Women's health

Specific probiotics strains showed immunomodulatory properties in women with PCOS, gestational diabetes - Nestle review

13-Jul-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Specific probiotics strains have showed immunomodulatory properties in women suffering from chronic inflammatory conditions, such as gestational diabetes and PCOS, according to a review of RCTs conducted by Nestle.

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MD Logic expands partnership with health influencer

08-Jul-2022 By Hank Schultz

A Florida-based supplement company has expanded its partnership with a prominent health influencer with the launch of a new magnesium product.

Nutrition support for the infertile should prevent rather than treat, say researchers

04-Jul-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Individual assessments could be used to design ‘precision nutrition’ in relation to self-reported dietary and lifestyle habits and anthropometric data, combined with a patient’s genetic profile and gut status.

New survey provides snapshot of menopause experience

28-Jun-2022 By Danielle Masterson

With more than one billion women expected to have entered menopause worldwide by 2025, Bonafide is highlighting the need to increase education on preparing, managing, and addressing solutions for menopause symptoms.

Higher dietary selenium intakes linked to younger ‘biological age’: Telomere study

27-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Increased dietary intakes of selenium for women with type 2 diabetes are associated with longer telomeres, reported to be a marker of biological aging, says a new study from China.

Diversifying sources: Global seafood firm Thai Union on rationale for microalgae omega-3 strategy

23-Jun-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

Global seafood giant Thai Union says it is placing a significant focus on microalgae omega-3, besides its usual marine sources, as it seeks to diversify its ingredients business.

DSM, Unilever and Google offer nutrition expertise in case study collection

21-Jun-2022 By Will Chu

DSM, Unilever and Google are among a number of global organisations who have contributed to a publication describing how to improve nutrition in the workplace.

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Hologram Sciences one-stop destination for menopause solutions

20-Jun-2022 By Liza Laws

Hologram Sciences has launched Phenology, its new women’s health brand offering a one-stop destination for menopause solutions that it hopes will redefine the experience with a holistic approach addressing health and beauty solutions.

Milk protein supplementation could relieve fatigue during menstruation – Meiji study

15-Jun-2022 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of milk protein, specifically alpha-lactalbumin, has shown to improve menstrual-related symptoms, including reducing fatigue, a crossover study by Meiji has shown.

Slowing down ageing: Regenosis targets 100k monthly sales with Buck Institute-backed Alpha-Ketoglutarate supplements

14-Jun-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

A Singapore firm that counts a leading longevity academic among its ranks has outlined ambitious growth plans for its Rejuvant LifeTabs, a calcium-based Alpha-Ketoglutarate (AKG) formulation that claims to slow down the ageing process.

Science shorts: NAD+, NMN, vitamin E in the spotlight

10-Jun-2022 By Tingmin Koe

This round-up of new scientific findings will look at how low NAD+ level is associated with anaemia in women, Mitsubishi Life Sciences’ NMN clinical study findings, and the benefits of vitamin E for exercise recovery and PCOS.

Trials continue to support benefits of novel probiotics for fertility and premature babies

07-Jun-2022 By Asia Sherman

Novel probiotic products Fertibiome and Neobiome improve fertility in couples and gut health in premature babies, according to research developed jointly by Spanish pharmaceutical company Zinereo Pharma and R&D firm Probisearch.

UK pushes for crop biofortification with Genetic Technology Bill

31-May-2022 By Will Chu

New UK legislation that promotes innovation and more nutritious crops has been introduced to the country’s Parliament last week in a move designed to address future food security.

Enter now! Complete the survey for a chance to win a place at the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit

31-May-2022 By Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

NutraIngredients.com is offering one lucky individual the chance to win a free place at this year’s Sports and Active Nutrition Summit in Europe by taking part in a short online survey.

Mother and daughter's dream teas pandemic success

30-May-2022 By Liza Laws

This is a lockdown success story about a mother and daughter from Brazil who moved to Sussex and wanted to create functional teas that not only did what they said on the tin but tasted good too.

Low NAD+ levels associated with anaemia in women – BYHEALTH study

30-May-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Low nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) levels in the blood is associated with anaemia in women, a study by BYHEALTH has shown.

