Sebastian Krawiec

Longevity is an evolving category that has gone from a focus on beauty-from-within, joint health, and cognitive health to targeting hallmarks of aging that may help lower one's biological age.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Sonia Hartunian-Sowa, Head of Translational Science and Advocacy and Paulo Santos, Associate Director, Dietary Supplements North America, of dsm-firmenich about its interactive installation, The Longevity Shift, and healthy aging solutions that address some of the hallmarks of aging.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Balchem's senior marketing and business development manager about epigenetics and the role of nutrition in supporting aging.

GLP-1 support ingredients took SupplySide Global 2025 by storm, with ingredient manufacturers showcasing ingredients that support GLP-1 users as well as those that naturally increase GLP-1 secretion in the body.

Nutritional Outlook interviewed Ramasamy Venkatesh, managing director of Saanroo, about the company's Trpti OEA ingredient, which research has found to support GLP-1 secretion. Here, he explains the mechanisms behind OEA.

Consumers are highly receptive to fiber content claims and increasing fiber content, but more consumer education may be needed to achieve full potential.

Nutritional Outlook spoke with Julie Daoust, who is the chief commercial officer for M2 Ingredients, a grower and supplier of functional mushrooms, as well as the chairperson the Functional Mushroom Council, which was recently-formed trade organization for North American growers of functional mushrooms.

Coinciding with the rise of GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, there is growing literature that certain dietary supplement ingredients may support blood sugar via GLP-1 secretion.

Jake Klinghammer talks about consumers shop for supplements on Amazon, and how brands can effectively market their products on Amazon.

The court of appeals has denied the Council for Responsible Nutrition's appeal seeking a preliminary injunction against New York's law banning the sale of weight management supplements to minors. The association's lawsuit endures.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Jake Klinghammer of Marketplace, owner of Nextin Research at SupplySide Global. He discusses major trends in product innovation and dosage formats.

Nutritional Outlook interviews ADM's Vaughn DuBow at SupplySide Global to discuss the company's recent Sleep, Stress, and Mood report.

Plant-based protein sources can be challenging to work with, but technological innovation and ingenuity is allowing formulators to push the boundaries of what’s possible with plant-based proteins.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Ralf Jäger about Pharmachem Innovation's new GPM Fermented Nutrients.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Doug Lynch of Ingredients by Nature about the blood sugar benefits of its citrus flavonoid ingredient Eriomin.

The study from the American Heart Association (AHA) found that people with chronic insomnia who took melatonin long-term were found to be at higher risk of heart failure diagnosis, hospitalization, and death.

Lori Lauersen, senior vice president of global R&D at Unilever Wellbeing talks about the company's efforts in the women's health category. Unilever Wellbeing's portfolio includes brands like Liquid IV, Nutrafol, Olly, Smarty Pants, Onit, Welly, and Equilibra. Lauersen emphasizes the importance of rigorous scientific research and real-world evidence to address women's health needs across life stages.

Gencor recently announced that it will be launching a nutraceutical arm under the name of Saanroo. We interviewed John Quilter, the CEO of Saanroo, at SupplySide Global 2025 to learn more about this rebrand and why it was important.

Univar Solutions will showcase various dosage formats at Supply Side Global 2025, including orally disintegrating tablets, effervescent tablets, and capsules, tailored to nutraceutical applications. The company is also addressing the growing demand for GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs by offering solutions for dehydration, and satiety. Univar's approach to healthy aging focuses on mobility, cognition, and digestive health, emphasizing lifelong protocols and science-backed ingredients.

Saanroo will operate as a separate nutraceutical division, while Gencor Pacific will continue to operate a pharmaceutical arm.

Fun fact! Butternut squash contains an unknown irritant that for some people may cause dryness and itchiness on their palms when processing the vegetable.

Consumers want meaningful benefits from bars without sacrificing taste and texture. Protein and fiber are top nutrient content claims in the category.

Once an underserved market, innovative supplement companies are now leading a movement to provide comprehensive support, recognizing that women’s health is a dynamic, lifelong journey.

Consumer Reports says testing on 23 protein products found that two-thirds had high levels of heavy metals. Industry has responded to the report criticizing the report for a lack of transparency on methodology and how it set its threshold, which is well below federal standards.

Lonza Capsugel launched plant-based, USDA organic certified capsule made with pullalan.

Arjuna Natural will be launching a root-only version of its Shoden ashwagandha ingredient, called Shoden-R.

Gencor and its exclusive delivery systems technology partner, Pharmako Biotechnologies, will debut BioBerb, a cold-water dispersible berberine, and highlight research on Trpti and Levagen+.

Balchem has announced that it will be debuting its “Premier Ingredients for Premier Athletes” platform for the U.S. market, highlighting how its minerals, nutrients, and other functional ingredients can support health and performance in athletes.

Arla Foods Ingredients to launch a new Easy Bite bar concept at SupplySide Global. The bite size bar concept is made using its customized whey protein solution, Lacprodan EasyBar.

Trends in intermittent fasting and high protein may soon collide.