Bonolive shows potential for postmenopausal skin
Solabia Nutrition’s Bonolive olive leaf extract showed positive effects on skin health markers related to aging in a study of postmenopausal women.
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Probiotic combination supports respiratory infection recovery for children: RCT
A combination of four probiotic strains may reduce upper respiratory tract infection symptom duration in children, says a new study from AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics.
Lipedema study expands Pycnogenol’s women’s health potential
A new clinical study has found that Pycnogenol, a French maritime pine tree bark extract, can significantly relieve the symptoms of lipedema, a condition which affects about 400 million women globally.
Cyperus rotundus extract may reduce body weight and waist lines of obese people
Daily supplementation with an extract of Cyperus rotundus, also known as nutgrass, for 90 days led to 7% reductions in body weight, waist and hip circumference, says a new randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study from Sabinsa.
‘There was never a dull moment’: 8 reasons to attend the IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026
The IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Nizo probes the gut–brain axis with innovative chip technology
Dutch food research organization Nizo has partnered with the University of Twente to explore the gut-brain axis through organ-on-chip innovation.
Nestlé: Combatting the aging paradox by targeting mitochondria
Scientific efforts must shift from extending overall lifespan to actively reducing the rate of aging, according to Dr. Roberto Ripa from the Nestlé Institute of Health Science.
Long-term study supports safety of creatine in female soccer players
Daily consumption of creatine during an eight-month soccer season was not associated with any clinically significant biochemical changes in female soccer players, says a new study from Brazil that further supports the safety of creatine.
Holland & Barrett highlights global need for omega-3
More than three-quarters of the global population is not getting enough omega-3, according to a collaborative study sponsored by Holland & Barrett, with the retailer noting a lack of awareness around the nutrient’s brain health benefits.
Are SIRT1, SIRT3 and SIRT6 the skin’s anti-aging trinity?
Sirtuins are a type of enzyme that regulate crucial cellular functions like DNA repair, metabolism and aging, and new research from Estée Lauder Companies demonstrates just how important they can be for skin longevity.
Anti-aging methods for the gut microbiome: Focus on optimization, not rejuvenation
“The gut requires a different strategy from much of the aging field,” said researcher Dr. Sean Gibbons at the recent Nutra Healthspan Summit.
Collagen Activator supplement improves skin and reduces biological age: Study
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.
Buck Institute expert on the challenges of aging research
There is huge excitement from the nutrition industry and consumers around healthspan and longevity, but clinical trials to study aging can be challenging because of the number of participants and durations needed. And don’t forget the troublesome...
dsm-firmenich on targeting select hallmarks of aging for measurable effects
The hallmarks of aging are all connected, but not all are amenable to dietary intervention. Ingredient giant dsm-firmenich is focusing on four specific hallmarks that can be targeted via supplementation.
NutraIngredients Awards 2026: Find your category!
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.
Study: Monteloeder botanical blend delivers measurable skin benefits
A nutricosmetic blend of pomegranate, sweet orange, desert ginseng and gotu kola from Monteloeder, S.L. delivered measurable improvements in wrinkles, dullness and hyperpigmentation in a new study.
Konjac glucomannan may support intestinal health in elite athletes
Supplementation with glucomannans from konjac, a soluble fiber, may ease gastrointestinal symptoms in elite male Taekwondo athletes with functional constipation, says a new study from China.
Nutrition and aging researcher recognized for public health impact
The Society for Applied Vitamin Research (GVF) has recognized trailblazing geriatrics researcher Prof. Dr. Heike Bischoff-Ferrari for her “exceptional scientific achievements” in the field of nutrition and aging research.
Postbiotics may protect eyes from blue-light damage
Postbiotics produced from traditional kimchi and sourdough alleviated blue light-induced retinopathy in laboratory and animal experiments.
Asafoetida may improve dyspepsia via gut-brain axis: Study
Asafoetida (ASF) supplementation improved digestive symptoms, sleep, and cognitive performance in adults with functional dyspepsia (FD), according to a new study.
