Trends & Business

The sweeteners market is on an upward trajectory, driven by shifting consumer preferences for sugar alternatives. Manufacturers are taking notice by delivering new types of low- or no-calorie sweeteners or improving upon well-known ingredients with new technology.

The deal brings in a Paris-based agrifood investor and two additional French partners to back acquisitions and clinical research, while founder Jeff Wuagneux stays at the helm.

A New York Times investigation into AI supplement advertising prompts industry response on transparency and enforcement.

A new regional leadership hire and expanded commercial infrastructure in India mark the latest step in a broader restructuring for the supplier.

The clinically studied TetraSOD® microalgae ingredient is positioned as an option for cellular and metabolic health claims.

In this interview, Doris Ip, Senior Marketing Manager at Layn Natural Ingredients, shares how formulators can use traceability, testing, and ingredient transparency to support natural sweeteners claims.

An examination of 4 common assumptions about user needs and where evidence-backed companion nutrition can address gaps in muscle preservation, energy, and long-term maintenance.

The company's latest manufacturing investment and concept portfolio aim to turn a decade of solubility research into commercial-scale supply for brands and ingredient suppliers.

As consumer interest in healthy aging grows, the renewed partnership will fund new educational content on iron status and epigenetic health.

Thorne's NSF Certified for Sport line gains another athlete endorsement as the company continues to position itself around women's athletic and health markets.

A new 5-year strategic plan and a $24 million research center aim to close the gap between organic ingredient demand and domestic farmland supply.

Brandie Conforti joins the global health nonprofit's executive team, following the recent hire of CFAO Sam Wehbe.

Solabia acquires Mibelle Biochemistry from Persán, expanding its science-backed active ingredient lineup for supplement and cosmetic manufacturers.

Ahead of IFT First, Lauretta Katsriku, global category leader for collagen, at Rousselot walks through new clinical findings on the company's Nextida GC collagen peptide and explains why pairing collagen with whey protein could help brands navigate a tight supply and rising costs.

SRI-81 Shatavari, produced by Ixoreal Biomed, and distributed in Canada by CK Nutraceuticals has earned a Natural Product Number from Health Canada, allowing brands that use the ingredient to utilize 5 approved health claims that include peri- and menopause support as well as sexual health claims.

Gustavo Serrato joins Amano Enzyme USA to help food and beverage manufacturers formulate with enzyme-based ingredient solutions.

PharmaLinea highlights evolving opportunities as surging consumer demand and supply chain shifts open new export opportunities for manufacturers in China's market.

Nestlé USA completes its transition away from petroleum-based food dyes while expanding into targeted functional nutrition lines and emphasizing ingredient transparency.

Driven by retail sales and survey data, the report outlines five key market shifts—fiber expansion, proactive liver care, trademarked ingredients, formula transparency, and creative flavoring—offering development and positioning data.

At The Outlook on Women's Wellness, Ayla Barmmer explained how ovarian health was about so much more than fertility and menopause, and is actually connected to women's overall health, and longevity.

Alkemist Labs names Mo Lababidi to lead botanical identity testing amid continued focus on supplement quality compliance.

Nutrition directly impacts cognitive health, which means that dietary recommendations have the potential to support cognitive health outcomes. This Op-Ed explores the existing research that connects diets and specific nutrients with cognitive health, and what we still need to learn to develop comprehensive recommendations that support long-term cognitive health outcomes.

At IFT FIRST 2026, Nextin Research will provide exclusive consumer insights and ingredient trends to attendees.

The company expands its commercial development team, aiming to strengthen partnerships in the US.

Former Nestlé Health Science U.S. CEO Abigail Buckwalter aims to bridge consumer shifts for taste and nutrition as new CEO of Ocean Spray.

Nutraceutical industry veteran, Lauren Clardy, discusses her 25-year journey, the biological shift in weight management, and why the intersection of traditional botanical medicine and modern delivery technologies excites her.

From energy and focus to long-term neuroprotection, the brain health category is rich with opportunities for unique and effective formulations.

Upcycled ingredients have a great sustainability story, but to succeed, they need clinical substantiation to demonstrate their benefits and truly differentiate.