Botanicals

NI+Hormonal health supplement launches target women at every life stage

As the women’s supplement market continues to expand, hormonal health is emerging as a key area of innovation, with brands taking a closer look at formulations tailored to life stages.

NI+Catching up with women’s hormonal health supplements: A roundup of the latest science

From probiotics to NAD+ boosters, a growing number of supplement interventions are targeting women’s hormonal health, with clinical trials increasingly going beyond subjective self-reporting and towards objective hormonal measures.

NI+FSSAI enforces labeling rules for coffee, neem and other plant nutraceuticals

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is enforcing labeling requirements for nutraceuticals containing certain botanicals and plant parts, including coffee, neem and Coleus forskohlii, amid cases of non-compliance.

NI+Catching up with sleep health supplements: A roundup of the latest science

Sleep has moved from a lifestyle concern to a core measure of health, as inadequate sleep affects a substantial share of adults and often occurs alongside chronic stress, undermining health, well-being and performance across sleep-wake cycles and life...

Pomegranate extract shows promising results in facial pigmentation

Pomanox, Spanish botanical manufacturer Euromed’s standardized pomegranate extract, showed promising results for facial pigmentation, hydration and elasticity, according to a new study published in Nature.

Ashwagandha-Rhodiola combination may improve stress and sleep: RCT

A combination of extracts from ashwagandha and Rhodiola rosea may boost sleep quality and improve stress measures in healthy adults, says a new study from scientists at the University of South Carolina.

Mushroom blend shows promise for mind health in Gen Z women

A blend of Lion’s Mane and Reishi mushrooms may support mental well-being in young women, with research published in Frontiers in Nutrition finding greater improvements in anxiety scores than with Lion’s Mane alone.

What Health Canada’s resveratrol and beta-glucan updates mean for manufacturers

Before the revisions, companies using fermentation-derived bioactives could face additional requests for evidence about their ingredient sources or production methods, even when the intended use was already covered by Health Canada’s pre-cleared information.

NI+From stimulation to restoration: Sleep and recovery in cognitive wellness

Sleep is becoming a top health priority, serving as an active restorative process for the brain and nervous system and the foundation of cognitive performance, emotional balance and long-term health.

From soaring protein costs to GLP-1 disruption, SANSE explores trends redefining active nutrition

NutraIngredients’ Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe (SANSE) 2026 is set to bring together some of the industry’s most influential voices to examine the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of sports and active nutrition.

Brand new: Andrographis reformulation, PDRN innovation, biotics for eczema

See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including Australian brands recalling and reformulating their Andrographis products due to regulatory changes, and the use of PDRN in oral supplements and biotics for eczema.

Precision fermentation versus plant cell culture: Building resilience with green tech alternatives

From the warming climate and extreme weather to geopolitical tension and consumer expectations, the supplements industry is facing mounting pressure to decouple production from agriculture to build more sustainable supply chains.

NI+Metabolic health supplement launches target gut health, glucose control and satiety

As GLP-1 drugs reshape the weight-management landscape, supplement brands are rethinking their approach, broadening the conversation beyond weight loss to metabolic health, muscle preservation and overall wellness.

EU platform launched to accelerate novel food approvals

The Ministry of Future Affairs has launched a new platform to help companies navigate the EU’s novel food approval process and reduce delays, drawing on lessons from the UK’s regulatory sandbox for cultivated meat.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Keely Johnson, founder & principal of KLJ Consulting

Keely Johnson has built a career at the intersection of science, nutraceuticals and wellness, but she hasn’t always followed a conventional path.

SupplySide Global 2026: What’s happening on the show floor

From clear protein shakes to creatine gummies and free omega-3 testing, SupplySide Global exhibitors are giving attendees plenty to put on their show-floor itinerary.

WIN brings four ingredient suppliers under one sachet

The RISE + RESTORE project combines branded ingredients from TSI Group, Stratum Nutrition, Nuritas and AstaReal in daytime energy and nighttime wellness supplement concepts with samples set for SupplySide Global 2026.