Evonik’ realigns’ portfolio to focus on nutrition and sustainability

27-May-2022 By Will Chu

Evonik has revealed details of a €3bn investment to the business that looks to ‘realign’ its portfolio management, innovation and corporate culture by 2030.

Trend tracker: Australia’s OTC cannabidiol, innovation in iron, beauty, sports nutrition

27-May-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Innovations in iron, beauty, sports nutrition, Australian firms competing to launch the country’s first over the counter cannabidiol (CBD) oral products, as well as infant formula firms’ responses to US shortage are the key trends covered in this round-up.

May Launch Pad: Women and gummies dominate lineup

26-May-2022 By Danielle Masterson

May is women's health month and there was no shortage of new products geared toward females. Gummies were also prominent, plus a hint of nostalgia in the form of ooze.

NutraCast: GNC on near term merchandising future

20-May-2022 By Danielle Masterson

After a more than a year of merchandising uncertainty, GNC’s Chief Merchandising Officer, Karlyn Mattson, discusses the market’s current state, growth strategies and technology platforms.

Nutraingredients award finalist joins forces to improve women’s menopause experience

20-May-2022 By Liza Laws

Pura Collagen, recently shortlisted for a Nutraingredients award, has joined a collective of likeminded brands and companies to improve the menopause experience for women.

Study unlocks Choline’s ‘unique role’ in boosting DHA levels during pregnancy

19-May-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Maternal intake of choline, an essential brain nutrient for mother and developing child, significantly increases DHA status, more than supplementing with DHA by itself, says a new study from Cornell University.

Suanfarma and Solvay confirm fermentation boosting agreement

19-May-2022 By Will Chu

Solvay is to invest in Suanfarma’s manufacturing facilities in a pact to develop its biotechnological and fermentation capabilities in the development of natural ingredients.

Vitamin E supplementation can improve hormonal, metabolic parameters in PCOS patients – systematic review and meta-analysis

19-May-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

Vitamin E supplementation can positively affect polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) patients’ metabolic and hormonal parameters, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Blackcurrant supplement scoops third Nutraingredients award spanning three locations

13-May-2022 By Liza Laws

A product made from New Zealand blackcurrants and is Health Currancy’s flagship product, CurraNZ, has been awarded a third Nutraingredients Award - taking home the prize for Sports Nutrition Product of the Year Award, in Europe.

DSM, UNICEF, Sight and Life extends pact to address malnutrition

13-May-2022 By Will Chu

Nutrition giants DSM have renewed their partnership with UNICEF and nutrition think tank and incubator Sight and Life that seeks to improve nutrition for at-risk groups in Sub Saharan Africa and Asia.

Gallinée founder: ‘You can feel it’s the year of the microbiome’

10-May-2022 By Kacey Culliney

The scientific community has had its eyes on the microbiome for years, but for the beauty industry and its consumers, 2022 will be the year the concept really gains important ground, says the founder of Gallinée.

NutraCast: How TikTok drives sales at the Vitamin Shoppe

06-May-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Recent surges in supplement sales continue to prove the massive and growing influence of TikTok. Riding on the coat tails of many of these trends are health and wellness stores like The Vitamin Shoppe.

Nutraingredients Awards 2022 - and the winners are...

06-May-2022 By Liza Laws

From start-ups to researchers as well as a range of nutrition heavy weights, this year’s Nutraingredients Awards was once again packed full of first-class entries, each one hoping to win one of our 17 coveted prizes.

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Mood, stress and wellbeing: How beauty can play into the ‘big bang’ in probiotics

05-May-2022 By Kacey Culliney

The probiotics category continues to soar, with e-commerce fiercely fuelling growth and presenting plentiful opportunities for cosmetics, particularly products targeting mood, stress and overall wellbeing, says Lumina Intelligence.

Menopause linked to excessive weight and higher risk of heart disease, study suggests

05-May-2022 By Liza Laws

Menopause leads to significant changes in women’s metabolism linked with excessive weight and a higher risk of heart disease, a study has found.

