Sebastian Krawiec

The Senate confirmed Stephen Hahn, MD, an oncologist and top official at MD Anderson Cancer Center, as commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration with a vote of 72 to 18.

Cargill and Renmatix have signed a joint development agreement to explore a novel approach to making functional food ingredients from unused plant materials. 

Vitafusion has introduced a line of CBD Full Spectrum Hemp Extract gummies to its portfolio of gummy vitamins.

Kaneka Probiotics is holding a $150,000 Naturally Smart Probiotics Giveaway, which is part of its Innovation Awards Program. 

Independent third-party laboratory testing has confirmed that the water lentil crop and branded plant-based protein ingredient Lentein, from Parabel USA Inc., contains the natural bioactive forms of vitamin B12: adenosylcobalamin and methylcobalamin. 

Royal DSM has acquired AVA, a personalized nutrition platform that provides nutrition and coaching recommendations across a wide range of health and wellness segments.

PureCircle launches Sigma Syrup, optimized for solubility, and opens a facility in Brazil to cater to its Latin American customers. 

Advanced Lipids has launched two new additions to its branded Infat range of infant formula ingredients. 

Roquette (La Madeleine, France) is launching two new plant-based textured proteins in order to address consumer demand for sensory, diversity, and sustainable nutritional improvements.

Tea consumers are becoming more savvy and adventurous, putting a premium on quality, and seeking better-for-you, functional options to supplement their health.

The Supreme Court’s denial means that the decision of the ITC to not investigate Amarin’s complaints remains upheld by the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Circuit Court, and no further appeals are possible. 

The formulations will have a special focus on fighting cellular oxidative stress, support of intracellular health such as of the mitochondria, and telomerase research. 

A recently published study found that a standardized saffron extract, Affron from Pharmactive Biotech Products, may be a beneficial adjunct to antidepressants. 

Roquette Ventures and Advanced Protein Technologies, a bio venture company developing human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), have signed an agreement to work together on the development of new human breast milk components. 

A recently published animal study found that supplementation with a patented pterostilbene, Silbinol from Sabinsa Corp., had cardioprotective properties in subjects. 

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) has published the 2017-2018 edition of its annual Global EPA and DHA Omega-3 Ingredient Market Report. 

This continued partnership will now expand distribution into Australia, where ChromaDex recently received approval for its nicotinamide riboside chloride as an ingredient in listed Complementary Medicines from the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration.

As part of the long-term partnership, Indena will continue to manufacture ingredients for Givaudan, provide innovation capabilities, and other supporting services. 

ChromaDex is pushing the boundaries of the cellular health and “antiaging” category with its groundbreaking ingredient, Niagen, and robust research.

OmegaQuant is giving consumers a way to measure omega-3 content-and a reason to take supplements.

INS Farms has obtained the exclusive distribution rights of all Asiros Berry Shield ingredients for North America and Australia. 

NOW Methods Development team published a test method that accurately identifies the presence and levels of inorganic arsenic in krill oil.

An animal study found that vitamin K2 as MK-7 boosts nitric oxide (NO) to improve NO-dependent endothelial function. 

A recently published study found that a proprietary lycopene extract (Sibelius: LactoMato) from Sibelius Natural Products may support male reproductive health. 

A recent study found that supplementation with Sabinsa’s patented curcumin extract Curcumin C3 Complex combined with the patented piperine BioPerine, supported liver function in subjects with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)

Merit Functional Foods announced that it has received a Letter of No Objection from FDA in response to a GRAS (generally recognized as safe) notification for its pea protein ingredients. 

A recent double-blind, randomized, and single equivalent dose study found that a self-micro-emulsifying drug delivery system (SMEDDS) called AquaCelle increased the absorption of CoQ10. 

Axiom Foods Inc. has signed a domestic distribution agreement with Univar Solutions, as well as international distribution agreements with Univar Solutions Brazil, Brenntag Food and Nutrition, and Healy Group.

Corbion and Nestlé have entered into a joint agreement to develop a platform of algae-based ingredient rich in protein and micronutrients to delivery sustainable and nutritious plant-based products. 

A study recently published in the Journal of American College of Sports Medicine shows that a combination of curcumin extract and boswellia extract, standardized for 3-O-Acetyl-11-keto-ß-boswellia acid (AKBA) 90%, accelerates muscle recovery post-exercise.