Vitamins & premixes

Study: Vitamin D deficiency exacerbates use and misuse of pain meds

01-Jul-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Human health records indicate that people with low vitamin D levels are more likely to use and misuse opioids, so could normalizing vitamin D levels in at-risk populations help with this public health epidemic?

Multi-component supplement may ease negative impacts of stress: RCT

01-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of magnesium with vitamins B6, B9, and B12 plus extracts from rhodiola and green tea may promote a relaxed state and reduce stress perception, says a new study from Europe.

Review assesses nutraceutical measures for asthma relief

28-Jun-2021 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

A therapeutic cocktail of nutraceutical adjuvants may have clinical potential for controlling asthma symptoms, according to researchers.

CPG Strategist: “The future is bright for GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe”

24-Jun-2021 By Danielle Masterson

With the pandemic all but behind us, it’s clear that most retailers won’t be able to rely on their old strategies and business models as we enter the next phase. So what can we expect?

NutraWomen Wednesday: Susan Mitmesser, PhD, VP, Science & Technology at Pharmavite

23-Jun-2021 By Danielle Masterson

This week’s NutraWoman has extensive experience in research and nutrition biochemistry, serves on the editorial board of multiple peer-reviewed journals, and is an active member of several organizations. Susan Mitmesser, PhD, Vice President, Science &...

Cellular aging category heats up with new NMN product launch

23-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Developed in collaboration with scientists at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, the new product called Elevant Prime is formulated with nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN).

NEWS IN BRIEF

DSM upgrades premix manufacturing facility in Poland

22-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

Global food and nutritional ingredients supplier DSM continues to make substantial investment in Eastern Europe with the opening of its new extended manufacturing facility in Poland.

Study finds low vitamin K status predictive of COVID-19 mortality

17-Jun-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A new study, supported by Kappa Bioscience, confirms that vitamin K status is lower in hospitalised patients with COVID-19 and finds low vitamin K status to be predictive of higher mortality.

AESAN calls for regulatory clarity on energy drink formulation

16-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

Spain’s Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has reiterated advice to reduce energy drink consumption especially among minors due to caffeine’s effect on sleep and the cardiovascular system.

'A defining moment for the industry': DSM enters CBD space with Mile High Labs partnership

15-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Royal DSM has entered into a broad commercial partnership with Colorado-based cannabinoid company Mile High Labs (MHL) for next generation science-backed cannabinoid solutions.

Study: Vitamin D levels associated with depressive symptoms

10-Jun-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A large community sample study has found vitamin D levels are associated with depressive symptomatology due to the vitamin's impact on three specific inflammatory markers.

Nutritional supplement shows promise for those with ASD: Study

07-Jun-2021 By Danielle Masterson

A new survey on the nutritional blend IQed found the product may be beneficial for those with autism, apraxia and other conditions involving motor and speech delays.

IADSA resource highlights vitamin D importance in wake of COVID-tackling role

03-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

The International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations (IADSA) is underlining the link between inadequate vitamin D levels and a higher risk of falling with its online resource that highlights nutrition’s role in vulnerable populations.

Probiotics and phytonutrients reverse age by three years, researchers claim

02-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

A diet that includes probiotics and phytonutrients may contribute to looking and feeling younger, a study finds as certain diet and lifestyle changes may knock off as much as three years in biological age.

Annatto tocotrienol may help manage blood sugar: RCT

01-Jun-2021 By Emily Jarecki

Supplementation with annatto-derived delta-tocotrienol may improve glucose control, inflammation and oxidative stress in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), says a new study from the National University of Medical Sciences in Pakistan.

Pre-diabetes concept: Blood sugar management trial in Singapore revealed by DSM-backed Hologram Sciences

25-May-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

DSM’s new venture Hologram Sciences plans to run a blood sugar management trial in Singapore to study how personalised approaches can help address pre-diabetes concerns, we can exclusively reveal.

Study: Vegetarians getting their vitamin B6, thanks to supplements

17-May-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

An analysis of different diets and their impact on Vit B6 status has found no link between plant-based diets and vitamin deficiency as supplements are revealed to be the strongest predictor of sufficiency.

