Personalised nutrition based on metabolism leads to better health, finds research
For the first time, researchers have demonstrated that cardiometabolic health can be improved thanks to a personalised diet based on metabolism.
Archives for February 13, 2023
Review calls for more studies on cinnamon and cognitive function
Cinnamon and its bioactive compounds may support brain function and slow cognitive impairment associated with neurodegenerative diseases, suggests a new review published in the journal Nutritional Neuroscience.
The market for pet probiotics is wide open
Poised for growth, a new report from Lumina Intelligence explores the gaps in the emerging category of pet-positioned probiotics.
More pet owners are searching for proactive pet health management, experts say
As owners treat their pets as part of the family, the market for pet supplements is booming, with robust growth predicted to continue for several years at least.
Mushroom supplements: market analysis calls for more rigorous quality control
A study analysing different mushroom-based supplements on the Italian market concludes more rigorous testing and quality control is required, after discovering widespread discrepancies between product composition and that stated on labels.
Sabinsa study elucidates blood sugar benefits of amla ingredient
Pharmaceutical corporation Sabinsa completed a 90 day, multicentric randomised open label trial of its Amla, aka Indian gooseberry, extract and concluded it could provide blood sugar benefits.
Insights from Probiota 2023
Yoba for Life: a starter culture project feeding African children
Non-profit organisation (NPO) Yoba for Life provided an inspirational story revealing the benefits of probiotic yogurt in East Africa, during NutraIngredients' Probiota conference last week.
Insights from Probiota 2023
Probiotic players must lobby for change as consumers want transparency and education, experts say
Consumers are keen to learn about probiotics and see the word on packaging, but EU regulation still leaves industry's hands tied with no harmonisation and poor institutional education.
Vitamin D supplementation could prevent postmenopausal conditions in women – systematic review
Large, single doses of up to 300,000 IU of vitamin D per day may significantly improve vitamin D deficiency in postmenopausal women, say researchers.
Japan focus: New FFC data, Suntory’s personalised nutrition endeavours and more
This round-up features latest research findings from Japan, Suntory’s foray into personalised nutrition, Nissin’s launch of LAB-containing FFCs, and more.
Fortified future? China set for mass fortification of staple foods to combat deficiencies – consultation open
China is considering mandating mass nutritional fortification for various staple foods in order to boost public health and combat nutrient deficiencies.
Innovative ingredients promote the growth of sports nutrition
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Iron and intestinal microbiota – avoiding adverse effects thanks to a new absorption profile
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Human microbiota is composed of over one thousand billion bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa, with a total weight of about 1.5 kg, which behave as a single organism and perform important functions for human health.
Glutathione flexes its ‘beauty’ muscles
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More than an effective hydration boost, and sports nutrition supplement, glutathione helps consumers achieve improved facial complexions, a common goal.