Dairy-based ingredients

Meat your match: Protein with strong potential for plant-based athletes

17-Jul-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Mycoprotein, the mushroom derived protein source found in meat replacement products, stimulates muscle growth better than a leucine-matched portion of milk protein, according to a new study in resistance trained men.

ISO’s new infant formula standards set out methods to assess nutrient content

14-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) publishes new standards that help determine the nutrient makeup of infant formula ensuring compliance with regulations are met.

‘Double-edged sword’: Supplement firms need to be wary of China’s new livestreaming regulations

14-Jul-2020 By Tingmin Koe

China’s newly introduced regulations on livestreaming marketing is being viewed as a double-edge sword by the supplements and health foods industry.

The growing importance of clean label in functional dairy

10-Jul-2020 By Jim Cornall

Demand for functional dairy ingredients has never been higher. This is largely driven by the high-protein trend – consumers increasingly understand the proven benefits of high-quality proteins, in particular those from whey, for muscle growth, weight...

Long-term whey consumption boosts vitamin B12 biomarkers, study finds

09-Jul-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Longer-term daily whey protein consumption can boost vitamin B12 biomarkers in older adults better than collagen or carbohydrates, according to a new study part funded by Arla Food Ingredients.

HMOs may offer protection from tooth decay as infant formula ingredient

09-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMO) such as 2’-fucosyllactose (2’-FL), and galactooligosaccharides (GOS) that are added to infant formula may offer protection against bacterium known to cause tooth decay.

Not for babies: Stricter control over general milk formula marketing needed in China market

06-Jul-2020 By Tingmin Koe

Regulators from China and importing countries should cooperate to arrest the problem of milk formula not intended for infant consumption being marketed as such in the China market, said an industry observer.

‘Disconcerting discovery’: Study shows plant-based milk lacking in calcium, protein, vitamins

06-Jul-2020 By Tingmin Koe

An analysis of 115 plant-based milk sold in Australia showed that the category is lacking in several micronutrients, including vitamin A, B12, calcium, and protein when compared to cow’s milk.

Danone plant becomes first official carbon neutral baby formula factory

02-Jul-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Danone's production facility in Ireland is the first baby formula production site in the world to be certified carbon neutral by the Carbon Trust, an independent global climate change and sustainability consultancy.

New study highlights quality variations in commercial colostrum products

30-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

The bioactivity of commercial bovine colostrum samples may vary significantly, says a new study partially funded by colostrum-based nutrition company, PanTheryx, which the company says aims to shine a spotlight on sourcing and handling.

Novozymes acquires PrecisionBiotics

26-Jun-2020 By Jim Cornall

Danish-headquartered Novozymes has acquired PrecisionBiotics Group Limited for €80m ($m89.7).

Unilever eyes potential in wellness: ‘We are uniquely positioned to lead purposefully in the space of holistic health and immunity’

12-Jun-2020 By Katy Askew

New research from Unilever highlights the growing importance of health, wellness and immunity for consumers. “Our Foods and Refreshment business is uniquely positioned to lead purposefully in the space of holistic health and immunity,” nutrition R&D...

Mediterranean diet effective in IBD as part of multidimensional approach, says study

10-Jun-2020 By Will Chu

Patients with Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) could benefit from following a Mediterranean diet, after a study finds an impact on nutritional state and disease activity.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients launches Biotis health and wellness ingredients

04-Jun-2020 By Jim Cornall

FrieslandCampina Ingredients has announced the launch of Biotis - a new range of health benefit solutions aimed at supporting health and wellness throughout all life stages.

Global agencies demand stronger action against ‘harmful’ breast-milk substitute ads

01-Jun-2020 By Will Chu

Countries are failing to protect parents from the ‘harmful’ promotion of breast-milk substitutes, despite efforts by The World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and the International Baby Food Action Network (IBFAN).

Jennewein researchers hint at HMO’s protective nature against norovirus

29-May-2020 By Will Chu

Research involving Jennewein Biotechnologie suggests breast-fed infants are less likely than bottle-fed infants to contract norovirus infections, adding weight to the protective effects of Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs).

Gut-brain axis: Kefir's impact on behaviour and mood

26-May-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Kefir consumption could increase the production of the neurotransmitter GABA which is responsible for many important cognitive functions and helps regulate anxiety, according to new research in mice.

