EFSA sets ‘conservative’ safe intake level for DHA
EFSA has published its scientific opinion on the safe level of supplemental docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) following concerns that sustained use could increase the risk of spontaneous bleeding.
Omega-3s & nutritional oils
Beyond basic biotics: Gut health ingredients set for success in 2026
Driven by growing consumer awareness and evolving scientific research, gut health innovation is accelerating, with new approaches and solutions reshaping how products support digestive well-being.
Higher blood omega-3 levels linked to lower risk of early-onset dementia
Increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids in the blood may significantly lower the risk of developing early-onset dementia (EOD), according to a new analysis.
NI Awards: Encouraging businesses to reach new heights
With entries for the NutraIngredients Awards 2026 closing on Jan. 26, last year’s winners have described the personal and professional benefits of winning an accolade designed to set businesses apart from the competition.
Celebrating innovation: 6 reasons to enter the NutraIngredients Awards 2026
Every year, NutraIngredients celebrates the best ingredient and finished product innovations, and spotlights the special projects and people changing the supplement industry for the better.
Biomarkers show omega-3s support lower atrial fibrillation risk
Higher circulating blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids are linked to a reduced risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AF).
Staying ahead in active nutrition: Lessons from 2025
You don’t need me to tell you that longevity, creatine or GLP-1 have been big news. So I’ve taken a different approach to this 2025 recap...
Fish oil oxidation: Experts debate the science and health impacts
Research shows that some fish oil supplements are oxidized, but is there any scientific evidence to support the perception that oxidized fish oil is less efficacious or even detrimental?
NutraIngredients Awards Europe 2026: Meet the judges
The NutraIngredients Awards have become known as the “Oscars of the nutrition world” largely thanks to the caliber of its panel of industry expert judges.
Zoe’s ‘breakthrough’ gut bug ranking research hailed a ‘health revolution’
New research from personalized nutrition platform Zoe claims to “advance the gut health field dramatically” by ranking more than 100 species of gut bacteria to help scientists track gut health “better than ever before.”
Guest article
Omega-3s: A year of ups and downs
The year 2025 in the omega-3 industry—as well as across most industries—was characterized by uncertainty on a global scale.
GC Rieber VivoMega launches algae concentrate containing EPA and DHA
GC Rieber VivoMega launched Algae 1060 TG Premium at the recent SupplySide Global event in Las Vegas to meet specific demands for algae oils that replicated fish oil composition.
‘Misleading and unethical’: Brands caught claiming to ‘treat’ neurodivergent traits
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) announced several rulings against supplement brands targeting Autistic consumers and those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Pharmalinea’s NutraLoop Summit reveals the trends to watch in 2026
2025’s supplement successes include creatine, cellular health and weight loss solutions with plant exosomes, pet nutrition and shatavari emerging as topics to watch in 2026, according to PharmaLinea’s end-of-year summit.
Holland & Barrett highlights global need for omega-3
More than three-quarters of the global population is not getting enough omega-3, according to a collaborative study sponsored by Holland & Barrett, with the retailer noting a lack of awareness around the nutrient’s brain health benefits.
Nutrikéo x ProtéinesXTC introduces crisis management service
The Nutrikéo x ProtéinesXTC consulting group has launched CriseNutra, a crisis prevention and management service to help industry players safeguard their long-term position and reputation in the market.
NutraIngredients Awards early bird discount closes this week!
With the early bird discount closing this Friday (Dec. 5), now is the opportune time to enter the NutraIngredients Awards 2026.
Explosive growth in brain boosting bioactives: Men’s mental health on the horizon
The mind health market is dominated by omega-3 and magnesium but its exceptional growth is driven by exploding interest in mushrooms and cellular health, according to new data from Euromonitor International.
dsm-firmenich on targeting select hallmarks of aging for measurable effects
The hallmarks of aging are all connected, but not all are amenable to dietary intervention. Ingredient giant dsm-firmenich is focusing on four specific hallmarks that can be targeted via supplementation.
NutraIngredients Awards 2026: Find your category!
The NutraIngredients Awards are back, with a mission to shine a spotlight on outstanding work in the nutraceuticals space, and there are a few important category edits and additions for 2026.
Special edition: Women’s health
Women’s health focused news updates include the latest research, NPD, market insights, regulatory restrictions and untapped opportunities.
Founder urges women’s health brands to lobby against red tape
The founder of premium women’s health supplement brand Lyma signaled an opportunity for UK brands to contest health claim restrictions during last week’s Nutra Healthspan Summit.
