“Small rituals can create meaningful change”: Vapsula’s bid to transform vitamin drinks
The French startup has introduced a novel way for wellness consumers to get their daily dose of vitamins and minerals.
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The French startup has introduced a novel way for wellness consumers to get their daily dose of vitamins and minerals.
PharmaNutra Spa’s sucrosomial vitamin B12 may “rapidly and consistently” elevate and maintain blood levels of the vitamin compared to conventional supplements, says a new study.
A recent paper published in BMJ Military Health contributes an international view of dietary supplement use in the military, comparing frequency, form and motivations for supplementation in the United States, France, United Kingdom and Slovenia.
Daily supplementation of 2′-Fucosyllactose (2′-FL) reduces body fat percentage and lessens the loss of fat-free mass in overweight individuals participating in a 12-week diet and exercise program.
New research finds that higher vitamin D supplementation and sufficient serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OHD) concentrations are associated with a reduced incidence of respiratory infections among children and adolescents.
A new animal study published in Cell Metabolism shows that gut microbes modulate the rhythms of glucocorticoids, affecting sleep-wake cycles and stress responses.
In recent years, collagen supplements have become a go-to beauty-from-within solution for anti-aging and skin health, yet it seems that consumers under the age of 25 drive the most sales. Here’s why...
As more companies innovate in the skin hyperpigmentation space, a tyrosinease inhibitor has shown promise as a nutraceutical for skin lightening.
After making waves in the blood sugar management and metabolic health sector, Phynova’s Reducose is exploring the longer-term benefits, from better energy to weight management and improved sleep.
New research by Nordic Biotic has found that supplementation with Lacticaseibacillus paracasei LPC100 and Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP140 could improve bone mineral density (BMD) and reduce vitamin D deficiency in postmenopausal women.
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with headlines including data from CRN’s annual consumer survey, OmniActive’s recent M&A activity, NPA celebrating NMN success, and the inaugural SABPA symposium. Catch up with...
Omega-3 is reportedly “the most sought-after ingredient in beauty supplements,” but formulators are missing a trick in excluding the essential fatty acid for more ‘on-trend’ ingredients, according to experts.
Higher plasma levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may reduce the risk of overall cancer by 1% and 2%, respectively, says a new analysis of data from the UK Biobank.
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with a restrictive supplements bill passing the New Jersey Assembly, NZ’s new natural products bill and France’s new online platform for supplements among the headlines. Catch...
New research finds that krill oil supplementation can significantly enhance muscle fuel metabolism, increase protein synthesis and lower LDL cholesterol.
A Bayer survey reveals that many consumers are unaware of the impact of parental nutrition on a baby's growth during pregnancy and breastfeeding, with over half reporting they have never received guidance on essential dietary supplements.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the nutraceuticals industry could become a ‘crucial’ component of innovation and regulatory compliance processes, but care must be taken regarding the information that is fed into the technology.
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with Keurig Dr Pepper acquiring Ghost for big money and LanzaTech accelerating its proprietary protein commercialization among the headlines. Catch up with our weekly round-up...
The French Ministry of Agriculture has launched Compl’Alim, a mandatory online system for declaring new supplements.
Researchers from Italy reported that a regime of dietary supplements and prehabilitation before knee arthroplasty may preserve muscle function, accelerate recovery and enhance the overall quality of life in sarcopenic patients.
An updated omega-3 index (O3I) map unveils promising gains in omega-3 intake, yet concerns persist amidst low overall consumption.
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with Swisse seeking to pioneer Australia’s nootropics consumption, Biohm partnering with ADM on women’s microbiome formulation, Probi introducing a new psychobiotic to the...
Microbiome testing company Sequential has just launched ‘targeted skin condition panels’, which are designed to address conditions like acne, rosacea, atopic dermatitis and malodour, as well as UV exposure.
Italian microbiome startup Bacfarm just won Shiseido’s annual startup competition with an innovation that can have uses in both topical and nutra sun care products. We spoke to the co-founder to learn more about how it could disrupt the category...
