Antioxidants/carotenoids

Trend tracker: Australia’s OTC cannabidiol, innovation in iron, beauty, sports nutrition

27-May-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Innovations in iron, beauty, sports nutrition, Australian firms competing to launch the country’s first over the counter cannabidiol (CBD) oral products, as well as infant formula firms’ responses to US shortage are the key trends covered in this round-up.

Firmenich Scientific Advisory Board to guide on R&D focus and strategy

26-May-2022 By Will Chu

Food flavors and ingredients firm Firmenich has revealed details of its newly established Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) set up to guide the Swiss company’s research and development strategy.

Suanfarma and Solvay confirm fermentation boosting agreement

19-May-2022 By Will Chu

Solvay is to invest in Suanfarma’s manufacturing facilities in a pact to develop its biotechnological and fermentation capabilities in the development of natural ingredients.

Vitafoods 2022: Genosa offers anti-inflammatory hydroxytyrosol extract for omega-3 blends

18-May-2022 By Will Chu

Genosa took the opportunity at Vitafoods to showcase its new olive extract, that blends natural hydroxytyrosol with omega-3 oils to boost antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Blackcurrant supplement scoops third Nutraingredients award spanning three locations

13-May-2022 By Liza Laws

A product made from New Zealand blackcurrants and is Health Currancy’s flagship product, CurraNZ, has been awarded a third Nutraingredients Award - taking home the prize for Sports Nutrition Product of the Year Award, in Europe.

Mediterranean diet components benefited AMD sufferers in study using AREDS2 data

12-May-2022 By Hank Schultz

Some components of a Mediterranean diet can help slow the progression of advanced eye disease, a large scale follow up study has suggested

Not just vitamins: Immunity product innovation turns its attention to synergistic, novel ingredient combinations

11-May-2022 By Tingmin Koe

While the COVID-19 pandemic brought a renewed interest to vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, D, and zinc for immune health, industry experts believe it has also led to novel combinations of ingredients that could work synergistically.

Drinking coffee can lower risk of fibrosis in liver disease, study finds

10-May-2022 By Liza Laws

Elevated coffee consumption was consistently associated with a lower risk of significant liver fibrosis, as assessed by three non-invasive markers in treated chronic HBV patients, a study has found.

Higher consumption of tea associated with reduced risk of bladder cancer but more study is needed, researchers say

26-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

Researchers have found evidence of a reduced risk of bladder cancer associated with tea drinking and report that it was significant among men and former smokers but not among women and those who had never smoked.

A new study links a Mediterranean-style diet to lower risk of preeclampsia

26-Apr-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Women could greatly reduce the odds of contracting preeclampsia during pregnancy by following a Mediterranean-style diet, say researchers.

Doctor launches immune supporting products after multiple sclerosis diagnosis

25-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

A doctor diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 20 years ago at the age of 16, is so determined to help others with health issues he has carved a career in research, created a company and recently launched two products that promote immune health.

Nutraceutical carrot products may ease nutritional disease burden, suggests study

11-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

Nutraceutical products derived from carrots could be used as an alternative supplement for the prevention of nutritional diseases, a study suggests.

Almost 80% of endurance athletes use supplements: Survey

08-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplement use is very high among endurance athletes, with older athletes using the products, says a new study that suggests opportunity to develop age-specific products for this population.

Minafin Group: “For hexane we are the rats”

06-Apr-2022 By Lynda Searby

EFSA has issued a positive opinion about the safety of methyloxolane in food processing, bringing the industry closer to the prospect of a bio-based alternative to petroleum extraction solvents.

Ready to roar: Malaysia’s tiger milk mushroom maker targets overseas growth amid domestic popularity

06-Apr-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Malaysian Tiger milk mushroom supplier Nexus Wise is eyeing overseas growth amid local success for the ingredient traditionally used for cold, flu, and immunity.

Omega-3 fatty acids and St John’s wort ‘recommended’ for treating depression

04-Apr-2022 By Lynda Searby

New international clinical guidelines back the use of omega-3 fatty acids and St John’s wort for mood disorders.

Record sales for organic kombucha firm during pandemic

01-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

Equinox Kombucha started off being brewed in a kitchen in Calderdale, Yorkshire, after a couple of intrepid travellers returned from Asia wanting to bring the live culture and all its benefits with them.

Editor's Spotlight

Passion for powerful berries leads to business success for UK couple

28-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

A couple who discovered the power of the Haskap berry while in Canada developed so much faith in their qualities, they have set up a company dedicated to the power fruit.

Gut microbiota changes for the better after eating red peppers, study finds

25-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

Gut microbial structure and short-chain fatty acid levels are significantly altered by the consumption of capsaicin, the bioactive compound in chilli peppers, a study has found.

