Archives for May 24, 2023

NutraWomen Wednesday: Bente Jeanette Foss, Chief Technology Officer at GC Rieber VivoMega

Whether she’s lacing up her running shoes or putting on a lab coat, Bente Jeanette Foss runs on determination.

Microbiome Briefing

The role microbiota-gut-brain axis plays in stress management

The rise of dietary supplements to help manage stress was one of the big success stories from the pandemic years. While much of this success was linked to products containing adaptogenic herbs (we’re looking at you, ashwagandha), the past couple of years...

Poll reveals knowledge gap around metabolic health

SP Nutraceuticals has released the results of a recent poll showing that North Americans know little about metabolic dysfunction but suffer widely from its symptoms. The Canadian company suggests that AvoB, a novel bioactive found only in certain...

Vitamin D: deficiencies may cause cascade of adversities in those with glucose dysregulation

A new systematic review reports that type 2 diabetic (T2D) patients with vitamin D deficiencies may have an increased risk of developing an array of adverse health outcomes.

Vitafoods 2023 highlights: Sustainability

Prioritising sustainability is a necessary step towards building a more resilient food system for future generations, and one which many companies at Vitafoods 2023 were keen to acknowledge.

Arla launches EAA-rich alpha-lactalbumin infant formula

Arla Foods Ingredients has launched a new alpha-lactalbumin-rich infant formula ingredient to help meet the growing need for low-protein formulations.

Nutrition Asia

Nutrition for hair health: NPD opportunities abound for hair loss and growth products

Hair, skin, and nail supplements is a staple for women’s nutraceuticals but companies are seeing opportunities to target specifically on hair loss concerns with more specialised products entering into the market.

Synthite’s nutra brand NatXtra partners with eKart to deliver products to consumers in 48 hours

NatXtra, the nutraceutical brand of India’s spice producing firm Synthite, is gearing up its online retail by partnering logistics firms that offer delivery to consumers within 48 hours.

The rising star? South Korea project to set national guidelines for personalised nutrition sector

The South Korean authorities are beefing up the nation’s personalised nutrition sector, having selected research institutions and companies in a five-year project to establish guidelines for the flourishing category.

Better drinking: Our FREE Healthy Beverage Innovation interactive broadcast event is open for registration

Our free-to-attend Healthy Beverage Innovation interactive broadcast is coming to you this July – register your attendance today!