Weight management

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

EU low-cal diet industry "could fold" if rules rubber stamped, warns trade body

28-Apr-2017 By Will Chu

New rules on low calorie diets could wipe out manufacturers and distributors of weight loss programmes in Europe, according to an industry trade body which is urging regulators to seek a compromise agreement.

GALLERY: Your guide to what's happening at Vitafoods 2017

26-Apr-2017 By Nathan Gray

With Vitafoods 2017 just around the corner, we take a look at the latest innovation, product launches, and other interesting offerings at the three-day event. Take a browse through our gallery to see what's on offer!

Grape seed extract may protect gut from inflammation: Study

25-Apr-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Proanthocyanidin-rich grape seed extracts may protect the intestines from the deleterious effects of a high-fat/high-carbohydrate diet, according to data from a rat study.

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Weight loss brew? Fibre-rich tea and coffee aiming for European success

21-Apr-2017 By David Anderson

The UK and France are early target markets for new tea and coffee concepts containing soluble pea fibre, says founder.

VITAFOODS 2017 PREVIEW

Sports Nutrition is all about balancing innovation and risk, says NSF

19-Apr-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

Adulteration in the sports nutrition industry remains a global issue, says John Travis of NSF International ahead of his talk on adulteration and innovation in sports nutrition at Vitafoods. 

VITAFOODS 2017 PREVIEW

Sports nutrition regulation has improved but is still uncertain: ESSNA

18-Apr-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

Regulation for sports nutrition has had a long and winding road over the last decade but there are still issues that need addressing, says European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) vice-chair Stuart Shotton ahead of his talk at Vitafoods 2017...

Nutritionists dispute relevance of sugar levels in chocolate spreads following report

13-Apr-2017 By Louis Gore-Langton

Chocolate spreads and jams contain huge amounts of sugar, with two slices of bread containing the entire maximum daily intake - but some experts have questioned whether the quantities eaten are large enough to contribute to obesity

Avocado’s nutrient arsenal a mighty weapon against metabolic syndrome

12-Apr-2017 By Will Chu

The nutritional composition of the avocado is potent enough to positively affect the metabolic changes seen in type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Mixed carotenoid supplements may help obese children

11-Apr-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplements containing a mixture of carotenoids and vitamin E may reduce BMI scores, waist to height ratio, and fat levels in obese children, suggest data from a new pilot study.

Dad's diet influences brain agility of kids: Mice study

10-Apr-2017 By Will Chu

Fathers who excessively consume nutrients found in energy drinks may affect the memory function of their offspring, a mice study has suggested.

Small and 'healthy' weight gains before pregnancy could double diabetes risk: Study

05-Apr-2017 By Louis Gore-Langton

Women who increase body weight by small amounts before pregnancy could have a doubled risk of developing gestational diabetes, even when BMI remains at a healthy level, a new study warns.

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.

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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?

Sweet potato and weight loss: Food firms urged to exploit 'new business opportunities'

16-Mar-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Sweet potato supplementation significantly reduced obesity caused by a high-fat diet and also had beneficial effects on liver and kidney functions, a new China study showed.

Special Edition: Functional Foods

Naturally functional: Are consumers turned off by 'added' functionality

15-Mar-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

A huge 70% of Europeans prefer health benefits from natural foods, rather than added benefits, according to Mintel - so could the perception that functional foods are unnatural be a barrier to casual users?

Broccoli extract shows weight management abilities: Mouse study

15-Mar-2017 By Will Chu

Sulforaphane, a phytochemical found in broccoli, may affect the rate of weight gain, according to a new study suggesting the compound plays a role in energy consumption and fat burning.

‘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.

Food Vision

Nutrition advice questioned by gut microbe scientist

03-Mar-2017 By Rick Pendrous

Conventional advice on maintaining health and avoiding obesity have been called into question by a leading expert on bacterial gut health – also known as the microbiome – who claimed that ensuring healthy bacteria in the lower intestines and colon has...

Prebiotic may reduce appetite and calorie consumption in overweight, obese kids

27-Feb-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of oligofructose-enriched inulin may help to increase feelings of fullness and lead to lower energy intake in overweight and obese children, says a new study.

Prebiotics may lower markers of obesity-associated inflammation: Human data

24-Feb-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Incorporating prebiotic oligofructose in the diet as supplements or functional foods may help lower levels of some markers of obesity-associated inflammation, says a new study.

Irish study says people with highest dairy consumption have lower BMI

23-Feb-2017 By Jim Cornall

A new study looking at dairy consumption and its relationship with metabolic health has delivered some promising results for the dairy industry.

European supplements brand aims to take bigger bite out of Asian weight loss market

21-Feb-2017 By Millette Burgos

Spanish firm Reig Jofre’s nutritional supplements line Forte Pharma is looking towards South East Asia for expansion, after establishing a firm foothold in Hong Kong and Macau. 

Dutch authorities make further warnings on 'illegal' slimming products

09-Feb-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

The Dutch Food Safety Authority (NVWA) has again warned consumers against using some brands of slimming products that have been found to contain potentially unsafe ingredients.

Serious risks? Report highlights ‘hidden ingredients’ in herbal supplements

07-Feb-2017 By Nathan Gray

Both regulators, and the industry itself, should be doing more to test and improve quality control of herbal supplements, says a report highlighting the issue of ‘hidden’ drugs in certain supplements.

Fibre supplements cut cholesterol, glucose, in 12-month study

06-Feb-2017 By Eliot Beer

Novel fibre supplement PolyGlycopleX (PGX) can help lower cholesterol, insulin and glucose levels, with slightly superior results to psyllium, according to a 12-month study on overweight or obese adults.

Finns gain berry win with safety certification

03-Feb-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

Supplier of wild forest berry ingredients, Kiantama, has received a certification of safety from the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI).

