Weight management

Extracts from citrus and Tongkat Ali may help with weight management in obese people: RCT

22-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a proprietary combination of extracts from Bergamot orange and Tongkat Ali led to significant reductions in BMI in a 112-day study with obese people, showing the potential of the ingredient for weight management formulations.

Brain acts on nutritional state to schedule growth and puberty, study finds

18-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

A brain receptor appears to take its cue from the body’s nutritional state in order to regulate growth and timing of puberty, according to scientists from the University of Cambridge.

Weissella probiotic may offer anti-obesity effects: Study

17-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A probiotic isolated from infants may decrease body weight and improve blood lipid levels and levels of pro-inflammatory markers, suggests a new study done in mice.

Citrus polyphenols may produce anti-obesity gut health effects: Study

16-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

An hesperidin-rich citrus extract may dose-dependently increase levels of beneficial bacteria in the gut, particularly those with anti-obesity potential, says a new study.

NUTRAINGREDIENTS AWARDS WEDNESDAY 4 MAY 2022

Your moment in the spotlight at the NutraIngredients Awards 2022!

10-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

The NutraIngredients Awards returns for 2022, where once again the very best of the nutrition industry is celebrated, recognised, and revered in an online awards ceremony that you can be a part of.

Milk-based supplement improves weight, BMI of kids at risk of malnutrition – Abbott’s PediaSure study

09-Nov-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Drinking a milk-based supplement could significantly and more quickly improve the weight and BMI of kids at risk of malnutrition, when compared to those who drank a lactose-free version of the same product, according to a study conducted by Abbott on...

Next gen solutions for weight management, opportunities for fermented foods, and the gut-brain axis: First speakers announced for Probiota 2022

02-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Delegate registration is now open for Probiota in Copenhagen, with speakers already confirmed covering topics including postbiotics, live biotherapeutics/ pharmabiotics, the skin microbiome, and much more.

Green tea extracts may promote oxidative stress, suggests researchers

02-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

Swiss researchers have suggested the antioxidant catechins present in green tea may in fact promote oxidative stress rather than suppress the process as previously thought.

Low Vs whole-fat dairy: No key differences in weight, waistline, lipid profiles among healthy kids – Three-month RCT

28-Oct-2021 By Tingmin Koe

There were no significant differences in weight, waistline, lipid profiles, and blood pressure in healthy children consuming whole-fat dairy versus those consuming reduced-fat dairy products, according to a study conducted in Australia.

From the Editor: Exciting changes at NutraIngredients

19-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Many readers will have noticed some changes to how they access the award-winning content on our site, so here’s more information about the how and why of those modifications.

Intermittent fasting works for weight loss, study claims

14-Oct-2021 By Oliver Morrison

Intermittent fasting can produce clinically significant weight loss as well as improve metabolic health in individuals with obesity, according to a new study review.

Mintel: Health ingredients to watch in 2022

13-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New health ingredients to watch in 2022 include hyaluronic acid, marigold, l-theanine, and ginseng, as consumers search for products that can support their eyes, mood and healthy ageing.

Krill oil may aid in metabolic-health linked complications, AkerBiomarine study finds

13-Oct-2021 By Will Chu

Krill oil may address underlying problems associated with metabolic health conditions such as early-stage fatty liver disease and obesity, says an Aker BioMarine supported study.

Study: Exergaming can have similar health benefits as jogging

07-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

While sedentary video games are often blamed for causing obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes, new research suggests that certain video games could encourage players to be more active.

More fat means less hair, study suggests

04-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Heart disease, diabetes and sleep apnea are just a few of the conditions associated with unhealthy eating habits. New research suggests we can add hair loss to that list.

Vegan diet may be best way to preserve muscle in older, obese people

30-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

A group of researchers argue that a methionine restricting diet may be the best way to reverse the damage a high fat diet can do to the muscles of older obese subjects.

Lallemand targets weight control & mental wellbeing in welcome Vitafoods return

29-Sep-2021 By Will Chu

Lallemand Health Solutions’ are to reveal news of a ‘breakthrough’ study that is said to reinforce the brain-gut axis’ role in weight management via the use of a well-established probiotic.

