Conferences

At SupplySide Connect New Jersey, Alicia Kasch, RIBUS’ vice president, discusses how Nu-FILL is addressing excipient challenges, and why formulators drive innovation.

At SupplySide Connect New Jersey, Karen Howard, the Organic & Natural Health Association’s CEO and executive director, discusses shifting industry strategy away from fragmented lobbying toward unified, consumer-focused education to drive meaningful regulatory and public health outcomes.

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.

The new ingredient Leanara is designed to support muscle mass, energy, and metabolic health during weight loss, highlighting innovation in nutraceutical solutions for GLP-1 users.

Combining clinically studied ingredients with enhanced bioavailability, at Natural Products Expo West, Asha Ramesh, Sabinsa’s CEO – Americas, highlights the growing importance of safety data, regulatory compliance, and full documentation as brands navigate increasing scrutiny in supplement development.

Women’s health, cognition, GLP-1 support, longevity, and clean-label functional foods are among the key categories influencing demand for clinically substantiated nutraceutical ingredients, notes Asha Ramesh, Sabinsa’s CEO – Americas, from the Expo West floor.

In her interview at Natural Products Expo West, Lorena Carboni, Gnosis by Lesaffre’s senior product manager, describes how Landkind is positioned for performance and recovery, with sustainability and batch consistency central to its pitch.

Researchers and ingredient suppliers are placing focus on the gut-immune axis and its potential role in digestion, inflammation, immune balance, and year-round wellness support.

In her interview at Natural Products Expo West, Stacey Smith, Gnosis by Lesaffre’s senior medical affairs liaison, discusses how MyCondro’s fermentation-based chondroitin and Quatrefolic’s active folate formats are expanding formulation opportunities across joint health, fertility, healthy aging, and functional delivery systems.

Emerging ingredients—from collagen peptides and mitochondrial-supporting compounds to high-growth whey protein—are shaping the future of sports nutrition, with science-backed performance benefits and certification standards influencing consumer trust.

In the final part of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Brad Schwan, ADM’s VP of global category marketing, discusses how the company is addressing digestive challenges linked to GLP-1 therapies while unlocking new opportunities in food and beverage with science-backed postbiotic solutions.

In part I of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Brad Schwan, ADM’s VP of global category marketing, explains how the company is helping brands navigate reformulation challenges and capitalize on GLP-1-driven demand with nutrient-dense, high-protein solutions that don’t compromise on taste.

As consumer demand grows for joint supplements that deliver noticeable results quickly while supporting long-term mobility, ingredient suppliers are emphasizing clinical validation, bioavailability, and complementary mechanisms of action.

In the final part of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Todd Runestad, NXT USA’s chief storytelling officer, discusses clinical research behind TamaFlex, reflecting a broader shift toward faster-acting joint support supplements.

In part II of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Todd Runestad, NXT USA’s chief storytelling officer, discusses emerging nutraceutical strategies—from botanical ingredients targeting NAD metabolism for longevity to digestive support products—designed for consumers using GLP-1 weight-loss therapies.

Gut health is becoming a foundational pillar in the supplements landscape, driven by rising consumer education, increased attention to fiber, and the emergence of GLP-1 companion products.

In part I of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Todd Runestad, NXT USA’s chief storytelling officer, discusses how higher-potency shatavari extracts may enable lower doses in supplements, while supporting emerging demand for products targeting hormonal balance across women’s life stages.

In the final part his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Justin Green, PhD, EpiCor’s director of scientific affairs, discusses why formulators are exploring postbiotics for supplements, foods, and beverages, highlighting their formulation stability, links to fermentation traditions, and emerging research on gut-immune interactions.

Live from Natural Products Expo West, Shannon Coco, Senior Sales and Marketing Director with Kerry, details how current trends are translated into flavor and product innovation.

In part I of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Justin Green, PhD, EpiCor’s director of scientific affairs, explains how postbiotics differ from probiotics and why non-living microbes are gaining attention for their ability to interact with the microbiome and support immune responses.

In the final part of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Jim Roza, chief scientific officer with Layn Natural Ingredients, shares how 99% purity and flexible formats for NAD and NMN ingredients enable diverse delivery systems—from beverages and gummies to liposomal supplements—while supporting mitochondrial health and longevity-focused nutrition.

Live from Natural Products Expo West, Nutritional Outlook met with Klaus Neumann, CEO of Vitux Group, to discuss the new chewable emulsion technology from Concordix.

At Natural Products Expo West, Lauren Clardy, Senior Director, Scientific Affairs and Strategy with Maypro, discusses ingredient innovations and industry insights.

In part I of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Jim Roza, chief scientific officer with Layn Natural Ingredients, explains how NAD and its precursor NMN support cellular energy, mitochondrial function, and healthy aging—driving growing interest in longevity and performance-focused supplements.

In this interview from Natural Products Expo West 2026, Katy Kinsella, Senior Business Development Manager, ProActive Health with Kerry, discusses innovations in probiotics and postbiotics.

At Natural Products Expo West, Angie Rimell, product promotions manager with Gelita, discusses how bioactive collagen peptides are helping brands deliver targeted benefits for athletic performance, recovery, and joint health in the growing sports nutrition market.

In this live interview from Natural Products Expo West 2026, Doug Brown, Vice President – Americas with Sirio Pharma, discusses how a new soft chew for eye health supports compliance and expands the reach to consumers.

At Natural Products Expo West, Julie Daoust, PhD, chair and founder of the Functional Medicine Council and chief commercial officer of M2 Ingredients, discusses how collaboration, clinical research, and improved food applications are helping drive credibility and innovation in the rapidly expanding functional mushroom market.