How beauty and wellness are converging: Insights from Unilever R&D head
From the brain-skin axis to scalp care, we discover more about Unilever’s future focus on wellness.
Personalization & tech
Urine test and immune status: Kirin studies new ways to measure pDC activity
Kirin says it plans to develop a “simple” method to measure plasmacytoid dendritic cells (pDCs) activity - which is indicative of a person’s immune status - after a recent research showed links between pDC activity and urine test results.
Roelmi HPC opens new biotech division devoted to biofermentation
Sustainable nutraceutical ingredients developer Roelmi HPC has launched a new division with a production and research hub focused on innovation through fermentation and the circular economy.
New EpiFinder GenomePro offers advanced research potential
Epigenomica AB has launched a ‘cutting-edge’ platform which aims to advance epigenomic research and support development of therapeutics for aging and longevity.
How green technology techniques can optimize turmeric extract
New research has evaluated supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) and ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional methods for extracting curcuminoids.
Solar Foods on cracking $10bn whey isolate market with ‘food from air’
The Finnish start-up is turning its attention to the US, where it hopes to disrupt the health and performance market
Great Earth pioneers green innovation with fiber caps roll-out
Swedish supplements brand Great Earth has rolled-out fiber-based caps across its portfolio, reducing plastic content by 95% and contributing to Europe-wide targets.
Myoform debuts personalized nutrition platform
UK-based Myoform is launching its new personalized nutrition platform after 18 months of beta-testing with a group of elite athletes, biohackers and everyday Joes. The initial focus is on its home market with expansion plans for the United States for 2026.
Sustainability September
NutraCast: Why GLP‑1s, sustainability and TikTok are the next frontier of wellness
Nielsen IQ recently released its The Next Frontier of Wellness Report. The leading global consumer intelligence company identified several trends shaping the industry.
Is the gut-skin-brain axis the future of beauty innovation?
As the beauty-from-within trend gains scientific momentum, our special broadcast will explore this topic with experts in this field.
Advancing microencapsulation opportunities with plant exosome innovation
Plant-derived exosomes offer a new opportunity for microencapsulated active botanical ingredients with additional health benefits.
Longevity and skin health: what’s coming next?
How will the longevity skincare movement evolve? This November, a brand-new summit in London will bring together some of the industry’s biggest players—including Estée Lauder Companies and L’Oréal—to explore what’s next for this hot topic.
Global supplement use on the rise, yet ‘trust gap’ persists
Nearly half (47%) of global consumers are using supplements at least twice a week, according to a new report from HealthFocus International. However, there is a significant ‘trust gap’, with only 50% believing supplements can support health concerns.
Researchers ‘rewire’ bacteria to produce more vitamin K2
A recent study from Rice University focused on metabolic engineering strategies that cause L. lactis to overproduce K2 in order to make it more sustainable and cost-effective.
AI clampdown on ‘faux-zempic’ claims: Do more rulings lead to better compliance?
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has turned up the heat on unauthorized health claims, using its AI monitoring tool, but will the sheer number of rulings dilute their impact, or will they help change marketing behaviour?
How athlete microbiome research could shape the future of personalized nutrition
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.
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.
Personalized nutrition reaches ‘zone of innovation’ in Europe: Time to coax the cautious consumers
Global data reveals a shift toward individualized wellness, but with European consumers more cautious to adopt new technologies, there are steps the industry can take to encourage engagement.
From basement to breakthrough: How ProDigest redefined gut research
For 17 years, Belgium-based ProDigest has advanced science by creating models of the intestinal tract to support research globally.
What international brands need to know about APAC’s booming beauty-from-within market
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.
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.
Cyber attacks: Arrests made as industry fights back
A wave of cyber attacks has exposed deep vulnerabilities in the food sector’s digital defences. But industry is getting wise to the threat
Myota advances personalized fiber research as ‘fibermaxxing’ continues to trend
TikTok users are looking to maximize fiber intake in the latest nutrition trend, but new research from the prebiotic fiber supplement brand Myota highlights just how different individual responses to fiber can be and why the trend might be an...
Developing detox probiotics: Scientists work to undo global damage of ‘forever chemicals’
Cambiotics is working to commercialize probiotic strains capable of eliminating harmful chemicals from the human body, with potential to improve the health of people across the globe.
How to compete with GenAI giants? Balance tech and data with human touch
Possibly the two biggest trends in health today, GLP-1 agonists and GenAI, will shakeup the personalized nutrition space in a major way. Mariette Abrahams discusses how she sees things playing out.