NI+Plant cell players unite to position industry as essential green solution

Plant cell culture (PCC) is emerging as a promising solution to some of the supplement industry’s most pressing sourcing challenges, but realizing its commercial potential will require the sector to overcome significant hurdles related to scale,...

Sleep supplements falling short? Nourished goes beyond bedtime rituals with peptide gummy

As demand for sleep support continues to rise, nutrition brands like 3D-printed gummy brand Nourished are looking beyond traditional remedies to develop science-backed solutions that target sleep quality and overnight recovery. 

Dr. Vegan rebrands as DRV+ to broaden market appeal

After operating for six years as Dr. Vegan, the UK supplement brand, is undergoing a rebrand to better appeal to the masses.

NI+Brands begin andrographis recalls, product reformulation in Australia

Brands in Australia have begun voluntarily recalling listed medicines containing andrographis following a ban issued by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) last month over concerns that the herb may trigger anaphylactic reactions.

Across the Nutraverse: Dutch botanical restrictions, British supplement ads, precision fermentation, omega-3s move beyond fish oil, and HTBA buys Specnova

This week’s brief tracks news that highlights the stricter compliance requirements and stronger technology-based differentiation.

NI+Catching up with metabolic health supplements: A roundup of the latest science

Obesity’s global toll is straining public health, quality of life and health systems, while drawing greater attention to the interconnected risks that shape metabolic health.

Beetroot nitrates may attenuate caffeine-induced arterial stiffness

New research from Loughborough University showed that acute caffeine consumption increased arterial stiffness in adults. However, when caffeine was ingested simultaneously with a beetroot powder supplement, the changes were no longer significant.

Regulatory review: USFDA’s gummy study, Australia’s rules on andrographis and more

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (USFDA) assessment of gummy supplements production, Australia’s stricter rules on andrographis use and New Zealand’s upcoming revisions to its natural health products export policies are some of the latest updates...

NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026

Double champion: Phynova takes mulberry leaf extract beyond sugar control

A well-known benefit of mulberry leaf extract is blood glucose control, but Phynova Group, which won two awards in this year’s NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, is taking the ingredient to new heights through research that uncovers how insulin sensitivity...

AI’s booming, but execute it right to win – Agrifood experts

AI is rapidly transforming operations in the agrifood sector, allowing companies to identify innovative technologies quicker and enabling shorter product cycles, but whether AI is useful still boils down to meticulous planning and execution, say agrifood...

NI+EFSA sets out scientific priorities for food safety, innovation and AI

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published a roadmap for European food regulation over the next decade, outlining how food safety risk assessments should evolve in response to innovation, climate change and emerging technologies.

CoreFX launches Irish headquarters as gateway to European collaboration

US-based biotech firm CoreFX LLC has launched a new Irish headquarters within Teagasc Food Research Centre, Moorepark, as an innovation gateway to Europe.

Watchdog claims menopause supplements just ‘expensive multivitamins’, industry responds

A new analysis by consumer watchdog Which? has concluded that many menopause supplements are just “expensive multivitamins” with fairy dustings of active ingredients.

NI+Proposed Dutch supplement rule changes could force product reformulation

The Netherlands has proposed new restrictions on some plants and substances used in herbal preparations and food supplements, with the draft legislation open for consultation until Dec. 7, 2026.

NI+Thousands of supplement ads at risk of non-compliance, ASA investigation finds

Ads for wellness products and supplements often breach advertising regulations, according to a new, large-scale analysis by the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA).

BSRA calls on longevity industry to invest in aging research

Aging research has never been more relevant. Yet despite aging populations, stretched healthcare systems and booming commercial interest in longevity, fundamental questions about the biology of aging remain unanswered and research funding is scarce,...

NI+Botanical safety: Is Article 8 fit for purpose?

