Tests carried out on collagen peptides suggests they may play a role in reducing the intensity of knee joint pain in healthy adults, potentially delaying the onset of chronic degenerative joint diseases.
Ireland’s Kerry has agreed a strategic licensing partnership with Japan’s Pharma Foods International Co. Ltd. for the development, application and global sales of a joint health ingredient technology for functional foods and dietary supplements.
A curcumin-fenugreek complex (CurQfen) may produce greater improvements in joint pain, stiffness, and physical functions in people with osteoarthritis compared to glucosamine-chondroitin, says a new study from India.
A combination of eggshell membrane plus fish oil may provide “rapid relief” of joint pain and stiffness after exercise for healthy adults, according to results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
Collagen peptides are making their way into everyday use food categories, according to ingredients supplier Rousselot. Their inclusion in formulations allows manufacturers to differentiate with various health messages - and even unlocks the door to reformulation...
Eggshell membrane could be the key ingredient to help the sufferers of knee pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis. Nearly one quarter of US adults struggle with the condition.
A new study on Natreon’s AyuFlex botanical ingredient shows decreased joint pain and increased mobility among a study population of overweight adults. It’s part of the company’s strategy to support entry into new markets with hard data on its ingredients.
Athletes and active people in general tend to put more wear and tear on their bones and joints. But unlike protein or energy, bone & joint supplements aren’t as easy to market as a sport nutrition product.
Can you make inflammation claims regarding joint health? How do you differentiate products in the bone health sector where so many products are based on calcium and vitamin D?
The retail value of products containing Pycnogenol, a potent antioxidant from the bark of the French maritime pine tree, is estimated to top $500m, according to bosses at producer Horphag Research.
NutraIngredients-USA.com is hosting the first virtual conference dedicated to bone and joint health, showcasing the latest trends and strategies for this multi-million dollar segment.
Certain joint health supplements may offer benefits but only under certain conditions and specific doses, but there are no such question marks over safety, says a new review from Asia.
A patented collagen ingredient may be twice as effective as glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health, according to results of randomized, double-blind study.
Chinese supplier Fenchem is diversifying its presence in the joint health sector by announcing the non-GMO (genetically modified organism) status of its sodium hyaluronate (HA) offerings.
A joint health ingredient is set to make its entry into the US food
and beverage arena following a new partnership between Wild Flavors
and Diversified Natural Products (DNP).
Unigen has been awarded a new patent on the use of free-b-ring
flavonoids from Chinese Skullcap, adding value for customers using
its Univestin ingredient in joint health products.
InterHealth's collagen ingredient UC-II performed favorably in an
study on arthritic dogs, delivering a 62 percent decrease in
overall joint pain in arthritic dogs. If the results are repeated
in humans, it could boost the ingredient...
Chinese ingredients supplier Fenchem is introducing a vegetarian
form of hyaluronic acid (HA) called Hymax for use in dietary
supplements, helping to expand use of the ingredient in oral joint
health products.
Rising consumer demand for non-prescription jointcare remedies,
backed up by new research out this year, will create a positive
climate for growth of newer entrants to the joint health sector,
believes UK company Gee Lawson.
Indian glucosamine supplier Pharmed Medicare started production at
a new facility near Banaglore last week, adding a further 500 tons
in yearly capacity for the firm, reports Dominique Patton.
Naturade announced yesterday that it has begun shipping a new line
of celadrin joint health products to rival gluosamine alternatives
already on the market.
A new ingredient, said to contain more than 60 trace minerals, is
being billed as the next joint health supplement and is set for
launch on the European marketplace next month.
