Probiotics and synbiotics can act as a complementary therapy for blood sugar management and controlling diabetes, according to a recent review published in Clinical Nutrition.
Clasado and Probi's new synbiotic concept increases production of lactate and short-chain fatty acids to provide superior benefits when combined, according to new research.
Synbiotics, the combination of probiotics and prebiotics, may reduce weight gain attributed to antipsychotic medication, according to a review published in the journal Translational Psychiatry.
Probiotic supplementation has been shown to increase stool frequency in adults suffering from constipation, new findings from a meta-analysis conducted by Chinese researchers have shown.
The biotics industry is undergoing a transformation, largely directed by customer reviews, proprietary and generic ingredients, synbiotics, and personalisation, according to ecommerce insights service Lumina Intelligence.
U.S. microbiome health start-up Verb Biotics and Israeli computational biology company Evogene have entered a collaboration agreement to develop new probiotic strains that produce microbial metabolites with advanced properties for precision health.
A synbiotic formula (SIM01) developed by Hong Kong firm GenieBiome in collaboration with the Chinese University of Hong Kong has been shown to alleviate multiple symptoms of post-acute COVID-19 syndrome (PACS), while also benefiting children after their...
Supplementation with a prebiotic-probiotic combination may help with some long COVID problems such as fatigue, memory, concentration and gastrointestinal upset, says a new large study from Hong Kong.
A new RCT reports significant reductions in visceral fat following intakes of a synbiotic containing Bifidobacterium animalis and inulin over a 12-week period, when compared to the control group.
New 'striking and enlightening' pilot research indicates a daily synbiotic drink can reduce fatigue and improve focus within six weeks of intervention.
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.
Prebiotic dietary fiber and probiotic live microbes interact in the digestive tract in ways that may change the capacity of either biotic to improve health, according to a recent study.
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 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.
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...
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.
Synbiotic supplementation helped improve body composition, antioxidant status, and the gut microbiota of overweight and obese individuals, but had little impact on obesity.
The new RTC in elderly and type 2 diabetic individuals finds that in the group administered a SIM01 synbiotic formulation, there were significantly less reported adverse health outcomes.
The new study finds that those suffering with Fibromyalgia (FM) administered the synbiotic showed a significant reduction in the inflammatory marker IL-8, as well as perceived stress and anxiety levels.
A new meta-analysis has found supplements containing Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum may be a promising prevention and therapeutic strategy in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM).
A new randomised controlled trial notes a significant reduction in markers of inflammation in children taking medication for ADHD, whilst SCFA levels were shown to increase, following administration with a synbiotic composed of lactic acid bacteria and...
The International Probiotics Association has announced it is expanding its scope to cover a broad range of ‘biotics’ in response to industry growth and market demand.
Adam Baker, director of science at Chr. Hansen, discussed recent in-house clinical trials observing an amplified response following administration of probiotics with HMOs, compared with pre- or probiotics given alone, at Probiota last week.
Infancy is commonly recognized as a critical time period for microbiota to colonize the gut. And when it comes to adults, it seems there is a new probiotic launched everyday. But what about those in the middle? What do we know about the gut microbiomes...
Evonik Industries has launched a new line of synbiotics under the brand 'In Vivo Biotics' to cater to key consumer health concerns including beauty-from-within, mental health, and gluten intolerance.
Research suggests that a novel synbiotic supplement comprising Bacillus subtilis and L-alanyl-L-glutamine (Ala-Gln) can improve glucose parameters and generate weight loss in individuals with pre-diabetes.
Patients administered with a daily synbiotic supplement showed marked reductions in the indicators of Functional Diarrhoea (FDr), in a recently published RCT.
Dilution of the prebiotic message is a concern for the category even as it grows, a trade organization official says. And new methods of constructing prebiotic molecules could further complicate the issue, another expert says.
From the phage opportunity to microbiome modulation for athletic performance, the science around HMOs, synbiotic mechanisms of action, and the gut-brain axis, the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota is not to be missed.
Daily consumption of a pediatric synbiotic supplement may improve the number of spontaneous weekly bowel movements in children with intermittent constipation, says data from a new randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.
Nebraska-based Synbiotic Health has acquired a 43,000 sq.ft facility in Madison, WI which will be dedicated to the development and commercialization of advanced probiotic ingredients for improved health.
The administration of probiotics and prebiotics may improve sexual function and fertility in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to a double-blind, randomised clinical trial has conducted.
The HMO opportunity, synbiotic mechanisms of action, phages, personalisation, and the gut-brain axis are just some of the topics to be explored at the 2023 event in Barcelona, Spain.
Tate & Lyle and APC Microbiome Ireland have filed an international patent for novel synbiotic fibre technology shown to have positive effects on metabolic health.
Obese children may benefit from a synbiotic combination of probiotics and a prebiotic, with 12 weeks of supplementation linked to significant decreases in body weight, BMI, and waist size.
Probiotic formulators are increasingly turning to prebiotics like dietary fibres, polyphenols, fructo-oligosaccharides and lactulose, with 51% of probiotic supplements tracked by Lumina Intelligence containing a prebiotic of some kind.
A new review has found reason to believe in the neuroprotective potential of probiotics and prebiotics. But the complex nature and lengthy progression of neurodegenerative conditions means convincing proof is still lacking, the researchers said
Microbial sciences company Seed Health has expanded into the pediatric space with a new synbiotic formulated with 9 probiotic strains and a fiber-based prebiotic.
Infant formula enriched with milk fat globule membrane, omega-3 fatty acids and synbiotics improves brain function in healthy children, a new study suggests.
An industry-academia-led review suggests that probiotics and synbiotics may improve child growth with strains Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG and Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota showing beneficial effects.
A new study has found that soymilk-honey fermented with a strain of Lactobacillus plantarum significantly reduces a blood biomarker of osteoporosis in menopausal women, thanks to its synbiotic impact.
The consumption of a synbiotic formula is able to restore gut microbiota in infants delivered via caesarean section, such that their gut flora is similar to those born via vaginal delivery, according to new findings from Danone.
From daily dietary microbe intake recommendations to emerging health endpoints like PCOS and weight management, and understanding the changing retail landscape, the exceptional content at the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas Digital Summit continues...
