FDA clamps down on proliferation of 7-OH products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday that it is recommending a scheduling action to control certain 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) products under the Controlled Substances Act.
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Short-staffed FDA delays NMN citizen petition response
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has delayed its response to a citizen petition regarding nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), citing agency-wide staffing reductions and administrative setbacks.
BAPP Bulletin puts echinacea adulteration under the microscope
A new bulletin from the Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) details the latest adulteration and mislabeling detected in the echinacea supply chain. It reports the presence of undeclared Echinacea species and plant parts, as well as...
Synbiotic formula may support infant growth and protect against pathogens
An infant formula supplemented with six human milk oligosaccharides and two probiotics may support healthy, age-appropriate growth and improve gut health, according to new research.
Study highlights high incidence of ‘growing pains’ in young athletes
Idiopathic musculoskeletal pain may occur in up to nearly 94% of children and adolescents in sports academies and clubs, highlighting the need for early nutrition intervention.
Goodrays grows fast and gains £5m amid tightening CBD rules
Premium CBD brand Goodrays just completed a £5 million Series A funding round to meet surging demand. NutraIngredients spoke with CEO and co-founder Eoin Keenan about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
AG Barr sells Strathmore; acquires majority stake in The Turmeric Co.
Scotland’s AG Barr issues its half year trading update: completing the sale of bottled water brand Strathmore and acquiring a majority stake in functional shot brand The Turmeric Co.
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Probiotics from human milk boost physical and mental health in mothers
Breast milk is known to be good for infants, but research shows probiotics in this can benefit mothers too, opening avenues for maternal-infant products
Cell Biotech to enter Thailand and Philippines on the back of strong export growth
South Korean firm Cell Biotech looks to enter Thailand and The Philippines within the second half of 2025, on the back of continued performance as one of the top K-probiotic exporters.
Tocotrienols and cellular health: PhytoGaia embarks on second clinical trial
Malaysia-based PhytoGaia is embarking on its second human clinical trial assessing the potential effects of tocotrienols and plant squalene for cellular health and telomere preservation.
Bubs Australia appoints US-based Darigold exec as new CEO to drive US growth
Bubs Australia has appointed the former chief of Seattle-based Darigold as its new CEO as it seeks further growth in the US.