Holistic health solutions can provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to wellness aligning with consumer preferences for natural solutions and preventive health strategies, evidenced by innovations showcased at Vitafoods.
Multi-ingredient supplement NAD3 may minimize the chronic stress of aging while boosting longevity genes and mitigating the molecular and biochemical hallmarks of aging, suggests a recent study.
In a Vitafoods presentation, Yves Desjardins, PhD, professor at Laval University in Quebec, discussed soon-to-be published findings on the observed prebiotic effects of cranberry polyphenols.
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.
Following an increasing popularity and a heightened influx of brands promoting the CBD and coffee pairing, touting an ability to reduce side effects associated with caffeine, a regulatory expert has warned the research backing the benefits is inconclusive.
Norwegian marine oils producer, Grontvedt biotech, has made a significant new hire of Stig Jansson, former R&D manager at Nordic Naturals, for their chief innovation officer following plans to scale up their production.
TopGum, a global leader in the gummy nutritional supplements space, has signed an agreement to purchase pharmaceutical R&D specialist PharmItBe in a move to advance the company’s development efforts for their nutraceutical range.
Ashley Heeley, director and founder of the health and wellness supplements company Hippie Herbal Turtle Co, explains the brand's uniquely wide consumer range due to a heightened demand for convenient natural alternatives to pharmaceuticals.
The recent agreement between the companies will permit the use of Pharmabiome’s patented microbiome NicheMap technology, enabling for the production of precision prebiotic fibres targeted to ensure optimal interaction with the microbiome.
Iprona, a food ingredients supplier and international fruit processing company, is set to showcase its CraftIngredients range of botanical extracts from European black elderberry, tart cherries, blackcurrants and aronia.
The new study observes a significant association between supplement consumption and vaccination side effects in an Italian adult population, specifically spotlighting the effects of omega-3 and mineral supplement consumption in reducing associated adverse...
The leader of the Welsh government funded Future Foods programme at Aberystwyth University, discussed his mission to collaborate with brands to optimise food functionality, during the Positive Nutrition Summit last week (March 30th)
Supplementation with AstraGin – a standardized botanical extract of Astragalus membranaceus and Panax notoginseng (APS) – reduced inflammation and regulated gut microflora in adults with ulcerative colitis, according to a recent study.
Functional ingredients supplier IFF Health has achieved the successful production of a strict anaerobic ‘next generation’ probiotic strain, Akkermansia sp. DSM 33459, at industrial scale.
The UK-based health, nutrition and supplements company has released the ‘Norwegian cod liver oil’ and ‘Osavi daily omega’ products following the finding that “98% of adults fall below the optimum omega-3 index.”
Short-term astaxanthin supplementation provided immune support for runners during rigorous exercise and uniquely countered decreases in plasma immunoglobulin levels, according to a recent study. It did not, however, offset exercise-induced muscle soreness,...
A new study notes that an eight-strain probiotic was able to significantly reduce oxidative stress and markers of inflammation within mice exposed to chronic sleep restriction (CSR), compared to the controls.
A recent clinical study found a cucumber extract containing iminosugar, marketed as Q-actin, improved joint function and mobility significantly better than a placebo.
The randomised control trial notes that frequency of defecation and watery stools reduced following supplementation with B. infantis M-63 in infants up until three months of age, compared to the placebo group.
The beauty-from-within market has experienced a significant evolution over the last decade, driven by a growing consumer base and demand for 'clean' and personalised products that promote overall health and wellness.
A new randomised controlled trial notes a significant reduction in markers of inflammation in children taking medication for ADHD, whilst SCFA levels were shown to increase, following administration with a synbiotic composed of lactic acid bacteria and...
Marine lipid specialist Epax has undertaken a major facility upgrade and launched 'next-level' molecular distillation technology to improve its processing of highly concentrated Omega-3.
A recent study observes that synthesising selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) using Anoectochilus burmannicus extract (ABE) significantly improved stability in terms of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, following freeze-drying and long-term storage.
