WSGN on how GLP‑1 drugs are reshaping beauty and wellness innovation
GLP‑1 drugs like Ozempic are changing beauty needs, driving demand for products targeting skin laxity, hair loss and emotional well-being. Here’s how brands can respond.
Longevity
Could a gut microbe improve muscle strength and slow sarcopenia?
A species of gut bacteria may be associated with higher grip strength in humans and could convert muscle fibers to fast-twitch (type II) in mice, says a new study from researchers in Spain and the Netherlands.
NAD+ boosters may also boost gut microbes and beneficial metabolites: Nestlé data
The NAD+ boosting effects of nicotinamide riboside (NR) and nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) may be linked to the action of the gut microbiome on these compounds, says a new study from Nestlé.
Nestlé launches longevity drinks following nutrition and health science merger
Global food giant Nestlé is expanding its presence in the longevity space, launching a new range of science-backed nutritional drinks designed to support energy, focus, sleep and overall vitality.
Resveratrol supplements may improve signs of skin aging: Lallemand RCT
Oral supplementation and topical application of trans-resveratrol may help improve women’s skin health parameters by reducing wrinkles and boosting sebum levels, says a new study using Lallemand’s Veri-te resveratrol.
One biohacker’s blueprint for healthspan optimization
Shawn Wells, RD, a biochemist and formulator with 25 years of industry experience, recently shared his daily healthspan optimization routine at the Nutra Healthspan Summit in London.
Biomarkers redefine skin aging at London summit
Last month’s Nutra Healthspan Summit brought growing interest in longevity-positioned skin care into sharper focus.
Behind L’Oréal’s bet on longevity science to extend skin healthspan
L’Oréal is pioneering longevity science with AI-driven diagnostics, personalized beauty solutions and advanced ingredients to extend skin healthspan.
The hallmarks of aging: Distilling complexity into a long healthy life?
The supplement industry has shifted from studying isolated pathways to exploring a complex web of interdependent hallmarks of aging to connect changes at the cellular level to quantifiable healthspan outcomes.
Are SIRT1, SIRT3 and SIRT6 the skin’s anti-aging trinity?
Sirtuins are a type of enzyme that regulate crucial cellular functions like DNA repair, metabolism and aging, and new research from Estée Lauder Companies demonstrates just how important they can be for skin longevity.
Expensive longevity products: ‘There’s got to be a premium payoff for the consumer’
At the Nutra Healthspan Summit held last month in London, a striking contradiction was revealed: NAD research searches skyrocketed while actual consumer purchases nosedived.
Retail giant says timing is everything when it comes to product success
Healthspan innovation means moving fast on trends without losing sight of solid nutrition science, according to Rachel Kreider, vice president of product innovation and science at GNC.
Anti-aging methods for the gut microbiome: Focus on optimization, not rejuvenation
“The gut requires a different strategy from much of the aging field,” said researcher Dr. Sean Gibbons at the recent Nutra Healthspan Summit.
Collagen Activator supplement improves skin and reduces biological age: Study
Six months of supplementation with a specific combination of amino acids, alpha-ketoglutarate, astaxanthin and vitamin C may reduce biological age by 1.4 years, says a new study published in npj Aging.
Buck Institute expert on the challenges of aging research
There is huge excitement from the nutrition industry and consumers around healthspan and longevity, but clinical trials to study aging can be challenging because of the number of participants and durations needed. And don’t forget the troublesome...
Leap of faith: Still early years in the healthspan supplement market
Against the backdrop of an increasingly longer-living global population, academics, entrepreneurs, influencers and investors are exploring the intricacies involved in the proactive pursuit of agelessness.
dsm-firmenich on targeting select hallmarks of aging for measurable effects
The hallmarks of aging are all connected, but not all are amenable to dietary intervention. Ingredient giant dsm-firmenich is focusing on four specific hallmarks that can be targeted via supplementation.
Bioiberica explores further potential of low-dose undenatured type II collagen
Bioiberica presented new clinical evidence that its Collavant n2 ingredient can support articular cartilage in healthy individuals at the recent Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE).
