Microbiome modulation beyond digestion: Four emerging opportunities
The science of the microbiome has moved beyond digestive wellness, with a complex ecosystem found to influence how we perform, age, and thrive.
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The gut-eye axis: Enbiosis deepens research as commercial interest grows
Enbiosis Biotechnology is building on promising results from its pilot study to further elucidate the gut-eye axis, with growing interest coming from eye health companies and brand partners in Asia-Pacific.
Health tracking apps could improve weight loss, BMI - Lancet Digital Health
Health tracking apps could improve body weight and body mass index (BMI) but not total cholesterol levels and dietary intake, according to new findings published in The Lancet Digital Health.
Scallop-derived plasmalogens show promise for cognitive function
Older adults showed improved cognitive scores when taking a supplement containing scallop-derived plasmalogens (sPls) compared with placebo, according to a new study.
GLP-1 levels increased with OEA supplementation - Study
Supplementation with oleoylethanolamide (OEA) could significantly increase the body’s production of GLP-1, according to new findings published in Frontiers in Endocrinology.
Research builds evidence for gut-muscle axis and proposes AI sarcopenia prediction tool
Probiotics may help protect muscle health in older adults, while a predictive AI model could help identify people at higher risk of sarcopenia, according to a new study.
Carotenoids play vital role in reducing photooxidative damage, preserving retina function
A new review finds that carotenoids’ antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties could play a crucial role in reducing photooxidative damage and maintaining retinal function.
The a2 Milk Company’s new research findings to drive US growth, innovation pipeline
New Zealand dairy nutrition firm The a2 Milk Company’s recently released research results are set to drive growth in the US market and shape its innovation pipeline.
Healthspan and longevity: Webinar to spotlight R&D, regulatory developments
The latest developments in consumer trends, scientific research, innovations and regulatory oversight in Asia-Pacific’s healthspan and longevity sector will be discussed in an upcoming webinar on August 27.
Science shorts: Turmeric for cognition, carotenoids and eye health in the spotlight
This roundup highlights the latest health and nutrition research findings, including how active sesquiterpenoids from turmeric extract could support cognition, the role of carotenoids in eye health, and more.
Proprietary turmeric extract improves orientation and attention scores in 24-week cognitive trial
A dual-extracted Curcuma longa extract (CLE) focusing on active sesquiterpenoids rather than curcuminoids showed promising results on cognitive scores in a new study published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Body weight may influence coffee’s effects on heart and metabolic health
Lower BMI may be associated with greater activation of metabolic pathways linked to cardiovascular health following caffeinated coffee consumption, according to new research.
Probiotic may boost mood and emotional health for older adults: RCT
Daily supplementation with Pediococcus acidilactici PA53 may improve gastrointestinal health, sleep quality, and happiness scores in older adults, says a new study from China.
Meta-analysis counters prevailing belief that omega-3s increase risk of atrial fibrillation
Low-dose omega-3 supplementation may not be associated with an elevated risk of atrial fibrillation (AF), according to a new large-scale study.
Precision synbiotic outperforms probiotics alone for toddler gut-immune health
Combining the human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2’-FL with specific Bifidobacterium strains creates a synergistic effect that significantly reduces infectious and atopic disease risk in toddlers, according to new multi-center trial data.
Carotenoids promising for eye, brain development in kids, but more research needed
A study found that carotenoid supplementation could provide vision and cognitive benefits in children, but further long-term studies are needed to validate its efficacy as an adjunct therapy.
Hop extract study moves beyond appetite to body composition
A hop-derived nutraceutical may help adults with overweight lose body fat while maintaining muscle mass, according to a 24-week randomized controlled trial that researchers say expands the evidence supporting non-prescription weight-management ingredients.
NutraIngredients Asia Awards 2026: And the finalists are…
NutraIngredients is pleased to announce the finalists for the NutraIngredients Asia Awards 2026... The winners will be announced during an awards presentation in September.
Daebong LS seeks to overcome ‘chronic limitations’ via precision fermented lutein
South Korean company Daebong Life Science (LS) looks to overcome “chronic limitations” of lutein extraction through a new precision fermentation-based project.
New integrated botanical ingredient promises relief from perimenopause and menopause symptoms
OmniActive Health Technologies is introducing a new botanical ingredient to help women through the hormonal changes experienced during perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause.