New lipid gets EFSA novel food approval, and it cuts cholesterol
Food and drink manufacturers now have a new lipid to add to their formulation toolbox – one that boasts health and sustainability credentials
‘Innovation in the omega space’: Building the science and awareness of omega-11
Consumer awareness around omega-3 is high, but a new player on the block—omega-11—is offering innovative solutions for a range of health end points, from skin and cardiovascular health to healthspan.
Proving prevention: Why aging research needs a united front
Establishing scientific evidence for anti-aging products is challenging, but real progress depends on collaboration between academia and industry, according to a leading aging researcher.
Across the Nutraverse: NHANES under threat, omega-3s for Edinburgh Rugby, weight loss claims on TikTok
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Majority of consumers think supplements can extend healthspan, what’s holding them back?
There is a clear appetite for longevity supporting solutions from consumers across the globe, but uptake of supplements is yet to make pace with awareness, so what is holding back potential shoppers?
Can omega-3s protect against deep vein thrombosis?
Increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids may slash the risk of venous thromboembolism, particularly deep vein thrombosis (DVT), says a new study.
Special edition: Mind health matters
With the brain clearly being front of mind for a wide demographic of consumers, supplement and functional food and drink developers are getting creative with cognitive support products.
Mind health methodologies: The science behind brain claims
With a rising number of supplements targeting various aspects of mind health, NutraIngredients dives into the science behind the products, discovering the tried and tested methodologies, some of the more innovative approaches and how tech is advancing...
Hallmarks of aging, ingredients, microbiome and skin: Nutra Healthspan Summit to explore the longevity opportunity
The inaugural Nutra Healthspan Summit will take place in London on Nov. 12 and 13, featuring a star-studded line-up of speakers who will cut through the hype to explore our current knowledge and understanding around aging and where nutritional approaches...
EO3 teams up with Edinburgh Rugby to tackle concussion through nutrition
Preliminary results show that a specific omega-3 blend reduces total concussions by 28% among professional rugby players in “a real-life setting”.
Across the Nutraverse: Lead in protein powders, herb extracts for healthspan, counterfeit responses
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
NutraIngredients reimagined: Relaunch provides global insights and region-specific coverage
We’re thrilled to share some important updates to NutraIngredients that will enhance how you engage with our content.
Study: Dual benefits of Zooca calanus oil on cardiac and metabolic health
Zooca’s omega-3 rich calanus oil supplementation in obese, pre-diabetic, women may improve cardiac health as well as metabolic health, according to new research.
Magnesium ranked favorite supplement among German consumers
Over three-quarters of German consumers use dietary supplements (DS), most of which are minerals, according to a new survey study published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Omega-11-rich fish oil may lower risk factors for cardiometabolic syndrome
Fish oils rich in omega-11 (cetoleic acid) may significantly reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels by around 50%, says a new rat study from Norway using Grøntvedt Biotech’s CETO3 herring oil.
Vitafoods Asia 2025
Brand exclusivity matters for new premium ingredient - Aker BioMarine on Xandro collab
Working with select brands exclusively is important for marketing new premium ingredients, says Aker BioMarine after embarking on an exclusive South East Asia (SEA) partnership with a Singapore firm for its new ingredient.
Micronutrient deficiencies: Europe’s invisible epidemic?
Dietary supplements are an overlooked solution when it comes to general population health, according to a new review, which found that micronutrient inadequacy is rampant across Europe.
Great Earth pioneers green innovation with fiber caps roll-out
Swedish supplements brand Great Earth has rolled-out fiber-based caps across its portfolio, reducing plastic content by 95% and contributing to Europe-wide targets.
Performance supplements research: Significant knowledge gaps for female athletes and certain sports
A review of research into the performance benefits of a range of sports supplements concludes that there is a significant underrepresentation of women.
Review supports omega-3 supplementation for cognitive health
Omega-3 supplementation showed improvements in Mini Mental State Examination scores among 26,881 participants aged 40 years or older, according to a review published in Nutrients.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Lisa Miller, Communications Director, Aker BioMarine
With over 25 years in public relations, Lisa Miller evolved from working as an agency publicist to founding her own firm and now serves as communications director at Aker BioMarine.
Probiotics plus omega-3s may boost muscle strength for swimmers: RCT
Combining probiotics, omega-3 fatty acids and ultra-short race-pace training may enhance explosive upper-body strength for elite sprint swimmers, compared to training alone, says a new study.
Is the gut-skin-brain axis the future of beauty innovation?
As the beauty-from-within trend gains scientific momentum, our special broadcast will explore this topic with experts in this field.