Prebiotic potential of high tannin sorghum strains quantified in study
The prebiotic potential of polyphenols found in certain strains of sorghum has been identified and quantified in a new study out of the University of Nebraska.
Archives for October 3, 2022
Women in Nutraceuticals has arrived
Global nutraceutical leaders formed the new non-profit organization to amplify the voices, perspectives and the advancement of women in the industry.
Cranberry expert says NYT article repeated time worn, disproven supplement stereotypes
The author of a recent newspaper article on the effectiveness of cranberries in cases of urinary tract infections erred in using only physicians—and not the researchers themselves—as sources, an expert says. The article repeated many of the same...
Breast is best: How can infant formula get as close to human milk as possible?
That ‘breast is best’ is undisputed by experts. How can innovation help infant formula manufacturers replicate the real thing?
Energy beverage developed for consumers with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Consumers with Irritable Bowel Syndrome are the target market for UK start-up Fodilicious, which has developed a line of low-FODMAP energy drinks.
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Alzheimer’s research startup Neuro-Bio looking for skin biomarker
A leading neuroscientist and Oxford University startup are working with Unilever and Beiersdorf to investigate whether there might be a skin biomarker for Alzheimer’s disease.
AlgaeCal partners with OsteoStrong to promote bone building
AlgaeCal will retail its bone-building supplements in OsteoStrong’s membership-based wellness franchises starting this month. The partnership, which AlgaeCal Founder Dean Neuls says “couldn’t be more perfect”, launches in 10 beta locations across the US.
Biotech firm Conagen scales up high-purity salidroside production
Massachusetts-based Conagen has announced the commercial production of its 99% pure salidroside, harnessing the adaptogenic potential of the Rhodiola rosea plant through bioconversion.
Single ashwagandha dose may exert cognitive performance: Study
One 400 mg dose of an ashwagandha extract may improve working memory and maintain reaction times, says a new study from scientists at Texas A&M University, the University of Wisconsin, and Increnovo LLC.
ISSFAL supports 'important role’ for omega-3s for lower pre-term birth risks
Women with low omega-3 levels in early pregnancy would benefit most from omega-3 supplement to reduce the risk of pre-term birth, according to a new statement from the International Society for the Study of Fatty Acids and Lipids (ISSFAL).
No benefit of vitamin D on COVID-19 vaccine efficiency, say researchers
Vitamin D supplementation does not influence the efficacy or immunogenicity of SARS-CoV-2 vaccinations in patients with sub-optimal levels prior to vitamin treatment, according to a new study.
聚焦日本：麒麟、富士化工荣膺 NutraIngredients-Asia 大奖，花王新推出全新产品等
本期新闻汇总将重点介绍获得 2022 年 NutraIngredients-Asia 大奖的日本企业、花王补充剂上市、政府对膳食补充剂使用情况的调查等。
聚焦中国：了解屈臣氏、伊利、晟明花园、恒天然的最新发展动态
本新闻汇总聚焦中国健康营养领域的最新发展动态，包括来自屈臣氏、伊利、晟明花园和恒天然的最新发展动态。
品牌动态：晟明花园推出新款益生菌，希腊公司在新加坡推出功能性食品等
本期新闻汇总介绍了营养品牌的最新发展动态，包括雀巢晟明花园品牌针对中国儿童配制的新款益生菌，希腊公司在新加坡推出的新款功能性食品等。
科学短报：印度新冠疗法试验，脱脂米、浆果用于控制血糖
阅读有关健康营养学的最新科学研究，包括一项评估新冠患者补充维生素 D 和锌有何功效的新试验，以及使用脱脂米和浆果来控制血糖。
趋势追踪：免疫力、美容、健康老龄化和口喷剂 VMS 方面的增长机会
了解亚太地区健康营养品行业的潮流趋势，特别是在免疫力、美容、健康老龄化领域，以及消费者对新型维生素和矿物质口喷剂领域日益增长的兴趣。
China focus: See new developments from Watsons, Yili, Garden of Life, Fonterra
This round-up will look at the latest developments in China’s health and nutrition sector, including updates from Watsons, Yili, Garden of Life, and Fonterra.
CurCousin™: Sabinsa’s Patented Calebin A - Promotes Healthy Metabolic Function
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CurCousin™ is Sabinsa’s branded ingredient containing Calebin A, a curcumin analog naturally present in Curcuma longa and Curcuma caesia (black turmeric).
NutraChampion podcast episode 34
Innovation opportunity: Newly crowned NutraChampion sees huge scope to cater to Thailand’s ageing population
Like several Asian countries, Thailand is experiencing a greying population. While interest in healthy ageing is high, the level of innovation for this category of products remains relatively low.
Fish oil supplementation improves information processing in kids – 12 week-RCT
The supplementation of fish oil has been shown to improve the ability to process information in children, according to a 12-week RCT conducted in Thailand.
Nutritional support for active women
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Active women today are interested in products that can support their active lifestyle, giving them the strength and energy to tackle each day head-on. Foods, beverages, and supplements that contain bioactive ingredients can help them do just that.
Supporting body-mind wellness with whole microalgae
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Globally, consumers are looking for ways to improve their overall health, including their mental wellbeing. Many of us live a stressful life, juggling a demanding work environment, family, relationships and many more responsibilities.
Preventing AAD in children through advances in probiotics
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The risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea (AAD) in children has long been an ongoing medical conundrum. Could the findings of a three-year clinical study provide a breakthrough?
A science-driven ingredient for energy, focus, motor speed and performance
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Citicoline, a clinically studied ingredient shown to support mental energy, focus, motor speed and attention for athletes, gamers and casual sports enthusiasts of all ages.
Probiotics: supporting gut microbiota in a pandemic world
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The Covid-19 pandemic has changed our lives in multiple ways. With emerging evidence that the virus can cause alterations in the microbiota, supporting gut health has never been more important.