New report looks at dairy and plant proteins in weight management and healthy ageing

12-May-2020 By Jim Cornall

Danish company 3A Business Consulting has published a new report, Dairy and Plant Proteins in Weight Management and Healthy Ageing 2020-2024.

Child experts call for ban on marketing claims used for infant formula

12-May-2020 By Will Chu

Health and nutrition claims used in the marketing of infant and follow-on formula should be prohibited, paediatric experts think as they argue the claims may undermine efforts to support breastfeeding.

New market potential: Huge growth opportunities for infant formula in China’s lower tier cities

11-May-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

A combination of a focus on lower-tier markets and innovative marketing strategies can substantially grow sales of maternal and infant nutrition products, according to Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com.

Age and individual factors for prebiotic influence on breastmilk microbiota, study finds

15-Apr-2020 By Will Chu

Using prebiotics to manipulate the microbiota of breastmilk is possible, says researchers, who also find that the mother’s age can influence this response with these changes varying for each individual.

NOW CEO: ‘March was unprecedented in the history of the company’

14-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Many dietary supplement companies are experiencing surging sales as consumers seek out health-promoting products, and Chicago-based NOW is no different. The company experienced “incredible” sales in March, but ingredient supply bottlenecks and the economic...

FSAI guidance best navigates infant formula industry on new EU laws

14-Apr-2020 By Will Chu

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) and Dairy Industry Ireland (DII) members publishes guidance for infant formula makers on how best to comply with new EU food law that came into force this year.

Thousands sign petition demanding Holland & Barrett store closures

08-Apr-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Holland & Barrett staff have set up a petition, signed by thousands of staff and customers, begging the company to close its stores during the coronavirus pandemic as they argue their lives and the lives of customers are being put at risk.

Early introduction to solids may set infants up for obesity, study suggests

07-Apr-2020 By Will Chu

Early introduction to solids may make infants more inclined to being overweight at least in part by altering the gut bacterial population, a study suggests, confirming prior studies to this observation.

EC opinion deems HMO safe to place on market as Novel Food

06-Apr-2020 By Will Chu

The European Commission (EC) is to allow lacto-N-tetraose (LNT) to be placed on the market as a Novel Food for use in food supplements and infant product formulations.

Vitafoods hosts Digital Week for online innovation experience

02-Apr-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Vitafoods has announced it will be hosting a Digital Week (11-15 May 2020) dedicated to supporting and inspiring the nutraceutical industry by giving exclusive access to the latest science, insight and trends.

Plant-based diet could be 'helpful' to vulnerable during pandemic, say researchers

30-Mar-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

The high antioxidant, flavonoid and fibre intake associated with a plant-based diet can help manage asthma and this could be helpful for many vulnerable people during this pandemic, according to the authors of a new clinical review.

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New ingredients revealed for natural calcium-rich baby foods

26-Mar-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Omya, the global producer of mineral ingredients based in Switzerland, has developed a natural, easy to process source of calcium that can be added to a range of infant food and formula solutions.

COVID-19: How to use diet and supplements to maintain immunity... and sanity

19-Mar-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

A dietitian and founder of a 'good mood food' startup has shared her tips for maintaining good mental health during the uncertain times of this COVID-19 pandemic.

BY-HEALTH’s annual revenue up 21% but Australian subsidiary hurt by new e-commerce laws

16-Mar-2020 By Tingmin Koe

Chinese health foods giant BY-HEALTH's FY19 revenue jumped 20.94% to hit RMB$5.2bn (US$748m), however performance from its Australian subsidiary Life-Space failed to meet expectations due to changes in China’s e-commerce law.

COVID-19: Business as usual ... or panic stations?

12-Mar-2020 By Nathan Gray

As the grip of the COVID-19 outbreak begins to extend more seriously beyond China, there have been mixed messages about the impact of the virus on the nutritional supplements industry. Are we at panic stations – or is it more a case of business as usual?

Arla enters plant-based sector

05-Mar-2020 By Jim Cornall

Dairy cooperative Arla has entered the market for plant-based products, saying it is responding to meet consumer demand.

