Men's Health

Soy links to lower prostate cancer risk strengthened

11-Jan-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

Frequent consumption of soy foods is associated with a reduction in the risk of developing prostate cancer, concludes a new meta-analysis published in Nutrients.

NattoPharma spins off pharma division to take vitamin K2 into the drug realm

20-Dec-2017 By Stephen Daniells

After building the science and market for its MenaQ7 vitamin K2 ingredient in the dietary supplement space, NattoPharma is spinning off a new pharmaceutical entity to take K2 into targeted therapeutics.

Kiwis disregarding the impact of diet choices on cholesterol

20-Sep-2017 By Gary Scattergood

People in New Zealand need to be more aware of how increasing polyunsaturated fats, dietary fibre, and plant sterols in their diets can help cut cholesterol.

Market report shows growing trend toward integrative medicine

18-Sep-2017 By Hank Schultz

A new market survey from consultancy Pure Branding claims that more and more doctors are incorporating concepts of integrative medicine into their practices, a development that can be seen as good news for the supplement industry.

Illegal substances seized in Spain, as large-scale trafficking scheme is disrupted

15-Sep-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

A large amount of illegal sports medicines have been seized after the Spanish Guardia Civil targets an organised crime group involved in drug trafficking.

Unilever adds Pukka Herbs to portfolio as part of ethical product drive

11-Sep-2017 By Will Chu

Unilever has bought organic herbal tea business, Pukka Herbs tea in the latest addition to a stable of brands that reflect its commitment to ethical practices and meet consumer demand for upmarket organic brews.

‘Statistical chance’: Academia and industry cast doubt on B vitamin-lung cancer links

24-Aug-2017 By Stephen Daniells

An observational study reporting that long-term use of high-dose vitamin B6 and B12 supplements may more than triple the risk of lung cancer in male smokers, but experts are questioning the conclusions.

Multi-nutrient rice set to address worldwide ‘hidden hunger’ challenge

22-Aug-2017 By Will Chu

A multi-nutrient type of rice bred to produce beta-carotene and increased levels of iron and zinc could help tackle malnutrition caused by vitamin and mineral deficiencies, also known as "hidden hunger."

Study backs multivitamins' ability to prevent nutrient shortfalls with hard data

14-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

A study published last week in the journal Nutrients adds another brick in the wall backing the ability of multivitamins to fill in nutrient shortfalls. While this notion is taken for granted among experts in the dietary supplement field, it is still...

Trust in nutritional science ‘deflating’, claim Dutch scientists

20-Jul-2017 By Will Chu

Nutrition science appears to be in crisis with a public reluctance to trust nutritional insights, according to a Dutch group of scientists, who also believe the subject’s boundaries are hampering progress. 

Russian billionaire buys Holland & Barrett for healthy €2.0bn

27-Jun-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

US private equity firm Carlyle sells Europe’s largest health and wellness retailer to investment fund controlled by Mikhail Fridman

Industry innovation can help target products to the elderly

16-Jun-2017 By David Anderson

The industry can do more to target fashionable high protein foods and drinks to the over 65s market, while rest of Europe should follow Norway with nutrition-filled NPD for the elderly, say researchers.

Dad’s vitamin D has impact on childhood growth and obesity risk

22-May-2017 By Nathan Gray

Pre-conception vitamin D intake is associated with height and weight of children at age five, according to new data.

Thumbs down: EFSA panel rejects claims for joint functioning and sperm DNA damage

17-May-2017 By Nathan Gray

EFSA’s Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) has rejected two health claims dossiers claiming a link between curcumin and joint function and an extract for sperm DNA damage.

What's on the label isn't always what's in the product

Do commercial probiotics need better quality controls?

04-May-2017 By Nathan Gray

Probiotic products should have a more stringent quality control process with processes that ensure contents match what is on the label, warns a new position paper.

Analysis: Can EFSA ever cut ties with industry?