‘Punches above its weight’: Swisse optimistic of Sri Lanka entry success despite turmoil

27-Apr-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Swisse has recently entered the Sri Lankan market, highlighting that it is “a market that has always punched above its weight”, despite the country facing one of its worst economic and political crises.

Kerry’s new liquid BC30 to expand into plant-based milks and more

21-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With an ever-expanding portfolio, Kerry Taste & Nutrition is looking to expand its ingredients into new formats, with its new liquid BC30 probiotic giving opportunities in plant-based milks and liquid milk.

Women’s health company bolsters fat IP portfolio with new SAM-e formula

20-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

Bonafide, a company focused on healthcare products for women, has acquired the rights to an enhanced S-adenosylmethionine (SAM-e) formulation. The company said the acquisition means it now has more than 50 issued or pending patents that it owns or has...

Herbal blend may help manage menopause symptoms: RCT

18-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of four different herbal extracts may significantly reduce hot flashes and sweating, improve sleep, and boost mood in post-menopausal women, says a new study.

Therapeutic relief for BV on the horizon: study

15-Apr-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

A combination of antibiotics and therapeutic intervention can restore the natural balance of vaginal microbiome and prevent bacterial vaginosis (BV) linked to an increased risk of sexually transmitted diseases, HIV, and premature birth, according to US...

New market: Meiji enters Taiwan’s sports nutrition sector with flagship brand SAVAS

14-Apr-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Japanese firm Meiji has launched its sports nutrition brand SAVAS into Taiwan, targeting what it believes is a growing community of sports enthusiasts.

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Personalised probiotics: Thai academic unveils prototype for customised probiotics dispenser – LISTEN

12-Apr-2022 By Tingmin Koe

A Thai researcher has invented a personalised probiotics dispenser machine that supplies consumers with probiotics strains that they lack in their gut, using bioinformatics and artificial intelligence (AI).

Study: Increased protein leads to taller girls

07-Apr-2022 By Danielle Masterson

In addition to carbs and fats, protein is one of the three macronutrients required for optimal health. Protein aids with tissue growth and repair, supports immune health, and according to new research, may help some children grow taller.

Study reveals link between metabolic health and menopause

06-Apr-2022 By Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

Nutrition could be the key to restricting weight gain associated with menopause, a new study published as a pre-print in The Lancet has found.

Vitaminsights: Omnichannel retail – Exclusive In-depth analysis

Success in a post-pandemic world: Major retailers and brands on omni-channel success strategies

04-Apr-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Online purchase of dietary supplements flourished amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but how can brands find synergies and success in the ‘best-of-worlds’ digital and brick-and-mortar retail approach? We speak to a raft of experts to find out…

Nutraceutical brand lands stamp of approval from American Hair Loss Association

29-Mar-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Amid the heightened discussion surrounding alopecia, Advanced Trichology says it is the first consumer brand to get the green light from the hair loss group.

Australia updates requirements for products containing molluscs, vitamin B6 and artemisia

29-Mar-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

All newly listed supplements in Australia containing molluscs, vitamin B6, and artemisia will need to comply with new regulations immediately, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has announced.

Meta-analysis finds over 99% of athlete research methodology disregards female physiology

28-Mar-2022 By Danielle Masterson

A recent study examined trials conducted since 1975 and assessed whether supplements identified by experts as evidence-based products that increase performance for female athletes are actually supported by adequate methodological design.

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Tea made from range of leaves designed to soothe symptoms of menopause

21-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

The menopause affects all women differently and while some people want to take hormone replacement treatment (HRT) others may prefer a more herbal route.

Attitudes towards salt intake still an issue, survey reveals

14-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

Consumers are blaming food producers for their salt intake rather than taking responsibility themselves, the results of a survey suggest.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Arielle Levitan, MD & Romy Block, MD, co-founders of Vous Vitamin

09-Mar-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Vous Vitamin is a personalized vitamin company that uses an all-in-one multivitamin approach rather than packs. The company is led by two physicians who wanted to simplify the process for consumers by offering proprietary formulas tailored to individual...

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