Moringa leaves important sources of micronutrients and phytochemicals, review finds

22-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

Moringa, also known as the drumstick tree, has been extensively used as a health-promoting food additive because of its potent protection against various diseases and the widespread presence of environmental toxins, a review put together by researchers...

EDITOR'S SPOTLIGHT

Tea made from range of leaves designed to soothe symptoms of menopause

21-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

The menopause affects all women differently and while some people want to take hormone replacement treatment (HRT) others may prefer a more herbal route.

Lutein, zeaxanthin supplementation may improve visual memory, learning among adults with cognitive complaints – Australian RCT

16-Mar-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

Lutein and zeaxanthin supplementation for six months may improve visual memory and learning among adults with self-reported cognitive complaints.

CRN’s Mister on NAC: ‘This isn’t a one ingredient issue’

14-Mar-2022 By Stephen Daniells

As the uncertainty around the regulatory status of NAC (N-acetyl cysteine) continues, it is important the industry doesn’t lose this for the precedent it sets for other potential ingredients, said CRN’s Steve Mister.

Curcumin supplements failing to match label claims, report finds

10-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

More than 40% of curcumin supplements purchased online and from health food shops in France failed to match label claims, a report has found, shining a spotlight on quality control issues within the industry.

Coastal plant extract could improve physical performance and reduce fatigue, a study suggests

02-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

A perennial plant that grows along the coastline could be the key to improving exercise performance and reducing fatigue, a study has found.

Green tea-infused yoghurt improved by inulin, research reveals

23-Feb-2022 By Liza Laws

Adding the prebiotic inulin to yoghurts made from green tea with milk improved the smell, taste and texture for those eating it, a study has found.

Nutrition Asia

‘A habit sticks’: P&G and Holista Colltech on why immune product demand will persist - WATCH

23-Feb-2022 By Tingmin Koe

The COVID-19 has led to new habits that are here to stay, including taking supplements that benefit the immune system, according to P&G and Holista Colltech.

Could a coffee a day keep the doctor away?

17-Feb-2022 By Lynda Searby

Drinking up to three cups of coffee a day could have protective effect on heart health, say researchers.

Haskap berries can boost running performance, study suggests

17-Feb-2022 By Liza Laws

Overall performance and the time it takes to recover from running can be improved by using extracts from little-known berries, a study suggests.

Azelis expands its supply network with Turkish acquisition

16-Feb-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Azelis has acquired ingredients supplier Tunçkaya to strengthen its position in the fast-growing Turkish food industry, as well as the broader life sciences market.

Goji berries compound reduces subthreshold depression in teens – Six-week RCT

16-Feb-2022 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide extracted from goji berries has shown to reduce subthreshold depression in teenagers, according to a six-week RCT conducted in China.

Meta-analysis supports lycopene’s blood pressure benefits

11-Feb-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplemental lycopene, a red carotenoid found in tomatoes, watermelons, and other foodstuffs, may significantly reduce blood pressure in hypertensive people, says a new meta-analysis of clinical trials.

Nutrition to tackle neurodegeneration? A future possibility, predicts review

08-Feb-2022 By Will Chu

Deeper research into microbiota–gut–brain mechanisms could slow down neurodegeneration and calm anxiety and hyperactivity in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a new paper suggests.

New evidence supports the restorative effects of phytonutrients

07-Feb-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

A study into the protective role of carotenoid phytonutrients provides new evidence that pre-treatment can help reverse skin cell damage caused by oxidative stress.

Astaxanthin supplementation improves symptoms of dry eye disease in middle-aged and elderly Chinese

07-Feb-2022 By Guan Yu Lim

Oral supplementation of astaxanthin was shown to improve the symptoms and signs of middle-aged and elderly patients with mild-to-moderate dry eye disease (DED) in China.

NB Pure gives immune support a modern makeover

31-Jan-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Following a complete rebrand last year, the supplement brand has announced a new offering in the immune category.

Dried goji berries could protect against age-related sight loss

27-Jan-2022 By Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

Eating a small portion of dried goji berries on a regular basis could delay the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or prevent it altogether among healthy middle-aged people, according to a new study.

Flavonoid-like peanut extracts appear to promote sleep quality, study suggests

20-Jan-2022 By Will Chu

The flavonoid-like components of peanut stem and leaf extract appear to promote sleep quality via a mechanism of action that decreases neuronal excitability, according to researchers.

New partnership targets personalised functional ingredients

20-Jan-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Spain’s food production network, Blendhub has signed a strategic partnership with Nucaps, nanotechnology experts, to develop personalised functional ingredients.