A new study led by researchers from Huazhong University of Science and Technology in Wuhan, China provides direct evidence supporting the personalized supplementation of synbiotics for immunomodulation.
Consuming resistant starch from potato may reduce levels of histamine, an inflammatory amino acid, and improve the integrity of the gut barrier, says a new metabolomics study from Canada.
Daily supplementation with ResBiotic’s resB Lung Support product formulated with probiotics and an herbal blend may boost lung health in asthmatics, says a new study.
In a conversation with NutraIngredients, Mike Hughes, head of research and insight at FMCG Gurus, explains the changing landscape of consumer preferences for products that promote healthy ageing.
Hifas da Terra, the Spanish medicinal mushroom supplement brand, has worked to maintain a leading position in the European market for over two decades through a focus on continuous scientific substantiation.
Chinese researchers say that oral probiotics is a better option than topical probiotics in treating inflammatory skin conditions, as it mediates the intestinal microbiota that in turns help regulate skin health.
With the gut microbiome holding the key to almost every aspect of our health, from digestion and immunity, to hormonal balance and skin health, it should perhaps come as no surprise that healthy ageing may well start with the promotion of beneficial gut...
A 50/50 blend of inulin and arabinoxylan may decrease energy intake during a meal, according to a new double-blind, randomised, acute-within-chronic, crossover feeding trial.
A new umbrella meta-analysis observes that probiotic supplementation containing Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and/or Saccharomyces species results in significantly improved oxidative stress status and antioxidant markers.
A gut hormone for controlling appetite may also help maintain the health of the gut microbiome by preventing helpful fungi from turning into more problematic forms.
A new randomised controlled trial observes improved cognitive function test scores for learning and memory, following intakes of the Lactiplantibacillus plantarum probiotic HEAL9 (LPHEAL9) in moderately stressed individuals.
A new RCT notes that those with type 2 diabetes had significantly reduced average fasting blood glucose levels following intakes of a Lactobacillus and Oenococcus-containing kombucha drink, when compared to the control group.
A new review spotlights the vital bidirectional communication between the oral and gut microbiomes and their combined involvement in the development of conditions such as irritable bowel disease (IBD), highlighting unique prospects for targeted health...
Dietary supplementation with a specific Lacticaseibacillus paracasei probiotic strain may improve the function of the endothelium and overall heart health in people with metabolic syndrome (MetS), says a new study.
Flavanols can protect and restore gut barrier integrity following exposure to stressors such as obesity, and gut-related disorders such as coeliac disease, but future research should look to reveal personalised differences in bioavailability.
Researchers have published the first pediatric obesity study to show that a synbiotic treatment, alongside diet and exercise advice, is associated with both changes in intestinal microbiota composition and decreases in BMI.
There is good evidence to support the development of biotic supplements and functional foods to aid mental health via the gut-brain axis, a new review has concluded.
A new meta-analysis and systematic review finds that supplementation with Lactobacillus and/or Bifidobacterium may significantly decrease BMI, fasting glucose, insulin, triglycerides, and cholesterol levels in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D).
A new review has analysed the potential of the polyphenol Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) to address microbial dysbiosis in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Optimal nutrition is becoming ever more important in a world where the infant gut microbiome is exposed to extreme challenges from day one of life, due to habitually medicalised deliveries.
Arla Foods Ingredients has partnered with experts at the health and nutrition firm Health and Happiness Group (H&H) and researchers at APC Microbiome Ireland to collaborate on a project focused on diet for early-life cognitive development.
Supplementation with the probiotic strains Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Lacticaseibacillus paracasei can have a signifitcant impact on the faecal metabolome in children with coeliac disease autoimmunity.
A new review emphasises the potential benefits of females supplementing with probiotics from childhood, following the identification of the occurrence of dysbiosis in obese women suffering with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
Beneo, the producer of functional fibre ingredients, has announced the launch of its first barley beta-glucans ingredient, Orafti β-Fit, for heart health.
Researchers have concluded that probiotic supplementation could hold the key to maintaining balance and diversity of the gut microbiota in the face of shift working disruption.
New research reveals 'remarkable changes' in gut bacteria, fungi, and faecal metabolites in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, providing novel insights into new therapeutic approaches to improve bone health.
A next generation probiotic may support immune health, vitamin B12 production, and offer a range of other health benefits, with one commercial product already in the market formulated with the beneficial bacteria.
UK-based Enbiosis Biotechnologies presented its novel microbiome modulation research last week at Probiota Americas after taking top honors as the conference’s Scientific Frontiers winner.
A new RCT finds that following an 8-week supplementation period with a probiotic in those with major depressive disorder (MDD) taking anti-depressants, scores for depressive symptoms were significantly improved.
A recent review has shed light on the interplay between gut microbiota, the immune system, and cognitive health, highlighting their profound impact on human well-being, particularly in children.
People who consumed foods with medium and high levels of live microbes had better health markers, including decreased blood pressure, BMI and insulin levels, says a recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition.
Supplementation with Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (Bifal) and arginine (Arg) could have “a major impact on improving human cognition, especially in old adults”, according to a recent study in mice.
Nebraska-based Synbiotic Health has reported data from genomic evaluation in vitro testing that reveals that B. adolescentis, iVS-1, produces gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and Folate, expanding the strain’s known attributes and representing an enhanced...
In this NutraIngredients podcast, Justin Green, director of scientific affairs at Epicor - a Cargill brand - provides a visualisation of how pro, pre and postbiotics differ from one another, with explanation of the benefits of working with postbiotics.
Some microbes in the gut microbiome of humans and mice may help control the buildup of plaque in arteries by consuming a group of inflammatory chemicals before they can circulate in the body, new research suggests.
Aubrey Levitt, CEO and co-founder of Postbiotics Plus Research, speaks to NutraIngredients about the current market growth of postbiotics, but underlines the key areas that should be addressed by the industry to ensure the continued success of the category....
A new review has noted the significant dysbiosis and loss of microbial diversity occurring in COVID-19 patients, highlighting the potentials for targetted probiotic dietary interventions.
French pharmaceutical company Biocodex has acquired the precision probiotics biotech firm TargEDys in a move set to accelerate its development globally.
A recent NutraIngredients webinar hosted by Chr Hansen, gave insight into the critical role a mother plays in the health of her child before giving birth, exploring opportunities for synergistic biotic supplementation.
A new literature review highlights the positive results of studies investigating microbiome modulatory treatments for allergies in children, including prebiotic and probiotic dietary interventions.
A probiotic candidate isolated from Korean angelica may may significantly reduce body weight and improve blood lipid levels for lab mice fed a high-fat (Western-style), says a new study.
A new randomised controlled trial reports that, in subjects suffering from functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs), abdominal symptom relief was significantly greater following consumption of freeze-dried blueberries when compared to a control group....
