London-based personalized nutrition company Bioniq has announced it will use the funds from its recent Series B funding round to further expand globally through “continued disruption of the dietary supplements market."
Much more is now known about how dietary supplements act on the body, but evidence surrounding the associated health effects is still building, according to a recently published digest of the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) 2023 Science in Session...
Increasing protein intake could reduce risk of constipation for men, while exceeding a certain level increases the risk for women, likely due to differences in gut microbiomes and hormones, according to a new study.
Brands need to stop treating women as one homogenous group and take note of the key white space in bone health, panelists agreed during the recent NutraIngredients webinar on women’s health.
With the growing focus on personalization, the industry should present authentic data and information rather than scaring consumers into purchasing, experts agreed at the recent Future of Food Summit in Geneva ahead of Vitafoods Europe.
Zoe has announced the results of its long-awaited trial comparing its personalized dietary program (PDP) to standard healthcare advice, but the publication has drawn criticism over methodology and results.
A new study reports that obese children have lower quantities of certain Bifidobacterium species and essential branched-chain amino acids, opening the door for new opportunities in personalized nutrition interventions.
Personalized approaches to vitamin D dosing could help the population meet uptake recommendations worldwide, suggests a paper published in the journal Nutrients.
Postmenopausal women with low bone mineral density may benefit from polyphenol-rich prunes if their guts contain certain microbes, according to research funded by the California Prune Board.
Personalised nutrition has been hailed as the future of effective nutrition. But how do consumers really feel about it? And is it truly the future of healthy eating?
A new systematic review delved into the potential for AI to advance personalized nutrition and research, identifying key areas of opportunity within dietary assessment, meal analysis, disease prediction and management.
Zoe, the UK-based personalized nutrition firm, has announced it will significantly reduce the size of its organisation after over-expanding the team during exceptional, but short-lived, growth last year.
Personalised nutrition has immense potential for extremely bespoke nutritional benefits to consumers. But for such a niche category, how does a company communicate this potential?
As use of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) by the general public builds, experts from the nutrition industry weigh in on the pros and cons of their use for long-term health.
Consumers are looking for innovative beauty care solutions that treat their appearance and mind together, but soaring retail prices mean big expectations.
PMS and menopause support, mental and emotional well-being, supporting active lifestyles, and creating tailored solutions are the key trends emerging in women’s health, according to industry experts.
Biotic supplements might not be enough without ‘gut conditioning’, Dr. Wilbert Sybesma, founder of consultancy firm Microbiome Solutions told the audience at NutraIngredients' Probiota event earlier this month.
ChatGPT is “unable to replace a healthcare professional’s consultation”, new research has concluded, following an assessment of the chatbot’s ability to handle prompts for nutrition advice for patients with multiple noncommunicable diseases (NCDs).
The costly nature of microbiome testing to provide personalised recommendations means brands should ensure added value with effective translation and follow-up services to support users to reach health goals.
Belgian startup Guud has developed a support network and supplement brand focused on menstrual cycle health to help the nine out of 10 women experiencing symptoms.
Berlin-based supplement startup Riise is preparing to launch its personalised microgranule nutrient blends to meet individual nutritional needs and health goals, overcoming the need for multiple pills and capsules.
The active nutrition category has a stable blueprint of trends, but consumers have fast-evolving needs so brands must focus on evolving their communication strategies to hit the right note with the modern customer.
The first product launches of 2024 are bringing sunshine to January with citrus flavours, vitamin C-rich superfoods and fruity magnesium-powered hydration drinks.
Personalised nutrition insights hub Qina has published a new white paper providing companies, practitioners and developers with an in depth framework for the ethical implementation of AI for personalised nutrition.
UK-based personalised supplement brand Nourished is addressing concerns over the variations in nutrient bioavailability found in gummy supplements, highlighting that its 3D printing technology and encapsulation process ensure precise dosages.
The potential for personalised AI-assisted health services to alleviate the strain on the healthcare system through a preventative approach is significant, however dataset strength and barriers to access pose notable challenges for widespread implementation....
Sports nutrition brand Revvies, founded by an Australian husband-and-wife duo, has attributed its success in the crowded sports nutrition category to the high-quality simplicity of its products that enables consumers to customize supplementation to differing...
After another year speaking to leading experts, digging into the latest science, discovering exciting insights, and delivering the latest scoop, the editorial team at NutraIngredients reminisces over its 2023 highlights.
Following strong trends in protein and immunity throughout 2023, Holland and Barrett predicts new consumer demands for natural energy alternatives, cognitive care, personalised hormonal support, and optimised hydration in 2024.
Probiota 2024 is two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
RemAnalytics has become a trailblazer in microbiome testing, setting itself apart by its ability to precisely quantify relative abundances at the strain level.
“Stop guessing which mass-made supplements to take. None are meant for you.”
–That’s a statement from Bioniq’s website, a company that offers personalized supplements using a patented algorithm. The London-based startup opened its doors in 2019...
NutraIngredients has unveiled the winners of its highly competitive Probiota Pioneers competition, set to showcase innovations in probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome research at the next, eagerly anticipated Probiota event in February 2024.
Tech startup The Gut Feeling is underlining the influence of lifestyle and stress on gut health, with its phone app providing personalised behavioural interventions for those suffering from gut-related issues ranging from dietary advice to sleep health...
Personalised nutrition could progress from mass customisation to full personalisation as companies leverage on factory automation, supply chain management, and 3D printing to increase the efficiency of providing customised products.
A new study in those with IBS observes that participants with more diverse gut microbiomes at baseline have significantly improved gut symptoms and quality of life scores following a fibre intervention, compared to those with lower diversities.
Consuming beverages with sodium and carbohydrates reduces necessary fluid ingestion quantities for recovery and improves rehydration in male athletes, a new study has concluded.
Personalised nutrition innovators need to better consider the entire ecosystem spanning health data collection and analysis, alongside new products, says an industry expert from Nestle.
It is paramount to create tangible health benefits and habit changes within the rapidly evolving personalised nutrition field, experts have said, highlighting the importance of scalability, simplicity, and integration.
The personalised nutrition market has seen a huge number of new players entering the field in recent years but this year has been 'brutal' in terms of closures, so what do innovators need to do to win in this category?
An expert has emphasised the potential for optimising adherence to personalised health advice systems for sports nutrition through employing behavioural change techniques, aligning advice by personality type, and adapting advice over time.
The shift from sports nutrition to active nutrition creates unique challenges and opportunities for brands, as they navigate the evolving consumer demands which have increased both risk and reward factors.
Experts have come together to discuss new techniques for body composition assessment in the wake of a newly published review recommending nutrition interventions in relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S).
Through new digital capabilities like health and wellness apps, retailers are looking to drive consumers to make healthier food and beverage decisions, as data and AI make personalized recommendations easier and more reflective of a person's diet,...
A new digital nutrition guide, ‘Noory,’ has launched to empower individuals to customise their daily meals according to specific health requirements, with the use of AI.
A review has explored how the differences between men and women might heavily influence the impact of nutrition on heart health, asserting that ignorance of such discrepancies may explain why some promising interventions appear to fail in later stage...
A new pilot study testing the efficacy of a digitalised personalised nutrition approach that integrates genetic profiles, microbiome composition, and physiological parameters, concludes it is highly effective in meeting unique needs and has the potential...
Research from the University of Bern, Switzerland, backs the usability of 'goFOODLite' software to provide nutritional analysis of meals from a single image but suggests advancements for improved accuracy.
