Pre, pro & postbiotics

The aging microbiome and its connection to muscle loss

The aging microbiome and its connection to muscle loss

By Lauren Nicolle

As the global burden of sarcopenia grows, researchers are turning their attention to an emerging contributor: the gut microbiome, with a new review highlighting the connection between microbial composition, gut barrier integrity and age-related muscle...

UCSD launches first human milk analytics hub

UCSD launches first human milk analytics hub

By Stephen Daniells

The Human Milk Institute at UC San Diego has announced the first-of-its-kind analytical hub for human milk: The Milk Analytics Core, which aims to close critical knowledge gaps, investigate bioactive molecules in milk and inform ingredient innovation.

How A.I. is accelerating probiotic R&D processes

How A.I. is accelerating probiotic R&D processes

By Stephen Daniells

Machine learning and robotics could accelerate a two-year probiotic development process to four to five months, with a recent presentation at the IPA World Congress + Probiota highlighting the potential of this disruptive technology for strain optimization.

Elénzia launches NPD targeting gut barrier mucosal support

Elénzia launches NPD targeting gut barrier mucosal support

By Louisa Richards

Elénzia FIX is a gut health supplement marketed as “targeted mucosal support” to repair and protect the gut barrier, reflecting a growing interest in gut barrier integrity and postbiotics as alternatives to probiotics.

The IPA World Congress + Probiota: One week to go!

The IPA World Congress + Probiota: One week to go!

The highlight of the microbiome health industry calendar, this year’s Probiota conference (Feb. 11-13) will provide its unrivalled mix of world-leading expert presentations, inspiring roundtables, innovative pioneers and unmissable networking opportunities.

Longevity ingredients under the EU regulatory spotlight

Longevity ingredients under the EU regulatory spotlight

By Nikki Hancocks

When a health trend takes off, the nimble nutrition industry is adept at creating and marketing new products that fit consumers’ emerging demands. But with this can come a tendency to overlook the regulatory status of burgeoning ingredients. 

NI Awards: Encouraging businesses to reach new heights

NI Awards: Encouraging businesses to reach new heights

By Nikki Hancocks

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.