In the European Union, Article 8 procedures are used to evaluate, restrict and remove potentially unsafe ingredients from the supplement market, but its use in recent years has been the subject of controversy.

Study: App-based personalized dietary coaching effective for weight loss

A study comparing app-based, personalized, and general dietary coaching for weight reduction found that all interventions achieved clinically meaningful weight loss of at least 5% and improvements in blood lipid levels.

Nova Mentis launches precision fermentation Hydroxytyrosol for next-gen longevity formulations

Biotech innovator Nova Mentis has launched Polyphenol-HT1, a hydroxytyrosol ingredient produced through precision fermentation, for longevity-focused formulations.

Start-Up Stars opens entries for 2027 summit

Three emerging sports and active nutrition companies will earn the chance to pitch their businesses, build industry connections and take the stage at the 2027 summit.

NI+Botanical Safety Consortium: Tools needed to decode the ‘most creative synthetic factories’

Botanicals are complex mixtures of chemical compounds with potent pharmacological and toxicological properties. They have been used for centuries as both food and medicine for therapeutic benefits but can also present safety risks.

Nordic Rebalance turns consumer validation into B2B expansion

Postbiotic pioneer Nordic Rebalance is taking its oat-based gut health ingredient beyond borders with its first B2B partnership in Germany as it simultaneously launches a new consumer brand for its home market.

Targeted supplementation could deliver billions in societal savings, according to new research

A new analysis estimates that targeted supplementation with omega-3 EPA and DHA, phytosterols and beta-glucans could generate substantial societal cost savings by improving heart health among specific populations.

September NPD launchpad: Beauty, peptides, and convenient formats

Europe’s new product launches reveal trends for nutricosmetics, innovative peptides, and formats which improve consumer experience and encourage consistency.

Alice Mushrooms case tests limits of ingredient substantiation

A recent case decision offers a closer look at how the National Advertising Division (NAD) approaches ingredient-level research when companies make claims for multi-ingredient products, including when that evidence can be extrapolated to the finished...

Terry Lemerond: Tributes pour in for visionary innovator and tireless advocate for consumers and independent retailers

The dietary supplements and natural products industry has been paying tribute to the life and legacy of Terry Lemerond, founder of EuroPharma, who passed away unexpectedly on September 3, 2026.

Social media rife with misleading supplement marketing, researchers find

Misleading claims about food are widespread on social media, with supplements emerging as the most frequently identified theme, according to a new analysis conducted by Infoodmation.

From supplement sceptic to founder: Doctor turns IVF journey into fertility brand

A former doctor and medical writer has turned her own experience of infertility into a supplement brand that delivers adequately dosed, high quality ingredients for men and women on their IVF journey.

NI+Beets and hypertension: A world of disinformation

An increasingly common mainstream media narrative portrays beets as an effective approach to lowering high blood pressure, but this claim remains unsubstantiated and reflects a misguided understanding of the cardiovascular system and the role of nitric...

More than hormone mimicry: Boosting benefits of phytoestrogens in menopause

Phytoestrogens represent a promising, non-hormonal strategy for improving post-menopausal health, with mechanisms of action including microbiome modulation as well as antioxidant and epigenetic pathways, but personalized formulations are needed to...

How Ancient Nutrition is building regenerative supply from farm to shelf

After encountering hurdles around ingredient availability, pricing, processing and minimum order quantities, the company is working with Rodale Institute to support farmers deeper into its supply chain.

HI Korea 2026

Mibelle builds on continued popularity of beauty-from-within category in South Korea

Swiss ingredients supplier Mibelle Biochemistry believes its beauty-from-within portfolio can meet the continuous demand and evolving consumer needs for this category in South Korea.

The Better Menopause: Bringing scientific substantiation to the burgeoning menopause market

Two female entrepreneurs who entered the menopause wellness market before it became mainstream are investing in gold-standard science to differentiate their products in a surging market.