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Omega-3s & nutritional oils
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.
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.
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.
Blood spot analysis reveals widespread global omega-3 deficiencies
A large-scale analysis of dried blood spot (DBS) samples has found that omega-3 levels remain low and omega-6:omega-3 ratios are too high across nearly all global regions.
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.
Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2026: SF 49ers, Herbalife and Front Row headline speaker list
With expert speakers confirmed from iHerb, SPINS, Herbalife, the San Francisco 49ers, AHPA, CPG Radar, Front Row, Gifted Wellness, High Performance Nutrition, the University of Arkansas and more, the upcoming Sports & Active Nutrition Summit is not to be...
Superpower launches health platform priced like streaming service
Digital health platform Superpower recently launched an annual membership for $199, aiming to democratize access to the growing market for personalized nutrition.
Gencor’s PEA may modulate microbiome activity and metabolic pathways: RCT
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) supplementation may regulate specific microbiome activity, support a balanced inflammatory response and aid in maintaining healthy triglyceride levels, says a new study with Gencor’s Levagen+ ingredient.
ANH petitions FDA to roll back suppression of 118 nutrient-disease health claims
The Alliance for Natural Health USA (ANH) has filed a petition with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to allow 118 ‘government-backed’ disease risk reduction health claims.
Nutra Healthspan Summit: Early bird delegate rate expiring soon!
The discounted early bird delegate registration for our Nutra Healthspan Summit will expire on Sept. 10, 2025.
The Vitamin Shoppe embraces fibermaxxing as trend grows
Fibermaxxing is having more than just a moment.
Calling all Sports & Active Nutrition start-ups!
NutraIngredients is inviting early-stage active lifestyle brands to enter its “Start-up Stars” competition, which will spotlight three pioneering entrepreneurs at the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2026.
Across the Nutraverse: EU boost for Calanus oil, pro golfer’s creatine ‘episode’, TGA goes after vitamin D products for bone health
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Trade associations call on IRS to change tax code to align HSA/FSA with MAHA
Five trade associations for dietary supplements have written to the commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service to request changes to the tax code to permit the purchase of dietary supplements using Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending...
What makes a brand successful in the beauty-from-within space?
Consumers are sharpening their standards, and as they learn scientific jargon, brands must step up their game, says a beauty data analyst.
EU increases higher daily intake limits for Zooca Calanus Oil
The European Commission has approved changes to the daily intake limits and labelling rules for Zooca Calanus Oil under the EU’s Novel Food regulation.
AI clampdown on ‘faux-zempic’ claims: Do more rulings lead to better compliance?
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has turned up the heat on unauthorized health claims, using its AI monitoring tool, but will the sheer number of rulings dilute their impact, or will they help change marketing behaviour?
Tariffs: Supplement industry responds to new EU-US trade deal
Following months of apprehension, US president Donald Trump and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen finally struck a trade deal which will see EU goods incur a 15% tariff in the US. But what does this mean for the European dietary...
Omega-3s show promise for post-menopausal muscle health
DHA-rich omega-3 supplementation coupled with resistance training could help improve muscle strength, reduce inflammation and improve cholesterol in postmenopausal women, according to a new study.
NutraCast: Ritual’s defining prenatal health research
Although a large majority of pregnant women in the United States use prenatal vitamins, not all are created equal—and most have not been studied in their final, finished form. In fact, women of ‘childbearing potential’ were banned from U.S. clinical...
Sphingolipid-rich supplement may ameliorate age-related metabolic dysfunction: Study
Whey-based concentrates rich in milk fat globule membranes (MFGMs) and extracellular vesicles (EVs) may reduce biomarkers predictive of cardiovascular risk and lipid-lowering effects, according to a study published in Nutrients.
Study suggests supplements halve deficiencies in older malnourished populations
Consuming ready-made liquid supplements may help older adults overcome most nutrient inadequacies without significantly reducing regular dietary intake.
6 reasons to attend the Nutra Healthspan Summit
The Nutra Healthspan Summit is just under four 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…
Study highlights high incidence of ‘growing pains’ in young athletes
Idiopathic musculoskeletal pain may occur in up to nearly 94% of children and adolescents in sports academies and clubs, highlighting the need for early nutrition intervention.
‘Exciting findings’: Krill oil supplements may preserve muscle strength and mass during weight loss
Adding krill oil supplements to an alternate-day fasting diet may help preserve muscle mass and muscle strength in overweight but healthy adults.