The benefits of breeding: Sweeter strawberries and healthier starch

31-Jan-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

English organisation improving the sustainability of plant based agriculture and horticulture, Agri-Tech East, says the benefits of breeding plants can be seen in strawberries and wheat-derived starch.

Dutch authorities hold two suspects for illegal supplement trafficking

26-Jan-2017 By Nathan Gray

Two people suspected of trafficking illegal slimming products containing sibutramine are being held in the Netherlands after authorities performed a series of house searches.

'Bold' obesity plan in Scotland would see manufacturers suffer, says industry

26-Jan-2017 By David Burrows

Scotland needs a “bold approach” to tackle obesity, according to an influential group of politicians. But food industry representatives said tough regulation could present “barriers to business” for the country’s manufacturers.

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I-nutrition: This time it’s personal

26-Jan-2017

Personalised nutrition is emerging fast – as technologies like gene mapping and smartphones offer the potential for people to optimise nutrition, live healthier lives and reduce the burden of chronic disease like obesity and diabetes.

Five-flavoured omija berry boasts obesity-fighting potential

24-Jan-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Omija fruit ethanol extract may be helpful to fight obesity and related metabolic disorders such as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, dyslipidaemia, and insulin resistance, according to the results of a new study on mice fed a high-fat diet.

Millions with MetS may benefit from improved vitamin E testing

23-Jan-2017 By Nathan Gray

People with metabolic syndrome need significantly more vitamin E, says a new DSM-backed study that finds current methods of testing for vitamin E deficiency can mask deficiencies in people with the condition.

Post-exercise protein cuts later food intake: Study

23-Jan-2017 By Eliot Beer

Consuming a whey protein drink after exercise cuts later energy consumption and eating rate compared to consuming a carbohydrate drink among lean men, according to a study.

Cap winner? Reusable seals offer healthy beverage options

20-Jan-2017 By Shane Starling

Cap-based nutrient delivery systems have been around for several years but have not won widespread uptake on-shelf. A reusable cap featured at the recent Health Ingredients Europe (HiE) trade show in Frankfurt offers home-use options.

Fruit & veg flavonoids prevent unhealthy fat build-up: Twin study

20-Jan-2017 By Will Chu

Flavonoid-rich foods appear to alter body composition as UK researchers tie in a higher intake of anthocyanins, flavonols and proanthocyanidins with a lower body fat mass.

Inuit microbiome study could shed further light influence of nutrition and modern diet on health

17-Jan-2017 By Nathan Gray

While the gut bacteria of indigenous Inuit populations are ‘broadly similar’ to modern Western populations, subtle differences that distinguish the two could help researchers understand how diet impacts our health through the microbiome, say researchers.

Rose hip supplements may increase energy expenditure, weight management

16-Jan-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements containing rose hip powder may prevent weight gain in lab mice, compared to mice eating a high fat diet only, says a new study from Sweden.

EU bank backs organic Bulgarian bar maker by a cool €2m

13-Jan-2017 By Nathan Gray

Sofia-based healthy snack and ‘superfood’ producer Smart Organic has won a €2 million loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to aid expansion for the rising healthy snack and ‘superfood’ manufacturer.

KitoZyme banking on novel prebiotic with new medical device platform

12-Jan-2017 By Nathan Gray

Belgian firm KitoZyme is planning a roll out of of medical device products that put restoring gut flora at centre stage, company told Nutraingredients after receiving two new certifications.

13 categories open for entries to nutrition innovators. #NIAwards17

NutraIngredients Awards 2017: Deadline is 3 February

11-Jan-2017 By Shane STARLING

The NutraIngredients Awards are back in 2017 in Geneva at Vitafoods Europe with new categories to reward real progress and innovation in the global world of nutrition.

TIC Gums introduces new yogurt application

09-Jan-2017 By Jim Cornall

TIC Gums has developed Dairyblend YG OG 6, an organic, non-GMO hydrocolloid system for use in indulgent yogurt applications.

Roquette on pea protein: ‘In five years’ time the off-taste issue will be completely resolved.’

06-Jan-2017 By Shane STARLING

French player Roquette is a decade into protein – and its commitment is building having just announced a major pea-focused investment in North America. At Health Ingredients Europe (HiE) the firm told us of work it believes will transform the sector.

Kiwi fruit may guard offspring against obesity-related liver damage

05-Jan-2017 By Will Chu

An antioxidant found in foods such as kiwi fruit could provide protection against non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in the offspring of overweight parents, researchers have found.

Vital role of Vitamin D in improving gut flora and preventing metabolic syndrome revealed in new research

04-Jan-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Scientists have discovered that vitamin D deficiency is necessary for metabolic syndrome caused by a high-fat diet to progress in mice.

Study supports safety, tolerability of palm tocotrienol in people with MetS

03-Jan-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming a palm tocotrienol complex is safe and well tolerated in people with metabolic syndrome, say results of a randomized, double-blind, cross-over and placebo-controlled clinical trial.

Asian VC invests €33m in Indian botanicals specialist; acquisitions targeted

02-Jan-2017 By Shane Starling

Indian-based but global-facing herbals player OmniActive Health Technologies has won a $35 million (€33m) investment from venture capitalist Everstone Group, as it pursues expansion and acquisition targets.

The nutra space: Eyes turn to 2017

23-Dec-2016 By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn & Shane Starling

Only the seemingly foolish would have predicted 2016 would see the UK vote to leave the EU and Donald Trump win the US presidential election. But in the post-truth era, these are the facts.

ICL introducing protein-enriched yogurt system

22-Dec-2016 By Jim Cornall

ICL Food Specialties is introducing a new solution for protein-enriched yogurt.