Lutein supplements may enhance benefits of low-calorie diet: RCT

27-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Middle-aged obese people assigned to a low-calorie diet to promote weight loss may reap greater benefits with additional lutein supplementation, say findings from a double-blind, randomized controlled trial.

Select gut microbes linked to potential health benefits of hop compound: Study

23-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Understanding how xanthohumol operates could pave the way for unlocking its potential to counter diet-induced obesity and health risks associated with type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

From feed to star ingredient? How Aussie researchers are striving to make lupins next high-value nutritional product

22-Sep-2021 By Gary Scattergood

Researchers in Australia are developing new methods for brands to incorporate high-protein ingredients from lupins to aid in the fight against obesity and diabetes, while also complying with strict domestic labelling regulations.

Study finds betaine increases fat free mass, boosts power output in young women

10-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new study on betaine supplementation in a cohort of young women has found body fat mass and exercise performance benefits.

Researchers demonstrate walnuts’ cholesterol-lowering effect in older adults

03-Sep-2021 By Will Chu

Consuming half a cup of walnuts daily is enough to lower "bad cholesterol" levels in healthy, older adults, according to a California Walnut Commission-funded study that appears in the journal Circulation.

Diet pills containing banned substances sold on ecommerce sites

27-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

The UK’s main consumer champion has revealed how easily consumers are able to purchase diet pills containing yohimbine and synephrine in an investigation into popular ecommerce sites.

Synbiotic helps obese subjects avoid weight gain during study

26-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

A synbiotic supplement prevented weight gain among obese subjects while a control group continued to gain weight, a new study has found.

Kaempferol cuts inflammation and weight gain in mouse model of obesity

25-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

New research shows that the flavonoid kaempferol boosted intestinal health, prevented detrimental microbiome shifts and cut weight gain for mice fed a high fat diet.

Probiotic combination may slow fat build-up in the liver and fat tissue: Study

19-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of two Limosilactobacillus fermentum strains may reduce body weight gain, and the amount of fat in liver and adipose tissue, says a new study with lab mice.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Regina Wallace-Jones of Mindbody

11-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Regina Wallace-Jones has spent over two decades working in engineering, security, and data-driven expansion for tech companies, like Motorola, Yahoo, and Facebook. Two years ago she joined Mindbody, a software service for the wellness industry.

'Multiple benefits over a wide range of metabolic functions': RCT supports East Asian herb’s weight benefits

03-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with an extract from Gynostemma pentaphyllum may reduce BMI, fat mass, and fat distribution in overweight and obese adults, compared to placebo, says a new study.

Supplements and liver injury: Australian trade body argues critical study lacks sufficient detail and data

02-Aug-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Australian trade body Complementary Medicines Australia says a recent report linking a rise in liver injuries due to supplement intake does not provide sufficient information on the ingredients used or the origins of the products, adding that consumers...

Probiotic and calcium supplementation in kids reduces BMI in teenage years – Indonesia study

28-Jul-2021 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of probiotic and calcium could have a lasting effect on the body weight of young children as they reach their teenage years, according to the findings of a new Indonesia study.

Industry body preaches diversity and inclusion to ensure Personalised Nutrition model’s success

23-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Personalised Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (PNLM) could address the causes of chronic conditions if socio-economic, cultural, ethnic and diversity barriers can be overcome, says a leading professional body.

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WATCH: Amado Group and COSMAX on beauty, weight management trends amid COVID-19

23-Jul-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Companies are still seeing opportunities in developing supplements that address the evergreen needs of weight management and skin protection, even as consumers tighten their purse strings and spend more on hygiene and immune health supplements.

RCT supports Santa herba extract’s weight management and ‘energizing’ potential

21-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements containing a flavonoid-rich extract from the plant Santa herba may reduce body weight and levels of the appetite hormone leptin, says a new study with overweight and obese women.

