SRI-81 Shatavari receives Health Canada NPN
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.
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Despite fire, Oshala Farm owners pledge to carry on
A fire destroyed parts of well-known Oshala Farm, an herbal farm and bulk ingredient supplier, located in Grants Pass, Oregon.
NutraCast: How biotechnology is powering the lifemaxxing movement
From fibermaxxing to genetically engineered probiotics, consumers are embracing products that help them optimize everyday life. As biotech gains traction, a new generation of supplements designed to deliver targeted health benefits is emerging.
Nexira goes straight to the source with acquisition of carob specialist Keragum
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.
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.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Jaime Latzman, Chief People Officer, Thorne
The HR leader sat down to discuss leadership, workplace culture and the evolving role of HR in the wellness industry.
Understanding the complex frameworks moving the companion animal market forward
The companion animal supplement industry in North America operates on intricate frameworks that are changing quickly as regulatory environments shift.
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.
Monster targets gray-market energy drink imports in ITC investigation
The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has initiated an investigation into alleged gray-market imports of Monster Energy Company products following a complaint that certain imported energy drinks and their labeling infringe several of the...
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.
Airborne lawsuit tests front-of-pack dosage claims
The case highlights how consumer perception can lead to false advertising allegations, even when labels comply with FDA requirements.
Farm to factory: Inside Cepham’s vertically integrated approach to ingredient innovation
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.
Across the Nutraverse: Biotics in space, UNPA to sunset, SGP mandatory notification
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
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.
Women’s health splinters into micro-categories as shoppers drive discovery
For years, the supplement industry has largely organized women’s health around life stages such as fertility, pregnancy and menopause. New consumer search data suggest women are organizing it very differently.
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.
Growing demand for evidence-backed fiber drives Myota’s $4.5m funding round
Patented prebiotic fiber blend Myota has raised $4.5 million in a Series A round led by venture capital firm PeakBridge to expand its clinically validated prebiotic fibre business.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Jill Truitt, president, GM, Bovita Health
Jill Truitt, president and general manager of Bovita Health, recently discussed her more than two decades in the consumer packaged goods industry and the company’s approach to launching a colostrum-based wellness brand.
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?
UNPA to sunset at the end of 2026 with Israelsen’s retirement
After 34 years of industry leadership and advocacy, the United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) will conclude operations at the end of 2026, following the retirement of its founder and president, Loren Israelsen.
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.
Across the Nutraverse: Influencer marketing guidelines, protein powder in Texas, creatine chews in India
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
NutraCast: Liquid I.V.’s R&D chief taps nostalgia to drive hydration innovation
Hydration has evolved beyond simply replacing electrolytes. Today’s consumers expect products that are effective, enjoyable and emotionally engaging, prompting brands to rethink how functional beverages are developed and marketed.
Next-gen DNA testing gains traction in botanicals
NOW has added next-generation DNA sequencing to its botanical identity testing program through a new partnership with botanical genomics company LeafWorks, reflecting broader changes in how genomic testing is applied to quality control in the supplement...
What can 25 years of data reveal about supplement use?
Consumers are increasingly taking supplements and more than two decades of consumption may explain how trends have evolved.
GLP-1s: Could ketone esters prevent muscle loss for semaglutide users?
Ketone esters may help preserve muscle mass and strength for semaglutide users without affecting the fat loss benefits of the drug, suggests data from a recent study with lab mice.
NPA engages Texas AG’s office amid ongoing protein powder probe
The Natural Products Association (NPA) met with representatives of the Texas attorney general’s office last week to discuss the state’s industry-wide investigation into protein powder manufacturers.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Ritu Shah, CEO, ClostraBio
As a seasoned biotech executive with more than 20 years of experience spanning pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, gene therapy and microbiome innovation, ClostraBio CEO Ritu Shah shared she transitioned into the gut health space after seeing the potential...
TikTok Shop’s largest Health & Beauty category? Supplements
Vitamins and supplements generated $784 million in TikTok Shop sales during the 52 weeks ending February 2026, making the category TikTok Shop’s largest Health & Beauty segment, according to NielsenIQ (NIQ) data shared with NutraIngredients.
June Launch Pad: Targeted life stage support, gut health and multi-benefit formulations dominate
This month’s launches highlight women’s health innovation as it becomes more specialized, moving beyond multivitamins into menopause, libido, lactation and healthy aging.
‘Discovery is only the first step’: Brightseed CEO on AI’s next role in nutrition R&D
As artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates ingredient discovery, the next question is whether it can help companies avoid costly dead ends later in development.
Mintel: Muscle, ovarian and gut health emerge as key pillars of women’s longevity
The women’s longevity market is moving beyond surface-level appearance and toward a broader focus on healthspan, resilience and function, according to new research from Mintel.
Kimere-derived probiotics may offer modest weight loss benefits: RCT
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.
Across the Nutraverse: Super El Niño, Benicaros gets novel foods, Function acquires SuppCo, ‘neglected’ men’s health category
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.