Free radicals in phytochemicals are noted for their neuroprotective actions but the clinical effectiveness of antioxidants in ischemic stroke is still unknown, a review has concluded.
A combination of marine oil enriched with specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) plus bioavailable curcumin was able to counter pain and discomfort associated with inflammation, says a new study.
A new systematic review and meta-analysis of the literature observes that significantly lower levels of circulating vitamin D were found in those suffering from post-stroke depression (PSD), when compared to those who were not.
Vast consumer datasets have led scientists at personalised nutrition platform ‘Zoe’ to pinpoint ‘good’ and ‘bad’ bacteria and provide precision advice which goes beyond general microbiome diversity.
A recently published study investigating the antioxidant profiles of 12 fruit peels identified potent quantities, suggesting strong potential for their usage within nutraceuticals and food products to tackle a vast source of waste whilst offering food...
The British Nutrition Foundation has reviewed how diet and supplements can help with managing menopausal symptoms, concluding that a Mediterranean diet has better scientific backing than supplements.
An elite-athlete turned CBD supplement brand founder has described the ‘rocky’ road travelled in this fast-evolving market but says he ultimately looks forward to an ‘extremely exciting’ future.
Cannabidiol (CBD) shows strong potential for its inclusion in clinical treatment of traumatic brain injuries (TBI), with mechanisms of action including the mediation of the cellular and biochemical changes associated with the injuries, a recent literature...
Pet ownership soared during the pandemic and pet parents became attuned to the health of their canine and feline companions. Pet supplements will soon be a billion dollar category in the US, but there remains at least one exciting white space…
Adam Baker, director of science at Chr. Hansen, discussed recent in-house clinical trials observing an amplified response following administration of probiotics with HMOs, compared with pre- or probiotics given alone, at Probiota last week.
Drinking watermelon juice preserves heart rate variability (HRV) response to high blood sugar spikes in young healthy adults, according to a study from a group of U.S. researchers.
Polyphenols from grapes may indirectly boost levels of Akkermansia muciniphila and improve the inflammatory profile of the intestines, says a new study from Rutgers University.
A survey of 10,000 consumers across ten countries reveals that whilst people may not think too deeply about their joint health, many are suffering with issues.
Resistant starch has received a lot of attention for its potential to exert a healthy impact on the gut and Supergut is adding to that by offering insights through its research.
From 2022 sales numbers to consumer enthusiasm remaining high, and from progress with equality and diversity in the industry to the growth in awareness around the importance of the microbiome for health, there were lots of talking points from our 3rd...
Evonik Industries has launched a new line of synbiotics under the brand 'In Vivo Biotics' to cater to key consumer health concerns including beauty-from-within, mental health, and gluten intolerance.
A recent study modelling inflammation in both human and rodent macrophage cells in-vitro observed that extract of Garcinia dulcis, aka yellow mangosteen, was able to reduce secretion of pro-inflammatory factors.
Outpatients who were administered curcumin (CUR) and quercetin (QUE) after testing positive for early-stage SARS-CoV-2 were found to clear the virus at a significantly faster rate, compared to those receiving standard of care (SOC) alone.
Supplementation with vitamin D3 and omega-3 fatty acids may not reduce the risk of pre-frailty on their own but have a synergistic effect when combined with home exercise, according to a recent study published in The Journal of Frailty & Aging.
Citrus unshiu peel (CUP) metabolites improve intestinal inflammation whilst altering the gut microbiome, in mice with induced colitis, a recent study has found.
Daily supplementation with the bacterium A. muciniphila prevented negative consequences of consumption of dietary emulsifiers in a recent study of mice, with researchers postulating this was due to a direct 'shifting' of microbiota composition.
Solabia looks set to grow their current active ingredient range after obtaining a majority stake in BioActor, a leading innovator in extracted polyphenol production from fruits and plants with clinically proven health benefits.
A combination of pig skin collagen peptide and iron (PSCP-Fe) could treat iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) by modulating intestinal flora, according to a recent study.