Urolithin A may counteract age-related immune decline and inflammaging
Daily supplementation with MitoPure urolithin A may help maintain immune function with age and protect against inflammaging, says data from a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Supplier round-up: Spotlight on Probi, Rousselot, Aker BioMarine and more
This round-up looks at the supplier firms driving new developments across Asia-Pacific’s nutraceuticals market, including Probi’s triple win at the NutraIngredients Awards, Rousselot expanding footprint of its patented cartilage matrix ingredient in...
5 functional beauty drinks driving innovation
The trend for functional beauty drinks doesn’t seem to be waning anytime soon. Take a look at five of the latest innovations in this space.
Hallmarks of aging, ingredients, microbiome and skin: Nutra Healthspan Summit to explore the longevity opportunity
The inaugural Nutra Healthspan Summit will take place in London on Nov. 12 and 13, featuring a star-studded line-up of speakers who will cut through the hype to explore our current knowledge and understanding around aging and where nutritional approaches...
Across the Nutraverse: Lead in protein powders, herb extracts for healthspan, counterfeit responses
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
NutraIngredients reimagined: Relaunch provides global insights and region-specific coverage
We’re thrilled to share some important updates to NutraIngredients that will enhance how you engage with our content.
dsm-firmenich launches three-step pack to tackle cellular senescence
dsm-firmenich has launched a three-step solution to tackle cellular senescence, as part of its research and innovation in targeting the hallmarks of aging.
Longevity supplements: How are consumer demands shifting?
As the popularity of longevity and healthy aging supplements continues to grow, consumers are starting to demand more from brands, according to Sophie Chabloz, co-founder and chief science officer of Avea.
Unlocking human healthspan: Personalizing nutrition according to gut bacteria
Research reveals the vast potential of the microbiome to guide the best nutrition interventions for a range of indications, including weight loss and cognitive health.
The paradigm shift from healthy aging to healthspan
Healthy aging was once the focus for older consumers interested in joint, bone or cardiovascular health products, but an important shift is happening as talk of cellular aging, healthspan and longevity are permeating mainstream discussions, says Nick...
Cellular health might be next big trend in ageless consumption
Blue zones, biohacking and reversing the biological clock. These are all relatively new buzz words which have made their way into mainstream discourse, causing a drive in demand for the next generation of anti-aging solutions.
Can NMN and NR improve muscle mass and function?
A recent review concluded that NAD precursors nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) and nicotinamide riboside (NR) are unlikely to support muscle mass and function in older adults. But does this review paint the full picture?
Review underscores ergothioneine’s anti-aging potential for cognitive function
Ergothioneine, an ‘under-recognized’ compound, may improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of age-related neurodegenerative disorders, says a recent review that highlights the ingredient’s potential in the emerging healthspan category.
Announcing the Nutra Healthspan Summit: Where science drives strategy for a longer, healthier life
NutraIngredients is proud to announce a new event that will bridge the science and business of nutritional interventions for boosting healthspan and improving cellular aging: Save the date for the Nutra Healthspan Summit!
The importance of cultivating the ‘microbial garden’ for longevity
Speaking at the Yakult Science for Health symposium last week, healthy aging experts highlighted that healthy aging depends not just on diet but on tending to the ‘microbial garden’.
What’s next for longevity in beauty?
Longevity, defined as extending lifespan while maintaining health and appearance, has emerged as key trend in 2025. This sector is evolving rapidly, with current developments indicating significant potential for future growth and innovation in the beauty...
Brands must shift focus as consumers reject aging narrative
Brands must shift messaging from quick fixes to long-term health goals as ageless consumers reject the aging narrative, says Nick Morgan, managing director of Nutrition Integrated.
Can cultivating purpose extend longevity and health span?
As the field of longevity science becomes more nuanced, scientists are now calculating factors that go beyond just the understanding of topics such as biological age and health span.
Data from 70,000 individuals informs epigenetic supplement range
After years of analyzing data from nearly 70,000 individuals, epigenetics testing brand Muhdo is stepping into the supplement game with a precision-formulated nutrient range, Muhdohub.
Sirio advances anti-aging science with new research institute
Global nutraceutical manufacturer Sirio Pharma has launched a new research institute dedicated to anti-aging science and the development of innovative health and longevity products.
Behind the beauty supplement that claims to “reverse biological aging by up to 12 years”
We spoke to the CEO at Swiss beauty and longevity brand Niance about its new innovation Epigen12 Cell Renewal.