Women's health

Immunity, analytical advances, and sleep: Themes and first speakers announced for IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas

23-Feb-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Delegate registration is now open for the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas in Washington DC, with speakers already for a blockbuster opening session on microbiome modulation to boost immunity and improve COVID outcomes.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Pam Cebulski of Pantheryx

16-Feb-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Pam Cebulski, senior vice president of marketing and general manager of consumer brands at Pantheryx, has over two decades of experience leading and commercializing global healthcare brands from consumer goods to pharmaceuticals to medical devices.

Vitamin B6 supplements may improve mood in college-aged women: Study

10-Feb-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of vitamin B6 may reduce depression symptoms in young women using oral contraceptives, suggests a small study from Arizona State University.

Sweeteners consumed during pregnancy may affect baby’s microbiome

03-Feb-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The new research underscores the importance of maternal nutrition during pregnancy.

Vitamin Angels bridges nutritional divide

01-Feb-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Following a successful 2021, the nonprofit hopes to continue to expand their reach with the help of donors and partners.

Increased focus on nutrition among shoppers offer golden opportunity for food brands, claims Birds Eye

13-Jan-2022 By Oliver Morrison

A new report from Birds Eye outlines the efforts it has made to improve the nutritional health credentials of its products.

Spoon Guru launches AI-powered healthy eating platform

13-Jan-2022 By Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

UK food tech start-up Spoon Guru continues its efforts into tailored nutrition as the firm joins forces with retailer Schnuck Markets, to create a healthy eating platform.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Elizabeth Rice, ND, Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine

12-Jan-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Elizabeth Rice, ND, is an Associate Professor and Department Chair of Homeopathy and Pharmacology at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. Rice has completed two residencies, one in general medicine, and a second year in homeopathy. She has...

Livestreaming, TV, pharmacies: Nutrition brands’ sales channel strategies for 2022

10-Jan-2022 By Guan Yu Lim, Tingmin Koe

With the proliferation of communication tools, brands these days can look to various tools in promoting and selling their products.

Getting the science right for women in sports nutrition

05-Jan-2022 By Hank Schultz

There is still a dearth of nutrition science specific to the needs of female athletes and active nutrition consumers, but the picture is slowly improving, said one of the pioneers in the field.

NIU’s predictions: The categories, ingredients, & industry issues to watch in 2022

05-Jan-2022 By By Stephen Daniells and Hank Schultz

The year is new, and a lot of people are getting out their crystal balls. NutraIngredients-USA is no exception, and here are our issues and topics to watch in the dietary supplements space in 2022.

‘Unambiguous nutritional benefits’: Annatto tocotrienol positively affects multiple biochemicals in the human body, says study

04-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with vitamin E tocotrienols from annatto led to significant changes in over 100 biochemicals linked to inflammation and oxidative stress, says a new study with post-menopausal women.

Strawberry powder boosted bone health marker in postmenopausal women

16-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

An analysis of earlier data suggests that strawberry consumption improved a marker associated with bone health in a group of postmenopausal women with signs of hypertension.

Super Bowl winner headlines program at Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022

14-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022 returns in February as an in-person event. Located in sunny San Diego, the meeting will feature cutting-edge content from subject matter experts that will help companies succeed in this market sector that...

Lumina details post-COVID new normal for US online probiotics market

14-Dec-2021 By Shane Starling

The US online probiotic supplements market grew 30% to $580 million in 2020 as COVID-19 drove people to that sales platform and toward immunity-focused self-care, according to a just-released Lumina Intelligence report.

NuSkin turning to affiliate model to regain sales momentum

06-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

NuSkin Enterprises is among the latest multi level marketing companies transitioning to a hybrid model that includes affiliate marketers, the company announced recently.

Stephan Dolezalek, Wheatsheaf Group - Buying into Nuritas' health, nutrition and sustainability vision

02-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

The news that Nuritas has raised €40m ($45m) in funding brings into focus industry’s drive to not only add greater benefits to already functional foods but also achieve this in an environmentally friendly manner.

Battling iron deficiency: Researchers underline ‘convenient and cost-effective’ benefits of supplementation beyond anaemia

01-Dec-2021 By Gary Scattergood

Researchers in Australia have underlined the benefits of iron supplementation beyond anaemia, stressing that inadequate levels can also lead to feeling tired, weak and irritable, along with restless legs syndrome and fibromyalgia.

Cranberries may be more effective than antibiotics at tackling URIs, study says

29-Nov-2021 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Daily consumption of cranberry extract can significantly reduce the frequency of recurrent urinary tract infections (R-UTIs) without the adverse effects endured after treatment with antibiotics, according to a recent study.

Research: Trace minerals could predict fertility treatment success

29-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Trace mineral concentrations are related to ovarian egg quality and growth and affect outcomes for women undergoing assisted reproductive interventions, according to a new study.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Beth Lambert CEO, Herbalist & Alchemist

24-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Prior to her professional reinvention, Elizabeth Lambert had a successful career making money for high profile clients.

Sugar-free vitamin/hydration maker signs deal with Whole Foods

24-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

A startup with a mission to get the sugar out of multivitamins has managed to attract the attention of Whole Foods Markets, signing a new distribution deal.

