Healthy ageing

Heat-killed bacteria may boost iron status for young women: RCT

09-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a heat-killed bacterium may significantly increase iron status for young women, says new study from Japan that creates novel opportunities to address a leading global nutrient deficiency.

Study elucidates how gene sequencing is helping to untangle precise TCM effects

05-Aug-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new paper seeks to untangle some of the web of TCM effects by summarizing how by high throughput genetic sequencing techniques have been applied to elucidate the bioactives at work.

Science shorts: Swisse’s krill oil, Amway's personalised nutrition RCT findings, India’s CBD research

05-Aug-2022 By Tingmin Koe

This round-up will feature scientific findings from big brand names, including Swisse and its study of krill oil supplementation on knee osteoarthritis, Amway’s personalised nutrition, and India’s national research agency’s plans for studying cannabidiol...

Phage combination may boost gut health by precisely targeting IBD-related bugs

04-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of bacteriophages (phages) may precisely target and suppress gut bacteria associated with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), says a new study from Israel that shows the potential of this emerging class of microbiome modulators.

GALLERY: The 10 most-read APAC health and nutrition stories in July

03-Aug-2022 By Tingmin Koe

hy Co.'s (formerly Korea Yakult) clinical trial on how the supplementation of two Lactobacillus strains could alleviate obesity, Nestle Health Science's acquisition of GO Healthy, and the list of NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2022 finalists are...

Scientists outline more sustainable way to extract Omega-3 fatty acids from microalgae

03-Aug-2022 By Will Chu

A new technique to extract high-value bioactives such as Omega-3 fatty acids from single-cell algae oil has been described in a new paper authored by Australia’s Flinders University.

Podcast: Microphyt talks up microalgae’s role in weight management, brain health & sports nutrition

29-Jul-2022 By Will Chu

In this month’s NutraIngredients’ podcast, Microphyt’s Christel Lemaire took time out to discuss the firm’s work in developing microalgae-based bioactives and the technology employed to achieve this.

ChromaDex given green light to expand novel vitamin B3 ingredient within EU

29-Jul-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

The European Commission (EC) has agreed to amend the conditions of use for novel vitamin B3 ingredient nicotinamide riboside chloride (NR) in foods for special medical purposes and total diet replacement for weight control.

Study: Prunes preserve hip BMD in postmenopausal women

28-Jul-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Prunes contain vitamins and minerals like fiber, vitamin K, magnesium, potassium, boron, copper and polyphenols that protect the bones. Regular consumption of prunes can reduce proinflammatory cytokines, markers of inflammation that can contribute to...

Fucoidan anti-viral effects promising for gastroenteritis relief, study suggests

26-Jul-2022 By Will Chu

Fucoidan, a marine polysaccharide found in species of brown algae, could enhance the innate immune response by inhibiting replication of the norovirus that causes gastroenteritis.

Brand new: Amway’s traceability program, Meiji’s healthy ageing launch, Blackmores’ COVID-19 trial

22-Jul-2022 By Tingmin Koe

In this round-up, we look at the latest developments from big brand names, including Amway’s Nutrilite traceability program, Meiji’s healthy ageing product launch in Japan, and a clinical trial assessing Blackmores’ products in Singapore.

Polyphenol-rich diet harnesses gut to prevent inflammation in elderly, study suggests

13-Jul-2022 By Will Chu

Polyphenols in foods can prevent inflammation in older people, according to researchers from the University of Barcelona, who implicate intestinal bacteria in its mechanism of action.

Quercetin plus exercise may boost muscle quality vs exercise alone: Study

11-Jul-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Quercetin supplements combined with low-intensity resistance exercise may improve measures of muscle stiffness in older people and may benefit those at risk of sarcopenia.

Potential for sarcopenia? Mitsubishi-funded trial shows NMN intake improves motor function in older men

11-Jul-2022 By Tingmin Koe

A 12-week RCT funded by Mitsubishi Corporation Life Sciences has shown that nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) intake has significantly improved certain aspects of muscle mobility, especially gait speed and left grip strength – which the company says presents...

News in brief

MD Logic expands partnership with health influencer

08-Jul-2022 By Hank Schultz

A Florida-based supplement company has expanded its partnership with a prominent health influencer with the launch of a new magnesium product.

Detoxifying probiotic may protect against inflammation: Rat & human data

01-Jul-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming a kimchi-derived probiotic bacterium may reduce levels of harmful advanced glycation end products (AGE), compounds produced when food is cooked at high temperatures for a long time.

New survey provides snapshot of menopause experience

28-Jun-2022 By Danielle Masterson

With more than one billion women expected to have entered menopause worldwide by 2025, Bonafide is highlighting the need to increase education on preparing, managing, and addressing solutions for menopause symptoms.

Lutein/zeaxanthin formula should take preference over beta carotene to address AMD, says research

28-Jun-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Supplementation with lutein and zeaxanthin reduces the risk of developing lung cancer and slows the progress of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), say researchers.

Higher dietary selenium intakes linked to younger ‘biological age’: Telomere study

27-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Increased dietary intakes of selenium for women with type 2 diabetes are associated with longer telomeres, reported to be a marker of biological aging, says a new study from China.

