Sebastian Krawiec

At SupplySide West 2022, ADM released its report on Global Consumer Trends Driving Market Growth.

Proprietary consumer research from Cargill presented during SupplySide West 2022 suggests that flexitarian consumers are playing a larger role in the plant-based dairy marketplace.

At this year’s SupplySide West, Aker BioMarine launched a new technology platform that utilizes phospholipids from krill to improve solubility and emulsification of ingredients that have otherwise poor bioavailability or absorption rates.

A recent in vitro study find that palm carotene may provide protection against oxidative stress induced age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The palm carotene complex – rich in beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, and lycopene – used in the study was provided by ExcelVite.

Results showed that in a cumulative responder analysis, subjects taking 500 mg of Rhuleave-K saw a 62% improvement, compared to placebo.

Results from a recent study funded by AstraZeneca, called the “Supplements, Placebo, or Rosuvastatin (SPORT)” Study, compared the effects of its prescription low-dose statin (Rosuvastatin) to placebo and six common dietary supplements, including fish oil, cinnamon, garlic, turmeric, plant sterols, and red yeast rice, over a four-week period.

NPA withdraws lawsuit against FDA for NAC ban, a move that preserves its standing and allows NPA to refile should FDA changes its position on NAC in the future.

The study found that supplementation supported memory, stress, and sleep quality.

A recent study investigated the effects of a salmon-derived soluble protein hydrolysate called ProGo, from Hofseth BioCare, on gastrointestinal inflammation.

The ingredient, Bio 01, is rich in the bioactive compounds N-trans-caffeoyl tyramine and N-trans-feruloyl tyramine, which have been found to support gut barrier integrity in preclinical studies.

Algarithm and Natures Crops International have partnered to produce two new omega oil blends called Ahiflower 80DHA and 150DHA.

The recent study investigated three different compositions containing Xylaria nigripes extract on γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) content, GABA transaminase, Glutamate decarboxylase (GAD), cells viability, and Amyloid-β protein (Aβ) aggregation levels in PC12 neuron cells.

Exploring the opportunities and regulatory challenges of hemp-derived cannabinoids in pet supplements.

Results showed that compared to placebo, subjects taking the combination of black seed oil and omega-3s saw significantly fewer upper-respiratory tract complaints and better overall well-being, as well as higher omega-3 blood levels, lower cortisol levels, and superior microbiome indices.

HP Ingredient (Bradenton, FL) has announced a new venture with Immunity Goodness to debut LJ100 Chococeuticals at the upcoming SupplySide West 2022.

Subjects taking the extract saw a statistically significant, dose-correlated reduction in salivary cortisol, an increase in deep sleep time, increased total sleep time, an improvement in sleep quality.

Overall, results showed that the two active treatments had similar effects after ten weeks, except for inattention, with effects taking longer for Pycnogenol. However, these delayed effects should be balanced with the fact that Pycnogenol cause fewer adverse events.

Intervention with the probiotic blend supported gastrointestinal symptoms, mental health scores, as well as productivity in daily tasks because of gastrointestinal improvements.

Nutriventia has launched a sustained-release ashwagandha called Prolanza ahead of the upcoming SupplySide West show.

According to a national poll conducted by Marist Poll, and sponsored by a coalition of organizations with an interest in natural health, 70% of Americans are more likely to support a congressional candidate that will protect the public’s access to dietary supplements.

The sphingolipids and glycosaminoglycans in these products are reported to support the skin barrier of several animal species, including dogs.

The research and development team at Ingredients by Nature has conducted an experiment using the Simulator of Human Intestinal Microbial Ecosystem (SHIME) to investigate the effects of its citrus flavonoid ingredient, Eriomin, on the microbiome of prediabetics.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has determined that there is moderate evidence that flavan-3-ol intake in the range of 400-600 mg/d provide cardiometabolic protection

A subgroup analysis of the Aortic Valve Decalcification Trial (AVADEC study) observed that vitamin K2 MK-7 (720 µg/day) and D (25 µg/day) supplementation for two years helped slow the progression of coronary plaque development in individuals at high risk of developing coronary artery calcification

Results showed that the ingredient significantly decreased intraocular pressure, increased tear break-up time and volume, and decreased corneal inflammation, leading to the stabilization of the rats’ ocular surface.

Study finds that boosting omega-3 levels at early midlife may offer the best results for reducing the risk of age-related cognitive decline long-term.

Subjects showed improvements in hand grip strength tests as well as thinking, learning, memory, and concentration parameters of the psychological function domain of quality of life survey.

Results showed that at doses, ranging from 3 grams to 20 grams per day, the abundance of Bifidobacterium significantly increased.

The acquisition represents a market growth engine for Barentz and its principal suppliers because of Viachem’s dedicated market research and digitally enabled sales and marketing capabilities.

The patent demonstrates the synergistic effects of thymoquinone and omega-3 fatty acids for healthy inflammatory responses.