Archives for January 28, 2025
January Launch Pad
From metabolic support to immune health to energy, January delivered on new launches.
Leading scientists issue warning about synthetic ‘kratom’
Scientists behind a newly formed research organization are bringing additional attention to the rising public health threat posed by 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), what is sometimes referred to as synthetic ‘kratom’.
Legal Lens: What do brands need to know about beauty-from-within before touting wellness benefits?
In this month’s Legal Lens, guest author Kelly Bonner begins her deep dive into the “beauty-from-within” space and what it means to operate safely within the sector.
Spirulina may repair muscle damage post-exercise, says animal study
Supplementation with spirulina may mitigate exercise-induced damage to muscles and the liver, according to research conducted on albino mice.
Growth and (missed) opportunities for the European probiotic market
This year opened with disappointment for the European probiotics sector, as the European Ombudsman failed to address the longstanding need for clearer guidance and harmonization of probiotics across the bloc. Despite this “missed opportunity” the market...
Study supports personalized Vitamin D for bone and immune health
A new study suggests that personalized vitamin D supplementation strategies may be necessary to optimize skeletal and immune health.
Energy drinks and acquisition opportunities – ADM’s 2025 beverage focus
Following the buyout of two ingredients and flavour businesses in the last two years, ADM remains vigilant for new M&A opportunities.
Japan amends nutrient labelling standards, on-label claim requirements based on new data
The Japanese government has amended labelling regulations based on new consumer data, which will see changes to nutrient labelling values as well as requirements to make on-label nutritional claims.
Calcium maltobionate intake could mitigate facial bone density decline in pre-, post-menopausal women – RCT
The continuous intake of calcium maltobionate could slow down the decline of bone density in pre- and post-menopausal women, according to a study in Japan.
CJ Bioscience launches gut microbiome test, aims personalised nutrition
South Korean functional health foods firm CJ Bioscience has launched a gut microbiome test kit and plans to tap on the data collected in developing personalised nutrition.