Archives for August 11, 2026

NI+FDA proposes mandatory GRAS notifications

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is proposing to make the currently voluntary GRAS notification system mandatory, giving the agency greater visibility into substances companies determine are Generally Recognized as Safe.

Verb’s oat-based postbiotic may boost keystone microbiota and improve mood

Daily supplementation with an oat-based postbiotic from Verb Biotics may enrich keystone species in the intestine, reduce pro-inflammatory biomarkers, and improve emotional wellness in healthy adults, says a new randomized, double-blind,...

NAD backs Force Factor ‘#1’ beet supplement claims

The dispute highlights how competing measures of market leadership can determine which supplement brands are able to claim the top spot.

AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics’ blend may improve multiple menopause symptoms

A probiotic blend developed by AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics may help improve menopause-related symptoms and quality of life in peri- and postmenopausal women.

Emerging supplement trends: What brands need to win in Asia

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Asia’s supplement market is growing at 14% CAGR, and winning brands are differentiating through targeted benefits, new formats and better manufacturing.

Combination supplement may improve football performance

Supplementing caffeine, taurine and phosphatidylserine may improve cognitive and performance-related outcomes in footballers, initial data suggests.

Study reveals poor knowledge of drug-supplement interactions among health practitioners

Healthcare professionals in Portugal may be ill-equipped to identify potential drug-supplement interactions, according to new findings, with researchers calling for better training and clearer clinical protocols.

China focus: Probiotic health foods rules, protein innovation opportunities and more

This round-up looks at news including China drafting new regulations for probiotic health foods, supplements sold via cross-border e-commerce (CBEC) violating Chinese laws, protein innovation and sports nutrition opportunities, and more.

Japan’s FFC sector: Fewer new products launched but market grew 4%

Fewer Foods with Function Claims (FFC) hit the Japanese pharmacies and supermarkets in FY2025, but the market size still grew by 4%, according to a new industry report.