04-May-2017 By David Burrows

The consultation for a new policy on independence at the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) draws to a close this week and campaigners have told FoodNavigator that the final document won’t be worth the paper it’s written on

Iron fortification efforts boosted by protein-nanoparticle combo

27-Apr-2017 By Will Chu

A combination of whey protein nanofibrils and iron nanoparticles could help food and drink formulators provide a sustainable and cost-effective strategy to reduce iron-deficiency.

NutraIngredients Awards: Readers' category open ... YOU decide who wins!

03-Apr-2017

Have your say and vote to decide who will win Readers’ Ingredient of the Year and Readers’ Food Supplement of the Year at this year’s NutraIngredients Awards.

Your Voice Matters

Have your say today: NutraIngredients state of the industry survey

21-Mar-2017 By Nathan Gray

Which consumer trends will be important for your business? Are European markets too fragmented? What is in store for your category? How are EU rules affecting your prospects? To gauge our readers’ views on these – and many more questions - NutraIngredients...

38 finalists will battle it out in 13 categories

Finalists announced: Find out who made the NutraIngredients Awards 2017 shortlist

20-Mar-2017 By Nathan Gray

NutraIngredients is pleased to announce the shortlisted finalists for the 2017 edition of the NutraIngredients Awards, ... with the winners announced at our exclusive awards evening in Geneva on 10th May. Will you be joining us?

Biofortification drive to reach 1bn dependent on consumer demand: Review

16-Mar-2017 By Will Chu

Mainstreaming biofortification into plant breeding programs, integrating it into policies, programs and investments, and building consumer demand are needed to benefit one billion people by 2030.

‘Exciting findings’: Capsicum extract may help slim waist lines

09-Mar-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with extracts from chili peppers may significantly reduce the waist to hip ratio in healthy adults, says a new study.

Walnut fatty acids could boost sperm potency: Mice study

02-Mar-2017 By Will Chu

The polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) contained in walnuts might improve sperm quality as findings support previous evidence suggesting the nut contains key nutrients essential for sperm function.

ESSNA: 'It is the sad reality that DMAA is widely available'

DMAA sighted in Denmark

02-Feb-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

Long withdrawn DMAA-containing pre-workout supplement Jack3d has been targeted by the Danish Food Administration (DFA) after it was alerted to internet and Facebook sales.

Wales Deaf Rugby Union inks sports nutrition deal

24-Jan-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

Pro Athlete Supplementation (PAS) has sealed a sponsorship deal with the Wales Deaf Rugby Union.

Football fuel: Everton renews partnership with The Protein Works

19-Jan-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

English Premier League club Everton has renewed its partnership with The Protein Works (TPW) - adding personalised nutritional bars to the existing deal.

Modest increase in zinc intake may reduce 'wear and tear' on DNA

05-Jan-2017 By Stephen Daniells

A modest 4 milligrams of zinc extra every day in the diet may reduce DNA strand breaks and improve levels of proteins involved in DNA repair, oxidative stress, and inflammation.

Collagen claims only skin deep: UK ad body

09-Dec-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has told a company selling collagen supplements to change its efficacy health claims about cosmetic effects on hair, skin and nails.

Study confirms reproductive safety of fenugreek seed extract

09-Dec-2016 By Lynda Searby

A study funded by Indus Biotech provides further evidence that the company’s Fenu-FG supplement is safe to take during pregnancy, following previous reports linking fenugreek seeds to potentially toxic effects. 

Science short

DHA supplements may boost semen and sperm quality: RCT

06-Dec-2016

Supplements of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) may reduce the amount of DNA damage in sperm, says a new randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study.

Mixed anti-doping messages: Call to address hypocritical sports supplement sponsorship

02-Dec-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

There is a huge hypocritical disconnect between the advice given by some sports clubs against supplement use and the sponsorship deals they sign, says certification body Informed-Sport.

Where there’s a will…iced coffee concept makes whey protein cool

25-Nov-2016 By Lynda Searby

Arla Foods Ingredients has developed an on-trend whey protein iced coffee concept that it is confident will be “on the market and available to consumers very soon”, but can it dispel negative perceptions around whey protein drinks? 

