May 9th 2024
A recently published study investigated the impact of 30 mg tablets of SunActive Fe Emulsified Microsomal Ferric Pyrophosphate (EMFP) for the treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA) in pregnant women.
Nektium has announced the results of new research demonstrating the mood and stress-relief benefits of its Vanizem botanical extract.
May 6th 2024
Probiotic supplementation was associated with the reduction of conjugated bile acids, cholesterol levels, and the oxidation of LDL cholesterol.
May 2nd 2024
The challenges of translating consumer demands to validated scientific measures, and vice versa.
May 1st 2024
The study shows that its Collavant n2 can alleviate joint discomfort in healthy subjects.
Standardized black seed oil may support acne prone skin according to a recent study
The oil, standardized to 3% thymoquinone and less than 2% free fatty acids, was found to inhibit opportunistic pathogens associated with acne.
Nutritional Outlook’s 2023 Best of the Industry Awards, Ingredient Supplier: PLT Health Solutions
2023 was a prolific year for the research-rich supplier, which announced or submitted for publication five separate branded ingredient studies this year.
Proprietary valerian extract supports sleep quality in recent study
A recent study found that a proprietary valerian extract from OmniActive Health Technologies improved overall sleep quality in subjects with sleep complaints.
Witholytin®: Ashwagandha with Integrity
Webinar Date/Time: Wed, Dec 13, 2023 11:00 AM EST
Ginger extract from OmniActive Health Technologies may help manage occasional constipation
A recent study found that a standardized ginger extract called Gingever from OmniActive Health Technologies may help manage occasional constipation.
Proprietary probiotic blend may be effective adjuvant to dyspepsia treatment
A proprietary probiotic blend marketed as Lacidofil Strong by Lallemand, may be an effective adjuvant to antibiotics for the treatment of dyspepsia.
Sex-positive: Supplements for women's libido are on the rise
As more women seek products to support their sex needs, the availability of women-focused sex-health supplements is growing.
Botanical supplement containing hemp-derived cannabinoids supports sleep and stress in recent study
The product from MDBio contains CBD, CBN, L-theanine, hops oil, valerian oil, and low levels of THC.
Ashwagandha supports stress and fatigue in recent study
A recent study found that a standardized ashwagandha extract (Witholytin from Verdure Sciences) helped reduce perceived stress and fatigue in men and women.
Tomato carotenoid supplement supports skin barrier strength in recent study
Results showed that subjects taking the tomato carotenoid supplement saw a significant improvement in skin barrier strength as well as skin firmness and elasticity after 12 weeks.
Can probiotics manage metabolism, mood, and body mass?
If the gut-brain axis connects our microbiome and mood, mass, and metabolism, can probiotic supplementation support all three?
CRN responds to research letter about the increased pediatric use of melatonin
The Council for Responsible Nutrition has issued a statement in response to a recent research letter that the organization says raises unnecessary alarm about the pediatric use of melatonin.
Harnessing AI to develop new dietary supplement ingredients: 2023 SupplySide West report
The promise and limitations of harnessing AI in new product development.
A recent rat model of glaucoma found that a proprietary spearmint extract supports oxidative stress and inflammation in eye neural tissue
Supplementation with the proprietary spearmint extract called Neumentix had a dose-dependent impact retinal ganglion cell density, oxidative stress and inflammation in a rat model of glaucoma.
Recent study finds that supplementation with strawberry powder may support cognitive health and mood
The study found that supplementation with a whole-fruit strawberry powder positively impacted memory and mood in subjects.
Tapping into fungi’s potential: 2023 SupplySide West Report
Current innovations and building a future for fungi ingredients.
Active nutrition’s new stars: 2023 SupplySide West Report
Suppliers discussed their latest and greatest efforts in active and performance nutrition, ranging from a new gut-muscle-axis ingredient to a landmark study in female athletes.
First children’s study on lutein, zeaxanthin for eye health: 2023 SupplySide West Report
OmniActive Health Technologies is now touting this new study on its Lutemax 2020 ingredient in its renewed “Lutein for Every Age” campaign.
Probiotics for menopause heats up: 2023 SupplySide West Report
Probiotics for menopause were a key focus for companies at SupplySide West.
In the growing stress-relief category, herbs and botanicals offer a diverse range of ingredient solutions
Consumers are actively trying to manage their stress in the face of economic and global instability. Herbal supplements may be an intervention they’re looking for.
Digestive health ingredients: New research on postbiotics, butyrate at 2023 SupplySide West
These ingredient advances will take digestive health supplements to the next level.
Recent study demonstrates fat burning benefits of proprietary blackcurrant extract
The study showed that supplementation with the extract increased fat oxidation during supine rest.
Prebiotic fiber, oligofructose, and human milk oligosaccharide, 2’fucosyllactose, may support mood via the gut-brain axis according to a recent study
A recent study published found that consumption of oligofructose (chicory root fiber) alone or in combination with the human milk oligosaccharide 2’fucosyllactose may support mood in healthy adults by increasing the population of Bifidobacteria in the gut.
Indena’s holding company invests in Lab Evo, a startup providing at-home test kits whose information can be applied to personalized nutrition
Lab Evo’s at-home kits allow consumers to gather specimens themselves.
Microbiome R&D firm Synbiotic Health launches spin-off company for probiotic commercialization
Synbiotic Health and its new spin-off NoviaHealth largely focus on developing probiotic ingredients.
Recent study provides insight into amino acid uptake kinetics of barley/rice protein from brewers’ spent grain
A recent study evaluated the nutritional value of barley/rice protein, marketed as EverPro by the AB InBev-owned EverGrain (St. Louis, MO), compared to pea protein .
Tufts University launches Food Is Medicine Institute
The institute aims to promote food-based solutions for maintaining health and fighting disease.
Bioactive compounds in plant sources of insoluble dietary fiber may bolster the health benefits of fiber, says recent study
The study shows that the benefits of insoluble dietary fiber go beyond fiber, and points to the need to consider the composition of bioactives in dietary fibers and the need to preserve them during processing.
Phynova and the Oxford Brookes Centre for Nutrition and Health to study Reducose ingredient for weight and blood sugar benefits
The clinical trial is supported by a grant from UK government innovation agency Innovate UK as part of the Better Food for All program.
Recent study finds that Gencor’s Gencinia extract significantly impacted blood glucose levels in prediabetic subjects
The extract significantly improved fasting blood glucose levels in prediabetic subjects after 12 weeks of supplementation.