Trends & Business

The future of fiber ingredients looks bright.

BGG World and its subsidiary Algae Health Sciences (AHS) published a list of 1,200 studies showing the 10 clinically validated health benefits of astaxanthin as well as its emerging benefits with the hope of furthering industry and consumer knowledge.

PLT Health Solutions partnered with a carbon-reduction and offset organization, Carbonfund.org Foundation, Inc., and received Carbonfree-partner designation.

Solabia-Algatech Nutrition introduced a multi-blend AstaPure Max, which is centered around its Astapure Arava whole-algae astaxanthin complex, designed to reduce post-exercise muscle pain and fatigue.

Collactive Collagen Complex, a 100% marine-based ingredient of collagen and elastin peptides, received non-GMO verification from The Non-GMO Project.

Roquette launched a ready-to-use, pharmaceutical-grade solution, called Lycagel Premix, for vegetarian softgel capsule formulation using the company’s pea starch technology.

FDA has issued a “tentative response” to a citizen petition submitted by CRN for the agency to reverse its decision to prohibit manufacturers from marketing products containing N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) as dietary supplements.

The study's co-author Ken A. Thomspon could no longer stand behind the results because the study's DNA data was not posted at the time of the article’s publication in 2014, and that when the data was uploaded eventually in September 2020, review of this data was unable to confirm that it was actually derived from the research described in the article.

J-Oil Mills developed menatto vitamin K2 (MK-7), made from a bacterial strain isolated from the traditional fermented Japanese food natto using a natural fermentation process.

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s, in partnership with Trust Transparency Center, published a report, Consumer Perceptions on Omega-3 Supplements, with market research on supplement consumers in the United States.

Flavorchem launched the first ingredient in its new line of high-performance flavor modulators, called taste mod, designed to mask the off-notes associated with plant-based protein.

New entrants are raising the bar for creativity and even nutrition. But can they go commercial?

Sensient Flavors & Extracts launched Boundless, a multifaceted line of chili-based extracts that delivers consistent heat, color, and taste.

The proprietary ingredient controls gelling behavior and maintains stable pH throughout the formulation process.

AIDP Inc. is introducing the Cognilipid portfolio of brands to its portfolio of nootropic ingredients. This includes CogniPLUS, CogniPS, and CogniPA.

IFF Health launched a website designed to showcase the expanded capabilities of the newly merged IFF Health and Howaru businesses and provide brand partners and co-manufacturers deep technical insights, updated market intelligence, and comprehensive microbiome innovation resources.

The Emergency Temporary Standard for COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing issued by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration requires all employers with more than 100 employees to mandate that their workers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or to require weekly testing and masking of unvaccinated employees.

An expert discusses key considerations that must be accounted for when switching to a plant-based gummy.

Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc. and Brightseed has announced an agreement to leverage Brightseed’s Forager AI to profile the compounds in cranberries and discover new connections between cranberries and human health.

Despite the attention on COVID-19, heart disease is still the number one killer. Can dietary supplements play a role in heart health?

Batory Foods has acquired DMH Ingredients, a food and beverage ingredients distributor, and its sister company Naturestock Foods.

Nature's Crops' Greg Cumberford discusses the advantages of Ahiflower as a plant-based source for omegas, and new clinical data that is on the way.

Melanie Bush, vice president of science and research at Artemis International discusses the addition of grapeseed extract to the company's portfolio and upcoming research on black currant and elderberry.

NZMP and Sun Genomics have established a partnership to conduct consumer studies. The results of this consumer testing will provide complementary evidence to existing clinical trials on the NZMP's ingredients.

President Joe Biden has announced his nomination of Robert Califf, MD, to serve as the commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration.

What are key considerations when deciding between plant-based and gelatin delivery systems?

The patent claim is stated as a “method of increasing GLP-1 levels in a subject in need thereof, comprising administering a composition comprising eriocitrin to the subject.”

Open Book Extracts announces upcoming cannabinoid research at SupplySide West 2021.