Cardiovascular health

Predicting dietary responses could help reduce chronic disease: Study

12-Jan-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Researchers assert that modifying individual dietary patterns may aid better control of glycaemic responses to glucose from starchy food, and by extension mitigate chronic disease.

NIU’s predictions: The categories, ingredients, & industry issues to watch in 2022

05-Jan-2022 By By Stephen Daniells and Hank Schultz

The year is new, and a lot of people are getting out their crystal balls. NutraIngredients-USA is no exception, and here are our issues and topics to watch in the dietary supplements space in 2022.

‘Unambiguous nutritional benefits’: Annatto tocotrienol positively affects multiple biochemicals in the human body, says study

04-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with vitamin E tocotrienols from annatto led to significant changes in over 100 biochemicals linked to inflammation and oxidative stress, says a new study with post-menopausal women.

Omega-3 fatty acids could tackle atherosclerosis but not depression, studies conclude

24-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

Two separate omega-3 fatty acid studies conclude that while the fats could help reduce the onset of atherosclerosis, they could also have minimal effects on improving mood or preventing depression.

Regulatory round up: Mushroom powder and boron supplement source added to EC register

21-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

The European Commission (EC) rounds off this month and this year with a few last-minute additions to the Novel Food register as a mushroom powder and boron source for supplements all make the grade.

Gnosis addresses nagging formulation issues with ‘matrix’ version of K2 ingredient

09-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

Along with developing the science and marketing story behind an ingredient, suppliers also need to ensure those ingredients are easy to work with. A prominent vitamin K2 supplier says it has done just that with a new, stability-enhanced version of...

NuSkin turning to affiliate model to regain sales momentum

06-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

NuSkin Enterprises is among the latest multi level marketing companies transitioning to a hybrid model that includes affiliate marketers, the company announced recently.

Big opportunities in merging nutra and pharma

23-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumer trends, technological advancements and business strategies are causing the pharma and nutra markets to merge and this opens opportunities for the players in both industries to cater to consumers looking for the ultimate wellness solutions.

Supplier trying to avoid killing astaxanthin golden goose

08-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

Spreading the claims butter too thin and not investing in science can kill any category, even a popular one with durable demand, an astaxanthin supplier claims.

Nexira adds digestive health ingredients to portfolio with UNIPEKTIN buy

05-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

French ingredients supplier Nexira is to acquire UNIPEKTIN Ingredients in a deal that taps into the firm’s diversification strategy, which places boosted health and nutrition activity front-and-centre of its plans.

NutraCast: Beachbody’s Joel Freeman on virtual workouts and supplementation

01-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

When gyms closed at the height of the pandemic, we were forced to give up our fitness routine and explore other options. For many of us, that meant virtual workouts in our living rooms.

October Launch Pad

21-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

This month has a variety of offerings for all ages, from probiotics for the tiniest guts to a formulation for menopausal support.

From the Editor: Exciting changes at NutraIngredients

19-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Many readers will have noticed some changes to how they access the award-winning content on our site, so here’s more information about the how and why of those modifications.

Study: High ALA intake reduces risk of all cause mortality by 10%

18-Oct-2021 By Lynda Searby

A meta-analysis of 41 studies has found that a high intake of the omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (ALA) is associated with a lower risk of death from all causes, and specifically from diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

Study supports phosphate loading for endurance activities at altitude

18-Oct-2021 By Lynda Searby

“Sodium phosphate should be considered as an ergogenic aid for endurance athletes,” say researchers in Poland.

Pull of social media drives potentially dangerous ‘dry scooping’ fad, expert says

11-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

The latest craze in the social media driven world of sports nutrition has gym rats eschewing water and taking scoops of powdered supplements straight.

Lutein supplements may enhance benefits of low-calorie diet: RCT

27-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Middle-aged obese people assigned to a low-calorie diet to promote weight loss may reap greater benefits with additional lutein supplementation, say findings from a double-blind, randomized controlled trial.

