Sebastian Krawiec

Ahead of IFT First, Lauretta Katsriku, global category leader for collagen, at Rousselot walks through new clinical findings on the company's Nextida GC collagen peptide and explains why pairing collagen with whey protein could help brands navigate a tight supply and rising costs.

Susan Kleiner, PhD, explains how evidence favors creatine monohydrate, while newer forms lack superior outcomes; major gaps remain in data for children, gummies, fertility, and pregnancy.

The scheduling does not apply to botanical kratom, but rather synthetically derived 7-hydroxymitagynine (7-OH), MP, MGM-15, and MGM-16, which the plant contains in small amounts.

Susan Kleiner, PhD, explains how creatine may support women through hormonal transitions, aiding mood, cognition, strength, and recovery.

Susan Kleiner, PhD, discusses gaps in creatine research for women, from menstrual cycle control to lower baseline stores and variable performance benefits.

At The Outlook on Women's Wellness, Ayla Barmmer explained how ovarian health was about so much more than fertility and menopause, and is actually connected to women's overall health, and longevity.

Nutraceutical industry veteran, Lauren Clardy, discusses her 25-year journey, the biological shift in weight management, and why the intersection of traditional botanical medicine and modern delivery technologies excites her.

From energy and focus to long-term neuroprotection, the brain health category is rich with opportunities for unique and effective formulations.

A look at common health issues related to aging in men and the ways lifestyle and dietary supplements can work hand-in-hand to improve health and quality of life.

In a saturated energy market, nuanced benefits that improve focus and stress management can help brands stand out.

Satiety is an important mechanism behind products that support weight management, but increasing satiety can also have a positive impact on metabolic health, with important implications for overall health and wellness.

In an interview with Nutritional Outlook, Sameena Rahman, MD, a board-certified OB/GYN, discusses why the shift from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome reflects growing recognition of the condition’s links to insulin resistance, inflammation, cardiovascular risk, and lifelong metabolic health.

Auke Zeilstra, Regional Sales Director for FrieslandCampina Ingredients, shares insights into the capabilities of the new applications lab.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Idil Kavakli, managing director of FrieslandCampina Ingredients about the company's new North American applications lab.

Optimizing bioavailability and tailoring dosage form solutions to complement the strengths and weaknesses of active ingredients are valid ways to deliver maximal benefits to supplement consumers.

Ministry of Ayush restricts the use of ashwagandha leaves in extracts citing potential injury. While these restrictions were put into place in India where many ashwagandha products are produced, it's unclear what the impact will be on US ashwagandha inventory. Additionally, brands that use ashwagandha leaves in extracts defend the effectiveness and safety of their products.

Manufacturing nutraceuticals requires specialized mixers that can meet strict parameters for achieving homogeneity, easy and rapid cleaning, as well as energy efficiency.

Contract manufacturers serve a crucial function for industry, and the demands from the market mean they have to navigate the complexities of the supply chain and invest in new capabilities to better service customers.

Men experience bone loss at a different rate from women, putting them at risk for bone disease and fracture at a more advanced age. This may offer formulators an opportunity for unique positioning.

Pharmactive announces launch of Kyoh, a hair health supplement that is an extract of Eruca sativa leaf (rocket leaves).

Jennifer Chase, director of business development for Saanroo, sat down with Nutritional Outlook at SupplySide Connect NJ to highlight the findings of recently published research demonstrating the metabolic health benefits of its Trpti OEA.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Paula Simpson about trends in nutricosmetics that are driving innovation and growth in the category.

At this SupplySide Connect presentation, panelists discussed how lasting supplement trends are being shaped at the intersection of consumer demand for performance and longevity, the convergence of food and supplements, and the need to balance innovation with disciplined legal and regulatory compliance.

Heart health is increasingly being viewed through the lens of metabolic health, as consumers and formulators consider the interconnectedness of metabolic conditions.

In a recent public meeting hosted by FDA called "Exploring the Scope of Dietary Supplement Ingredients," stakeholders met to unpack the current language behind dietary supplement regulation and how modern products fit into the language of the statute.

Nutritional Outlook spoke to Kristin Dalton, associate director, product management, specialty polymers for Lonza CHI about organic capsule and supplement formulation, as well as the opportunity organic certified supplements presents for manufacturers.

Snacks can address consumers' various needs, but to compete in this saturated space, manufacturers should identify who they want to formulate for.

While adaptogens do not have an official scientific classification, they offer a compelling solution to chronic stress, informed by traditional Eastern practices, but approached through a more modern Western lens.

As memory and focus benefits expands beyond aging consumers to include younger demographics seeking focus and performance, formulators are leveraging targeted ingredients, clinical validation, and innovative delivery formats to meet demand.

Oxidative stress is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease. Nutraceutical solutions may help reduce oxidative stress to support cardiovascular health outcomes.