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Men’s mental health: marketing for good

23-Nov-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Brands have a responsibility to make their supplements for cognitive health accessible to men as cognitive function and mental health are intrinsically linked, marketing expert says.

The NutraIngredients Awards celebrate a decade of industry honours

16-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards will be back with a bang in 2024 as we celebrate our 10th year honouring the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people, and projects across the dietary supplements industry.

Bovine colostrum reduces inflammation markers in footballers

15-Nov-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Bovine colostrum (BC) supplementation could strengthen immune system and maintain training continuity in footballers, a new study has concluded.

Pharmactive Biotech established as B Corporation

15-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Transparency-focused natural extracts supplier Pharmactive Biotech Products has officially established itself as a certified B Corporation.

Youth Athletes: Setting the right nutrition foundations

03-Nov-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Nutrition is a critical aspect of development and performance in youth athletes, but one that can be undervalued, according to an expert panel at the Active Nutrition Summit.

Supplementation assists mountain climbers at high altitudes

31-Oct-2023 By Claudia Adrien

A range of dietary and supplement interventions—from caffeine to leucine to omega-3s—may help male mountain climbers improve exercise capacity, recovery and concentration as well as reduce loss of lean body mass, according to research published in Nutrients.

Flaxseed supplementation could benefit PCOS sufferers and older adults – meta-analysis

31-Oct-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Flaxseed supplementation could benefit polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) sufferers, but was found to have no significant impact on sex hormones, a new meta-analysis reports.

Study: Post-exercise protein intake could shield type 1 diabetics from dangerous blood sugar drops

20-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Increasing post-exercise protein intake may reduce the risk of blood sugar drops in type 1 diabetics following moderate-intensity training, a new study has concluded.

Nutritional supplement may prevent malnutrition in ageing population: study

20-Oct-2023 By Olivia Brown

Intakes of an oral nutritional supplement (ONS) in older nursing home residents at-risk of malnutrition may significantly improve nutritional status and physical performance, says a new study.

CurraNZ blackcurrant extract may enhance whole-body fat oxidation: Study

19-Oct-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new study has found that following a two-week administration period of CurraNZ, an anthocyanin-rich New Zealand blackcurrant extract (NCBC) supplement in healthy males, the levels of fat oxidation during supine rest was significantly increased.

World Menopause Day

Menopause: An opportunity for businesses and societal change

18-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Menopausal women are an overlooked demographic in the health and wellness industry, but one that could offer untapped opportunity for businesses, says co-founder of the menopause brand partnership company, Gen M.

Personalisation for sports nutrition: enhancing adherence for optimal performance

17-Oct-2023 By Olivia Brown

An expert has emphasised the potential for optimising adherence to personalised health advice systems for sports nutrition through employing behavioural change techniques, aligning advice by personality type, and adapting advice over time.

Verdure’s ashwagandha may offer anti-fatigue benefits: RCT

17-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a proprietary ashwagandha root extract may significantly reduce symptoms of fatigue, compared to the placebo group, for overweight or mildly obese men and women, says a new study.

Unlocking the potential of the active nutrition evolution

17-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

The shift from sports nutrition to active nutrition creates unique challenges and opportunities for brands, as they navigate the evolving consumer demands which have increased both risk and reward factors.

Gut-muscle axis interventions for ageing consumers: experts discuss strong emerging evidence

16-Oct-2023 By Olivia Brown

Experts have highlighted the “strong emerging evidence” for the gut-muscle axis and the potential targeted interventions to protect muscle function with age, whilst spotlighting creatine and sulphur as key supplements for the active ageing consumer.

The 'holistic recharge' startup maturing with active consumers demands

09-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

From post-party supplement to main player in sports nutrition, the startup KA-EX which offers a “holistic recharging” product has seen an evolution of consumer interest since its launch.

Nutrition experts measure-up challenges in body composition and RED-S

06-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Experts have come together to discuss new techniques for body composition assessment in the wake of a newly published review recommending nutrition interventions in relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S).