Canomiks launches tool to substantiate supplements
Minnesota-based Canomiks recently introduced WhatToTrust, a no-cost, app-based tool developed by Harvard Medical School and Emory University scientists to help consumers make informed choices about wellness products.
Husband platform offers men personalized supplement recommendations
A new platform harnesses men’s blood work and provides DNA-based guidance to inform them about the supplements they should take to improve their health.
Tackling the ups and downs of microbiome personalization
The microbiome industry can learn lessons from 23andMe to improve consumer engagement with testing products, says Noah Voreades, managing director at GenBiome Consulting.
The Vitamin Shoppe 2025 Health & Wellness Trends: Proven efficacy meets modern lifestyle
This year’s health and wellness trends reflect a consumer evolution away from influencer-driven fads toward science-backed, lifestyle-focused wellness, signaling a deeper convergence of innovation and shifting priorities, according to The Vitamin Shoppe.
ANS Start-Up Stars: Minutia.ai talks revolutionizing sports nutrition with personalized microbial insights
Recently named one of NutraIngredients’ Start-Up Stars, Minutia.ai harnesses the full potential of artificial intelligence, using probabilistic AI solutions to predict individual responses to gut microbiome interventions.
Thorne introduces new Scientific Advisory Board of longevity, human performance and women’s health experts
Personalized health company Thorne just announced the formation of its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), a move the company said will help advance scientific rigor, innovation and personal performance in evidence-based wellness optimization.
New city, new scale: Vitafoods Europe 2025 expands in Barcelona
More than 21,000 visitors are expected to attend Vitafoods Europe in Barcelona from May 20-22, and there are a few changes this year.
Spate reveals top supplement trends, according to Google and TikTok
The supplements and ingestibles category has experienced steady growth from March 2024 to February 2025, with search and views on Google and TikTok up 19.3% from the year before.
Meet the experts behind the Active Nutrition Summit 2025
The Active Nutrition Summit 2025 will convene top industry leaders, researchers and innovators in Vienna from June 23-25 to explore the latest market trends, innovation and scientific advances shaping the active nutrition landscape.
NutraCast: Radicle Science’s co-founder on AI accelerating personalization and why diversity matters
McKinsey’s ‘Future of Wellness’ report found that nearly one in five consumers and one in three millennials in the U.S. prefer personalized wellness solutions. Pelin Thorogood of Radicle Science says that today, more than ever, advanced technologies like...
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...
Precision fermentation’s space jaunt will boost scope for earth
Alternative protein experiments in space could bolster the technology on earth
Addressing vitamin D deficiency through personalization
Vitamin D supplementation is most effective when administered with a personalized approach, according to a study published in Clinical Nutrition.
Scottish biomanufacturer secures £1.1 mil for plant cell culture advancements
Scottish biotech company Green Bioactives, which uses its proprietary Plant Cell Culture Technology platform to produce plant-based natural products, has secured a grant of up to £1.1 million from Scottish Enterprise.
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.
Want the health protocol of a top athlete? A new platform may offer just that
Athletes like LeBron James are often asked about what personal fitness and health regimens they follow to stay at the top of their game.
UPF ‘risk scale’ launched by Zoe to tackle ‘scaremongering’
A milestone in the UPF metrics debate as health app Zoe poses solution to “scaremongering”
Anti-aging reimagined
How the beauty industry’s focus has switched from fixing wrinkles to science-focused ‘prejuvenation’.
Big Interview
Nestlé‘s global head of food safety on digital and AI
Challenges to food safety continue to come thick and fast for businesses both big and small. But for giants like Nestlé, the consequences of getting it wrong are colossal
AI for nutra: Finding supporting evidence and refining products key opportunities
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly gaining traction in the nutra space, with opportunities arising in finding supporting evidence on how nutraceutical ingredients work and refining existing formulations, according to Insilico Medicine.
Science shorts: New findings on tocotrienol, lutein, zeaxanthin and more
In this round-up, we bring you the latest research findings on health and nutrition, including new findings on how consuming tocotrienol-enriched oat could improve fasting blood glucose and lutein, zeaxanthin’s benefits for dry eyes.
Scientists uncover new method to monitor dietary intake through stool samples
Researchers have developed a new data-driven tool which can estimate dietary and nutritional intake from a fecal specimen.
How to level up your social media game
During the recent Sports and Active Nutrition Summit, Clinton Calder of ROCKON MEDIA shared insights on how brands should approach social media.
Continuous glucose monitoring may have reached point of maturity
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) may be transitioning back from “hype” tech to a more practical health management tool.
How real is the threat of AI washing?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming nutrition, with new platforms offering personalized health solutions. But as apps and websites claim AI-powered advice, how real are these claims—and what risks does AI-washing pose?