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What do an Amazonian people reveal about skin health in industrialized societies?
The skin microbiomes of the Yanomami, a remote indigenous group in the Amazon, show that diverse, environmentally enriched microbiota may offer benefits that are not explored in current models of ‘healthy’ skin.
Mexican-Danish collaboration seeks to transform whey waste into single-cell protein
Scientists in Mexico and Denmark are using mixed microbial communities to convert waste whey into single-cell protein, providing an environmentally-friendly and nutritious alternative protein source.
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ProBiotix Health teams up with Raff for Mexico commercial partnership
UK-based ProBiotix Health plc has signed a new deal with Mexico-based raw materials and ingredients specialist, Raff, for distribution of probiotics to support cardiometabolic health.
Weight Management Summit 2025: Event to explore the role of nutrition in a post-GLP-1 world
The Weight Management Summit will explore the market, the regulatory landscape, the science of natural alternatives, side effect support and how to best communicate all of this to an engaged, passionate and growing consumer base.
Indena's grape seed extract may boost mood and cognitive function
Preliminary in vitro experiments show that Indena’s Enovita, a sustainable standardized grapeseed extract (GSE), modulates key neurotransmitters involved in mood and cognition.
Maternal probiotic use may boost infant gut health and memory
New research links maternal probiotic use to reduced breast milk inflammatory markers, improved infant gut health and enhanced brain response, however knowledge gaps on infant gut colonization remain.
Solnul resistant starch may slash markers of metabolic dysfunction: Study
A low 3.5-gram daily dose of Solnul resistant potato starch may beneficially reduce the levels of circulating free fatty acids (FFA), an important early marker of metabolic health, says a new study.
Review supports SAMe for mental health
Dietary supplement S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe) may provide a functional alternative to pharmaceuticals for first line management of depressive symptoms, according to a new science review.
Hibiscus-lemon verbena extract shows weight management potential: RCT
A blend of extracts from lemon verbena and hibiscus may help slash body weight by over 3.4% in three months in the absence of diet and exercise, says a new study using Metabolaid, formulated by Monteloeder, S.L. subsidiary SuanNutra.
Too little choline: A disadvantage in Latin America
A new study reports that “an astonishing majority” of women of childbearing age across eight countries in Latin America do not consume enough choline, a nutrient particularly important for fetal development.
Brazilian blend targets mood and sleep quality through the gut
A novel mineral-prebiotic-herbal supplement shows promise for tackling the waning of cognitive function in mood disorders brought on by unhealthy lifestyle, according to a team of Brazilian researchers.
Synbiotic may improve energy balance, offer anti-obesity effects: Study
A combination of a specific Bifidobacterium strain and a prebiotic fiber may improve resting energy expenditure and energy balance, known to be a major factor of obesity, says a new study.
Slimbiotics announces strategic Mexican partnership for liver health
Austrian plant-based probiotics player Slimbiotics has announced a strategic cooperation with Laboratorios Columbia to accelerate the development of innovative health products, including those targeting liver health.
Study supports Guayusa leaf extract’s cognitive and mood benefits
A low dose of guayusa leaf extract may boost cognition and mood in health young adults, while a higher dose may also promote motor-cognitive performance, according to results of a small acute-dosing study.
BASF declares force majeure on vitamin and carotenoid supply after fire at German plant
BASF has declared force majeure on the supply of some vitamin A and E and carotenoid products, with certain aroma ingredients impacted as well, following a fire at a plant at its Ludwigshafen site.
Probiotics may boost immune cell function for marathon runners: RCT
A combination of two probiotic strains may increase the activity of certain immune cells in marathon runners, says a new study from Brazil that adds to the potential immune health benefits of probiotics for endurance athletes.
Spore-forming probiotic may ease URTI symptoms
Supplementation with a sport forming probiotic may activate the immune system to help suppress symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), says a new study from Japan.
Hi & Fi Asia-China 2024
Fish oil supply to recover as 2024’s first fishing season ends on a high note – GOED
The first Peruvian fishing season this year had ended on a high note, with oil yield expected to hit at least 75k tons, said industry body GOED.
cbdMD continues to build science despite lack of federal clarity
A new study supports the safety and efficacy of a specific hemp-derived cannabidiol product from cbdMD, and the company remains committed to building the science behind its products with an eye on international opportunities.
IPAWC + Probiota Americas Day 3: Companion animals, gut-brain, start-ups and tech advances
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is just five days away. Don’t wait to register your attendance for this world-class program in Salt Lake City!
IPAWC + Probiota Americas Day 2: Rob Knight, regulations, state of the market, HCPs and more!
Day 2 of the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas starts with an opening keynote from renowned microbiome research Prof. Rob Knight and finishes with a panel discussion around the healthcare practitioner opportunity. The event is less than a week away...
IPAWC + Probiota Americas 2024: Women’s Health and prebiotics headline Day 1
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is less than a week away. Don’t wait to register your attendance for this world-class program in Salt Lake City!
Uruguay considers proposal to regulate dietary supplements
The public comment period for Uruguay’s new draft policy to regulate dietary supplements in the country closes May 15.
