Probiotics developers push boundaries of product categories
Probiotic supplements are widely promoted as a general way to support gut microbiome and promote health, but what about condition-specific probiotics?
Archives for June 4, 2020
Pet supplements are hot end of already sizzling CBD market
CBD is skyrocketing in popularity and you don’t have to go far to find it. It’s available online, at CVS and even at your local pet supply store.
PLT says BSCG certification will boost bona fides of new sports ingredient
Certifications will be an increasingly important part of the future sports nutrition marketplace, says PLT Health Solutions as it announces a new verification of one of its new ingredients.
NAD cites superfood marketer for video implying coronavirus claim
The National Adverting Division has joined in the battle against coronavirus disease claims by advising a company marketing a superfoods blend to take down a video that NAD says crosses the line.
Fermented foods: How many lactic acid bacteria actually reach the gut?
Fermented foods are a rich source of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), which are potentially probiotic. But when such foods are consumed, how many LAB become part of the microbiome?
Foods to improve mental wellbeing ‘may prove recession proof’
Functional food and beverages that are seen to improve mental health could be set to be a ‘recession proof’ sector, claims market researcher MMR. It says its new data highlights innovation opportunities as consumers seek new strategies to manage their...
FrieslandCampina Ingredients launches Biotis health and wellness ingredients
FrieslandCampina Ingredients has announced the launch of Biotis - a new range of health benefit solutions aimed at supporting health and wellness throughout all life stages.
Comment Piece
Has sports nutrition lost its protein bar?
The dilemma seemed to develop quite suddenly. I was writing an article on trends in the sports nutrition category and I found myself unsure what new product developments I should, or could, include in the piece.
EHPM: ‘Plant claims regulation must prioritise choice, consumers and harmonisation.’
Facilitating informed choice, consumer protection and market harmonisation are the priority, says an industry group in response to a document evaluating claims made on plants and their preparations.
PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
Industry Movers: Firmenich, Algaia and Cambridge Commodities
The nutrition industry has seen a wave of appointments and departures at ingredients suppliers, manufactures and producers. NutraIngredients presents a round up of the key moves in the EMEA region.
Milk powder for immune health: Jatenergy launches new probiotic, lactoferrin dairy range
Jatenergy has developed two new lactoferrin-enriched milk powder products as market interest in immune-strengthening functional foods continue to grow amid COVID-19.
Asia’s cholesterol explosion: Diet a key contributor to huge rises across the region – new data
High blood cholesterol has increased in populations in lower- and middle-income countries, with Asia bearing the brunt of the rises, while rates have declined in high-income countries since 1980, according to new data.