiota Americas Scientific Frontiers: Got groundbreaking microbiome-related research to shout about?
The deadline for abstract submission for this year’s Probiota Americas Scientific Frontiers has been extended to Thursday, April 2.
A celebration of innovation: Reasons to enter the NutraIngredients USA Awards
Entries for the awards are welcome across 16 categories, covering ingredients, finished products, companies and initiatives in the nutrition and food supplements industry.
OEA may boost Akkermansia levels and improve gut barrier function: RCT
Daily supplementation with oleoylethanolamide (OEA) may boost levels of the beneficial gut bacteria Akkermansia muciniphila and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, says a new study.
SPINS: Protein still reigns but fiber, hormone support gain momentum
Scott Dicker, senior director of market insights, SPINS, stepped away from the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit to share that active nutrition and performance supplements have led the vitamins and supplements category for the fifth consecutive year,...
February Launch Pad: From men’s health to pregnancy, starting in the gut
Microbiome-driven innovation dominates the latest launches, from prebiotic fibers and next-gen probiotics to L-glutamine, but brands are also expanding into targeted solutions for cognition, stress, hydration and metabolic support.
GLP-1 boom spurs supplement innovation as Bragg enters metabolic support category
As weight loss drugs reshape the weight management conversation, legacy brands like Bragg are positioning science-backed, natural alternatives to capture shifting consumer demand.
Business Leaders Forum 2026: Leaders weigh tariffs, GLP-1 ripple effects, AI and ‘MAHA’ momentum
As consumer expectations sharpen and policy conversations accelerate, category leaders shared how they are navigating change and positioning for growth in 2026.
Prebiotic may improve gut and body composition for overweight prediabetics: RCT
Dietary supplementation with prebiotic short-chain fructo-oligosaccharides (scFOS) may produce modest improvements in body composition without restricting calorie intakes, says a new study from France.
Hawaiian legislators seek to restrict access to weight loss and muscle supplements
Lawmakers in Hawaii have filed a bill to prohibit the sale of weight loss and muscle building products to minors, the latest in a long list of state-level attempts to restrict access to specific dietary supplement categories.
NutraCast: Dr. Coetzee on personalized nutrition, psychoneutrogenomics and why anaerobic bacteria is the next big thing
Dr. Oscar Coetzee, VP of education and clinical support at Designs for Health, shared his unconventional career journey from psychology to nutritional science and how he still applies much of his background to his current work.
January Launch Pad: Probiotics lead the way
From the gut-skin to the gut-bone to the gut-vaginal axes, new launches are proving biotics benefits extend far beyond gut health.
Pharmako CEO: ‘Only way to address cellular longevity properly is with targeted advanced delivery systems’
The future of the emerging cellular longevity and healthspan category will depend on targeted advanced delivery systems, according to George Kokkinis, CEO & founder of Pharmako.
Alaskan legislator proposes restrictive supplements bill
A lawmaker in Alaska has pre-filed a bill to prohibit the sale of weight loss and muscle building products to minors.
Plant People CEO outlines growth strategy following Manna Tree minority investment
US-based functional wellness brand Plant People is looking to accelerate national expansion following November’s closed Series A funding round with Manna Tree.
Gemini Pharmaceuticals investing over $10 million in facilities expansion, infrastructure improvements
Long Island-based Gemini Pharmaceuticals was recently recognized by the Suffolk County Industrial Development Agency for its upcoming campus-wide expansion and infrastructure improvement initiatives.
How protein snagged the broader consumer base
A recent report from Front Row examined protein’s shift from its original gym niche to the mainstream where it has captured the loyalty of a wider market and established itself as a cornerstone of modern wellness.
Across the Nutraverse: Appethyl’s comeback, Church & Dwight sells DS portfolio, Aussie supplements boom across APAC
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
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...
Cyperus rotundus extract may reduce body weight and waist lines of obese people
Daily supplementation with an extract of Cyperus rotundus, also known as nutgrass, for 90 days led to 7% reductions in body weight, waist and hip circumference, says a new randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study from Sabinsa.
Supplement trends: GLP-1 support, functional beverages, pet health and more
While a lot of attendees come to SupplySide Global to show off their latest innovations, for many, the main objective is to see the latest trends shaping the future of dietary supplements.
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.
Michigan legislator introduces restrictive supplements bill
A lawmaker in Michigan has filed a bill to prohibit the sale of weight loss and muscle building products to minors. The Council for Responsible Nutrition said the bill is “premised on a misunderstanding of both the science and the regulation of dietary...
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.
Probiotic pasta may improve cardiometabolic health: RCT
Habitual consumption of pasta formulated with a probiotic may improve HDL (‘good’) cholesterol levels and blood pressure, says a new study in Italy.
Herbalife, Plexus, GNC & Iovate headline 2026 Weight Management Summit
The Weight Management Summit will explore the market, alternative approaches and how best to support the nutritional needs of GLP-1 users for an ever-growing consumer base.
Probiotic Akkermansia may help manage weight and slim waists, says RCT
Daily supplementation with probiotic Akkermansia muciniphila may promote healthy body weight and help slim waistlines, says a new study from China.
Across the Nutraverse: NHANES under threat, omega-3s for Edinburgh Rugby, weight loss claims on TikTok
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.
Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2026: Early bird discount expires soon
With expert speakers confirmed from iHerb, SPINS, Herbalife, the San Francisco 49ers, AHPA, CPG Radar, Front Row, Gifted Wellness, Amin Wasserman Gurnani, Holon Law Partners, High Performance Nutrition, the University of Arkansas, TSI Group, NNB...
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.
Iovate Health Sciences pursues restructuring
Iovate Health Sciences, makers of iconic supplement brands Hydroxycut and MuscleTech, recently filed for creditor protection in Canada as it pursues restructuring to execute an “aggressive growth strategy”, says the company’s CEO.
The ‘proteinification’ of everything
Once just a bottle shaker staple, protein is taking on new forms and finding its way into everything from soda to chips to macaroni and cheese.
Cohort study: Formula for sensitive or intolerant babies linked with elevated BMI
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.