Cosucra receives €10m to meet chicory root and pea protein demand

14-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Chicory root producers Cosucra are to receive a financial boost to the tune of €10m from a consortium of backers in response to consumer demands for a more balanced, plant-based and transparent diet.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Calanus rebrands as Zooca

12-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Norwegian biomarine company Calanus is to rebrand under the new name ‘Zooca’ in a move designed to strengthen product identity as part of the firm’s expansion plans into other regions.

Oral FMT plus fibre supplements can improve insulin sensitivity in severely obese

08-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A transplant of healthy gut microbes, through oral capsules, followed by fibre supplements can improve insulin sensitivity in patients with severe obesity and metabolic syndrome, according to a new clinical trial.

Hunger games: Long term study shows high protein-low GI diet significantly reduces appetite

08-Jul-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

A high protein-low GI diet prevented hunger better than a moderate protein-moderate GI diet among overweight and obese people, according to data derived from the 3-year PREVIEW randomised intervention study.

ASA rules ketone-related social media posts breach ad codes

06-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Multimedia posts made by a ketone supplement firm have fallen foul of advertising guidelines after the posts made unauthorised health claims and for implying that food supplements could treat diseases.

Plant fibre ingredients alter gut microbiome that could help obese, study concludes

01-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Ingredients used to formulate prototypes for snack foods appear to shape the gut microbiome in ways that help prevent cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and obesity, US scientists think.

Study reports health benefits of morning chocolate

28-Jun-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Eating chocolate in the morning may help burn body fat, decrease glucose levels, and improved microbiome health, thanks to the flavanol content, according to a new study.

Understanding the mechanisms: Supplement firms upping their game in weight management, sports nutrition trials – Vedic Lifesciences

24-Jun-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Supplement firms are raising the bar to better understand the mechanism of actions of weight management and sports nutrition products, claims Indian contract research organisation Vedic Lifesciences.

RCT supports black seed oil’s blood sugar benefits

22-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements containing oil from black cumin (Nigella sativa) may help manage blood sugar and improve cardiometabolic measures in type-2 diabetics, says a new study.

A baby's gut microbiota may forecast future obesity

22-Jun-2021 By Danielle Masterson

By looking at the gut bacteria of babies and their body mass index, researchers found that the bacteria in a baby's gut may play a role in future weight problems.

Baïa Food eyes ‘untapped’ potential of ‘Dried Miracle Berries’ in sugar reduction after Novel Foods approval

15-Jun-2021 By Katy Askew

The EFSA has given the green light on a Novel Foods application from Baïa Food for its ‘Dried Miracle Berry’ (DMB) ingredient. We caught up with the Spanish start-up to learn more about its innovative approach to sugar reduction.

Scientists report ‘strong candidate for next-gen beneficial bacteria targeting obesity’

11-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a novel bacterium isolated from the human gut may counteract diet-induced obesity, insulin resistance, and inflammation, says a new study that creates “an incredible scientific opportunity”.

Review points to effectiveness of keto diet, but also cites wide range of evidence quality

10-Jun-2021 By Hank Schultz

Do ketogenic diets work? A recently published review of scientific evidence on the subject came back with the answer: “Yes, but . . . “

Personalised nutrition advice able to reduce junk food intake, suggests study

08-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

Findings from the Food4Me trial reveals that personalised nutrition advice achieves greater reductions in foods high in fat, sugars and salt as global initiatives target these foods to address the obesity crisis.

Isomaltulose shows some blood sugar benefits but no performance boost in running trial

26-May-2021 By Hank Schultz

A recent study found isomaltulose, a low glycemic sugar, quelled blood sugar spikes after a running trial to exhaustion better than did other sugars. But one expert questioned whether the differences were significant.

OptiBiotix calls on nutraceutical industry to unite in obesity battle

20-May-2021 By Will Chu

OptiBiotix is urging the nutraceutical industry to redouble efforts into developing weight managing products in response to a new report highlighting record numbers of obesity-related hospital admissions.

People with genetic predisposition to heart disease may benefit from omega-3 biomarker: Study

17-May-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers in the UK have found that genetic risk of cardiovascular disease may be due to low levels of a biomarker found in fish oils.