Poria cocos mushroom extract shows promise as natural sleep aid

03-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new study has concluded that extracts from the mushroom Poria cocos could improve quality of sleep, showing promising opportunities for alternatives to sleep-inducing drugs.

Review calls for lower caffeine limits in energy drinks amidst health risk concerns

20-Sep-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Authors of a new review argue that daily caffeine safety thresholds set by regulatory bodies should be lowered, while an industry expert says painting “all energy drinks with such a broad brush is inaccurate and irresponsible.”

Menopause: Women’s health at risk due to avoidable nutrient deficiencies

11-Sep-2023 By Olivia Haslam

“Menopause is a perfect storm of nutritional challenges,” nutrition experts explain in a new report by the Health & Food Supplements Information Service (HSIS), with research revealing nearly half of women are worried their diet won’t support them...

Prevalence of Vit D deficiency must be reversed with supplementation, review asserts

07-Sep-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new research review by Health & Food Supplements Information Service (HSIS) concludes that a third of the UK population is vitamin D deficient and preventing deficiency can only be achieved by supplementation for all.

Precision nutrition report concludes "We know next to nothing"

29-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The hype around precision nutrition far outweighs our scientific evidence and knowledge, according to a new report by experts in the field.

Qina reveals top 10 trends in personalised nutrition

25-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Personalised nutrition experts at the Qina consultancy have revealed a top tends report, unveiling a ChatGPT take-over, a merging of food and pharma, an entrance of big tech firms, and new abilities created by at-home blood draws.

DoNotAge: the startup aiming to reduce biological age through nutrition

24-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

The biohacking startup DoNotAge has expanded its portfolio of nutritional supplements which aim to reduce biological age and support health longevity, in response to increasing interest in preventative health products in the ageing population.

VOW Nutrition collaborates with Team GB ahead of 2024 Olympic games

21-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

Sports nutrition brand VOW Nutrition has collaborated with Team GB as the Official Nutrition Licensee ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic games and is set to fuel the athletes with its range of nutritional supplements in the lead up to the games.

Understanding individual blood-sugar responses “crucial” for control, researchers stress

15-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new prospective intervention study concludes that understanding personal glycemic responses to meals and adopting a meal-based approach when planning diets is crucial to improving glycemic control.

ANS Startup Star: CBD manufacturer reaping the rewards of quality and trust certification

11-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The founder of a premium white label CBD goods manufacturer supplying leading brands in the UK is doubling its production capacity after seeing sales explode at a time when much of the industry is struggling or closing shop.

RCT: Rutin flavonoid improves blood pressure and quality of life in type 2 diabetic patients

09-Aug-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new double-blind placebo-controlled study has found that rutin supplementation improved blood pressure, levels of antioxidant enzymes, and quality of life (QOL) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

HMN24: Timing nutrition around circadian rhythms and hormonal changes

07-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

The startup HMN24 is emphasising the importance of matching nutritional supplement intakes with natural circadian rhythms and hormonal changes throughout the day, aiming to optimise mental and physical health over the full 24-hour period.

Yaupon: climate-friendly caffeine touted “crop of the future”

04-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

The climate-resilient Yaupon crop, with leaves rich in theobromine, polyphenols, and 30% less caffeine than coffee, has been growing in popularity for use within holistic health-promoting beverages.

"The future is here": AI tool develops scientifically-sound supplements at speed

03-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new AI powered tool has been developed to allow researchers to process insights into thousands of diseases, gene associations, and ingredient interactions, to develop efficacious nutraceutical solutions.

Study: High use of supplements by young swimmers suggests need for nutrition education

31-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new cross-sectional study has concluded there is high usage of ergogenic aids by young UK national-level swimmers, particularly in those at national level aged 16-20, despite evidence for their efficacy remaining ambiguous in an applied setting.

'World’s first’ energy drink developed by artificial intelligence

28-Jul-2023 By Flora Southey

In Hungary, a beverage manufacturer claims to have produced the 'world’s first’ energy drink completely designed by AI.

