Vitamins & premixes

Big opportunities in merging nutra and pharma

23-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumer trends, technological advancements and business strategies are causing the pharma and nutra markets to merge and this opens opportunities for the players in both industries to cater to consumers looking for the ultimate wellness solutions.

Current evidence insufficient to link vitamin D supplementation to COVID-19 outcomes – Meta-analysis

23-Nov-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

A meta-analysis of 13 clinical trials on more than 500,000 COVID-19 patients revealed no significant association between vitamin D supplementation and improved clinical outcomes based on current evidence.

WelleCo launches daily superfood powder for kids

18-Nov-2021 By Rachel Arthur

Plant-based beauty and wellness brand WelleCo has launched The Super Kids Elixir + Protein: ‘a delicious, all-in-one, daily superfood powder that is packed full of the essential vitamins, minerals, protein and nutrients that children need to grow, learn,...

NutraWomen Wednesday: Rhonda Hoffman, Chief Marketing Officer, Pharmavite

17-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

In 2019, Rhonda Hoffman was named Chief Marketing Officer at Pharmavite—a wellness company with a mission.

K2 research has hit critical mass, supplier says

12-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

Vitamin K2 is read to take its place among the dietary ingredients best supported by clinical research, a prominent supplier says.

NutraCast: VMS trend analysis with market intelligence firm Skai

12-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

How are supplement brands capitalizing, what trends are resonating with consumers, and what is the outlook for the holidays and beyond? Chase Hochman, Director of Solutions Engineering & Market Intelligence at Skai, said one key trend that stands...

Nearly half of UK adults unaware of gov’s winter vit D guidelines, BNF survey finds

08-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

A British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) survey reveals that nearly half (49%) of UK adults are unaware of Government’s advice recommending vitamin D supplementation during autumn and winter.

Meta-analyses: Higher vitamin D levels linked to lower COVID-19 rates

04-Nov-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Overwhelming evidence suggests a link between higher vitamin D levels and lower incidence and severity of COVID-19.

New products: Jelly bean supplement, powerful antioxidant and probiotic booster

03-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New product launches over the last couple of weeks include a new line of jelly bean supplements for adults and kids, a 'powerful' antioxidant ingredient, and an excipient said to improve the efficacy of probiotic products.

Vitamin C and metabolic syndrome: Meta-analysis finds sufficient intake associated with reduced risk

03-Nov-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

Dietary and circulating vitamin C levels are inversely associated with metabolic syndrome, according to a new meta-analysis of observational studies.

Vitamin D impacts HIV drug intervention, says study

20-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New data suggests that vitamin D is able to affect drug concentrations in different seasons so the efficacy of medicines could be improved by also considering levels of this pro-hormone.

From the Editor: Exciting changes at NutraIngredients

19-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Many readers will have noticed some changes to how they access the award-winning content on our site, so here’s more information about the how and why of those modifications.

Vitamin C for work? Supplementation found to improve attention, motivation, and reaction time – Four-week RCT

29-Sep-2021 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of vitamin C has been found to improve attention, work motivation and reaction time in young adults, according to a study conducted in South Korea.

New product launches: Mind health and plants in the spotlight

24-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New product launches from the last month include a perimenopause focused supplement and digital support solution, a herbal range for sleep and mind focused products, and a plant-based ready-to-drink protein shake.

Three weeks to go! Stage set for the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit

20-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

With just three weeks to go until NutraIngredients' annual Sports and Active Nutrition Summit, the virtual stage is set for some of the industry's biggest names.

“Positive associations” found between vitamin D and cognition in elderly

07-Sep-2021 By Lynda Searby

A new study provides a starting point for developing RNIs (Reference Nutrient Intakes) for vitamin D and cognitive performance.

Lower vitamin B and D intake linked to muscle loss in older people with type 2 diabetes

01-Sep-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

A study in Japan has found older people with type 2 diabetes and loss of muscle mass have significantly lower vitamin B1, B12 and D intake, compared to subjects without muscle mass loss.

