Trendlets
Trendlets: Gut health, GLP-1 and alternative protein
How are the trends of gut health, weight management and alternative protein consumption impacting food and beverage innovation?
Archives for October 20, 2025
Brain gains: Formulators add choline to pre-workout stack
Paid for by Balchem
The active nutrition market is evolving as consumers take a more holistic approach to sports performance. Enter choline – the nutrient that bridges the gap between muscle and mind.
Breastmilk prebiotic may improve metabolism and boost cognition for older adults: RCT
Dietary supplementation with the human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2′-fucosyllactose boosted the growth of Bifidobacterium in the guts of older adults and improved a range of metabolic measures, says a new study from Stanford University and Abbott Nutrition.
VC-H1 offers plant-based alternative to traditional collagen in US market
Freeman Nutra Group has partnered with Rawga, Inc, to launch a hibiscus-derived ingredient, VC-H1, into North America, with claims of matching the peptide profile of animal collagen while offering key formulation, sustainability and cost advantages.
Opinion
Will Lactalis cut Fonterra’s farmers loose?
A political storm is brewing Down Under as Fonterra’s shareholders vote on the co-op’s megadeal with Lactalis
Study: Formula may support preterm infant bone health equally to donor milk
Supplementing mother’s milk with formula supports healthy bone metabolism similarly to exclusive mother’s milk feeding, without increasing the risk of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in preterm infants, according to new research published in Nutrients.
Across the Nutraverse: Lead in protein powders, herb extracts for healthspan, counterfeit responses
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Calling microbiome focused start-ups and scientists: We want you!
Entrepreneurs and researchers have just a few more days left to enter our Probiota Pioneers and Frontiers competitions.
The second-gen Akkermansia revealed: Amuc_1100 protein is key to efficacy
Paid for by Bonerge Lifescience
To deliver Akkermansia’s full range of health benefits, a focus on its core active ingredient Amuc_1100 is essential. How does the development of second-generation Akkermansia unearth its full potential?
チャイナ フォーカス：IPA中国事務所開設、Primal Power Nutrition、新規規制
本特集では、国際プロバイオティクス協会（IPA）の中国事務所開設、香港のスポーツ栄養スタートアップ、中国における新規・強化規制などに関するニュースをまとめています。
サプライヤー動向：AstaReal、森永乳業、AAK
今回のSupplier updateでは、アジア太平洋地域のニュートラシューティカル市場を牽引するサプライヤー企業を特集。AstaRealが子供向け眼の健康サポートにおけるアスタキサンチン活用で進展を遂げているほか、森永乳業の気分サポート用ポストバイオティクスの 断固とした姿勢で取り組む世界展開など、各社の動向を解説しています。
サイエンス ショート：注目されるホエイプロテイン、アシュワガンダ、PEA
今回のScience shortsでは、ホエイプロテイン、アシュワガンダ、パルミトイルエタノールアミド（PEA）に関する新たな知見を含む、健康と栄養に関する最新の研究成果を取り上げています。
トレンド トラッカー：Q-コマース、プロテイン化、マグネシウム
インドにおけるクイックコマース急成長、食品・飲料における「プロテイン化」、オーストラリアでマグネシウムサプリメントが人気を集める背景について詳しく解説します。
ジャパン フォーカス：キリン、森永乳業、NMNの毛髪への可能性
キリンや三菱商事ライフサイエンスの研究成果、森永乳業の気分サポート向け初のポストバイオティクスなど、日本のニュートラシューティカル企業と市場の最近の動向を キャッチアップ。
Fibre boost shifts gut bacteria, improves bowel-related QOL in healthy adults: Japan study
Four weeks of added dietary fibre meaningfully shifted gut bacteria and improved how healthy adults felt about their bowel function, according to a double-blind, randomised controlled trial conducted by Japanese researchers.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2025
Immune support and more: Holistic formulation trending in Vietnam and beyond
Multi-benefits immune care which goes beyond the use of only vitamin C and D is now the trend, says the winner of NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2025’s Immune Support Product of the Year.
Japan focus: Kirin, Morinaga Milk, NMN’s potential for hair and more
Catch up on recent developments in Japan’s nutraceutical firms and market, including research findings from Kirin and Mitsubishi Corporation Life Sciences, Morinaga Milk’s first postbiotics for mood support, and more.
A physics first approach to botanicals - backed by data for today’s consumer
In paid partnership with Greenspace Herbs
Greenspace Herbs puts frequency guided botanicals on center stage at this year’s SupplySide Global. How are they poised to enhance women’s vitality, metabolic balance and endurance?
Redefining colostrum for muscle recovery with indication-specific science
Paid for by Maolac
Colostrum is a complex biological fluid with significant benefits in sports nutrition. New study underscores its benefits for muscle recovery and performance.