Salidroside-malic acid combination may improve stress and anxiety: RCT
Daily supplementation with a combination of salidroside and L-malic acid may offer ‘clinically meaningful’ improvements in perceived stress and anxiety, says a new study.
Research
Fewer kids, more prevention: Where the cold and flu opportunity is shifting
The US cold and flu market may be shrinking, but NielsenIQ (NIQ) says the decline masks an underlying shift in how consumers are preparing for and responding to seasonal illness — one that could create new opportunities for dietary supplements and other...
Astaxanthin may shift fuel use during exercise in women: Study
Two weeks of astaxanthin supplementation shifted fuel use toward fat during moderate exercise in recreationally active women, according to a new study.
Industry questions glucosamine-Alzheimer’s risk findings
Industry experts have challenged recently published research linking glucosamine supplementation to faster Alzheimer’s disease progression, arguing that chronic pain, osteoarthritis and other factors could help explain the association.
Low-dose berberine formulation increases GLP-1 in small RCT
A 200 mg daily dose of the bio-optimized berberine ingredient increased fasting and postprandial plasma GLP-1 while also improving measures of glucose and lipid metabolism.
Shatavari root extract shows perimenopause benefits: RCT
Daily supplementation with a standardized Shatavari root extract may improve menopausal symptom severity, hot-flash scores, and perceived stress, says a randomized, placebo-controlled trial from India.
Cranberry study reveals potential beyond UTI prevention
New laboratory research suggests cranberry juice may enhance the activity of an antibiotic used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) and, under some experimental conditions, reduce the emergence of resistant bacteria by more than 100,000-fold.
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.
Which sports nutrition brands is AI recommending to consumers?
A new analysis suggests AI-generated recommendations can shift dramatically depending on how consumers phrase their questions, while experts caution that AI visibility remains difficult to measure.
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.
Nicotinamide riboside may improve muscle-specific marker of biological aging: Analysis
Supplementation with nicotinamide riboside may reduce muscle epigenetic age acceleration measured by the Muscle Epigenetic Age Test (MEAT) clock, according to a newly published analysis of data from past clinical studies.
Verb’s oat-based postbiotic may boost keystone microbiota and improve mood
Daily supplementation with an oat-based postbiotic from Verb Biotics may enrich keystone species in the intestine, reduce pro-inflammatory biomarkers, and improve emotional wellness in healthy adults, says a new randomized, double-blind,...
AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics’ blend may improve multiple menopause symptoms
A probiotic blend developed by AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics may help improve menopause-related symptoms and quality of life in peri- and postmenopausal women.
Regenerate Symposium to examine science, strategy for closing omega-3 nutrition gap
The one-day meeting will examine emerging science and commercial strategies shaping the future of omega-3 nutrition.
Acute intake of Cargill’s postbiotic EpiCor rapidly alters immune markers
A single dose of the yeast-derived postbiotic EpiCor may rapidly influence immune activity within hours of consumption, according to new research funded by Cargill.
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.
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.
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.
Nutrafol study shows gains in overlooked growth metric
Researchers say the findings could broaden how the nutrition industry measures efficacy, with faster hair growth adding to more established endpoints such as density and shedding.
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.
How systems biology is redefining hair wellness
For years, hair supplements largely focused on ingredients like biotin, collagen and botanicals aimed at supporting hair growth. Today, the category is evolving to incorporate emerging science in areas such as longevity, the microbiome, menopause and...
AG1 study finds greens powder increases circulation of multiple micronutrients
A study from AG1 researchers suggests its greens powder leads to measurable increases in circulating micronutrients, filling a significant gap in evidence to support complex multi-ingredient formulations.
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.
NutraCast: Could peptides become the next frontier in gut health?
Over the past few years, the gut health conversation has largely centered on biotics. But could another ingredient category be poised to reshape the discussion?
Can probiotics protect against UV-induced skin aging through the gut-skin axis?
A recent mouse study suggests a targeted probiotic may help protect against photoaging through multiple biological pathways.
The 2026 NutraIngredients USA Awards: And the winners are...
The winners of the 9th Annual NutraIngredients USA Awards were revealed this evening (July 13) during an awards presentation in Chicago.
Could probiotics help tackle PFAS?
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...
Pasteurized Akkermansia muciniphila may help maintain weight loss after dieting
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.
How the gut–hormone axis is putting the estrobolome in focus
Growing interest in the estrobolome is reshaping discussions around women’s health, with precision nutrition and clinical substantiation moving up the industry’s agenda.
Probiota Americas 2026 in pictures
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.
AI entrepreneurs turn industry waste into tomorrow’s breakthrough ingredients
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.
Collagen peptide supplements may boost resistance training response: RCT
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.
July 16: Join our beauty-from-within webinar
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.
‘Informing the development of next-gen probiotics’: Study explores how microbiome biotransforms phytonutrients
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...
Can higher doses of magnesium thwart epilepsy?
There may be a connection between increased dietary magnesium intake and reducing incidence of epilepsy.
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.
Coffee study reveals biological clues behind liver health benefits
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.
Study strengthens case for SDA-rich omega-3 oils
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?
Can iron intake combat pelvic inflammatory disease?
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.
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.
Top trends shaping supplement purchases in 2026, according to The Vitamin Shoppe
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.