Gut/digestive health

Medicalised deliveries: the hidden triple threat to infant health

24-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Optimal nutrition is becoming ever more important in a world where the infant gut microbiome is exposed to extreme challenges from day one of life, due to habitually medicalised deliveries.

July NPD Launchpad

21-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

Mid-summer launches have seen substantial additions to the plant-based category, with supplements to support women’s and cardiovascular health, whilst the consumer demand for novel protein sources continues.

Connection between autism and the microbiome established

19-Jul-2023 By Augustus Bambridge-Sutton

A growing body of research suggests that what happens in the gut can affect the brain – a connection known as the gut-brain axis. A lot of prior research has suggested – inconclusively – a connection between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the gut...

Bimuno prebiotic may boost immune health for elite rugby players

19-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementing the diet of elite athletes with prebiotic galactooligosaccharide (GOS) may reduce the duration of upper respiratory symptoms and support gut health, says a new study that may improve the athletes’ availability to train and compete.

Arla and H&H partner in infant nutrition research with APC Microbiome Ireland

19-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Arla Foods Ingredients has partnered with experts at the health and nutrition firm Health and Happiness Group (H&H) and researchers at APC Microbiome Ireland to collaborate on a project focused on diet for early-life cognitive development.

Probiotics improve metabolic patterns in children predisposed to coeliac disease

18-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Supplementation with the probiotic strains Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Lacticaseibacillus paracasei can have a signifitcant impact on the faecal metabolome in children with coeliac disease autoimmunity.

Beneo introduces barley beta-glucans for heart health

13-Jul-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Beneo, the producer of functional fibre ingredients, has announced the launch of its first barley beta-glucans ingredient, Orafti β-Fit, for heart health.

Probiotics offer promise in reducing microplastic toxicity, review concludes

12-Jul-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new review has concluded probiotics may overcome the toxicity of polystyrene nanoplastics and microplastics in humans.

The evidence on supplements for COVID-19 immunity

12-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

Vitamin D, zinc, and selenium supplements have significant evidence to suggest intakes reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection and associated severe outcomes, whilst probiotics may enhance symptomatic and viral clearance.

Precision probiotics aid gut health for shift and night workers

11-Jul-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Researchers have concluded that probiotic supplementation could hold the key to maintaining balance and diversity of the gut microbiota in the face of shift working disruption.

'Remarkable' microbiome changes in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis

11-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

New research reveals 'remarkable changes' in gut bacteria, fungi, and faecal metabolites in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, providing novel insights into new therapeutic approaches to improve bone health.

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.

Study finds pro- and synbiotics improve health parameters in the overweight

07-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new clinical study involving 180 overweight individuals concludes that supplementing with a pro- or synbiotic can lead to significant improvements in body fat mass and a range of related health parameters.

Microbiome Briefing

The Growth of Probiotics in Europe

30-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

This year opened with news that France has joined the list of European countries that will allow the use of the term “Probiotic”. As dominoes continue to fall, we look at the opportunities for probiotics across the bloc, particularly supplements in the...

Study reveals extensive gut microbe diversity of Hadza hunter-gatherers

28-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The gut microbiome of the Hadza people of Tanzania is vastly more diverse than the gut microbiome of the average Californian, says a new study that highlights the extensive changes induced by industrialized diets and lifestyle.

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.

Probiotics from elite athletes may boost sleep quality & energy levels

27-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A probiotic consortium developed by microbiome innovators FitBiomics may boost sleep quality by 69% and energy levels by 31%, according to findings of a new pilot study.

New use, new opportunity: Mood support that starts in the gut

27-Jun-2023 By Danielle Masterson

As consumers get more comfortable with probiotics for gut health, “probiotics plus” is emerging as a key motif. The idea of probiotics for mood support, or psychobiotics, is picking up steam as growing research shows the digestive aids hold promise for...

