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The Global Organization of EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) has hired Ashley Becnel as its global business development director.

In the study, which was conducted by the contract research organization Franklin Health Research, 61 adult female participants between the ages of 30 and 50 working or studying full time in an online environment were randomized to receive either 455 mg of the black currant extract daily for ten weeks or placebo.

Animal and in vitro models show that the combination of Eucommia, Cuscuta, and Drynaria can support bone health by reducing the prevalence of osteclasts, which contain bone dissolving proteins.

A recent study found that a proprietary curcumin phytosome from Indena, called Meriva, may be an effective modulator of oxidative stress to support kidney detoxification and filtering function.

Results showed that subjects taking krill oil saw a significant increase in knee extensor maximal torque, grip strength, and vastus lateralis muscle thickness, relative to control.

Batory Foods has acquired Sweetener Solutions, which specializes in custom sweetener formulation, precision blending, and specialty portion packaging.

The new funding will enable Brightseed to advance natural compound discovery and clinical validation, as well as launch the company’s first generally recognized as safe (GRAS) ingredient from a new commercialization center in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Algalif provides highly concentrated premium astaxanthin oleoresin naturally sourced from microalgae, and Divi’s expertise in fat-soluble ingredient formulation allows them to transform the oleoresin into the highly concentrated beadlets.

A recently published study found that supplementation with a proprietary blend of turmeric and frankincense, called Rhuleave-K from Arjuna Natural, may help relieve acute musculoskeletal pain following exercise.

Open Book Extracts has announced the results of the first phase of toxicology and safety studies of their cannabinoid ingredients: cannabigerol (CBG), cannabinol (CBN), and cannabichromene (CBC).

Results showed that the enzyme blend more effectively released nutrients from a balanced meal compared to control conditions, which relied solely on endogenous enzymes similar to those already present in the human digestive system.

Tate & Lyle has announced the acquisition of the assets of Nutriati, an ingredient technology company developing and producing chickpea protein and flour.

Nexira will present four new scientific studies on gut health, urinary comfort, beauty from within, and sports nutrition at VitaFoods Europe 2022, taking place on May 10-12.

The Natural Products Association is concerned that legislation recently introduced to the Senate that would establish a mandatory product listing, may undermine homeland security.

OmegaQuant has announced the launch of an HbA1c Test, with an at-home sample collection kit.

The firm is also unveiling a range of new functional food applications for its Collavat n2 native (undenatured) type II collagen ingredient for joint health.

Gelita is presenting new solutions for fortified gummies at Vitafoods Europe 2022. They are designed for protein content, sugar reduction, and nutricosmetics.

The study testing 52 products and results showed that 60% of these products were mislabeled.

U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), introduced the Dietary Supplement Listing Act of 2022 on Tuesday. The bipartisan legislation, co-sponsored by Senator Mike Braun (R-IN), would require dietary supplement manufacturers to list their products with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Senator Orrin Hatch passed away on Saturday, April 23. The Republican Senator, who represented the state of Utah for 42 years, was considered a champion of the industry, best known for his role in introducing The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA).

The draft guidance sets in motion FDA’s policy of enforcement discretion while the agency reviews NAC’s safety.

A recent study found that supplementation with krill oil supplied by Aker BioMarine may be beneficial for subjects going through high intensity training.

The annual Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Forum on Dietary Supplements will take place in person on June 29-30 at the Westin Grand Central hotel in New York City.

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Packaging manufacturers are hard at work offering solutions to brands that reduce environmental impacts, and there are a number of strategies to achieve these goals.

Burcon NutraScience Corporation has received a co-investment from Proteins Industries Canada for the development of high-quality protein ingredients derived from sunflower seeds.

A yet-to-be published study presented at Experimental Biology 2022 (Poster: E380) found that supplementation with the patented complex of bonded arginine silicate with an optimized dose of inositol, nooLVL, supported cognitive function in esports gamers.

The free online library and search tool offers information on botanical ingredients filtered by application, primary function, and secondary function.

A recent study found that supplementation with 5-methyltetrahydrofolate as Quatrefolic from Gnosis by Lesaffre and a vitamin B complex containing vitamin B12 and B6 had a positive impact on pregnancy outcomes in infertile women undergoing Assisted Reproductive Technologies.

PLT Health Solutions Inc. announced that it would market the menatto brand of vitamin K2 (MK-7), manufactured by J-Oil Mills, in North America.