Archives for June 30, 2026
Lutein-zeaxanthin supplements may boost attention in teenagers: RCT
Daily supplementation with lutein and zeaxanthin may boost attention and processing speed in teenagers, says a new clinical trial that claims to be the first to study the effects of the carotenoids in teenagers.
UNPA to sunset at the end of 2026 with Israelsen’s retirement
After 34 years of industry leadership and advocacy, the United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) will conclude operations at the end of 2026, following the retirement of its founder and president, Loren Israelsen.
Regulation replaces discovery as biggest challenge for microbial innovation, say experts
The future of microbial innovation will be defined less by the discovery of effective organisms and more by the ability to navigate increasingly complex regulatory frameworks.
Whey boom fuels surge in protein processing expansion
From WPC80 to lactoferrin, dairy companies globally are investing in premium protein capacity to capture growth in the high-end sports nutrition and functional food space
The Protein Brewery raises €48.2M in Series B funding, sets sights on active nutrition and longevity
The Protein Brewery has added a further €18 million to its Series B funding round as it gears up to scale production capacity, drive sales in active nutrition, and advance research into the longevity benefits of its flagship mycoprotein ingredient,...
New study unlocks clinical potential for soy and lupin-based metabolic beverages
Lupin and soy protein drinks had beneficial effects on insulin sensitivity and improved markers related to fat metabolism, hunger hormones, and inflammation, according to a 5-week study in Mexican male adolescents with obesity.