Meta-analysis supports vitamin K2’s bone health benefits
Data from over 2,500 postmenopausal women with osteoporosis revealed that vitamin K2 supplementation can improve biomarkers of bone turnover, supporting the vitamin’s benefits for bone metabolism and skeletal health.
Research into menopause and taste perception reveals nutrition care complications
Menopause reshapes sensory perception and eating behaviour in ways that can impact identity as well as nutrition, according to new research, providing insights for personalized nutrition care.
Lemon myrtle extract may enhance muscle hypertrophy when combined with low-load resistance training: Study
Japanese adults who consumed lemon myrtle (LM) extract for 12 weeks while resistance training increased their thigh muscle thickness, according to a newly published study.
Bioiberica explores further potential of low-dose undenatured type II collagen
Bioiberica presented new clinical evidence that its Collavant n2 ingredient can support articular cartilage in healthy individuals at the recent Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE).
ADM researchers report postmenopausal skin improvements with Novasoy
Novasoy soy isoflavone supplementation boosted S-equol levels and was linked to visible skin benefits in postmenopausal women, according to ADM’s new study published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Lower β-lactoglobulin doses may improve muscle protein synthesis: Study
A suboptimal dose of β-lactoglobulin boosted muscle protein synthesis in young men and delivered more leucine, essential amino acids (EAA) and branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) than whey protein isolate in new research.
Urolithin A may counteract age-related immune decline and inflammaging
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.
Underweight women have lower gut microbiota diversity - Japan study
A study from Japan found that underweight women - those with a body mass index (BMI) of less than 17.5 - have a significantly lower gut microbiota diversity and a higher amount of gut bacteria species linked to inflammation.
Dark chocolate supplementation improves max-effort sports performance
Dark chocolate may significantly improve anaerobic sprint timings according to new research published in the journal Nutrients.
Grape leaf extract may help protect the brain after injury: Animal data
Vitis vinifera leaf (VVL) extract may dually support the gut and brain barriers, strengthening antioxidant defenses and reducing inflammation in mice with traumatic brain injury (TBI), according to a study published in Nutrients.
‘Interpret with caution’: Industry hits back as new study questions safety of long-term melatonin use
Dietary supplement trade associations have responded to a new study that found that long-term use of melatonin for chronic insomnia may increase the risk of heart failure diagnosis and hospitalization.
‘Promising’: Urolithin A may boost endurance and performance for young soccer players
Supplementation with urolithin A, a pomegranate metabolite, may improve aerobic endurance and jump performance in academy soccer players during preseason training, says a new study.
Probiotic pasta may improve cardiometabolic health: RCT
Habitual consumption of pasta formulated with a probiotic may improve HDL (‘good’) cholesterol levels and blood pressure, says a new study in Italy.
Haleon seeks partnerships to advance self-care
Haleon, the company behind household brands such as Centrum, Caltrate and Sensodyne, is seeking industry and research partnerships to advance self-care.
NMN-induced NAD increase linked to higher red blood cell count
The supplementation of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) can increase blood serum nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) levels, associated with higher haemoglobin concentration and red blood cell count.
Collagen and plant-enriched curd shows sports nutrition potential
A cow’s milk curd supplement enriched with collagen and plant extracts increased enzymatic activity of the antioxidant system, decreased inflammatory markers and modulated immune and metabolic markers when administered to rats, according to a recent study.
γ-tocotrienol may be a superior form of vitamin E for muscle wasting, study suggests
An animal study demonstrated that γ-tocotrienol outperformed α-tocopherol in protecting against inflammation-induced muscle loss.
Microencapsulated polyphenols may improve health and fitness in prediabetes: Study
A microencapsulated persimmon–karonda polyphenol formulation combined with exercise improved metabolic, inflammatory and fitness outcomes in overweight adults with prediabetes, according to a study published in Nutrients.
Probiotic may enhance cognitive function in mild impairment: Study
Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. lactis CKDB001 (LL) supplementation improved cognitive scores among 100 adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) according to a new Korean study published in Nutrients.
Can omega-3s protect against deep vein thrombosis?
Increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids may slash the risk of venous thromboembolism, particularly deep vein thrombosis (DVT), says a new study.