Across the Nutraverse: Judgement on fake Urolithin A sellers, Eggnovo novel food approval, TCI’s probiotics strategy
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Elysium’s supplement shows promise for menopause symptoms
An open-label pilot trial by Elysium Health showed that combining nicotinamide riboside (NR) and pterostilbene (PT) may optimize endogenous estrogen recycling post-menopause.
Probiotic may boost lifespan by 20%, for worms at least
Nematode worms fed a probiotic isolated from a Chinese centenarian may live for 20% longer, with the postbiotic metabolites linked to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Healthy longevity in Asia: dsm-firmenich awards €250k to five research groups
dsm-firmenich is awarding €50k to five research groups each to investigate the role of nutrients and bioactives in supporting healthy longevity in Asia-Pacific.
Science shorts: Spotlight on probiotic-phytonutrient blend, dAKG, iron and more
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...
Probiotic–phytonutrient blends may improve gut function
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.
Sustained-release melatonin may boost sleep outcomes and wellbeing for poor sleepers: RCT
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.
dAKG associated with biological age reversal
Supplementation of delayed-release alpha-ketoglutarate (dAKG) could reverse biological age, says a new study from Singapore.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Retailers JD Health, Guardian, Alpro Pharmacy join major brands next week
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.
Lutein-zeaxanthin supplements may boost attention in teenagers: RCT
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.
Probiotic–phytonutrient blends may boost bowel function and other gut health measures
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.
Mix of 2’-FL and high-HMO-utilizing probiotic overcomes limitations – Morinaga study
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...
Blackcurrant may boost strength and focus, but not sprint power
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.
Probiotic-fermented yogurt improves glucose control, gut microbiota: Meiji study
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.
Haleon-funded study argues mismatch in multivitamin research and consumer needs
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.
Science shorts: Bifido probiotic, green tea catechins, piceatannol in the spotlight
This round-up highlights the latest health and nutrition research, including new findings on Bifidobacterium, green tea catechins, piceatannol and more.
Gut-lung axis: RCT supports Bifido probiotic’s immune-supporting benefits
Daily supplementation with a Bifidobacterium probiotic strain may significantly reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and eczema in infants and toddlers, says a new study from China.
Anti-aging benefits of PQQ may extend beyond antioxidant effects, new research finds
A mouse study from Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company finds long-term supplementation with pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) and its derivative imidazopyrroloquinoline (IPQ) could extend lifespan, delay declines in muscle function and slow visible signs of aging.
Krill oil outperforms fish oil in raising fatty acid plasma, with sex effects
Emerging clinical evidence continues to strengthen the case for krill oil as a differentiated omega-3 delivery format, with a recently published study suggesting it may raise circulating EPA and DHA more effectively than conventional fish oil even when...
OmniActive ingredient boosts cognitive performance when paired with caffeine
Recently published clinical research suggests that enXtra, a proprietary ingredient from OmniActive Health Technologies, helps sustain mental energy and reduce fatigue beyond the initial effects of a cup of coffee.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026: Spotlight on past year winners
There are still 10 more days before submission for the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 closes next Friday (June 19) at 23:55 Singapore time. Here is a spotlight on the past year’s winners.
Major Japanese firms to drive industry-government-academia partnerships in longevity
Japanese companies, including Asahi, Meiji, and Rohto Pharmaceutical, are part of a new collaborative platform to foster industry-government-academia partnerships in the field of longevity.
Review: Targeted fiber consumption could boost long-term outcomes of GLP-1 therapy
Dietary fibers and GLP-1 drugs should not be viewed as competing weight management approaches, but complementary strategies, according to a new review published in Advances in Nutrition.
‘Unmatched’: Nutra Healthspan Summit returns for November 2026
Described by one attendee as “an event with wall-to-wall speakers who delivered insightful, topical, useable information”, the Nutra Healthspan Summit is returning to London for its 2nd edition with more high-level content and networking opportunities.
Green tea catechins and exercise shown to improve knee extension - ITO EN study
A combination of green tea catechins supplementation, lower limb exercise and resistance training may improve knee extension strength in healthy seniors, according to a 24-week study by Japanese green tea beverage company ITO EN.