Scientific Frontiers winner: Making the case for a microbiome-based personalized diet

23-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

UK-based Enbiosis Biotechnologies presented its novel microbiome modulation research last week at Probiota Americas after taking top honors as the conference’s Scientific Frontiers winner.

Over the wall: Turkey’s Sunny Fruit seeks to break into China market after pro-, prebiotics launch

22-Jun-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Turkey-based organic snacks brand Sunny Fruit is focusing on extending its functional dried fruits range, following the debut of its prebiotic- and probiotic- fortified products, with cracking the China market its number one priority.

Proprietary Lactiplantibacillus plantarum strain shown to relieve chronic constipation – 42-week RCT

19-Jun-2023 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum P9 – a proprietary strain of Chinese firm CR Jiangzhong – has been shown to relieve chronic constipation in a 42-day clinical trial.

Exploring the relationship between microbiome, immune system and cognitive health

16-Jun-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A recent review has shed light on the interplay between gut microbiota, the immune system, and cognitive health, highlighting their profound impact on human well-being, particularly in children.

New study links consuming live microbes in food with better health

15-Jun-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

People who consumed foods with medium and high levels of live microbes had better health markers, including decreased blood pressure, BMI and insulin levels, says a recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition.

Elderberry-probiotics combo improves health of airline crew

15-Jun-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

A combination of elderberry and probiotics showed improved bowel well-being, higher health-related quality of life and other benefits for airline crew members, says a new study from Italy.

Synbiotic Health reports new health benefits for flagship probiotic B. adolescentis strain

13-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Nebraska-based Synbiotic Health has reported data from genomic evaluation in vitro testing that reveals that B. adolescentis, iVS-1, produces gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and Folate, expanding the strain’s known attributes and representing an enhanced...

Grape seed and bilberry supplement may reduce blood pressure, study finds

12-Jun-2023 By Olivia Brown

Following the 12-week supplementation of grape seed and bilberry extract in those at risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D), readings for systolic and diastolic blood pressure reduced significantly, a new RCT has found.

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.

Podcast: Ensuring the continued success of the postbiotic market

09-Jun-2023 By Olivia Brown

Aubrey Levitt, CEO and co-founder of Postbiotics Plus Research, speaks to NutraIngredients about the current market growth of postbiotics, but underlines the key areas that should be addressed by the industry to ensure the continued success of the category....

Probi and Clasado team up for synbiotics development

08-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Swedish probiotics player Probi and British prebiotic innovators Clasado have announced a partnership to develop health-promoting synbiotic products.

BLIS eyes sports nutrition category as RCT shows K12 probiotic may support athletes' immune health

07-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with the oral probiotic BLIS K12 may improve immune parameters in healthy people performing a high-intensity training (HIT) program, says a new RCT.

Review explores crosstalk between cranberries, gut microbiota and microRNAs

02-Jun-2023 By Asia Sherman

Cranberry polyphenols and their gut microbiota metabolites may exert anti-inflammatory effects by modulating host microRNAs, according to a recent study from University of Toronto researchers.

Researchers explore influence of grape consumption on gut microbiome

31-May-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The study suggests eating grapes can provide subtle gut modulation, with potential benefits for health.

Review highlights promising potentials of allergy-targeted biotics

31-May-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new literature review highlights the positive results of studies investigating microbiome modulatory treatments for allergies in children, including prebiotic and probiotic dietary interventions.

Bioiberica’s DAOgest Authorised as Novel Food Ingredient

26-May-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Bioiberica’s diamine oxidase (DAO) enzyme ingredient, DAOgest, has been granted Novel Food Status by the European Commission, making it commercially available in Europe with immediate effect.

RCT: Blueberries may alleviate symptoms of gastrointestinal disorder

25-May-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new randomised controlled trial reports that, in subjects suffering from functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs), abdominal symptom relief was significantly greater following consumption of freeze-dried blueberries when compared to a control group....

