Botanicals

Cellular fat burning: Study shows potential of Coleus forskohlii

Coleus forskohlii extract may provide a safe and effective alternative to synthetic anti-obesity drugs, according to a new clinical trial.

6 reasons to attend the Nutra Healthspan Summit 2026

The Nutra Healthspan Summit is just over two months away! Bridging cutting-edge science and business strategy to extend healthspan through nutrition and supplements, the Nutra Healthspan Summit is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…

Combination supplement shows promise for obesity, but individual roles unclear

A supplement containing berberine, white mulberry leaf extract, and chromium picolinate significantly improves insulin sensitivity and body composition markers in adults with obesity, according to a randomized controlled trial published in Nutrients.

Salidroside-malic acid combination may improve stress and anxiety: RCT

Daily supplementation with a combination of salidroside and L-malic acid may offer ‘clinically meaningful’ improvements in perceived stress and anxiety, says a new study.

Top reasons to attend NutraIngredients’ Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe 2026

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe 2026 will take place in London on Monday November 9, 2026, delivering its definitive mix of cutting edges scientific insights, essential business strategy tips and unmissable market intelligence.  

Substantial gaps in mushroom trials impact efficacy of product innovations, experts argue

Human clinical research involving medicinal mushrooms is growing fast but significant gaps in crucial detail make it extremely challenging to translate the science into real world interventions, according to a new scientific review.

August NPD Launchpad: Higher dose creatine, niche target markets, protein and healthspan in focus

This month’s new product launches highlight the drive to deliver cognitive health focused creatine solutions, an unabating interest in protein innovation and an overarching focus on healthspan support.

Study suggests multi-component blend as monacolin alternative amid impending EU ban

Adults with low to moderate cardiovascular risk who took a monacolin-free combination nutraceutical for 12 weeks improved their lipid profiles, homocysteine levels and metabolic syndrome status, according to a new study published in Nutrients.

Creatonics targets female-focused longevity with day and night creatine blends

Co-founded by an Olympic gold medalist and biomedical researcher, Creatonics launched this month with a female focused day and night creatine bundle aiming to provide 24-hour support for women in midlife and beyond.

New sleep brand bets on underserved night shift workers

UK-based start-up Noctiva Health is making its debut with a new sleep supplement targeted at night shift workers.

EU Novel Food Catalog update on Echinacea exposes lack of clarity

The EU has confirmed that traditional Echinacea roots, herbs and teas are non-novel, but uncertainty remains around flowers, whole-plant preparations and the species Echinacea pallida.

NI+Targeted health support drives new era in children’s supplements

Children’s supplements have transcended the traditional multivitamin tablet, with brands now offering a range of formats to target specific health needs rather than general wellness.

ASA ruling on blurred reviews reveals strict criteria on claims

A new ruling from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) over The Turmeric Co.’s use of blurred customer testimonials reinforces the agency’s strict stance on disease claims, reminding the industry that even implied treatment claims are off-limits.

Startup Spotlight

NI+Yutrients converts supplement stackers with ‘limitless’ tailored blends

UK startup Yutrients is looking to ‘redefine’ personalized nutrition be creating customized powder blends designed to be as unique as the customer’s fingerprint.

NI+EU packaging and recycling rules now in force: Timeline for obligations

The EU regulation on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR) came into force on Aug. 12, introducing immediate and upcoming obligations that redefine how packaging must be designed, used, recycled and reduced across all EU countries.

Growth Asia Summit 2026

Swisse lists hormonal health, perimenopause as women’s health priority areas

Women’s health is today a key priority category for Swisse, with hormonal health and perimenopause support being crucial areas where innovation opportunities lie.

Microalga extract shows promise for fatigue through mitochondrial function

Freshwater microalga extract shows anti-fatigue effects by boosting antioxidant defences and mitochondrial function in new animal research published in Frontiers in Nutrition. 

NI+Are GLP-1s driving demand for hair growth supplements?

Hair growth supplements are one of the fastest growing categories in the beauty-from-within market, a trend increasingly linked to the rise of GLP-1 drugs.

Study reveals poor knowledge of drug-supplement interactions among health practitioners

Healthcare professionals in Portugal may be ill-equipped to identify potential drug-supplement interactions, according to new findings, with researchers calling for better training and clearer clinical protocols.

Role models rebranded: AG1 kicks off first football collaboration

AG1 has partnered Swansea City AFC marking the brand’s first football collaboration in what it hopes will be the start of a “new trend where wellness brands sit front-and-center on sports jerseys”.

Polish research suggests ‘aggressive advertising’ deepens supplement confusion

A new study from the National Research Institute in Poland argues consumer education campaigns are needed to combat the widespread belief promoted by ‘aggressive advertising’ that dietary supplements have therapeutic effects.

Proprietary turmeric extract improves orientation and attention scores in 24-week cognitive trial

A dual-extracted Curcuma longa extract (CLE) focusing on active sesquiterpenoids rather than curcuminoids showed promising results on cognitive scores in a new study published in Frontiers in Nutrition.

NI+Amazon Spain blocks listings and suspends accounts in packaging compliance crackdown

Amazon Spain has triggered immediate blocks on listings and suspended accounts as it cracks down on producer responsibility compliance.

Hop extract study moves beyond appetite to body composition

A hop-derived nutraceutical may help adults with overweight lose body fat while maintaining muscle mass, according to a 24-week randomized controlled trial that researchers say expands the evidence supporting non-prescription weight-management ingredients.

NI+Building consumer trust: Ten Percent Club bets on athlete advocacy and product certification

In just three years of trading, the Ten Percent Club has grown into a sports nutrition brand trusted by thousands of athletes worldwide. Now, as it prepares for a Series A funding round, founder Luke O’Reilly is focused on scaling the business through...

