Trends boosted by pandemic will benefit plant-based omega-3s, developer says
The convergence of trends in the marketplace boosted by changes wrought by the global pandemic will further boost plant-based solutions, a product developer believes.
Archives for April 26, 2021
Nestlé confirms plan to purchase The Bountiful Co. in deal in $5 billion range
Swiss nutrition giant Nestlé has reportedly confirmed that it will acquire The Bountiful Co. prior to a planned initial public offering for the maker of Nature’s Bounty supplements.
Is pain relief from CBD all in your head? Researchers put placebo effect to the test
About 14% of Americans reported using CBD products—and the number one reason is pain.
Kemin's sleep ingredient shows promise in new study
Kemin Human Health and Nutrition announced the publication of a clinical study on their sleep ingredient DailyZz, a proprietary blend rich in naturally occurring polyphenols.
Considering Ashwagandha? 6 Reasons Why only Root is Best (Part II of III)
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Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is enjoying consistent growth and an outstanding reputation as a powerful natural ingredient for promoting vigorous health and wellness.
Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus
Startup wows dragons and sees sales soar overnight
A ‘superfoods’ supplement startup is on track to rack-up half a million pounds worth of sales this month after a heroic appearance on the popular investment programme 'Dragon's Den'.
RCT: High-dose strawberry supplementation reduces cardiometabolic risk in obese adults
Supplementation with freeze dried strawberries, equivalent to 2.5 servings a day, decreases serum insulin and concomitant insulin resistance in obese adults, according to a new randomised controlled crossover trial.
Collagen well positioned to respond to growing cosmetic and sports sectors, report says
The market for collagen peptide products are still a long way from their peak, a new report suggests as it cites probiotics and omega 3’s developmental paths as evidence that collagen’s product lifecycle is still at a very early stage.
Ireland’s authorities update nutrition advice for the country’s elderly
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has updated nutritional guidance for the over 65s in a move to improve the quality of life for an age group that in 2016, increased by 19% in Ireland to 630,800.
Clinically studied gummies: India’s Power Gummies reveals product launch plans, trial benefits, and brand ambassador
Indian nutraceutical brand Power Gummies has revealed plans to launch 40 new products in the next three to four years, as it unveiled its latest trial insights and a new A-List brand ambassador.
We want to hear from you! Help us shape the future of NutraIngredients-Asia
2020 was a year of changing business practices, challenged global supply chains, and skyrocketing sales of dietary supplements and functional foods as consumers took more control of their own health and wellness.
Protective effect of vitamin D supplementation on breast cancer risk may be overestimated - Systematic review
There is no significant effect of vitamin D supplementation on breast cancer risk and mammography density, suggesting that previous evidence may be overestimated, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials (RCT).