Healthy ageing

Swiss GPs unaware of older patients' supplement use: Study

10-Oct-2024 By Louisa Richards

A Swiss survey study shows that GPs were unaware of many dietary supplements used by their older patients, with implications for medication optimization efforts.

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.

Personalized novel Nestlé supplement may be effective against malnutrition

08-Oct-2024 By Olivia Haslam

A novel high-protein, high-calorie drink by Nestlé Health Science, combined with personalized nutrition advice effectively treats malnutrition and sarcopenia, according to 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.

Novel flavonoid combination reduces oxidative stress: Study

03-Oct-2024 By Louisa Richards

Researchers in Italy reported that a combination of quercitrin, rutin and hesperidin reduces oxidative stress and improves other markers associated with the progression of noncommunicable diseases.

Citrus pectin may reduce anxiety and inflammation: Pilot study

02-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Pectin extracted from citrus peels may reduce anxiety and depression scores in healthy people at doses as low as 10 g per day, with potent anti-inflammatory activity reported at higher doses, says a new pilot study.

Prenatal lutein-zeaxanthin may boost carotenoid levels for mother and baby

01-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Prenatal supplements containing lutein and zeaxanthin may boost both maternal and infant carotenoid levels and improve ocular development and function in the babies, says a new NIH-funded study.

Hibiscus-lemon verbena extract shows weight management potential: RCT

01-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A blend of extracts from lemon verbena and hibiscus may help slash body weight by over 3.4% in three months in the absence of diet and exercise, says a new study using Metabolaid, formulated by Monteloeder, S.L. subsidiary SuanNutra.

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.

New analysis reveals longevity-associated gut microbial signatures

24-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Long-living people consistently have higher abundance of bacterial species linked to reduced risk of conditions like gout, osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease, says a new study from China.

Balancing industry partnerships and scientific rigor

23-Sep-2024 By Danielle Masterson

The panel ‘Advancing Dietary Supplement Science and Public Health Knowledge’ at Consumer Healthcare Products Association’s 2024 Regulatory, Scientific & Quality Conference gave attendees a peek behind the curtain of how industry and academia collaborate...

Prebiotics may improve frailty in the elderly: RCT

19-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Three months of supplementation with a prebiotic blend of inulin and oligofructose may significantly improve measures of frailty in the elderly, says a new double-blind, randomized, controlled trial with 200 people.

Low magnesium linked to increased DNA damage in healthy adults

18-Sep-2024 By Asia Sherman

Low levels of magnesium could raise the risk of DNA damage and chronic degenerative disorders, according to a recent study published in the European Journal of Nutrition.

Special journal issue seeks to address Ashwagandha concerns ‘one by one’

18-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Experts are calling for papers for a special issue of Phytotherapy Research to address all aspects of the safety profile of ashwagandha. “There is no point in trading barbs or opinions,” said Dr. Thomas Brendler, one of the guest editors for the issue.

Brightseed-Botalys partnership on sustainably sourced bioactive botanicals

17-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

California-based AI pioneer Brightseed and Belgian hydroponic biomimetic indoor farming innovators Botalys have announced a partnership for sustainably sourced bioactive botanicals for a range of applications.

Green Bioactives meets demand for healthy cognitive aging

12-Sep-2024 By Olivia Haslam

A rising demand for mild cognitive impairment (MCI) solutions has led Scottish biotech startup Green Bioactives to focus on improving health span with an ingredient for memory.

Microalgae extract may slow cognitive decline in older adults: Study

12-Sep-2024 By Louisa Richards

Daily fucoxanthin supplements may reduce the early signs of cognitive decline in healthy, older individuals and improve general health markers, according to new research.

Increasing omega-3 intakes linked to delayed aging: Study

11-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Omega-3 fatty acids may slow the aging process, with the potential benefits weakening for doses over 1.1 g per day, says a new study from China.

Start-up tackles cellular aging with weekday supplement routine

11-Sep-2024 By Olivia Haslam

NoAGE is tackling cellular health and longevity with a Monday-Friday supplement routine, targeting the core biological processes responsible for aging.

Astragalus extract linked to biological aging benefits: Telomere study

09-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with an extract from Astragalus may reduce telomere shortening in healthy volunteers, says a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial from France.

dsm-firmenich secures UK and EU approvals for HMO ingredients

05-Sep-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Nutritional ingredients supplier dsm-firmenich announced that the United Kingdom and European Union have approved the company's human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) ingredients—3-FL and a mixture of LNFP-I and 2'-FL—as novel food ingredients.

‘Bringing a fresh face to the supplement world’: Epax explores skin health benefits of North Atlantic fish oil

05-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a fish oil rich in long chain mono-unsaturated fatty acids may increase the Omega-3 Index and support skin health, according to two intervention studies from Epax.

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.