Three weeks to go! Stage set for the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit

20-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

With just three weeks to go until NutraIngredients' annual Sports and Active Nutrition Summit, the virtual stage is set for some of the industry's biggest names.

Conagen scales up hydroxytyrosol fermentation production

17-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Massachusetts-based Conagen has announced it has scaled-up production and commercialization of the antioxidant ingredient hydroxytyrosol, thereby expanding the health ingredient portfolio of its commercial partner Blue California.

One month to go! Stage set for the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit

13-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

With just one month to go until NutraIngredients' annual Sports and Active Nutrition Summit, interested delegates have just one day left to grab an early bird discount.

Researchers demonstrate walnuts’ cholesterol-lowering effect in older adults

03-Sep-2021 By Will Chu

Consuming half a cup of walnuts daily is enough to lower "bad cholesterol" levels in healthy, older adults, according to a California Walnut Commission-funded study that appears in the journal Circulation.

Study: Blackcurrant extract improves exercise recovery

31-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumption of New Zealand blackcurrant (NZBC) extract prior to and following exercise reduces muscle damage and improves functional recovery, according to a new study from the University of Surrey.

Flavonoid research reinforces gut microbiome role in lowering blood pressure

26-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

Flavonoid-rich foods may reduce blood pressure levels via interaction with the gut microbiome, resulting in the production of metabolites with increased bioactivity as well as benefits to gut health.

Lipid health: China review and meta-analysis shows guar gum reduces total and LDL cholesterol

19-Aug-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

Guar gum can help decrease total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis.

New research will place D-ribose atop ‘mitochondrial health’ pyramid, expert says

17-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

Thirty years after the launch of Bioenergy Ribose, the ingredient’s manufacturer says new research is expanding the view of its effects in the cell. This could lead to a new ‘mitochondrial health’ category, with D-ribose as one of the key players, a...

‘Impressive’: DHA-rich fish oil raises Omega-3 Index & slows resting heart rate in healthy adults

16-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Eight weeks of supplementation with a DHA-rich fish oil helped to reduce resting heart rate in healthy young adults by an average of five beats per minute, says a new study from Australia.

Polysaccharide an effective adjuvant to support vaccine efficacy

05-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

The non-digestible polysaccharide Arabinoxylan may be an effective oral adjuvant to support vaccine efficacy, according to a new pilot study involving 231 elderly participants.

Study: Vit K2 could reduce heart health risk in nicotine users

28-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

NattoPharma's research partner has published a study suggesting Vitamin K2 reduces the risk of cadiovascular events in people who smoke, as it decreases oxidative stress and vascular calcification.

Review: Curcuminoids suppress atherosclerosis, but most data comes from in vitro, animal models

27-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new review concludes there is strong evidence for how curcuminoids can support vascular health. But the authors note that much of that evidence comes from in vitro tests and trials using animal models.

Recall round-up: Dietary supplements, melatonin capsules and hemp oil

20-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

As 2021 approaches its hottest months, June sees a number of recalls concerning dietary supplements, melatonin capsules and a hemp oil.

Israeli firm claims to have cracked plant tissue production code with polyphenol, cannabinoid ingredients

19-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Israeli technology firm BioHarvest Sciences claims to have cracked the cell tissue production code as it brings the first fruits of its labor to market — a resveratrol-heavy offering made from cells taken from the skin of red grapes. Cannabinoids...

Goji berry consumption may lower long-term CVD risk

16-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Incorporating a daily helping of dried goji berry into a healthy diet can improve blood lipid−lipoprotein profile and may lower long-term CVD risk.

NMN appears to boost endurance in amateur runners, study finds

14-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Supplementation with nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) appears to increase aerobic capacity in amateur runners, say researchers, who think the molecule plays a role in enhancing O2 use in the skeletal muscle.

Nitrate may boost endurance, but data is ‘very low- to moderate-quality,’ says meta analysis

13-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Canadian researchers have determined via a meta analysis that nitrate supplementation may be beneficial in some aspects of endurance sports, but caution that the data supporting the notion is mediocre at best.

