News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
Vivify Specialty Ingredients, a portfolio company of Gryphon Investors, acquired AuNutra Industries, a supplier of botanical extracts and specialty nutritional ingredients, as the private equity firm continues to expand its presence in the high-growth...
The half-day program covered research and science communication across menopause, maternal nutrition, metabolic health, dermatology and sports nutrition, with several presenters addressing the limitations of existing evidence and how it is used to...
From Kimberly-Clark’s planned acquisition of Kenvue to Nestlé’s sale of Nature’s Bounty brands, major transactions have put ownership and consolidation in the dietary supplement industry in focus.
In just a few weeks, the nutrition and wellness industry will gather in Las Vegas for the SupplySide Global natural ingredients trade show taking place at the Mandalay Bay.
From clear protein shakes to creatine gummies and free omega-3 testing, SupplySide Global exhibitors are giving attendees plenty to put on their show-floor itinerary.
The RISE + RESTORE project combines branded ingredients from TSI Group, Stratum Nutrition, Nuritas and AstaReal in daytime energy and nighttime wellness supplement concepts with samples set for SupplySide Global 2026.
In this NutraIngredients Q&A, the Natures Crops founder argues that closing the omega-3 nutrition gap will require the industry to look beyond its traditional reliance on fish oil and bring more plant-based sources, food and beverage applications and...
Consumer data shows consumers may already know omega-3s matter. Getting them to understand which omega-3s they need, choose a product or food source and stick with it is proving to be a different challenge.
The omega-3 industry has spent decades trying to close the gap between recommended and actual EPA and DHA intake. But with traditional marine resources under pressure, researchers are increasingly asking whether a broader mix of sources can close that gap.
The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA (SANS USA) is heading to Dallas in 2027 after two consecutive sold-out editions in San Diego.
CRN’s upcoming SciComms Connect symposium will highlight how women’s health is attracting more research, investment, and product development, but translating that momentum into credible supplement products and consumer messaging remains challenging.
After encountering hurdles around ingredient availability, pricing, processing and minimum order quantities, the company is working with Rodale Institute to support farmers deeper into its supply chain.
Eight weeks of supplementation with salmon protein hydrolysate may improve systemic inflammation, glycemic control, and body composition, says a pilot study using Hofseth BioCare’s ProGo ingredient.
Balchem’s choline-enriched L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate (L-5-MTHF) folate ingredient, Optifolin+, may boost cellular methylation capacity and DNA methylation in a human cell model.
A newly published patent details a fermentation-based approach to producing NAD+, using genetically engineered yeast to generate the coenzyme for potential use in supplements, functional foods and beverages.
There is still time for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to enter Healthspan Innovators and win the chance to present their company in London at the Nutra Healthspan Summit 2026.
With the publication of a new safety study of its Shoden ashwagandha root and leaf extract, Arjuna Natural is drawing attention to the importance of clinical validation as a competitive differentiator.
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.
Sexual wellness may be edging further into the supplement mainstream as consumer interest in products spanning intimate health, beauty and healthy aging creates new territory for brands.
The dietary supplement industry is facing a new layer of supply-chain uncertainty as geopolitical tensions, tariffs, energy prices and freight disruptions ripple through the global ingredient market.
Pet owners know that longevity is important for their animals, but they disagree on whether to buy supplements for it.
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,...
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.
The one-day meeting will examine emerging science and commercial strategies shaping the future of omega-3 nutrition.
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.
Canada’s Lallemand Inc. has completed the acquisition of Virginia-based BIO-CAT Enzymes & Microbials, effective July 31, 2026. Both companies are privately held, and terms have not been disclosed.
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued The Akkermansia Company (TAC) with a new patent, granting the company the exclusive right to market Akkermansia for metabolic disorders.
Sweden’s Wellma has partnered with nutrient delivery technologies pioneer Virun NutraBiosciences, marking Wellma’s first sites in the US and in Ireland.
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Healthspan Innovators session and present their company in London.
The winners of the 9th Annual NutraIngredients USA Awards were revealed this evening (July 13) during an awards presentation in Chicago.
A new ingredient from eggshell membrane promises to support skin, joints, early inflammatory response, and more.
Health Canada has issued Ixoreal Biomed’s SRI-81 Shatavari, a standardized, clinically validated root-only extract for the women’s health market, with a Natural Product Number.
A fire destroyed parts of well-known Oshala Farm, an herbal farm and bulk ingredient supplier, located in Grants Pass, Oregon.
French botanical ingredient supplier Nexira has acquired Moroccan carob specialist Keragum in a move to strengthen supply chain control and improve traceability amid increasing demand for natural, clean-label ingredients.
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.
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.
NutraIngredients visited Cepham’s experimental farm and two manufacturing facilities in northern India to see how the company is combining agriculture, extraction and in-house manufacturing to support sustainable ingredient development.
As artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates ingredient discovery, the next question is whether it can help companies avoid costly dead ends later in development.
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 pet nutrition increasingly mirrors trends seen in human supplements, ingredient suppliers are targeting healthy aging, cognitive support, microbiome health and species-specific formulations to meet evolving consumer expectations.
The company’s category growth reflects growing demand for mineral forms that combine high bioavailability, gastrointestinal tolerance, and formulation flexibility, according to Jorge Flores, senior vice president marketing and sales, Division Life...
The deal between the two ingredients companies creates a global powerhouse
Ingredion Incorporated has acquired Benicaros, a patented, prebiotic fiber made from upcycled carrot pomace, from Dutch ingredient innovator Nutrileads.
Through a new partnership with the Alethios decentralized clinical trial platform, ingredient supplier PLT Health Solutions announced that it is providing customers with access to faster, scalable clinical research to substantiate competitive,...