News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
Healthspan innovation means moving fast on trends without losing sight of solid nutrition science, according to Rachel Kreider, vice president of product innovation and science at GNC.
NutraIngredients is pleased to announce Microvitality, Totality Biosciences and Luvbiotics as the next Probiota Pioneers.
Six months of supplementation with a specific combination of amino acids, alpha-ketoglutarate, astaxanthin and vitamin C may reduce biological age by 1.4 years, says a new study published in npj Aging.
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.
Brands are recognizing diverse nutrition needs across women’s lifespans with new product launches.
Premium nutraceutical partner PharmaLinea has been acquired by ANJAC Health & Beauty, a French health and wellness CDMO aiming to bolster its global position in the nutraceutical market.
Retired Nestlé specialist Erik Konings explains how global collaboration through Codex, ISO, IDF, and SPIFAN is advancing validated testing methods to ensure safety and compliance in specialized nutrition
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including Life-Space’s plans in building its gut-axes portfolio, Dabur to pour up to US$56m in health, ayurveda business, and the launch of new creatine gummies brand FOULPLAY.
Daily supplementation with MitoPure urolithin A may help maintain immune function with age and protect against inflammaging, says data from a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Australia-based microbiome specialist Life-Space is planning to increase its offerings for gut-skin and gut-brain axes, as well as the gut-muscle and gut-bone axes as it dabbles into the healthy longevity space.
Plant formulas, hydration, cognitive health and clean ingredients are the key market trends under the spotlight for the R&D team at award-winning sports nutrition firm ESN.
Haleon, the company behind household brands such as Centrum, Caltrate and Sensodyne, is seeking industry and research partnerships to advance self-care.
Ryan Foo, co-founder of Singapore-based hangover prevention firm DrinkAid, is venturing into the sports nutrition space with the upcoming launch of creatine gummies through his new business FOULPLAY.
The trend for functional beauty drinks doesn’t seem to be waning anytime soon. Take a look at five of the latest innovations in this space.
Guardian and Mannings, both pharmacy chains under DFI Retail Group, will feature “menopause-friendly” product aisles in five Asian markets come mid-2026.
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...
Preliminary results show that a specific omega-3 blend reduces total concussions by 28% among professional rugby players in “a real-life setting”.
A webinar exploring the latest consumer trends, new product development, research, and marketing strategies in Asia-Pacific’s women’s health supplement market will be broadcasted today (Oct 23) at 3pm Singapore time, register now to attend for free.
Entrepreneurs and researchers have just a few more days left to enter our Probiota Pioneers and Frontiers competitions.
Researchers have called for targeted screening for anemia in women after discovering a high prevalence of iron deficiency in a large sample of health-conscious participants.
A new Switzerland-based longevity brand has announced its official launch, debuting a cellular health product designed to tackle the biological processes of aging.
NSF certification milestone reflects growing demand for third-party validation in appearance and wellness supplements.
From the brain-skin axis to scalp care, we discover more about Unilever’s future focus on wellness.
Glanbia’s lifestyle protein brand Isopure officially launched its whey protein and collagen products in the UK following success in the U.S. market.
In its third quarter results, the multinational has beaten expectations in several key areas, but problems remain
Find out more about India’s quick-commerce boom, ‘proteinification’ in food and drinks, and what’s driving the popularity of magnesium supplements in Australia.
To celebrate the first ever Nutra Healthspan Summit, NutraIngredients has been on the hunt for start-ups making waves in the health and longevity space. Today, the winners are announced.
Several melatonin supplements imported into Australia were found to contain amounts that were either significantly higher or lower than the amount labeled, says the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
Huel has launched a light version of its nutritionally complete meal replacement drink, providing 26 essential vitamins and minerals, 25 grams of protein and just 190 calories per serving.
Kirin says it plans to develop a “simple” method to measure plasmacytoid dendritic cells (pDCs) activity - which is indicative of a person’s immune status - after a recent research showed links between pDC activity and urine test results.
Q-commerce, the short-form for quick-commerce, has become a phenomenon across India, where consumers can get their hands on goods ranging from groceries, infant formulas, personal care products, to nutraceuticals.
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.
Sustainable nutraceutical ingredients developer Roelmi HPC has launched a new division with a production and research hub focused on innovation through fermentation and the circular economy.
Brain food is booming. As consumers seek sharper focus and long-term cognitive health, the food industry is responding with powerful ingredients and smarter nutrition
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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.
Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) has gained traction as an anti-aging ingredient, but a 12-week study funded by Mitsubishi Corporation Life Sciences - said to be “first of its kind” human clinical trial - showed that it could improve hair health too.
Vitafoods Asia 2025
Thai dietary supplement company Boost Up Life Center (Thailand) Co. Ltd is seeking expansion across South East Asia, with its CEO citing US brand Now Foods as its target and inspiration.
Protein is the biggest buzzword, but what else is shaping new product development?
Fitness figure Joe Wicks’ exaggerated health claim protein bar, launched to promote an upcoming documentary targeting Ultra Processed Foods (UPFs) and the UK Government, has sparked criticism and possible legal rebuttal.
The deadline is fast approaching for entries to the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit’s Start-up Stars initiative, which will spotlight three pioneering entrepreneurs at the 2026 summit and provide a platform for industry engagement and visibility.
Direct-to-consumer fertility supplement brand Bird&Be is entering more than 300 Ulta Beauty locations across the United States, aiming to make clinically supported reproductive health products more accessible through mainstream retail channels.
Once just a bottle shaker staple, protein is taking on new forms and finding its way into everything from soda to chips to macaroni and cheese.
With the launch of a new laboratory in Paris-Saclay, Danone plans to ‘push the boundaries’ of microbiome science and advance its work in personalized nutrition.
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including HealthKart’s exclusive partnership with bodybuilding Olympian Ronnie Coleman, Haleon’s Bone Up campaign, and NatXtra gummy nutraceuticals launch.
Utah-based Lifevantage has acquired microbiome-focused direct sales company LoveBiome to deepen its position in the gut and cellular health categories.
Find out more about the latest in women’s health nutraceutical innovation trends, research, and marketing tips for the Asia-Pacific markets in our upcoming webinar.