Gut/digestive health

Across the Nutraverse: Biohm partners with ADM, Swisse’s new range of nootropics, and more

21-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with Swisse seeking to pioneer Australia’s nootropics consumption, Biohm partnering with ADM on women’s microbiome formulation, Probi introducing a new psychobiotic to the Nordic...

Early probiotic intervention reduces overall mortality in premature infants: Study

16-Oct-2024 By Olivia Haslam

New research shows that probiotic supplementation in preterm infants may reduce mortality rates and improve feeding tolerance, with earlier intervention conferring greater benefits.

New synbiotic yoghurt offers novel solution for metabolic syndrome management – study

15-Oct-2024 By Audrey Yow

A synbiotic yoghurt could help reduce oxidative stress in adults with metabolic syndrome, according to a new RCT.

Calling all innovators: Become a 2025 Probiota Pioneer

14-Oct-2024 By Olivia Haslam

As global universities and major companies invest in probiotics, prebiotics and microbiome innovations, start-ups in these booming sectors face a surge of funding and opportunities. But with fierce competition, the challenge remains: How can emerging...

GI supplement may improve gut symptoms, satiety and energy levels: Amway study

09-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A multi-component dietary supplement may improve 13 different parameters of gut health, ranging from stomach cramps to bloating and acid reflux, says a new study from Amway.

Sirio debuts GummiBiotic range for immunity, digestive health and weight management

09-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Nutraceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) Sirio Pharma has launched a new GummiBiotic range to support a range of health benefits.

Solnul resistant starch may slash markers of metabolic dysfunction: Study

08-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A low 3.5-gram daily dose of Solnul resistant potato starch may beneficially reduce the levels of circulating free fatty acids (FFA), an important early marker of metabolic health, says a new study.

The NutraIngredients-Europe Awards are back for 2025! Submit your entries!

07-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-Europe Awards will return in 2025 with three new categories and the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people and projects across the food supplements industry.

NutraCast: What millennial women want: Glanbia Nutritionals on key health trends

04-Oct-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Glanbia details how the company's research is informing its nutritional offerings to meet the evolving needs of female consumers.

Fermented gold kiwi intake shown to reduce self-reported gut discomfort – Eight-week RCT

02-Oct-2024 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of fermented gold kiwi has been shown to reduce the severity of self-reported gut discomfort, including abdominal pain and heartburn, according to an eight-week trial conducted in South Korea.

Fiber may boost vitamin B availability in the gut and support immunity

26-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary fiber may modulate the metabolic output of the gut microbiota, enhancing the availability of B vitamins and producing downstream immune benefits for the host, says a new study.

Verb Biotics: Consumers understand importance of gut-brain axis, not how it works

11-Sep-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Americans acknowledge that the gut-brain axis is important, but they may not fully understand how the connection works between these regions of the body, especially when it comes to mental well-being.

Green banana and pineapple fibre shown to raise beneficial bacteria – Dole-funded trial

10-Sep-2024 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of green banana powder and pineapple fibre powder has been shown to raise the levels of beneficial bacteria deficient in young adults, including Bifidobacterium bifidum and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, say findings of a 14-day trial...

Probiotic strain may increase happiness and reduce stress: Study

09-Sep-2024 By Louisa Richards

Daily supplementation with Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus HN001 may boost happiness and perceived stress scores over four weeks in moderately to highly stressed participants, according to a new study from Fonterra.

Danone explores kefir’s untapped potential with new Activia range

04-Sep-2024 By Teodora Lyubomirova

Danone has launched its first kefir range in the UK as the company aims to tackle consumer scepticism and raise awareness of the fermented dairy product’s health benefits.

Synbiotic supplementation raises resting energy expenditure in overweight adults – Ezaki Glico study

04-Sep-2024 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of a synbiotic has shown to increase resting energy expenditure in overweight or mildly obese adults, according to a clinical trial funded by Japan confectionery company Ezaki Glico.

Consuming copper may relieve constipation: Study

03-Sep-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Americans are less likely to be constipated when their diets include more copper.

Probiota 2025: Early bird discount end this month!

03-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

With expert speakers confirmed from Ani Biome, the Lawson Health Research Institute, Örebro University, ETH Zurich, dsm-firmenich, Novonesis, IFF, Morinaga, Kerry, and more, the upcoming Probiota 2025 is not to be missed.

Personalised probiotic treatment could support cognitive health in older adults – case study

03-Sep-2024 By Audrey Yow

Tailored probiotic supplements for individuals could help address age-related cognitive decline, according to researchers of a case study conducted in Taiwan.

Dietitians strongly believe in probiotic & prebiotic benefits, says new survey, but need more guidance

02-Sep-2024 By Matt Chittock

Over 90% of dietitians surveyed in a recent study believed probiotics and prebiotics have a place in nutritional practice and that fermented foods with live microbial cultures should be part of food-based dietary guidelines.

In an uncertain market, can advances in personalized nutrition democratize health, wellness?

30-Aug-2024 By Claudia Adrien

When German multinational company Bayer closed vitamin provider Care/of earlier this summer, analysts raised questions about what the shuttering foretold for the personalized nutrition industry.

NutraCast: Trends, challenges and innovations in the evolving gummy market

30-Aug-2024 By Danielle Masterson

The global gummy market is expected to reach $48.5 billion by 2028, driven by the demand for efficacious yet good-tasting supplement formats. Brands are innovating to create healthier gummy options, like low-sugar and plant-based formulas, in order to...

Probiotic supplement may slash BMI and body weight, improve heart health: RCT

28-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Twelve weeks of daily supplementation with a Bifidobacterium lactis probiotic strain may significantly decrease body fat, leg fat and BMI in obese women, says a new study from Korea.

