Women's health

H&B: Overcoming trust barriers in menopause supplements

H&B: Overcoming trust barriers in menopause supplements

By Olivia Haslam

Retail giant Holland & Barrett says that lack of consumer trust is a key barrier in the women's health category and that continuous campaigning is needed to improve awareness and education about this ‘underserved community’.

Women's health category encompasses all macro trends

The women’s health category: A ‘co-creation’ of macro trends

By Olivia Haslam

It’s time to rethink innovation and shopper experience in women’s health as "there is not a single health benefit that doesn’t fit into the category", said Nick Morgan, founder of Nutrition Integrated, at the Biogredia by Barentz women’s health...

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Prinova releases megatrends report

By Danielle Masterson

From gut health to a healthier planet, ingredient firm Prinova is hoping to use its latest megatrends report to showcase the opportunities available to leverage its ingredient portfolio, vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and other in-house...

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Editorial picks: Our favourite articles of 2023

By Nikki Hancocks, Olivia Brown, Olivia Haslam

After another year speaking to leading experts, digging into the latest science, discovering exciting insights, and delivering the latest scoop, the editorial team at NutraIngredients reminisces over its 2023 highlights.

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Digital trends: Women's health tops the charts

By Nikki Hancocks

A 2024 food trends report from Tastewise informs that women’s health concerns have topped the online conversation charts in the last 12 months, with hormone health top of consumer health agendas.

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Holland and Barrett predicts health trends for 2024

By Olivia Brown

Following strong trends in protein and immunity throughout 2023, Holland and Barrett predicts new consumer demands for natural energy alternatives, cognitive care, personalised hormonal support, and optimised hydration in 2024.

Probiota Pioneers competition winners announced

Probiota Pioneers competition winners announced

By Olivia Haslam

NutraIngredients has unveiled the winners of its highly competitive Probiota Pioneers competition, set to showcase innovations in probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome research at the next, eagerly anticipated Probiota event in February 2024.

May Yamada-Lifton and Danelle Masterson at SupplySide West.

WIN launches pilot mentorship program

By Danielle Masterson

While many took to SupplySide West to debut new CPGs, Women In Nutraceuticals used the tradeshow as a launch pad for female leaders.

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Is the supplement industry finally giving women something to buy?

By Danielle Masterson

It’s no secret that the dietary supplement industry has missed out on major opportunities by ignoring female consumers. But are brands finally catching on? Who better to ask than Susan Kleiner, PhD, a true trailblazer and someone who has been advocating...

Headline News Roundup: November 2023

Headline News Roundup: November 2023

By Olivia Haslam

Controversial classifications, experts challenging guidelines, lifestyle recommendations, and large-scale sustainability initiatives were key themes in November's headlines.

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Menopause: Nutrition interventions for symptom support

By Olivia Brown

Experts have noted the importance of fibre, polyphenols, and probiotics to support gut health during the menopause, and discussed the growing evidence for vitamin D, omega-3, soy isoflavones, and magnesium supplementation to alleviate associated symptoms.

News Roundup: October 2023

News Roundup: October 2023

By Olivia Haslam

October's news headlines included CBD regulatory updates, a spotlight on menopausal women’s health, and highlights from the Active Nutrition Summit.

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Chlorella minimizes constipation in pregnancy: Study

By Claudia Adrien

Chlorella supplementation in pregnant patients with low-grade inflammation can decrease the prevalence of constipation and the need to take laxatives, according to a small study which appeared in Food Science & Nutrition.

Menopause: An opportunity for businesses and societal change

World Menopause Day

Menopause: An opportunity for businesses and societal change

By Olivia Haslam

Menopausal women are an overlooked demographic in the health and wellness industry, but one that could offer untapped opportunity for businesses, says co-founder of the menopause brand partnership company, Gen M.

World Menopause Day: NPD Launchpad 2023

World Menopause Day: NPD Launchpad 2023

By Olivia Brown

On World Menopause Day, this NPD launchpad special provides an overview of the array of innovations that have entered the market this year to support the many symptoms that menopausal women struggle with.

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Unlocking the potential of the active nutrition evolution

By Olivia Haslam

The shift from sports nutrition to active nutrition creates unique challenges and opportunities for brands, as they navigate the evolving consumer demands which have increased both risk and reward factors.

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