NutraCast: Dr. Andrew Myers, CEO and Chief Science Officer of NutraGenetics

14-May-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Overcoming micronutrient deficiencies could become part of an effective strategy in the fight against COVID-19. While vitamin D supplementation has gained wide attention amid the pandemic, in the shadows is a lesser known but equally important nutrient:...

2021 NutraIngredients Awards: Winners announced!

13-May-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

The winners of the hotly contended 2021 NutraIngredients Awards were revealed in an online awards ceremony yesterday (May 12).

The 'Oscars of the nutrition world' to take place tomorrow

11-May-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

The long-awaited NutraIngredients Awards will take place tomorrow (12 May), with a virtual award ceremony to reveal the winners.

Today! Find out the winners of 2021's NutraIngredients Awards

07-May-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

The 2021 NutraIngredients Award winners are to be announced in a live-stream broadcast ceremony taking place today, at 4pm CET (3pm BST).

Beauty gummies: German supplement brand IvyBears sets up Asia HQ in Singapore to expand reach

29-Apr-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

German beauty gummy brand IvyBears has established its Asia headquarters in Singapore to boost business and distribution in Asia-Pacific and North Africa, on the back of its first regional launches in Hong Kong, Thailand, the Philippines and China last...

France moves to update vitamin and mineral dietary reference values

28-Apr-2021 By Will Chu

French authorities have taken steps to update vitamin and mineral intake for the country’s population, in new recommendations that were last revised back in 2016.

Nestlé confirms plan to purchase The Bountiful Co. in deal in $5 billion range

26-Apr-2021 By Hank Schultz

Swiss nutrition giant Nestlé has reportedly confirmed that it will acquire The Bountiful Co. prior to a planned initial public offering for the maker of Nature’s Bounty supplements.

Sports and active nutrition: Unlocking potential and performance

22-Apr-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

NutraIngredients will host a free webinar next Thursday (April 29th) looking into the changing landscape of the sports nutrition market, the new consumer interests, and the role of personalised nutrition.

Multivits, omega-3, probiotics & vit D achieves ‘modest’ effects in warding off COVID-19: Study

21-Apr-2021 By Will Chu

The consumption of multivitamins, omega-3, probiotics or vitamin D supplements may lessen the risk of testing positive for COVID-19 in women but not so for men, an observational study concludes.

Vitamin fix via sunbed use slammed by ASA over immune strengthening claims

20-Apr-2021 By Will Chu

Jetsun Sunbeds has been hauled up before UK ad authorities after the tanning firm suggested a vitamin boost from using sunbeds could improve brain function and strengthen the immune system.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Functional syrup startup creates supplements with staying power

19-Apr-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

The co-founders of the four-year-young liquid supplement brand YourZooki have seen sales overflow in the last 12 months as consumers search for bioavailable micronutrients which they can enjoy taking.

Food supplement found to alter gut in resolving effects of malnutrition

19-Apr-2021 By Will Chu

Research into a food supplement for malnourished children is offering insights into how gut bacteria may affect growth as it appears to ‘repair’ disrupted microbiomes and effectively address the effects of malnutrition.

Surging sales, more transparency pressure driving contract manufacturing transformation

16-Apr-2021 By Hank Schultz

Rising demand in the contract manufacturing realm is driving both consolidation and pressure to make more transparent this sometimes closed section of the dietary supplement industry, observers say.

Nutrition experts share the secrets to a healthy immune system for older adults

15-Apr-2021 By Oliver Morrison

‘Significant proportions’ of the older population in the UK are lacking in required intakes of energy, protein, dietary fibre, vitamin A, vitamin D, riboflavin, folate, magnesium, potassium, selenium, iron, calcium, iodine and zinc, according to the British...

Iron syrup offers hope for improved compliance and positive outcomes in children

15-Apr-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Supplementation with an iron syrup developed especially for children gained a compliance of 92% and improved ferritin levels by 69% in 12 weeks in a clinical trial of iron deficient children.

DSM's new personalized nutrition guru said effort will benefit customers and end users alike

13-Apr-2021 By Hank Schultz

Personalized nutrition pioneer Ian Brady said DSM’s new venture in the space, branded as Hologram, will be a way to better serve both DSM’s brand clients as well as end users.