Dual approach: Pro- and postbiotic Bifidobacterium Longum ES1 can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome - ADM

27-Aug-2024 By Audrey Yow

Bifidobacterium Longum ES1 can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhoea (IBS-D), ADM told our Growth Asia Summit, referring to a first human clinical trial for a dual pro- and postbiotic.

FrieslandCampina study: Prebiotic increases Bifidobacterium abundance in women at low dose

22-Aug-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Daily consumption of a low dose of Galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) can increase the relative abundance of Bifidobacterium in the feces of healthy women, according to a new study funded by FrieslandCampina.

How does the One Health concept apply to industry?

21-Aug-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Symbiologist Nina Vinot urges nutraceutical industry to embrace One Health for a healthier planet and people, explaining that “no microbiome is an island.”

Growth Asia Summit 2024

CSIRO explores barley grain effects in shaping babies' gut microbiota during weaning period

21-Aug-2024 By Tingmin Koe

Australia’s researchers are studying the potential of barley grains as a prebiotic to support the development of a healthy gut microbiota in babies who are transiting from full formula or breastmilk feeding to consuming their first solid foods.

B. adolescentis positively linked with blood glucose level, say scientists

19-Aug-2024 By Tingmin Koe

Bifidobacterium adolescentis is found to be positively linked with fasting blood glucose level among Singaporean elderly, says a new study which also uncovered links between gut microbial and other chronic issues, such as cardiometabolic health and inflammation.

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Got groundbreaking microbiome-related research to shout about? Probiota wants to hear from you!

15-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Are you researching the latest state-of-the-art developments related to prebiotic, probiotic, postbiotic and microbiome science relevant to human health, well-being, consumers and industry? If so, we would like to hear from you!

Synbiotic may improve energy balance, offer anti-obesity effects: Study

14-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of a specific Bifidobacterium strain and a prebiotic fiber may improve resting energy expenditure and energy balance, known to be a major factor of obesity, says a new study.

Probiotic combination may boost liver function: Study

12-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of three probiotic strains with or without a postbiotic may reduce levels of liver enzymes and support liver health and function, says a new study from Glac Biotech Co. in Taiwan.

Maternal vit D study highlights need for supplementation

07-Aug-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

New research has revealed an association between maternal vitamin D status and the gut microbiota structure and composition of infants potentially linked to an increased risk of allergic diseases, highlighting the need for supplementation in pregnancy.

ADM aims to put clients on the podium with trend-setting solutions

05-Aug-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

As the Olympics take center stage, ADM has revealed its line-up of active nutrition concepts set to tap into trends for gut health focused sports nutrition, rapid rehydration, esports, health-boosting flavor powders and more.

Gut approach: Morinaga Milk spotlights probiotic strain’s efficacy in counteracting obesity and age-related metabolic issues

05-Aug-2024 By Hui Ling Dang

Morinaga Milk Industry zeroed in on the weight management efficacies of Bifidobacterium breve B-3 (B. breve B-3) probiotic strain, and its potential for preventing age-related metabolic issues, at the Growth Asia Summit 2024.

Weizmannia coagulans relieves constipation via microbiome modulation

02-Aug-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Weizmannia coagulans BC99 (formerly Bacillus coagulans) reduced the symptoms of constipation via the modulation of Bifidobacterium and Ruminococcus impacting metabolic pathways that impact metabolism and inflammation, according to new research.

NPD launchpad July 2024: Healthy aging and sports nutrition

29-Jul-2024 By Olivia Haslam

July’s product launches highlight healthy aging and brain health, sports recovery and hydration, as well as new shakes and flavors.

New FitBiomics probiotic tackles fatigue, endurance

26-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Biotechnology company FitBiomics has launched VNella, a product the company says is the world’s first lactic acid metabolizer to fight fatigue and promote endurance.

Probiotic supplementation linked to improved visual and auditory attention in children with ADHD – Taiwan RCT

24-Jul-2024 By Hui Ling Dang

A Taiwan study has found that supplementation of a probiotic strain can enhance neuropsychological performance in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), showing promise as a complement to drugs treatment.

IFT FIRST 2024

M2 Ingredients highlights recent ex vivo studies for mushrooms on gut health at IFT FIRST

23-Jul-2024 By Deniz Ataman

M2 Ingredients, a North American organic mushroom powder supplier, showcased its recent research during IFT FIRST on the prebiotic potential of its products which highlighted the possibilities mushrooms offer for the booming functional food and beverage...

Are probiotics beneficial for healthy people?

22-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

A new paper published in the journal Advances in Nutrition examines whether the efficacy evidence currently available supports population-based, preventive recommendations for probiotics. This has raised questions within the dietary supplement industry...

NutraCast: MegaFood tackles misinformation by leaning into women’s health with MegaWell Collective

19-Jul-2024 By Danielle Masterson

New Hampshire-based MegaFood has unveiled its fully-integrated ambassador platform to provide practical, credible advice on health and wellness topics for women.

Nimble Science builds on small intestine sampling for microbiome research

19-Jul-2024 By Olivia Haslam

New research in precise small intestine sampling takes the industry a step closer to offering real-time insights into host-diet-microbiota interactions.

Science shorts: Sleep, metabolic diseases, infant jaundice in this round-up

19-Jul-2024 By Tingmin Koe

This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research on the potential of Rhodiola rosea and Nelumbo nucifera extracts in improving sleep in adults suffering from subthreshold insomnia, how findings of a new meta-analysis have shown curcumin's...

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