Review concludes no link between vitamin D levels and improved muscle health

27-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

A review of evidence does not support a beneficial effect of vitamin D supplementation on muscle health, according to researchers, who highlight a potentially negative effect in some cases.

Essential nutrient intake compromised in vegan diets, says the BNF

17-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

The British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) has published a report highlighting the plant-based nature of vegan diets that could reduce intake of essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, iodine and vitamin B12.

Beauty Kitchen launches Vitamin Kitchen: Founder says ‘carbon positive’ microalgae R&D advancing

11-Aug-2021 By Kacey Culliney

UK indie brand Beauty Kitchen has unveiled its latest business venture Vitamin Kitchen – a vegan vitamin gummies brand that it will soon expand to include products containing microalgae and marine extracts; part of a larger goal to offer complementary...

Vegan women cut hip fracture risk with vit D and calcium supplementation

09-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Among women, a vegan diet is associated with significantly higher risk of hip fracture but supplementing with both vitamin D and calcium removes this increased risk, according to a new large-scale study.

Vitamin D supplements prove ineffective in improving IBS symptoms, study finds

03-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

Scientists from the University of Sheffield have concluded vitamin D supplements are not an effective intervention to ease the painful symptoms associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

Study: Vit K2 could reduce heart health risk in nicotine users

28-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

NattoPharma's research partner has published a study suggesting Vitamin K2 reduces the risk of cadiovascular events in people who smoke, as it decreases oxidative stress and vascular calcification.

EFSA Panel rules on trio of supplement ingredients

26-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

The European Food Safety Authority (ESFA) has taken the month of July to give its scientific opinion on a number of dietary supplement ingredients following requests from the European Commission.

News in Brief

Huel sales set to take off with airport vending machines and supermarket expansion

22-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Huel has set its sights high for on-the-go sales as it announces the inception of its own vending machines in the UK's biggest airport as well as the launch of its products across 500 major supermarkets.

Review suggests vitamin K2 may help prevent Alzheimer’s

19-Jul-2021 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

A comprehensive review of evidence suggests vitamin K2 can help prevent Alzheimer’s disease

NEWS IN BRIEF

DSM to relocate head office from Heerlen to Maastricht

19-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

DSM is to move its global head office from Heerlen to Maastricht by the end of 2023 in a move that has ‘employee wellbeing’ and ‘sustainability’ at its heart.

NMN appears to boost endurance in amateur runners, study finds

14-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Supplementation with nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) appears to increase aerobic capacity in amateur runners, say researchers, who think the molecule plays a role in enhancing O2 use in the skeletal muscle.

EFSA gives green light to more potent vitamin D

13-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Royal DSM has received a positive EFSA opinion for its Novel Food application for the new, fast-acting vitamin D ingredient 'ampli-D'.

Nutritional make-up of meat and plant-based substitutes not the same, study highlights

12-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Plant-based meat substitutes or meat are neither good nor bad, they are just not the same, says study authors, who add the foods’ nutritional content make them complementary rather than ‘nutritionally interchangeable.’

Pharmavite acquires UTI brand Uqora, creating women’s health portfolio

09-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Pharmavite has expanded its range of products directed at women with the acquisition of urinary health brand Uqora. Terms of the deal were not announced.

EFSA expands opportunities for vitamin D fortification

07-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Lallemand has successfully expanded the permitted categories of use for its vitamin D yeast in the EU after gaining favourable opinion from the EFSA for the use in 32 additional food categories.

Immunity concerns turn consumers towards nutrient-packed products, survey reveals

07-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

The pandemic and threat of similar outbreaks has placed consumer focus firmly on immunity, according to market analysis, where foods high in nutrients ranked amongst ways to optimise immune health.

€15m project to build world’s largest sustainable microalgae biorefinery

05-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

French producer of microalgae ingredients, Microphyt, is leading a €15m mission to develop the world’s largest fully-integrated microalgae biorefinery which will see the production of new products and a five-fold increase in capacity.

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.