3H Labs launch gotu kola extract in Europe and US
Korean nutraceutical company 3H Labs has launched its gotu kola extract, marketed as Himalca, in Europe and the United States in a bid to bring ‘natural wellness solutions’ to new markets.
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GOS gains traction in infant milk formulas: The science behind the trend
Nearly six in 10 (57%) infant formula products launched in 2025 contained galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS), reflecting a growing demand for GOS in early life nutrition. But what’s driving this trend?
Capitalizing on convenience: Huel launches RTD daily greens cans
UK-based nutrition company Huel has launched a ready-to-drink daily greens product, offering consumers the chance to swap out powdered formulations with a convenient canned beverage.
Cordyceps ‘boom’ on the horizon as novel food status of S. hepiali clarified
The European Commission has confirmed that Samsoniella hepiali, commonly marketed as cordyceps, is not novel and can be used in dietary supplements, marking a major milestone for the mushroom industry.
Turning trash into treasure: Researchers uncover benefits of upcycling cherry waste
Researchers from the University of Kent have deciphered a method to utilize cherry waste— upcycling bruised, soft or discolored cherries and transforming the pulp into a food supplement ingredient.
Global supplement use on the rise, yet ‘trust gap’ persists
Nearly half (47%) of global consumers are using supplements at least twice a week, according to a new report from HealthFocus International. However, there is a significant ‘trust gap’, with only 50% believing supplements can support health concerns.
Can curcumin support oral health?
Curcumin is reported to have a wide variety of benefits, from supporting joint health to cognitive function. Now, a new review suggests its anti-inflammatory properties could also benefit oral health.
Moderate exercise may boost brain function via gut microbiota
New research reveals moderate intensity exercise can enhance cognitive function in mice, and these benefits can be transferred to sedentary mice via fecal microbiota transplantation.
Navigating botanical safety: How useful is EFSA’s plant compendium?
EFSA recently released an updated version of the Compendium of Botanicals, an open-source database of thousands of plant species that are reported to contain substances of potential concern. But how valuable is this tool for botanical supplement...
Tariffs: Supplement industry responds to new EU-US trade deal
Following months of apprehension, US president Donald Trump and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen finally struck a trade deal which will see EU goods incur a 15% tariff in the US. But what does this mean for the European dietary...