News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
This round-up highlights the latest health and nutrition research findings, including how a probiotic-phytonutrient blend could improve gut function, the effects of delayed-release alpha-ketoglutarate (dAKG) on biological age reversal, iron...
A proposed framework for designing and reporting human studies with probiotics will address the challenges specific to live microorganisms and their viability, and aims to boost the reliability, interpretation, and impact of research in the field.
New data suggests supplementation with a fish-derived lipid formula may help reduce painful symptoms in certain women with endometriosis.
Research published in Nature Microbiology suggests certain gut bacteria can accumulate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and increase their excretion in preclinical models, raising the prospect of microbiome-based interventions to help reduce...
Research presented at Probiota Americas 2026 suggested that pasteurized Akkermansia muciniphila MucT may help address one of the biggest challenges in obesity management: maintaining weight loss.
Growing interest in the estrobolome is reshaping discussions around women’s health, with precision nutrition and clinical substantiation moving up the industry’s agenda.
From regulation and women’s health to healthy aging and commercialization, this year’s conference brought together the people and ideas shaping the next chapter of microbiome innovation.
Probiotic–phytonutrient blends containing Lacticaseibacillus and Bifidobacterium strains plus citrus bioflavonoids and dandelion root extract could improve bowl function and gut health, according to a new study.
An Israeli health-tech startup is uniting the industry to uncover functional ingredients from waste streams, with two bioactives revealed as potential disruptors in the booming GLP-1 arena.
A combination of specific collagen peptide supplementation and resistance training may increase collagen content in connective tissue more than resistance training alone, says a new study using Gelita’s BodyBalance ingredient.
It’s not too late to register! NutraIngredients-USA’s annual Beauty-from-Within webinar will return July 16 with a new panel of experts to examine the science, innovation and market forces shaping the nutricosmetics category.
The gut microbiome plays a central role in determining the health benefits of plant-based ingredients and depends on whether an individual’s gut microbiota contains the enzymes needed to convert that compound into its active form, says a new study with...
Higher consumption of ultra-processed food (UPF) correlates with poorer diet quality, higher sugar intake, lower mycobiome richness, and potentially altered cardiometabolic function, according to newly presented data.
There may be a connection between increased dietary magnesium intake and reducing incidence of epilepsy.
A low dose of a sustained release melatonin may improve measures of sleep, including the total sleep time, falling asleep faster, and fewer night-time awakenings, says a new study.
A new study of UK diets found that adults have shifted towards higher protein and lower carbohydrate intake over the past decade, with dietary fiber still too low despite a slightly improved intake.
A large UK Biobank study combining long-term clinical outcomes with MRI imaging and proteomic profiling is providing fresh insights on the biological mechanisms that may underpin coffee’s long-observed association with improved liver health.
Research into the role of the microbiome during spaceflight could uncover essential innovations to support astronauts in their mission to Mars, as well as multiple under-served populations on earth.
A new study suggested that nutraceutical supplementation in patients undergoing pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy for wrist fractures may be associated with improved early clinical outcomes.
For years, one of the biggest challenges for plant-based omega-3 ingredients has been a simple question: Can they deliver the same benefits as marine sources?
Supplementation of delayed-release alpha-ketoglutarate (dAKG) could reverse biological age, says a new study from Singapore.
There is still a week left until the Growth Asia Summit 2026 and we can confirm the attendance of retailers active in the region’s health and nutrition space, including Alpro Pharmacy, China’s JD Health and Guardian Singapore.
Daily supplementation with lutein and zeaxanthin may boost attention and processing speed in teenagers, says a new clinical trial that claims to be the first to study the effects of the carotenoids in teenagers.
Lupin and soy protein drinks had beneficial effects on insulin sensitivity and improved markers related to fat metabolism, hunger hormones, and inflammation, according to a 5-week study in Mexican male adolescents with obesity.
Women who consumed iron had a significantly lower risk of developing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), especially when the mineral was taken at specific dose range.
Probiotics blend plus dandelion root powder and citrus bioflavonoid complex may improve bowel function and normalize stools, and reduce leaky gut, says a new study from HEM Pharma and Amway Research and Development.
Consumers are becoming more selective about the supplements they buy, placing greater emphasis on transparency, clinically studied ingredients and products that fit into everyday routines.
A newly developed ingestible smart capsule will allow the analysis of multiple biomarkers along the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, providing access to crucial blind spots in microbiome research.
Ketone esters may help preserve muscle mass and strength for semaglutide users without affecting the fat loss benefits of the drug, suggests data from a recent study with lab mice.
Menopause specialists are raising awareness of newly presented pilot research indicating the potential wide-ranging benefits of probiotics to support women through this stage of life.
Supplementing saffron extract for 12 weeks was associated with improvements in depressive symptoms, self-esteem, and sleep-related impairment, according to a study.
An exploratory study in Germany found ambiguity and knowledge gaps about micronutrients in both pregnant women and their healthcare providers, particularly regarding vitamin B12.
A new study finds that the benefits of 2’-fucosyllactose (2’-FL) in infant and young child formulae may be restricted by inter-individual and age-dependent differences in gut microbiota responses, and supplementation with a high human milk...
As artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates ingredient discovery, the next question is whether it can help companies avoid costly dead ends later in development.
The women’s longevity market is moving beyond surface-level appearance and toward a broader focus on healthspan, resilience and function, according to new research from Mintel.
Adding Kimere-derived probiotic supplements may provide modest reductions in body fat when added to a lifestyle-based weight loss program, says a new study from scientists from Texas A&M University.
As microbiome science becomes more targeted in dogs and cats, companies working in the companion animal space are weighing how strain selection, clinical validation and safety monitoring will shape the future of pet biotic products.
Researchers in China used a specialized process involving enzymatic hydrolysis of whey protein, followed by lactation, and analyzed its application, absorption, and potential for muscle synthesis.
New research from AB-Biotics suggests its Lactiplantibacillus plantarum KABP-051 probiotic strain provides weight management and mood benefits via the gut-brain axis.
New research puts soluble corn fiber (SCF) under the microscope, examining whether prebiotic fiber consumption could influence cognitive performance, mood and gut bacteria in healthy adults.
A new study into metabolic syndrome suggested that the choice of prebiotic is key for gaining synergistic benefits when combining with probiotics.
A key forum for microbiome-focused scientists, researchers, and industry, arrives in Kraków, Poland, next week (June 22–24), to spotlight cutting‑edge discoveries, from next‑generation strains and longevity research to smart tech and spaceflight.
CRISPR-engineered bacteriophages may offer a way to edit the microbiome in situ by delivering a targeted payload directly to select microbes in the gut.
A short course of New Zealand blackcurrant (NZBC) supplements showed small improvements in certain strength measures and modest gains in some cognitive performance tests in resistance-trained adults, according to a study published in Nutrients.
Daily consumption of probiotic-fermented yogurt was associated with improvements in glucose dynamics and gut microbiota, suggesting the latter’s potential role in modulating the metabolic effects of yogurt, says a new study from Japan.
A review funded by Haleon Singapore argues that many clinical trials on multivitamins have failed to study and evaluate endpoints that consumers are chiefly interested in.