Low Omega-3 Index as powerful a predictor of early death as smoking: Study

28-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Low levels of EPA and DHA omega-3s in red blood cell membranes may have a similar predictive power of early death to that of the well-established standard risk factors, such as smoking, says a new analysis.

NovoBiome & INRAE team up again to probe host-microbiota relationships

25-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

NovoBiome and The French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment (INRAE) are to work together on a new metagenomic approach that delves deeper into the host-microbiota relationship.

Coffee compounds linked to reduced chronic liver disease risk

25-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

Coffee compounds that include caffeine, chlorogenic acid, kahweol and cafestol, may contribute in reducing the risk of developing chronic liver disease, according to UK researchers.

Polaris launches ultra-purified micoalgae DHA oil

24-Jun-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

After more than 25 years in the omega market, Polaris is looking to become a forerunner in the field of fish-free omega 3, with the launch of a microalgae oil promising at least 800 mg/g of DHA .

RCT supports black seed oil’s blood sugar benefits

22-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements containing oil from black cumin (Nigella sativa) may help manage blood sugar and improve cardiometabolic measures in type-2 diabetics, says a new study.

Hop-derived compounds may prove effective against liver disease

22-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

A flavonoid compound found in hops could aid in tackling a common liver disease with researchers noting fewer negative side effects than current drugs as well as potential use in addressing metabolic syndrome.

AESAN calls for regulatory clarity on energy drink formulation

16-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

Spain’s Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has reiterated advice to reduce energy drink consumption especially among minors due to caffeine’s effect on sleep and the cardiovascular system.

EPA-rich fish oil boosts cognitive performance for healthy, young adults: RCT

15-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Fish oil supplements enriched with EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), but not DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), may boost accuracy and speed of cognitive function, compared to placebo, says a new RCT from Europe.

Ashwagandha root extract may boost cardiorespiratory endurance and recovery: RCT

04-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with the branded ashwagandha root extract KSM-66 may boost cardiorespiratory endurance and recovery in healthy athletic adults, while simultaneously help with stress management, says a new study.

Spinach and beetroot nitrates may lower BP & CVD incidents, study suggests

01-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

Nitrate-rich vegetables like kale, spinach and beetroot may be responsible for lowering blood pressure (BP) as well as lowering the risk of heart disease, a Danish study suggests.

Wonders of the North: 50-year anniversary of Dyerberg and Bang’s fundamental omega-3s discoveries

27-May-2021 By Hank Schultz

Greenland has long been a source of mystery and wonder for the Danish people. One medieval mystery has never been solved, while a more recent one, the story of omega-3 fatty acids, continues to play out in a thriving industry that has fundamentally impacted...

Sam Wiley offers insights into omega-3s market as he moves on from company

26-May-2021 By Hank Schultz

Sam Wiley, CEO of Wiley’s Finest line of omega-3 products, said he’s confident in the course of the category and in the future of the brand as he steps down from a leadership position at the family owned company.

Chocolate linked to lower cardio disease risk, study suggests

25-May-2021 By Will Chu

Regular chocolate consumption may lower Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) risk, according to a study, which identifies cocoa content and flavonoid amounts in chocolate types as possible reasons for this link.

Study finds most Americans low in omega-3 fatty acids, could impact mood

24-May-2021 By Danielle Masterson

New research has found that over 68% of adults and 95% of children in the United States do not consume enough omega-3s to meet nutritional needs based on the US Dietary Guidelines.

People with genetic predisposition to heart disease may benefit from omega-3 biomarker: Study

17-May-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers in the UK have found that genetic risk of cardiovascular disease may be due to low levels of a biomarker found in fish oils.

NutraCast: Dr. Andrew Myers, CEO and Chief Science Officer of NutraGenetics

14-May-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Overcoming micronutrient deficiencies could become part of an effective strategy in the fight against COVID-19. While vitamin D supplementation has gained wide attention amid the pandemic, in the shadows is a lesser known but equally important nutrient:...