Big opportunities in merging nutra and pharma

23-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumer trends, technological advancements and business strategies are causing the pharma and nutra markets to merge and this opens opportunities for the players in both industries to cater to consumers looking for the ultimate wellness solutions.

Put your start-up centre stage at our Probiota Pioneers hub

Probiota Pioneers: Calling all probiotic, prebiotics, and microbiome start-ups!

16-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota community and present their company in Copenhagen.

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.

Nearly half of UK adults unaware of gov’s winter vit D guidelines, BNF survey finds

08-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

A British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) survey reveals that nearly half (49%) of UK adults are unaware of Government’s advice recommending vitamin D supplementation during autumn and winter.

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.

Imperial College London creates microbiome test and Industry Club

02-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

Imperial College London is stepping up its microbiome R&D with the introduction of a device that can detect vaginal microbiome changes during pregnancy and the creation of an initiative designed to attract investment.

Holland & Barrett joins national pledge to support women in menopause

29-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Leading health and wellness retailer Holland & Barrett has joined a UK-based initiative called GenM, showing its promise to improve awareness and provisions for perimenopausal and menopausal women.

Ashwagandha root extract shows efficacy for menopausal symptoms

27-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with the branded ashwagandha root extract KSM-66 may improve psychological, somato-vegetative and urogenital symptoms in perimenopausal women, as well as boosting quality of life, says a new study.

October Launch Pad

21-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

This month has a variety of offerings for all ages, from probiotics for the tiniest guts to a formulation for menopausal support.

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.

Where are the women in sports nutrition research?

14-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Female athletes have been ignored to a shocking degree when it comes to sports nutrition studies and it is time for new guidelines to assist researchers to fill this worrying gap, according to an expert in the field.

Ginseng linked to improved bone health in postmenopausal women

04-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

In a recent randomised clinical trial, intake of 3g of ginseng extract per day over 12 weeks improved bone metabolism and arthritis symptoms in postmenopausal women with osteopenia.

NutraCast: “biological age” vs. chronological age

01-Oct-2021 By Danielle Masterson

We all know our age. But how old does our body think it is? One test looks at “biological age” vs. chronological age and Terrain Health is just one of a dozen approved companies in the nation offering a biomarker-based evaluation called Agebio, a test...

Brexit catches out UK-based supplement firms with updated ad Code

28-Sep-2021 By Will Chu

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has called to account two UK-based supplement firms that have fallen foul of new Code rules, updated to reflect the country’s exit from the European Union in December 2020.

New product launches: Mind health and plants in the spotlight

24-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New product launches from the last month include a perimenopause focused supplement and digital support solution, a herbal range for sleep and mind focused products, and a plant-based ready-to-drink protein shake.

Study: Probiotics reduce yeast infection in pregnant women

13-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

New data suggests lactobacilli probiotics are beneficial for pregnant women, especially in reducing vulvovaginal symptoms and recurrences of vaginal candidiasis.

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.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Allison Ellsworth, Chief Brand Officer, Poppi

08-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

From Allison Ellsworth’s home kitchen to the hands of J. Lo, Poppi is disrupting the multi-billion-dollar soda category.

Mild iodine deficiency impacts female fertility, study finds

07-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A significant decrease in fecundity was observed in participants with iodine deficiency than those with iodine sufficiency, according to a new retrospective study.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Crystal Cormier, VP Operations of Nature’s Crops

18-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Crystal Cormier has been with Nature’s Crops for over a decade, starting out as an executive assistant. Her role involved running the office, admin work, payroll, shipping/logistics, and assisting the GM. Today Cormier is VP of operations.

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.

Fenugreek boosts libido and reduces irritability in healthy women, research finds

06-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

An organic fenugreek extract has been found to create 'hormonal balance', improve libido and reduce irritability among healthy women.

Females in focus: The vaginal microbiome

05-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

As women’s health becomes less taboo, we’re still playing catch up on research and development.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Nicole Brown, Chief Innovation Officer of Open Book Extracts

04-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

From a marketing executive in the consumer and lifestyle space to technology and now CBD, Nicole Brown, Chief Innovation Officer of Open Book Extracts, says she became interested in the science behind cannabinoids. Her fascination ultimately led her to...

ANSES presses Commission for more inclusive nanomaterial definition

04-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

The French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) has urged the European Commission not to exclude certain nanomaterials as part of plans to better define the material.

'State of Menopause' Study reveals what women in 2021 are experiencing

26-Jul-2021 By Danielle Masterson

After a steady decline of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRTs) in recent generations, more women are choosing naturally derived treatment options.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Female wellness startup her1 closes €5.5m funding for European expansion

26-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Four-year-young Berlin-based startup her1 has just closed a Series A investment of €5.5m, bringing it closer to its ambition of becoming a leading digital health company devoted to female wellbeing.

Adventa Bioscience launches Trulacta human-milk supplement

15-Jul-2021 By Jim Cornall

Adventa Bioscience, a company dedicated to improving adult human health, has announced the launch of Trulacta, the world's first and only supplement made entirely of human milk.