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“Ageing as a disease”: Longevity medicines fraternity builds framework to tackle ageing

02-Sep-2024 By Tingmin Koe

Longevity medicines researchers are working on a framework to diagnose and prevent age-related ailments, including the classifying of ageing as a disease.

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.

Greater intake of total EAAs may not improve physical function in older adults

27-Aug-2024 By Asia Sherman

Older adults did not experience the expected muscle mass and strength gains from consuming total essential amino acids (EAAs) above and beyond the recommended dietary allowance, according to findings from a recent study published in Current Developments...

Krill oil may boost skin health measures, say two new RCTs from Aker BioMarine

27-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Krill oil supplementation may strengthen skin barrier function and improves hydration and elasticity of the skin in healthy adults, according to data from two new pilot studies.

Across the Nutraverse: NMN standards, oral probiotics, personalized nutrition in Japan, and more

26-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with NMN, personalized nutrition, oral probiotics and more. Stay on top of things with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.

NR may improve functional mobility for Individuals with PAD

20-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The potential vascular benefits of nicotinamide riboside (NR) supplementation may extend to people with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), with a new study showing that six months of NR could boost functional mobility.

Duo of herbal extracts may boost cognitive function: Amway RCT

19-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of extracts from Cistanche tubulosa and Ginkgo biloba may improve cognitive and memory function and quality of life in middle-aged and older adults, says a new study.

Screen saver: Ginger extract may offer relief from prolonged display-related symptoms

19-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with an extract from ginger may reduce eye fatigue and shoulder stiffness associated with prolonged screen use, says a new study from Japan.

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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!

Study supports Vertebene for spine function

15-Aug-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Consumption of a multi-nutrient supplement might not only stabilize lumbar osteochondrosis progression but may also potential increase intervertebral disc volumes, according to a new study.

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.

Hofseth BioCare expands immune benefits of OmeGo, targets respiratory health category

13-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The potential immune health benefits of Hofseth BioCare’s OmeGo full spectrum, enzymatically liberated salmon oil continue to expand, with a new study showing impressive results in people with mild-to-moderate COVID.

Kaempferol may boost physical activity, sleep quality: Study

13-Aug-2024 By Priyom Bose

Daily consumption of kaempferol, a plant flavonoid, may induce behavioral changes, such as an increase in physical activity (PA) and the number of recreational weekend outings, which improve sleep quality, 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.

Fonterra delves deeper into protein and phospholipids for mobility-related innovations to combat Asia’s ageing population

08-Aug-2024 By Hui Ling Dang

New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra is looking to further explore innovation opportunities for protein and phospholipids targeted at addressing mobility concerns, including muscle and joint health, amid “massive” ageing populations in Asia-Pacific.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Molly Blasier, founder of Sybil Wellness

31-Jul-2024 By Danielle Masterson

The real estate developer and wellness company founder details how she used an unfortunate circumstance to take control of her own health and healing.

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.

AI-driven personalized supplements brand Bioniq raises $15M Series B

18-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

London-based personalized nutrition company Bioniq has announced it will use the funds from its recent Series B funding round to further expand globally through “continued disruption of the dietary supplements market."

The neuroprotective potential of melatonin

17-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

From mitigating oxidative stress to protecting mitochondrial functions, melatonin can perform a variety of tasks to stymie brain aging.

Japanese citrus extract may exert prebiotic activity: Mouse data

17-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

An ethanolic extract from the peel of a Japanese citrus fruit may beneficially modulate the gut microbiota of lab mice fed a high fat diet and may lower the animals’ body weight, says a new study from Taiwan.

The 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards: And the winners are...

16-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 7th Annual NutraIngredients-USA Awards were revealed July 15 during an awards presentation at NutraIngredients-USA's Chicago HQ.

Ocean Spray-Brightseed collaboration identifies novel cranberry bioactives for health

09-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A partnership between AI-phytonutrient pioneers Brightseed and cranberry giant Ocean Spray has identified novel compounds in cranberries that will undergo deeper clinical validation.

Fonterra’s Nutiani releases multigenerational report on healthy aging

08-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

A new report by wellbeing solutions provider Nutiani, a brand of Fonterra, says that most consumers aged 45 and older are prioritizing healthy aging but that meeting the needs of this cohort is a challenging task.

Multi-nutrient supplementation of astaxanthin, vitamin E and grape juice improves episodic memory, cognitive performance – RCT

08-Jul-2024 By Hui Ling Dang

A study has found that 12 weeks of multi-nutrient supplementation, comprising astaxanthin, vitamin E and grape juice extract, resulted in improved episodic memory and several biomarkers associated with cognitive health.

Gut-brain axis: LPHEAL9 probiotic show cognitive benefits during ‘inflammaging’

02-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with Probi’s LpHEAL9 probiotic strain may modestly reduce markers of inflammation in older adults while also conferring cognitive benefits, says a new study from Sweden.