Belgian ingredients supplier, Puratos is to acquire the scientific expertise of THT in a bid to satisfy growing consumer demand for products that promote a well-balanced gut microbiome.
Nagasaki University and Kirin Holdings are embarking on a joint clinical research to assess the effect of lactic acid bacteria on relieving symptoms in COVID-19 human subjects.
With data from a “pivotal” double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial just published and the first consumer product set to launch “in the coming weeks”, Netherlands-based NutriLeads is eying a strong 2022 in the US market for its carrot-derived...
The future of the immune support category will include other benefits like sleep, stress management, and metabolic health anchored to the core immunity ingredients, according to experts from ingredients giant ADM.
Danish biotech company, Biosyntia, and Munich-based, Wacker Group, are planning to expand production of fermentation-based biotin across Europe and into new markets.
A prototype biomarker that recognises antibiotic-induced gut dysbiosis has been created by a team from Ferring Pharmaceuticals, who believe the tool could help in developing future biotherapeutics.
UK food tech start-up Spoon Guru continues its efforts into tailored nutrition as the firm joins forces with retailer Schnuck Markets, to create a healthy eating platform.
Swiss biotech company, Evolva, has secured additional funding from investment firm, Nice & Green to accelerate growth in key markets and leverage manufacturing efficiencies.
Italian galenic ingredients supplier, Biofarma Group has acquired Giellepi’s Finished Products division to consolidate its position on the international scene for “ready to market” products.
Peptides derived from a marine collagen source quelled intestinal inflammation in a new study using a mouse model of inflammation as well as human blood tissue.
The Dutch plant-based ingredient manufacturer, Fooditive Group, which recently launched an upcycled natural sweetener, is now expanding to animal-free dairy proteins.
Danish biotech company, Biosyntia and French counterpart, Lantana Bio, have joined forces to step up development of sustainable flavonoids for use in dietary supplements, food and drink fortification, and personal care.
Swedish probiotic brand, BioGaia has bought a majority stake in Nutraceutics Corporation through a share acquisition valued at €8.6m (SEK8.9m) a new share issue of €4.4m (SEK45.4m) and plan to complete a full takeover within seven years.
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Acute supplementation with Nutrition 21’s inositol-stabilized arginine silicate ingredient may enhance cognitive function and memory in healthy aduts, says a new study.
Lactalis Ingredients has officially inaugurated a new whey drying tower at its Verdun site in France. The facility now has a production capacity of 30,000 tonnes, allowing the dairy and ingredients supplier to expand into new markets.
Pectin-derived rhamnogalacturonan-I (RG-I) polysaccharides from carrot may beneficially modulated the human gut microbiota and offer prebiotic potential, says a new study.
Probiotics firm Roelmi HPC has been awarded Platinum status for 2021 by ratings firm EcoVadis, for its efforts in implementing environmental-friendly practices core to its No Impact In Progress (NIP) program.
Comet Bio – a startup developing prebiotics, functional fibers and sweeteners from upcycled ingredients – has announced an investment with RE Energy to build a dedicated manufacturing facility in Denmark to supply Comet Bio's Arrabina prebiotic fiber.
Symrise has pledged to accelerate product development to support UK dairy, bakery and beverage industries, following the opening of an innovation lab in Bedford last November.
Along with developing the science and marketing story behind an ingredient, suppliers also need to ensure those ingredients are easy to work with. A prominent vitamin K2 supplier says it has done just that with a new, stability-enhanced version of...
Glanbia Nutritionals has formalised a partnership with Ixoreal Biomed to optimise high concentration KSM-66 ashwagandha root extract and enhance functionality.
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Canadian branded ingredient supplier CK Ingredients has announced a partnership with a Dutch developer to commercialize a protein ingredient from a novel source.
Darling Ingredients health brand, Rousselot, has secured an extension to its six-year product development (NPD) partnership with Dutch Olympic Training Centre, Papendal.
Norways’s Hofseth BioCare (HBC) has successfully achieved New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) status from the US Food and Drug Administration for its patented CalGo and OmeGo branded products.
DSM continue to develop its interests in plant-based proteins as the corporation confirms the purchase of pea and bean ingredient specialists Vestkorn Milling for €65m.
Nuritas has raised €40m ($45m) in the Irish biotech firm’s latest round of funding intended to finance global expansion efforts and potential new additions to its portfolio of plant-based bioactive peptides.
Speakers addressing the opportunities in the live biotherapeutics/ pharmabiotics space, postbiotics, and artificial intelligence are just some of the experts confirmed for the upcoming Probiota in Copenhagen.
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Spreading the claims butter too thin and not investing in science can kill any category, even a popular one with durable demand, an astaxanthin supplier claims.
French ingredients supplier Nexira is to acquire UNIPEKTIN Ingredients in a deal that taps into the firm’s diversification strategy, which places boosted health and nutrition activity front-and-centre of its plans.
Global food ingredients giant ADM announced today it will acquire Deerland Probiotics & Enzymes, significantly expanding its capacity in microbiome-targeted ingredients.
Delegate registration is now open for Probiota in Copenhagen, with speakers already confirmed covering topics including postbiotics, live biotherapeutics/ pharmabiotics, the skin microbiome, and much more.
AkerBiomarine is to enter the world of esports, lining up with Norwegian team Heroic in an agreement that sees the Norwegian biotech firm providing krill oil-based omega-3 supplements.
Fragrance and flavours house Symrise has launched a microbiome-based platform that mines data from the body’s key microbiome communities to develop products for the nutrition and cosmetic industries.
Prenexus Health has signed an exclusive partnership with Nevada-based Aloha Medicinals to bring a new prebiotic to market called MyceliaGI. The ingredient is a blend of three mushrooms.
In an effort to reduce reliance on terrestrial crops for ingredients manufacture, Israeli-based Genesea is looking offshore to marine macroalgae, co-founder Alexander Golberg tells FoodNavigator.
Sacco System, an international biotech company for the food, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical industries, and Döhler, global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the...
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A recent report on sales of botanical supplements was mostly very good news for the industry. But one prominent ingredient — turmeric — saw sales flatten or even decline.
Swedish plant-based oil specialists AAK are to partner with Progress Biotech to supply the Dutch firm’s algae-based omega-3 fatty acid for infant formula.
Dutch health ingredients company, NutriLeads, has officially launched its immune health ingredient derived from upcycled carrot pomace for use in supplements and functional food & beverages.
Dutch algae firm Duplaco are to ramp up production of the algae Chlorella in a move that looks to provide a viable alternative to Asian suppliers caught up in increasing transport costs and reliability issues.
The global ingredients producer Glanbia says the link between mental and physical health “should not be ignored” by brands developing new sports nutrition products as consumers search for holistic solutions.
Nutraceutical ingredient suppliers and manufacturers are continuing to ramp-up their inventory to keep their supply chain stable amid ongoing uncertainties brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, including port closures and delayed vessels.
