OmniActive’s joint health product Muvz bolstered by new research
A recent clinical study highlights the efficacy of OmniActive’s Muvz, the company’s new proprietary blend for mobility, joint health and low back support.
Archives for March 18, 2025
ODS revisits pre-pandemic immune health supplement use
The Office of Dietary Supplements is calling for further research into the clinical relevance of dietary supplements marketed for immune health as the use of these products may impact nutrient intake and modify health behaviors.
SPINS on key shifts shaping the evolving sports nutrition market
Sports nutrition is becoming one of the top growing supplement categories, thanks to two major shifts in the past five years: The ‘sportification’ of non-athletes and the pandemic.
PUFAs in early life may protect against obesity: Study
Consuming plant-based fatty acids linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid during childhood and adolescence is associated with a lower risk of obesity and improved cardiometabolic health in young adulthood, says a new study from Sweden.
Microalgae extract may improve gut disturbances and mental health
A microalgae supplement marketed as ZenGut may improve gastrointestinal symptoms and promote positive mental health effects, according to new research.
NPA’s Fabricant on the tariffs, state restrictions, NMN and FDA
Companies are being advised to have one plan to deal with disruptions from tariffs with Mexico and Canada and then a longer-term plan for China. “What’s the long-term solution?” asks the Natural Products Association’s Dr. Daniel Fabricant.
Natural Products Expo West
Trendspotting at Expo West: Emerging flavors, textures and health benefits
Thousands of food and beverage companies debuted new products at Natural Product Expo West earlier this month – making it the perfect place to spot new breakout ingredients, certifications, claims, flavors and more
The wonderful world of adaptogens for beverages
What are adaptogens; why are they trending in better-for-you drinks; and how are brands using them to their advantage?
Brain boosters: How credible are dietary interventions for cognitive longevity?
Nutritional interventions have increasingly been shown to help maintain cognitive health as we age, but a Singapore-based longevity clinic has stressed the need for personalised approaches.
Ārepa to develop new blackcurrant-based prototype for cognitive and mood support in different product formats
Ārepa is developing a new blackcurrant-based prototype to expand beyond its current range of brain health products, which include beverages, powders, and capsules.
L’Oréal evaluating supplements that target skin, hair ageing
L’Oréal is evaluating how it could provide “added value” via oral supplements to help consumers address skin and hair ageing.
Singapore economy board calls for collaboration to ride on booming longevity health sector
Singapore’s Economic Development Board (EDB) has called for greater collaboration with the industry, researchers, and investors to advance longevity science, services, and product innovation coming out of the country.