Fibers & carbohydrates

Why General Mills is cheering on the GLP-1 boom

Why General Mills is cheering on the GLP-1 boom

By Gill Hyslop

Weight-loss drugs threaten to cut calorie consumption, but General Mills sees opportunity in a leaner consumer, betting big on protein, fiber and smarter supply chains

Palatinose enhances response of gut hormones GLP-1 and PYY

Palatinose enhances response of gut hormones GLP-1 and PYY

By Stephen Daniells

Formulating beverages with Beneo’s Palatinose (isomaltulose) may significantly increase levels of key hunger hormones, such as GLP-1 and PYY, in people with Metabolic Syndrome, says a new study from an international team of researchers.

Is fiber the new protein?

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Is fiber the new protein?

By Deniz Ataman

While no one is eschewing protein’s role in a balanced diet, innovations in dietary fiber are helping boost nutrient density - as both macronutrients continue to trend

ButyraGen shows GI benefits in post-menopausal women: Study

ButyraGen shows GI benefits in post-menopausal women: Study

By Olivia Haslam

Supplementation with a direct butyrate generator from NutriScience Innovations could rapidly improve gastrointestinal health in women and those with upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, says a new study.

Zoe founder says ASA ruling is ‘entirely baffling’

Zoe founder says ASA ruling is ‘entirely baffling’

By Olivia Haslam

Professor Tim Spector, co-founder of nutrition tech company Zoe, has responded to a recent decision by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), which stated that one of Zoe’s ads could misleadingly suggest that its Daily 30+ supplement is not an...

Akkermansia-fermented chicory extract shows anti-obesity benefits

Akkermansia-fermented chicory extract shows anti-obesity benefits

By Stephen Daniells

A ‘phyto-postbiotic’ derived from fermenting chicory root extract with Akkermansia muciniphila may offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits—and could hold promise in the fight against obesity, says a new study from France.

One day to go! NutraIngredients-USA Awards deadline tomorrow!

One day to go! NutraIngredients-USA Awards deadline tomorrow!

By Stephen Daniells

The clock is ticking! We are into the final 24 hours to submit entries for the 2025 NutraIngredients-USA Awards. Don’t miss your chance to shine in “the industry’s most coveted awards – similar to the Oscars!”

Nexira joins the GLP-1 journey

Nexira joins the GLP-1 journey

By Lauren Nicolle

French ingredient supplier Nexira has entered the GLP-1 space with a new range designed to support all GLP-1-related needs, from appetite control to microbiome modulation.