Sports nutrition experts discuss ‘more is better’ mindset following life-threatening overdose report

The sports nutrition industry has a responsibility to tackle the ‘more is better’ mindset through appropriate limits and warnings, experts warn, following a life-threatening case of supplement stacking and over-consumption.

NI+Safety in question: What is the future of berberine?

Earlier this year, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) concluded that no safe intake level of berberine could be established, triggering a consultation to determine its regulatory status. Now, there is concern that this could lead to tighter...

Beetroot juice: New study details muscle performance benefits

Preliminary findings from a small-scale study highlighted beetroot juice’s potential to improve low- and moderate-velocity muscle contractions.

Nutra Healthspan Summit: First speakers announced!

The Nutra Healthspan Summit will land in London once again this November, bringing together leading academics, innovators, analysts and practitioners in the longevity space.

July NPD Launchpad: Mind and body performance, gut loving extensions, and accessible protein

July’s NPD launches include extensions to gut loving line-ups, creatine and carbs to support the mind and muscles, a fresh partnership offering from Vimto and Myprotein.

Valerie founders put business up for sale in attempt to save promising women’s health brand

UK-based women’s health brand Valerie is on the hunt for a new buyer after struggling to raise the capital needed for the brand’s next stage of growth.

AG1 study finds greens powder increases circulation of multiple micronutrients

A study from AG1 researchers suggests its greens powder leads to measurable increases in circulating micronutrients, filling a significant gap in evidence to support complex multi-ingredient formulations.

dsm-firmenich partners Nous to launch Koncentra across the global energy, focus and mood market

dsm-firmenich has partnered Italian foodtech startup Nous to bring its novel botanical complex, Koncentra, to the fast-expanding energy, focus and mood support market.

NI+Mathematician aims to solve longevity supplement equation with potency plus science, minus the fillers

Lithuania-based startup Sooo.me is looking to carve out a niche in the booming longevity market with what it describes as “pharma-grade” supplements featuring standardized, batch-tested, high-potency extracts.

Creatine, GLP-1s, gut health and sleep: How storytelling opens new opportunities in sports nutrition

As the lines blur between sports nutrition and wellness, demand for traditional performance ingredients is booming. But sports nutrition brands are increasingly challenged by niche specialists that excel at emotive storytelling and lifestyle positioning.

NI+Mid-year 2026: Regulatory updates from Europe’s supplement industry

A series of major regulatory developments has reshaped Europe’s supplement sector in 2026, from landmark safety consultations and new packaging legislation to key decisions affecting health claims and novel foods.

Quince extract may support brain health through the gut–brain axis

Hydroethanolic extract of quince (HECO) may improve depression-like symptoms by reducing neuroinflammation and regulating the gut–brain axis, according to a new animal study.

UK’s Novel Foods Experts Network expands across Europe

The UK’s Novel Foods Experts Network (NFX UK) has secured $650,000 to strengthen its innovation ecosystem and expand its support across Europe.

Tart cherry and exercise: Study sheds light on mechanisms of action

Supplementing with tart cherry juice for seven days increased contractile and structural proteins in the muscles of healthy adults performing eccentric exercise, according to a new study.

NI+Ashwagandha armed with critical safety data as industry anticipates Europe-wide assessment

The ashwagandha sector has built a substantial body of clinical evidence that could prove pivotal if European regulators launch a safety review of the herb, experts agreed in a meeting held at the European Parliament this week.

NI+Five-year waits and rising costs: Is Europe’s Novel Food system holding innovation back?

Lengthy timelines, rising evidence requirements and regulatory uncertainty could be undermining Europe’s competitiveness in food innovation.

Nexira goes straight to the source with acquisition of carob specialist Keragum

French botanical ingredient supplier Nexira has acquired Moroccan carob specialist Keragum in a move to strengthen supply chain control and improve traceability amid increasing demand for natural, clean-label ingredients.

NI+Supplement industry pushes for flexibility ahead of new EU regulations

The European supplement industry is entering a period of regulatory change, with new requirements set to influence the sector’s future direction.

Probiotic–phytonutrient blends may improve gut function

Probiotic–phytonutrient blends containing Lacticaseibacillus and Bifidobacterium strains plus citrus bioflavonoids and dandelion root extract could improve bowl function and gut health, according to a new study.

AI entrepreneurs turn industry waste into tomorrow’s breakthrough ingredients

An Israeli health-tech startup is uniting the industry to uncover functional ingredients from waste streams, with two bioactives revealed as potential disruptors in the booming GLP-1 arena.

Growing nutrition trends prompt I.T.S to launch health and wellness division

Independent flavor house I.T.S has launched a dedicated Health and Wellness division in response to growing demand for nutrition-focused products.

Sensory receptor study: Green tea elevates glucose tolerance and GLP-1 through taste receptors

A new study showed that green tea’s primary flavanol, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), acts as a ‘metabolic trigger’ via sensory receptors—indicating that systemic absorption isn’t required to unlock its health benefits.

Natural Foundation Supplements tackles trust gap through batch-by-batch verification

With concerns around supplement quality and label accuracy continuing to challenge the sector, UK-based NF Supplements is betting on batch-by-batch third-party testing and radical transparency as a way to stand out in an increasingly crowded market.

Researchers uncover impacts of UPF intake on the microbiome

Higher consumption of ultra-processed food (UPF) correlates with poorer diet quality, higher sugar intake, lower mycobiome richness, and potentially altered cardiometabolic function, according to newly presented data.

Save the date! Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe returns for 2026

NutraIngredients’ Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe (SANSE) will return for 2026, with this year’s iteration taking place in London on November. 9, 2026.