Personalized nutrition reaches ‘zone of innovation’ in Europe: Time to coax the cautious consumers
Global data reveals a shift toward individualized wellness, but with European consumers more cautious to adopt new technologies, there are steps the industry can take to encourage engagement.
Omega-3s and probiotics show synergistic effects on swimming performance
Swimmers’ performance could benefit from a synergistic blend of specific probiotics and omega-3s, new research conducted in professional athletes finds.
Linoleic acid unlikely seed oil ‘bad guy’: Study
Omega-6 linoleic acid is more likely to be anti-inflammatory, and efforts to limit its consumption are not warranted, says a new study published in Nutrients.
Beyond energy: Why ubiquinol is gaining ground in women’s health formulations
Coenzyme Q10 has rapidly become a highly sought after supplement due to its large range of potential benefits, from heart and brain health to energy production and exercise recovery. But could it also support women’s health issues, like endometriosis,...
NutraCast: How Zest is making cognitive health assessments more accessible
London-based Zest is offering a Precision Memory Assessment (PREMAZ) test, which aims to detect subtle cognitive changes that may occur decades before dementia symptoms arise.
Supplementing fish or algal DHA may achieve optimal levels within eight weeks: Study
A new study in physically trained adults showed that consistently supplementing with algal or fish-derived microencapsulated DHA, equivalent to two to three servings of fatty fish per week, effectively increased the omega-3 index to near-optimal levels...
Top 5 anti-ageing ingredients consumers are seeking
Anti-ageing ingredients are the latest trend to catch consumer attention. We take a look at the top five
NIH study pours cold water on taurine for longevity
Circulating levels of the amino acid taurine are unlikely to be a good biomarker for aging, says a new study published in Science.
‘A shift the entire sector has been waiting for’: The Good Pill Co launches supplement certification program
Sweden-based company The Good Pill Co is launching a global supplement certification program to empower consumers and bring transparency, safety and consistency across the industry.
Entrepreneurs aim to raise bioavailability bar with liposomal sidekick
Two-year-young start-up Extracted will look to close the bioavailability gap with an adjunct liposomal drink to improve absorption of all supplements.
The Vitamin Shoppe 2025 Health & Wellness Trends: Proven efficacy meets modern lifestyle
This year’s health and wellness trends reflect a consumer evolution away from influencer-driven fads toward science-backed, lifestyle-focused wellness, signaling a deeper convergence of innovation and shifting priorities, according to The Vitamin Shoppe.
What’s new in product development: Vitafoods edition
New product launches on show at Vitafoods in Barcelona honed in on key trends across a variety of formats
Active nutrition from zoomers to boomers: How Holland & Barrett combines science with strategy
The active nutrition market now spans all generations, creating new opportunities to reposition ingredients once targeted at athletes to meet a broader range of needs by aligning with generational demands.
Vitafoods Europe 2025
Thai Union debuts marine collagen, pours US$30m in new processing factory
The ingredients arm of Thai Union has launched its first marine collagen derived from tuna skin and has invested US$30m into building a processing factory specially dedicated to producing marine collagen ingredients.
Online ‘super spreaders’ push nutrition misinformation to millions: Researchers call industry to action
A newly published report has warned of the growing health risks posed by nutrition misinformation ‘super spreaders’ and outlined steps to promote more ethical, evidence-based communication.
Vitamin D3 linked to younger biological age, but not omega-3: Study
Supplementation with vitamin D3 may help slow the shortening of telomeres, a marker of biological age, and could reduce aging by three years, according to data from the VITamin D and OmegA-3 TriaL (VITAL) trial.
Microphyt’s BrainPhyt may improve cognitive function in older adults
Supplementation with a microalgae extract may improve cognitive function and perceived stress and mood state, according to new research.
Fish oil may buffer offspring brain changes caused by maternal high-fat diet
Fish oil supplementation in rats diminished the detrimental effects of a maternal high-fat diet (HFD) on the offspring’s brain, according to a new study.
Across the Nutraverse: US-China tariffs pause, novel Clostridium probiotic, Blackmores’ Q1, Nutra Healthspan Summit
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Announcing the Nutra Healthspan Summit: Where science drives strategy for a longer, healthier life
NutraIngredients is proud to announce a new event that will bridge the science and business of nutritional interventions for boosting healthspan and improving cellular aging: Save the date for the Nutra Healthspan Summit!
Olive leaf extract shows promise in lowering blood pressure
A one-gram daily dose of olive leaf extract may reduce systolic blood pressure by 11.45 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure by 4.65 mmHg, according to a new study published in Phytotherapy Research.