Probiotics may regulate glucolipid metabolism, review finds

26-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new meta-analysis and systematic review finds that supplementation with Lactobacillus and/or Bifidobacterium may significantly decrease BMI, fasting glucose, insulin, triglycerides, and cholesterol levels in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D).

Female entrepreneurs develop hormone-focused personalised nutrition app

25-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

An entrepreneurial duo have created a personalised nutrition platform to help support women's wellbeing with advice that considers the hormonal changes throughout the menstrual cycle.

Carbohydrate gummies show promise in boosting golf performance

24-Jul-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Continuous carbohydrate intake via gummies can enhance golfers' performance by improving energy levels and focus during extended periods of play, research suggests.

Synergy Flavours launches concentrated flavour range for protein bars

20-Jul-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Synergy Flavours, the provider of taste solutions, has introduced a new range of concentrated flavours specifically designed for protein bars.

Going 4GOLD: leveraging lipids to fuel performance

17-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

The food technology company 4GOLD, founded by a pro-athlete trio, have launched a new LiFT lipid supplement combining long-chain triglycerides (LCTs) and medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for a fast and lasting energy release to fuel athletic performance.

PRIME pushes back on Sen. Schumer calls for FDA energy drink investigation

11-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

PRIME, a beverage brand by influencers Logan Paul and Olajide “KSI” Olatunji, tells NutraIngredients-USA that its energy drink, “complied with all FDA guidelines before hitting the market”, after Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) called for an FDA investigation...

China CBEC phenomenon: Tmall Global on overcoming supplements supply chain woes as products hit peak popularity

11-Jul-2023 By Tingmin Koe

Overseas supplements sold into China via cross-border e-commerce (CBEC) can get popular easily, but supply chain pain points are making it difficult for brands to replenish their goods in time, says the head of Tmall Global.

Ice cream from algae? Sophie’s BioNutrients’ chlorella-based ice cream claims to boast more B12 than dairy

29-Jun-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

Microalgae cultivation as a topic may be more apt for the biofuel industry, but scientific research has shown that these microscopic organisms can also be utilized as a sustainable food source.

Rhodiola rosea: Adjusting to life as an endangered species

29-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

The global demand for Rhodiola rosea – also known as "golden root" or "roseroot" – has been increasing steadily since the late 20th century, so much so that it now faces restrictions in international trade brought on by exploitative...

June 2023 Launch pad

28-Jun-2023 By Olivia Brown

Nootropics and natural energy alternatives to support cognition have dominated product launches throughout June, whilst players in protein and immunity categories hold strong.

Webinar preview: Exploring the thriving market of esports nutrition

22-Jun-2023 By Olivia Haslam

NutraIngredients will present a webinar entitled “Esports: A Multiplayer Opportunity”, on June 29th, bringing experts together to discuss trends and directions of the nutrition for gamers industry.

The evolution of pre-workout powder for the digital generation

19-Jun-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Pre-workout powder is re-imagining and re-defining its role for the “digitally native consumer”, according to a recent webinar from Nutrition Integrated.

Active Nutrition Summit: First speakers revealed!

12-Jun-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

As we come close to the Early Bird ticket deadline for NI's Active Nutrition Summit 2023, we reveal some of the first confirmed speakers to join the agenda, which is already packed with diverse and engaging content.

Taurine supplements may extend lifespan, for animals at least

09-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A deficiency of taurine may drive aging in animals, while supplementation with the compound was associated with a 12% increase in healthy lifespan, says a new study published in Science.

Caffeine alternative: Alpinia galanga extract increases alertness, decreases fatigue

06-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

Natural ingredient supplier OmniActive has released the results of a new clinical trial that substantiates the effects of its enXtra ingredient as a caffeine-alternative in the growing energy supplement market.

Nestle targets mitochondria to support healthy aging

06-Jun-2023 By Olivia Brown

Nestle health science has focussed its research and development work on the healthy aging category, predicting a “tsunami of metabolic conditions” for the future of public health.

BLS touts next-gen NAD booster in vegetable wax matrix

01-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

Bioenergy Life Science (BLS) presents its wax-matrix packaged NAD booster as a game-changing format for the sustained release and improved absorption of its longevity supplement.