ASA U-turn: Omega Pharma ruling reversed after UK medicines agency input

23-Nov-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has reversed its ruling against healthcare company Omega Pharma following previously omitted advice from the UK’s medicines regulator.

Personalised nutrition: Thoughts from industry leaders at HiE

23-Nov-2016 By Will Chu

Personalised nutrition continues to inch its way into the mainstream but is progress certain and what challenges remain? And what is biohacking?

Vegetarian diet doesn’t compromise athletic performance: Study

18-Nov-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Vegetarian diets do not compromise athletic performance and may even help aerobic capacity, according to a study comparing elite vegetarian and omnivore athletes.

health claim watch

French firm seeks male fertility health claim

21-Oct-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is assessing a health claim linking a multivitamin, mineral and botanical mix and male fertility following an application from French firm Laboratoire Nurilia.

EFSA calls for feedback on its vitamin B1 report

07-Oct-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is calling for stakeholder feedback on its dietary reference values for thiamin (vitamin B1), which hold true to guidance given back in the 1990s.

6-country EU study tracks carotenoid levels by age

03-Oct-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

A six-country, EU-funded study has offered new insights into the impact age has on plasma levels of lycopene, alpha-tocopherol and alpha-carotene.

Ethical Naturals Inc. introduce Cranberex from Oregon Cranberry

20-Sep-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Ethical Naturals Inc. (ENI) is entering the cranberry extract sector with a standardized cranberry extract derived from dark red cranberries from Oregon.

Popular but illegal: Legal certainty on the horizon for Tongkat ali extract?

06-Sep-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) is seeking feedback on a novel food application for Tongkat ali extract, a process which could lift a formal EU ban on the ingredient which is being sold online regardless.

Males with more muscle don’t need more protein, study finds

26-Aug-2016 By Will Chu

More protein intake equals more muscle growth, according to a Scottish study, but the amount of growth does not depend on an individual’s overall muscle mass.

UK supplements firm eyes high street after capital injection

19-Aug-2016 By Eliot Beer

UK supplements firm Natural Nutrients has bagged a €145k investment from Northstar Ventures to develop its natural and ‘friendly’ brand and expand its product lines and retail distribution.

Child undernutrition hits Ghana's GDP hard: UN-backed report

18-Aug-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

The Ghanaian economy is losing 6.4% of its GDP every year because of the effects of child undernutrition, according to a report led by the African Union Commission (AUC). 

Protein pacing helps weight loss and maintenance: Study

17-Aug-2016 By Eliot Beer

Protein pacing and calorie restriction can result in significant short-term fat loss, and compared to a 'heart-healthy' low cholesterol diet can significantly improve longer term weight management, a study suggests.

Why is food supplement use declining?

16-Aug-2016 By Will Chu

Food supplement use appears to be waning, says a study speculating that unmet expectations could be the main reason for users giving up on the pills. 

Nanotechnology shows promise in overcoming fortification challenges

12-Aug-2016 By Will Chu

Nanotechnology used to encase a bioactive ingredient within a food grade carrier may provide a solution in reducing fortification difficulties and provide healthier functional foods, a study has found.

Study suggests milk better than electrolyte drinks post exercise

03-Aug-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

A metered intake of milk after exercise and thermal dehydration restores whole-body net fluid balance better than carbohydrate–electrolyte sports drinks or water, according to an Irish study.

Special Edition: Anti-Aging

Seeing is believing: Managing consumer expectations for beauty from within products

15-Jul-2016 By Stephen Daniells

When consumers use beauty-from-within products they expect to see the effects in the mirror, and sometimes quickly, but this is actually more of an opportunity than a challenge, say experts.

EFSA potassium opinion up for debate

15-Jul-2016 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has launched a public opinion on its draft dietary reference values for potassium.

Personalised nutrition held back by ‘lack of trust and transparency’

13-Jul-2016 By Will Chu from Amsterdam

The progress of personalised nutrition is being hampered by the food industry’s ‘lack of trust and transparency,’ in product composition and effects on health.