French beauty and wellness brand Glowery is set to launch this week after five years in the making. We spoke to founder and CEO Alexandra Kolasinski to find out more...
Norwegian company Zooca and Lehvoss UK have announced an exclusive partnership to distribute calanus oil-based products across Europe to further meet consumer demands for sustainably obtained fatty acids.
A new UK review has revealed a critical gap in research on over-the-counter (OTC) products widely used to manage anxiety, noting that few trials have examined the effects of these supplements when taken alongside antidepressants.
A Swiss survey study shows that GPs were unaware of many dietary supplements used by their older patients, with implications for medication optimization efforts.
New research funded by Kirin suggests that daily β-lactolin supplementation may improve mood, offering a potential dietary strategy to ease trait anxiety and perceived stress.
A novel high-protein, high-calorie drink by Nestlé Health Science, combined with personalized nutrition advice effectively treats malnutrition and sarcopenia, according to a new study.
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with iHerb expanding it pet care offerings, our preview for SupplySide West, four health conditions driving functional products growth in Asia, and the benefits of lutein for...
The NutraIngredients-Europe Awards will return in 2025 with three new categories and the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people and projects across the food supplements industry.
The KD Pharma Group has completed the acquisition of dsm-firmenich's Marine Lipids business after receiving all customer regulatory approvals. The transaction positions KD Pharma as the largest omega-3 manufacturer in the world.
dsm-firmenich has been awarded approximately €1.02 million in a patent infringement case relating to it biotin intermediate production technology.
Pectin extracted from citrus peels may reduce anxiety and depression scores in healthy people at doses as low as 10 g per day, with potent anti-inflammatory activity reported at higher doses, says a new pilot study.
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with New Jersey attempting to restrict access to select dietary supplements, Japan’s youth reporting being fatigued and anxious, UK guidance over caffeine in supplements and...
Dietary fiber may modulate the metabolic output of the gut microbiota, enhancing the availability of B vitamins and producing downstream immune benefits for the host, says a new study.
A new clinical trial from Romania shows that people who combine physical therapy with Qspine complex significantly improve back pain and mobility over three months.
Long-living people consistently have higher abundance of bacterial species linked to reduced risk of conditions like gout, osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease, says a new study from China.
A new report from Allied Market Research reveals that lifestyle factors like rising stress levels, irregular sleep patterns and increased awareness of sleep hygiene are driving consumer demand for sleep supplements.
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with U.S. herbal supplement sales rebounding, Gatorade launching an Hydration Booster, a special issue of Phytotherapy Research on ashwagandha and the NutraIngredients-Asia...
In a recent editorial webinar hosted by CosmeticsDesign and NutraIngredients, experts from the fields of nutrition and skincare gathered to discuss the growing trend of beauty from within.
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) identifies two brands making claims that cannabidiol (CBD) is suitable for consumption by children, but “legal and safe are two different things” according to expert opinion.
Experts are calling for papers for a special issue of Phytotherapy Research to address all aspects of the safety profile of ashwagandha. “There is no point in trading barbs or opinions,” said Dr. Thomas Brendler, one of the guest editors for the issue.
Novomins is carving a gap in the market with new product launches that seek to break taboos by supporting male and female intimate and sexual health.
Consumers continue to supplement mood to counter modern influences like ultra processed foods, lack of sleep, screentime and demanding schedules in a still stressed-out society increasingly focused on mental health as part of overall well-being.
An extract from bitter hops may reduce hunger and food cravings in fasting women, says a new study from New Zealand that found the product reduced energy intake by up to 14%.
Supplementation with a 10-element combination supplement alleviates neuropathic pain in patients with diabetic neuropathy, according to a new study.
Omega-3 fatty acids may slow the aging process, with the potential benefits weakening for doses over 1.1 g per day, says a new study from China.
NoAGE is tackling cellular health and longevity with a Monday-Friday supplement routine, targeting the core biological processes responsible for aging.