Fasting mimetic may improve cardiometabolic health markers: RCT
A dietary supplement containing spermidine, nicotinamide, PEA and OEA may improve cholesterol levels, hunger measures and daily ratings of hunger and appetite, says a new study.
Longevity
NMN shown to suppress post-exercise inflammation
A new pilot study conducted in Taiwan showed that the supplementation of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) could lower inflammation in young men who have undergone blood flow restriction-resistance exercise.
Men’s health moves beyond muscle as data reveals a broader shift in wellness
Men are expanding their focus and looking past performance, with younger consumers driving demand for supplements, functional foods and GLP-1-related solutions.
Could specific shifts in oral bacteria negatively impact menopausal women?
Emerging evidence indicates that the oral microbiome may shift during female aging, with potential knock-on effects for periodontal risk and nitrate-related pathways.
‘Exciting’: Multivitamin-minerals linked to slower aging
Two years of daily supplementation with a multivitamin-mineral may slow aging in older adults, says a new data from the COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS), a large-scale, nationwide, randomized trial.
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.
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.
Pharmacy chain founder opens nutraceutical longevity start-up
Margarita Zhao, founder of a pharmacy chain and a pharmaceutical company in Inner Mongolia, has launched a nutraceutical start-up focused on longevity and healthspan products - at least for its initial launch.
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.
David Beckham’s IM8 Daily Ultimate Essentials supplement goes pro
IM8, the premium health and longevity brand co-founded by David Beckham and health sciences company Prenetics, has introduced a new clinical-grade version of its flagship Daily Ultimate Essentials supplement.
Expo West 2026 supplement preview: What’s happening on the show floor
Thousands of exhibitors across the natural products spectrum will descend on the Anaheim Convention Center for the 45th annual Expo West trade between March 3 and March 6.
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.
Tempeh extract may extend lifespan, for tiny worms at least
Extracts from tempeh, a traditional fermented soybean product, may extend lifespan for nematodes by 45%, says a new study.
SANS 2026: Cellular health, aging and older consumers in the spotlight
With a renewed focus on self-care and a deeper appreciation for healthspan, older consumers present an important and valuable demographic for the active nutrition sector.
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.
NutraCast: The hidden epidemic of unapproved research peptides
Banned Substances Control Group’s Oliver Catlin recently partnered with the Associated Press to expose something shocking: research peptides marketed as “laboratory chemicals” are flooding mainstream platforms like Amazon and Alibaba.
Biomarkers redefine skin aging at London summit
Last month’s Nutra Healthspan Summit brought growing interest in longevity-positioned skin care into sharper focus.
How science is tackling the aging crisis
During the recent Nutra Healthspan Summit, Professor David Weinkove revealed that what most people truly care about isn’t their biological age—it’s whether they can still walk, dance and enjoy life.
In data we trust: Elysium on building credibility in the longevity market
In the world of longevity products, there’s a fundamental problem: You can’t actually feel whether they’re working. Elysium Health’s Dan Alminana tackles this trust gap head-on, arguing that advanced diagnostics like RNA sequencing and DNA methylation...
The Vitamin Shoppe on how longevity is reshaping its retail strategy
The retailer is reshaping its stores to meet the healthy aging boom by creating dedicated spaces that do more than just display bottles—they educate shoppers on ingredients like NAD.
Pomegranate plus marigold extracts may boost NAD+ levels, mitochondrial health and physical performance
A polyphenol-rich blend of extracts from pomegranate and marigold may improve key biomarkers of mitochondrial health, energy metabolism, inflammation, cognition, physical performance and quality of life scores, says a new study.
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.
Spermidine-producing CRISPR probiotic may boost memory via gut-brain axis
A probiotic yeast engineered using CRISPR to overproduce and secrete spermidine may reduce age-related declines in short-term memory, says a new study using fruit flies.
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.
SSG 2025: ‘The potential of collagen is just beginning to be tapped,’ says industry insider
Collagen’s role in the U.S. nutrition market is expanding beyond beauty, influencing holistic wellness and driving consumer interest in multifunctional products that support appearance, mobility and long-term health, according to industry insights from...
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.
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.
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.
BodyBio takes cellular health mainstream with retail push
New Jersey-based supplement company BodyBio, which has primarily focused on cellular health over the past two decades, has expanded into Erewhon Market and Thrive Market retail spaces.
AI-driven skin tool visualizes lifestyle effects on health
SaaS technology company Haut.AI has released a new generative AI-powered SkinGPT Aging Model in collaboration with digital health platform Noom.
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.
Study links creatine to lower death risk
The market for creatine is expanding beyond the gym into the health and longevity space as mounting scientific evidence supports benefits spanning muscle health, brain function, energy metabolism and other elements of living better for longer.
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...