Strong growth in China but COVID-19 brings uncertainty to demand and supply chain: a2 Milk

02-Mar-2020 By Tingmin Koe

The a2 Milk Company said revenue from China was “above expectations” in Jan and Feb, but the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak had brought uncertainty to consumer demand and supply chain.

Editor's Spotlight

Microbial minefield? Functional formulation with prebiotics and probiotics

28-Feb-2020 By Nathan Gray

Interest in the use of probiotics and prebiotics as ingredients in food continues to grow, as consumers and industry look for microbiome-friendly foods. But just how doe these ingredients impact food development and, in particular, the texture of foods?

Yakult Light reformulated with vitamins D and E

25-Feb-2020 By Jim Cornall

Yakult Light fermented milk drink has been enriched with vitamin D and E for the UK market.

DSM acquires HMO firm Glycom in €765m deal

25-Feb-2020 By Will Chu

Royal DSM has reached agreement to acquire Danish Human Milk Oligosaccharide (HMO) supplier Glycom in a deal worth €765m.

Some infant formula milks contain more sugar than breastmilk, study claims

24-Feb-2020 By Will Chu

Findings from a new study suggests that globally, infant formula products are higher in carbohydrates, sugar and lactose than breastmilk with labelling branded unclear and inconsistent between countries.

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Nutrient-enriched infant formula appears beneficial for kid’s language development, study finds

19-Feb-2020 By Will Chu

Compound-enriched infant formula appears to be linked to the development of a child’s language at four years old in a similar way to breastfed infants, a team of researchers concludes.

China infant food standards: Authorities seek public consultation for new safety rules

19-Feb-2020 By Tingmin Koe

The Chinese authorities are conducting a public consultation for the new food safety standards that it has drafted for a number of food items, including liquid infant formula, infant formula powder, and infant food.

Stricter EU infant formula marketing rules to come into effect

18-Feb-2020 By Will Chu

New EU food law designed to further restrict the advertising and marketing of infant formula are to come into force on 22 February in a victory for campaigners critical of current guidelines.

Danone launches infant formula track and connect service

14-Feb-2020 By Will Chu

Danone’s commitment to greater transparency continues as the French-based firm launches an infant formula tracking service that details the ‘farm-to-fork journey’ of its Aptamil, Karicare, Laboratoire Gallia and Nutrilon brands.

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Last chance saloon: NutraIngredients Awards 2020 deadline TODAY

04-Feb-2020 By Nathan Gray

It is time to pick a category and submit your entry to the NutraIngredients Awards 2020. Make sure you get your submission to one of our 12 categories in before the the end of today (Friday 7th February).

Probiota 2020

Strategic thinking: Brilliant science is only half of the battle for microbiome success

21-Jan-2020 By Nathan Gray

When it comes to commercialising microbiome-related products, having really amazing science is only 50% of the journey towards market success, says industry expert Julian Mellentin.

NutraIngredients Awards 2020

How to make your award entry stand out: Top tips from the judges

17-Jan-2020 By Nathan Gray

With the deadline for applications to the NutraIngredients Awards fast approaching, our panel of expert judges share some of their top tips and hints of what makes a winning entry.

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NutraIngredients Awards 2020: A video guide to the categories and criteria

16-Jan-2020 By Nathan Gray

With the deadline for applications to the NutraIngredients Awards fast approaching, it's vital that you get your applications in soon. But which award should you apply for, and what are the key criteria for the categories? Our helpful video will...

Jennewein accuses Nestlé of infant formula patent infringement

13-Jan-2020 By Will Chu

Jennewein Biotechnologie has filed a patent infringement suit against Nestlé concerning the unauthorised use of a human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) purification method for infant formula.

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Recall round-up: Drug-contaminated supplements and infant milk labelling

08-Jan-2020 By Will Chu

Infant milk and cumen product recalls are among a selection of notices issued by European food agencies last month as NutraIngredients rounds up the alerts that mention nutrition-related products.

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Whey protein makers join online health debate with consumer website

07-Jan-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

The European Whey Processors Association (EWPA) has created a new B2C communication platform in an aim to establish a European whey protein voice in the health debate on social media.

18-year study links 'Western' diet to vision loss

06-Jan-2020 By Danielle Masterson

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 1.8 million people aged 40 and above are living with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in the United States. The CDC also said AMD is the leading cause of permanent impairment of reading or...