Rep. Langworthy continues push for Dietary Supplement Regulatory Uniformity Act
The bill aims to clarify federal preemption so that supplements meeting FDA requirements are not subjected to a patchwork of laws at the state level.
Archives for April 30, 2026
Health Canada publishes prebiotics monograph
Health Canada’s Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate (NNHPD) has published a monograph for prebiotics, establishing a clear set of rules and the basis for health claims in Canada.
Protein: Beating the formulation challenges
Consumers want protein – but they demand drinks that taste good
Vitafoods show floor preview: Exhibitors 0-Z
With just four days until Vitafoods Europe (May 5–7), we offer a third instalment of exhibitor previews providing a sneak peek at what will take place on the show floor.
Vitafoods Europe show floor preview: H-N
Featuring more than 1,600 exhibitors, Vitafoods Europe 2026 is set to bring more than 30,000 delegates to Barcelona next week (May 5–7), making it the largest show to date.
Create Wellness vows to defend itself against class action on creatine gummy claims
A lawsuit against Create Wellness alleges the company is falsely advertising that its gummies contain more creatine than they do. The company said it will vigorously defend itself.
April Launch Pad: Personalized wellness, ingestible beauty and gut health
From beauty-from-within to hydration to microplastic defense and next-gen energy formats, this month’s launches highlight how brands are rethinking everyday wellness with more targeted, lifestyle-driven solutions.
ADM research highlights microbial benefits for psychological symptoms
A new ADM study indicated that individuals with sub-clinical anxiety showed improvements in microbial balance, vitality, and stress scores after taking probiotics and postbiotics.
Vitafoods set to be most expansive and immersive yet, director reveals
Vitafoods Europe has expanded its show footprint by 20% this year with a new hall and updated zones and networking spaces, in response to continued sector growth and rising demand for innovation-focused content.
Givaudan research: Zensera lemon balm supports the mind during stress
New research indicates the Givaudan’s Zensera lemon balm extract provides acute mind and mood support in situations of heightened cognitive stress.
Plant extract for muscles? Taiwan RCT shows improved hand grip with napiergrass
A 12-week RCT from Taiwan reported that the supplementation of the plant extract Pennisetum purpureum Schumach could improve hand grip strength in adults showing signs of early-stage sarcopenia, such as low muscle mass and reduced muscle strength.