Irish Government committee outlines policies needed to promote Vitamin D

08-Apr-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

The Irish Joint Committee on Health has launched a report on Vitamin D deficiency concluding that the Government must promote supplementation across the population by increasing public knowledge and reducing costs.

German Government updates max vitamin and mineral levels for supplements

06-Apr-2021 By Will Chu

The German Government’s main scientific institution has updated guidance outlining maximum levels of vitamins and minerals in food supplements and fortified foods that are based on recent findings.

Micronutrient changes in processed foods a factor in kidney and gut complications, suggests expert

06-Apr-2021 By Will Chu

Changes to micronutrients and polyunsaturated fatty acids in heat-treated processed foods could play a role in increasing the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and changes to the gut environment.

Research review: UK needs five-fold Vitamin D increase

29-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Vitamin D supplementation should be increased to five-times what is currently recommended in the UK in order to support the population's immunity against respiratory tract infections, according to new research.

Research links Dutch Healthy Diet to lower risk of depression

25-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Adherence to a Dutch Healthy Diet could be linked with a lower risk of developing depressive symptoms, according to research which compared the impact of popular dietary patterns.

High vitamin D levels may protect against COVID-19: Study

23-Mar-2021 By Danielle Masterson

A new research study at the University of Chicago Medicine has found that having more than sufficient vitamin D levels may lower the risk of COVID-19 infection — especially for Black people.

Everton FC nutrition chief says supplements both help and hinder his cause

23-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

Supplementation forms a key part of the nutrition protocol of Everton FC, one of the oldest clubs in English football. It’s part of a revamp of the club’s approach to fueling players, brought on by the team’s first dedicated head of nutrition. But supplements...

Vitamin D deficiency, obesity and diabetes linked to higher rates of COVID-19 infection and mortality in Asia - Review

23-Mar-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

Vitamin D deficiency is linked to higher COVID-19 infection and mortality in Asian countries, according to the first review of its kind in the region.

Long-term lockdown effects: What shoppers want

22-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

COVID-19 conscious consumers are choosing supplements over medicine and searching for better stress and weight management solutions, according to a recent webinar hosted by PharmaLinea and Mintel.

Recall round-up: Vitamin A, B17 and red rice supplements

22-Mar-2021 By Will Chu

As 2021 comes and goes, March sees a burst of illicit activity on the food and supplement front with vitamin A batches and a red rice-based supplement all in the firing line in this month’s round -up.

Pandemic induced research frenzy increases backing for some legacy ingredients

18-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

The pandemic has boosted interest in immune health support ingredients of all kinds. As scientists race to determine the best way to help patients in the current crisis, NutraIngredients-USA takes a look at what some of the latest research has to say...

Brands weigh in on launching immune support in crowded space

16-Mar-2021 By Danielle Masterson

They were already gaining traction pre-pandemic, and now, products in the immune support category are continuing to pop up everywhere—from elderberry water to CBD gummies to dairy-based probiotics. We spoke with a few brands who launched their own immune...

Market check: Folic acid supplements for pregnant women meet requirements

15-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A new analysis of folic acid supplements available on the Spanish market for pregnant women has found supplements are consistent with declared dosages and meet legal requirements for stated health claims.

Study signals need for vitamin k2 with statin use, says firm

08-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Norway-based vitamin K2 supplier NattoPharma has highlighted new evidence connecting statin use to increased cardiovascular risk which it says further proves the need for Vitamin K2 supplementation in these patients.

Study finds metabolic benefits of multiple supplement use persist into older age

05-Mar-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found that consistent use of multiple dietary supplements is associated with better health that persists into older age. The association doesn’t prove a causal link, the authors acknowledge, but is good news for healthy aging strategies...

Researchers aim to discover impact of vitamin K on COVID-19

05-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

After recent studies demonstrated a correlation between low vitamin K levels and more severe COVID-19, researchers are now planning to undertake the first ever prospective trial to explore whether supplementation could benefit patients.

Study backs link between Vitamin D and COVID-19 severity

26-Feb-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A retrospective study of elderly COVID-19 patients has concluded that vitamin D serum deficiency is associated with more severe lung symptoms, longer disease duration and higher risk of death.