Centenarian gut virome diversity may promote healthspan: Study

23-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

It is already known that bacterial composition of the gut of Centenarians is associated with a healthier lifespan, but a new study shows that the virome is also implicated in longer and better health.

Probiotics + vitamin D3 may boost performance in MMA athletes

22-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Four-weeks of supplementation with a combination of five probiotic strains and vitamin D3 enhanced lactate utilization and offered anaerobic performance benefits for in mixed martial artists, says a new study from Poland.

Abbott study: HMO 2'-FL formula modulates infant microbiome to support immune homeostasis

18-May-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Supplementation of infant formula with the human milk oligosaccharide 2′-fucosyllactose (2′-FL) elevates the production of secondary microbial metabolites in the infant's microbiome to levels closer to that seen in breastfed infants, according to...

Gut-brain axis: Novozymes exhibit psychobiotic to target stress

17-May-2023 By Olivia Brown

Novozymes OneHealth, supplier of probiotics, enzymes, and bioactive ingredients, exhibited its ‘ProbioBrain’ psychobiotic containing the targeted Bifidobacterium Longum 1714 strain, at Vitafoods last week.

Roquette launches new moisture-stabilizing excipient for probiotics

15-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The new excipient, which is branded Pearlitol ProTec, provides a solution for moisture sensitive active ingredients like probiotics, according to Roquette.

Theaflavins may mitigate aging associated cognitive dysfunction via the microbiota−gut−brain axis

15-May-2023

Emerging reports linking the gut microbiota to cognitive dysfunction have provided researchers a potential avenue to enhance cognition via gut microbiota modulation.

Probiota Pioneers: Tiny Health on the birth of the baby gut microbiome test

12-May-2023 By Asia Sherman

With Probiota Americas fast approaching, NutraIngredients-USA caught up with each of our Probiota Pioneers as part of a series profiling the entrepreneurial science and tech startups due to appear in Chicago, June 14-16.

Study explores probiotic effects of table olive fermentations on gut microbiota

12-May-2023

As consumer interest in plant-based probiotics continues to grow, a new study presents consumption of Lactiplantibacillus pentosus LPG1 as a promising strategy for modulating and enhancing the diversity of the human gut microbiome.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients unveils a holistic solution for the gut-muscle axis

11-May-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

The company’s three-in-one ingredient brings the benefits of protein, probiotics and prebiotic cultures and offers product manufacturers a holistic solution for the performance and active nutrition market.

Making metabolic health fun and futuristic

04-May-2023 By Olivia Haslam

When tapping into the metabolic health supplements space, brands should take inspiration from 'aspirational' and personalised products, industry experts have advised during a Vitafoods online panel discussion.

Multispecies synbiotic supports weight loss and gut microbiome in obese individuals: RCT

04-May-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Synbiotic supplementation helped improve body composition, antioxidant status, and the gut microbiota of overweight and obese individuals, but had little impact on obesity.

Study supports BeniCaros’s potential to strengthen healthy gut microbiota

03-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The upcycled carrot-derived ingredient BeniCaros may produce consistent, significant, and beneficial effects on the gut microbiota, says a new study that supports the ingredient’s prebiotic potential.

Study: Psychobiotic positively impacts microbiomes of mild anxiety sufferers

01-May-2023 By Danielle Masterson

As research into psychobiotics picks up, the important role the gut–brain axis plays is becoming better understood.

Monteloeder’s metabolism-stimulating innovation claims award

27-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

With a strong backing of nine published studies highlighting the efficacy of Monteloeder’s entry for the NutraIngredients awards 'weight management ingredient of the year' category, the team reflects on the importance of the win for exposure...

Covid complications: synbiotic may lower risk of adverse outcomes in the vulnerable

27-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

The new RTC in elderly and type 2 diabetic individuals finds that in the group administered a SIM01 synbiotic formulation, there were significantly less reported adverse health outcomes.