NutriLeads expands global presence with Mexico distribution deal
Netherlands-based NutriLeads BV has announced a distribution agreement with Safe Iberoamericana, SA de CV in Mexico for its Benicaros upcycled carrot-derived ingredient.
‘I came to learn and was delighted to find so much more’: 8 reasons to attend the IPAWC + Probiota Americas 2024
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2024 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
NutraCast: Biohacking cellular health via supplements that mimic fasting
There is a wide array of clinical benefits of fasting such as improved mood and cognition, balanced immune responses, enhanced energy, improvements in heart and metabolic health, weight management and more. But anyone who has fasted knows that it can be...
MuscleTech expands ties with Trust Group to manufacture in Brazil
Global sports supplement brand MuscleTech has reached a manufacturing and marketing agreement with Trust Group to expand its reach into the Brazilian market.
Aker BioMarine capitalizes on krill oil know-how, expands into algae
Aker BioMarine, the world’s largest krill oil supplier for supplements, aquaculture and pet food, is diversifying into algae oil to prepare for a supply-and-demand squeeze in the omega-3 fish oil space.
NAI partners with Barentz to distribute CarnoSyn in Brazil
Natural Alternatives International, Inc. recently announced it has named Barentz as the exclusive distributor of its CarnoSyn beta-alanine for the Brazilian dietary supplements market.
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Got groundbreaking microbiome-related research to shout about? We want to hear from you!
Are you researching the latest state-of-the-art developments related to prebiotic, probiotic, postbiotic and microbiome science relevant to human health, well-being, consumers and industry? If so, we would like to hear from you!
The rise of exogenous ketones for athletic recovery
Initially touted as acute performance aid, exogenous ketones and the supporting science are shifting towards opportunities for athletic recovery, a subject matter expert told NutraIngredients-USA.
South Korea, Brazil fastest growing markets for sports nutrition probiotics – Synbio Tech
South Korea and Brazil have become the fastest growing markets for incorporating probiotics into sports nutrition products, says supplier firm Synbio Tech, which is known for its probiotic strain Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TWK10.
Study links higher omega-3 levels to decreased stroke risk
A new study published in the journal Stroke shows that people with the highest omega-3 levels have a lower risk of stroke. It also dispels correlations between omega-3s and increased risk of brain hemorrhaging.
Kilyos Nutrition adds Aker BioMarine krill oil to Brazilian portfolio
Norwegian fishery and biotech company Aker BioMarine announced that it has partnered with Kilyos Nutrition to introduce its Superba Krill oil ingredient to key supplement brands in Brazil.
ANVISA approves first tetrahydrocurcuminoid for use in Brazil
Natural ingredient supplier Sabinsa announced this week that The Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA) has green-lighted its Curcumin C3 Reduct as health ingredient in the country.
Timeline raises CHF 56M from L’Oréal and Nestlé in Series D financing
Swiss longevity biotech company Timeline (parent company Amazentis) announced that it has raised CHF 56 million (US$ 66 million) in an oversubscribed Series D financing round that included strategic investments by L’Oréal and Nestlé.
COSMOS: Multivitamins linked to improved memory, slower age-related cognitive decline
Daily multivitamin supplementation may boost episodic memory and slow cognitive in older adults, says new data published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Startup Spotlight
Arandi Health scales Andean shilajit for cognitive health
Arandi Health has tapped decades of Alzheimer's research to create Durabrain, a nutraceutical formula powered by a millennia-old organic substance harvested from the Atacama Desert in northern Chile.
Pea protein and whey protein match up in Brazilian soccer trial
Pea protein may be substituted for whey protein without compromising athlete recovery or performance, according to a recent study from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Small study hints creatine supplementation improves post-Covid-19 fatigue syndrome
Taking dietary creatine supplements for at least six months may improve brain performance for those with long-term neurological disorders.
Kyowa Hakko continues LATAM expansion with Mexico launch
Kyowa Hakko has partnered with Mexican manufacturer Quifaest to broaden the reach of its Immuse postbiotic for immune support.
Chr. Hansen review outlines HMO health benefits
In a new systematic review, Chr. Hansen scientists have compiled data from 26 clinical studies on HMOs, concluding there is a wealth of evidence that these are well-tolerated modulators of the gut microbiome providing health benefits.
Special Edition: Sports & Active Nutrition
Hydration, pre-workouts & creatine the stars of the 2023 sports nutrition market
After a challenging few years during the COVID-19 pandemic, the sports and active nutrition category is surging, with hydration, pre-workouts, and creatine crushing it with huge sales growth.
Gisele Bündchen joins Gaia Herbs as wellness ambassador
Herbal supplement manufacturer Gaia Herbs has partnered with supermodel Gisele Bündchen to inspire and teach consumers about how to kickstart a healthier lifestyle.
Morinaga achieves ANVISA approval for BB536 probiotic
The Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária, ANVISA) has approved Morinaga’s probiotic strain Bifidobacterium longum subsp. longum BB536 for us in dietary supplements and conventional food products sold in Brazil.
Heads up: Review supports creatine supplementation for brain health
Creatine supplementation can increase brain creatine content, which over time may help explain its promising effects on brain health and function, according to a recent review.