‘Insightful and comprehensive’: Grapefruit flavanones’ heart health benefits linked to gene expression changes

24-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Flavanones from grapefruit may modulate the expression of genes linked to better vascular function, says a new study with postmenopausal women that shines a light on potential mechanisms of action.

Onnit Labs evaluates New Mood effects on college student stress

24-Jun-2022 By Asia Sherman

Health and wellness company Onnit has added a new study to its growing portfolio of clinical trials to validate the benefits of the “total human optimization” brand’s range of multi-ingredient supplements.

Fish skin gelatine found to have anti-ageing properties that prevent wrinkles, study suggests

24-Jun-2022 By Will Chu

The gelatine contained in the skin of the Pacific whiting fish, may help prevent skin wrinkling caused by ultraviolet radiation, US researchers find.

USPSTF’s multivitamin report: ‘Akin to studying a hammer and concluding it is unsuitable for turning a screw’

23-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The dietary supplements industry has reacted to a recent report from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force that dismissed the potential benefits of multivitamins for the prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Nutrachampion podcast

Three is the magic number: Australia’s CSIRO principal scientist reveals how to deliver high-quality nutra trials– LISTEN

22-Jun-2022 By Tingmin Koe

With consumers increasingly demanding scientifically-validated nutra products and ingredients, one of the key scientists in Australia’s national research agency has revealed the three factors that are crucial for a high-quality trial.

Coffee drinkers appear to live longer, study suggests

20-Jun-2022 By Will Chu

Consuming moderate amounts of unsweetened or sweetened coffee appears to be linked to lower death risk, according to scientists based in China.

Bioenergy goes deeper into mechanism of action of legacy D-Ribose ingredient

17-Jun-2022 By Hank Schultz

Bioenergy Life Sciences says new data will help expand the playing field for its legacy ribose ingredient. The new line of development centers on AMPK activation.

Balchem agrees to acquire vitamin K2 player Kappa Bioscience

14-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

New York-based Balchem Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Norwegian Vitamin K2 supplier Kappa Bioscience AS for approximately US$340 million.

Slowing down ageing: Regenosis targets 100k monthly sales with Buck Institute-backed Alpha-Ketoglutarate supplements

14-Jun-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

A Singapore firm that counts a leading longevity academic among its ranks has outlined ambitious growth plans for its Rejuvant LifeTabs, a calcium-based Alpha-Ketoglutarate (AKG) formulation that claims to slow down the ageing process.

Cohort finds lutein and zeaxanthin reduce effects of AMD

13-Jun-2022 By Shane Starling

Lutein and zeaxanthin can better reduce the often devastating effects of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) than beta-carotene or omega-3s, a 10-year cohort of almost 3,000 individuals has shown.

Study finds higher DHA cuts Alzheimer’s risk in half in elderly cohort

10-Jun-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found that higher levels of DHA can lower the overall risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, which the authors say could potentially help save billions of dollars in health care costs.

Science shorts: NAD+, NMN, vitamin E in the spotlight

10-Jun-2022 By Tingmin Koe

This round-up of new scientific findings will look at how low NAD+ level is associated with anaemia in women, Mitsubishi Life Sciences’ NMN clinical study findings, and the benefits of vitamin E for exercise recovery and PCOS.

Cranberries linked to reduction in 'bad' cholesterol levels say UK researchers

06-Jun-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Consuming one cup (9g) of cranberries per day could help improve memory and brain function, as well as lower ‘bad’ cholesterol in adults aged 50 to 80 years, according to a study carried out by researchers at the University of East Anglia.

Research suggests vitamin D supplementation in the over-70s reduces mortality risk and presents significant cost-savings

06-Jun-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Vitamin D3 supplementation is a cost-effective way of reducing deficiency in later life and particularly among the most ‘at-risk’ 70-plus age group, according to Irish researchers.

Olive compound may boost mitochondrial function, support liver health

03-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Hydroxytyrosol from olives may reverse the negative effects of a high fat diet on both mitochondrial function and liver health, suggests new data from a study using seabass.

Trial extends study of chitin‐glucan benefits to subjects at cardiometabolic risk

03-Jun-2022 By Asia Sherman

Chitin-glucan, an insoluble dietary fiber extracted from the cell walls of fungi, may benefit subjects at cardiometabolic risk, according to a recent study published in Nature.

Experts offer first estimate of live microbes in food to move towards dietary recommendations

01-Jun-2022 By Asia Sherman

A team of food science and nutrition experts has classified 18 years of dietary data to estimate the consumption of live microbes by children and adults in the United States. The end goal: to define the health benefits of dietary microbes and inform science-based...

Mother and daughter's dream teas pandemic success

30-May-2022 By Liza Laws

This is a lockdown success story about a mother and daughter from Brazil who moved to Sussex and wanted to create functional teas that not only did what they said on the tin but tasted good too.

INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVES

Spotlight focuses on rapid screening techniques for probiotic bacteria

30-May-2022 By Will Chu

Consumer demand for ‘healthy’ products is fuelling increasing interest in novel probiotics. In this article, NutraIngredients’ Will Chu talks to Robyn Eijlander, NIZO’s Molecular Microbiology expert, who explains how computational screening models can...

Evonik’ realigns’ portfolio to focus on nutrition and sustainability

27-May-2022 By Will Chu

Evonik has revealed details of a €3bn investment to the business that looks to ‘realign’ its portfolio management, innovation and corporate culture by 2030.