The next supplement wave: The rise of water-free wellness
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Archives for February 24, 2026
‘Pink gold’: Vivici launches fermentation-derived lactoferrin
Dutch company Vivici has launched a precision fermentation-derived lactoferrin, a whey protein, and announced it has achieved self-affirmed GRAS status for the ingredient in the United States.
Cristiano Ronaldo takes ownership role in Herbalife’s Pro2col
Herbalife Ltd. announced that Cristiano Ronaldo has invested $7.5 million in the company’s Pro2col technology platform, taking a 10% equity stake in HBL Pro2col Software, LLC, the subsidiary that owns the asset.
SPINS: Protein still reigns but fiber, hormone support gain momentum
Scott Dicker, senior director of market insights, SPINS, stepped away from the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit to share that active nutrition and performance supplements have led the vitamins and supplements category for the fifth consecutive year,...
Why Arla wins through protein and trend-driven drink formats
Arla Foods’ record-breaking 2025 was forged by carefully-executed long-term strategy. Here’s how the dairy co-op has gone from strength to strength
Probiotics and fiber fuel gut health category growth at Holland & Barrett
Holland & Barrett is seeing strong growth in the UK gut health market, driven by women’s and children’s probiotics, functional drinks, and fiber supplements, category director Jessica Pasco told the audience at the recent IPA World Conrgess + Probiota 2026.
Multi-strain bifidobacterium blend could support frequent-flyer health needs
Probiotic supplementation may improve gut stability, sleep, fatigue, emotional well-being, immune defense and microbial function during short-term international travel, according to a new study.
Study: Improved vitamin D status in first weeks of pregnancy linked to nausea
Women who raised their vitamin D status from a deficient or insufficient state to a sufficient state in early pregnancy were more likely to experience nausea and vomiting compared to those who were already sufficient, according to a new study.
Manuka honey maker Comvita taps lozenge, flavor innovation to capture new growth
Manuka honey maker Comvita is capturing new consumers through product format and flavor innovation, following its earlier experiments on synergistic formulations, with success in lozenges a case in point.