Pharmavite’s $250 million bet on gummies
The maker of Nature Made vitamins recently unveiled its state-of-the-art $250 million gummy production facility in New Albany, Ohio.
Archives for May 27, 2025
GLP-1 users lack vital nutrients, GNC reports
GLP-1 drug use is increasingly rapidly, with global spending projected to reach $131 billion by 2028. However, little is known about how these medications affect nutrient intake.
RCT supports probiotic BC99’s weight management potential
A new study from China has found that supplementation with Weizmannia coagulans BC99 may significantly reduce body weight and support weight loss in overweight individuals.
Microphyt’s BrainPhyt may improve cognitive function in older adults
Supplementation with a microalgae extract may improve cognitive function and perceived stress and mood state, according to new research.
Across the Nutraverse: Leite returns as Vitamin Shoppe CEO, in defense of taurine, announcing the NI Awards winners
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Fish oil may buffer offspring brain changes caused by maternal high-fat diet
Fish oil supplementation in rats diminished the detrimental effects of a maternal high-fat diet (HFD) on the offspring’s brain, according to a new study.
Indonesian researchers identify effective probiotic regimens for bacterial vaginosis treatment
A new systematic review led by researchers at Indonesia’s Universitas Brawijaya provides much-needed clarity on which probiotic strains, dosages, and treatment durations are most effective for bacterial vaginosis (BV) management and prevention.
Reproductive health linked to mitochondrial function, but awareness low - Kaneka
Reproductive health in men and women is linked to cell mitochondrial function, but there remains a big gap in consumer awareness in this area, said Japanese functional ingredient supplier Kaneka Corporation.
Vitafoods Europe 2025
‘Nutra is the future’: Why Indian Ayurveda giant Baidyanath is entering into supplements space
The 108-year-old Indian Ayurveda powerhouse Baidyanath is venturing into the global nutraceuticals market, having launched its first set of nutraceuticals products under the brand Siddhayu at Vitafoods Europe 2025.
South Korea to implement food safety self-inspection for firms using ‘simple processing’
Self inspections will now be allowed among South Korean food firms which utilise ‘simple processing’, in a bid to improve food safety.