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The IPA World Congress + Probiota is less than a month away with must-see speakers on Day 1 including Dr. John Hale, Muriel Gonzalez, Ewa Hudson, Dr. Koen Venema, Meghan Taylor and more!
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Americas Pioneers session and present their company in Vancouver.
Deadline for entry is March 6, 2026!
Are you researching the latest state-of-the-art developments related to prebiotic, probiotic, postbiotic and microbiome science relevant to human health, well-being, consumers and industry? If so, we would like to hear from you!
Danish start-up Bactolife has secured over €30 million in its Series B investment round, enabling the company to commercialize its novel gut health solution: binding proteins.
A new trend report examines why consumers are tapping into functional foods over supplements for fiber, how GLP-1 users are driving prebiotic adoption and why diverse fiber formulations outperform single-prebiotic strategies.
During a press conference Wednesday, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced new dietary guidelines that flip the traditional food pyramid on its head.
The 19th annual International Scientific Conference on Probiotics, Prebiotics, Gut Microbiota and Health (IPC) is heading to Kraków, Poland from June 22 to 24, 2026.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Guest article
Each year, my reflections seem to circle back to film. Maybe it’s because movies often mirror our own journeys, tales of challenge, resilience and purpose.
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.
The rising demand for healthy aging supplements has taken the industry by storm, with the cellular health category leading the charge. But are microbial interventions a forgotten aspect of this conversation?
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.
“The gut requires a different strategy from much of the aging field,” said researcher Dr. Sean Gibbons at the recent Nutra Healthspan Summit.
Biohm Technologies has added a research laboratory in Atlanta to accelerate its pipeline of fungal and bacterial probiotic and postbiotic ingredients.
Dietary supplementation with the human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2′-fucosyllactose boosted the growth of Bifidobacterium in the guts of older adults and improved a range of metabolic measures, says a new study from Stanford University and Abbott Nutrition.
From the brain-skin axis to scalp care, we discover more about Unilever’s future focus on wellness.
With the launch of a new laboratory in Paris-Saclay, Danone plans to ‘push the boundaries’ of microbiome science and advance its work in personalized nutrition.
Utah-based Lifevantage has acquired microbiome-focused direct sales company LoveBiome to deepen its position in the gut and cellular health categories.
Persephone Biosciences has commercialized its infant and toddler synbiotic following the ‘largest-ever U.S. microbiome study’ and growing industry focus on early-life microbial health.
A compound derived from seaweed may help protect the gut microbiota during antibiotic therapy.
The gut-skin-brain axis is scientifically proven to influence skin health, mental well-being and overall beauty. Stress and inflammation are major factors impacting the skin-gut-brain axis, with new research highlighting how interconnected they are.
Sustainability September
Nielsen IQ recently released its The Next Frontier of Wellness Report. The leading global consumer intelligence company identified several trends shaping the industry.
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) supplementation may regulate specific microbiome activity, support a balanced inflammatory response and aid in maintaining healthy triglyceride levels, says a new study with Gencor’s Levagen+ ingredient.
Deadline for entry is 24 October, 2025!
Are you researching the latest state-of-the-art developments related to prebiotic, probiotic, postbiotic and microbiome science relevant to human health, well-being, consumers and industry? If so, we would like to hear from you!
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Pioneers session and present their company in Dublin.
As awareness of gut health grows, so do more specific areas of the microbiome, such as gut-brain axis, the gut-skin axis and the gut-hormone axis. For women, this hormonal link is the estrobolome, which encompasses the bidirectional communication system...
A combination of Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus could restore a healthy gut microbiota in very-low-birth-weight (VLBW) babies, according to new research published in Nature Communications.
CosmaxNBT is tapping into the multi-benefit trend by combining popular wellness goals, such as metabolic boosters, mood enhancers and digestive aids into one convenient formulation.
Described by one recent attendee as “the bridge between science and marketing”, the IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026 is returning to the Emerald Isle for its 12th edition.
By formulating a dairy drink that specifically caters for weight loss medication users, Danone has set a new standard with Oikos Fusion
New research reveals moderate intensity exercise can enhance cognitive function in mice, and these benefits can be transferred to sedentary mice via fecal microbiota transplantation.
Lacticaseibacillus paracasei NB23 improved multiple markers of metabolic and muscle health in healthy participants, according to a study published in Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins.
A new clinical study has investigated the potential of neurocosmetics, concluding that it “signals a paradigm shift within dermatology and cosmetic science,” which also brings many complexities for future NPD.
An in-vitro study demonstrated that the proprietary ingredient Benicaros (carrot rhamnogalacturonan-I, or cRG-I) can potentially deliver gut microbiome benefits in dogs of all sizes.
Consuming a probiotic yogurt before academic exams may help students protect their gut microbiota from stress-related disruptions, says a new study from KU Leuven and Danone Research & Innovation.
The Innovation in Women’s Health category, first introduced in 2022, set out to identify innovators that our judges could confidently call the ‘best of the best.’
Microbiome research has evolved rapidly over the past few decades, but it is now at risk of losing credibility, warns microbiologist Dr. William DePaolo.
The supplementation of the probiotic strain Bifidobacterium breve BBr60 has been shown to improve metabolic and gut health in an eight-week trial.
Chicago-based ClostraBio, Inc. has announced that an independent expert panel has confirmed the self-affirmed Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status of its Anaerostipes caccae CLB101 probiotic strain. The designation clears the way for ClostraBio to...
An infant formula supplemented with six human milk oligosaccharides and two probiotics may support healthy, age-appropriate growth and improve gut health, according to new research.
The 2025 Product of the Year winners were recently revealed during the 8th Annual NutraIngredients-USA Awards.
Research into the gut microbiomes of elite athletes could unlock new possibilities for personalized nutrition, said Dr. Paul Cotter, chief technology officer at SeqBiome and head of food biosciences at Teagasc.
Tiny Health received this year’s NutraIngredients-USA Start-up of the Year award for its innovative, science-driven approach to improving child and family health through precision gut microbiome testing.
Inulin may be better for blood sugar management in overweight or obese people, while fructooligosaccharides (FOS) may help manage homocysteine levels for people with a healthy weight, says a new study.
A new functional microbiota index has shown promise for identifying gut bacteria signatures that may be linked to obesity.
Swimmers’ performance could benefit from a synergistic blend of specific probiotics and omega-3s, new research conducted in professional athletes finds.
Long at the forefront of beauty innovation, APAC markets like Japan, China and South Korea are now driving growth in holistic beauty and personal care. Here, we examine the emerging trends and patterns defining the space.