Blood Sugar

Recent IAFNS-supported research explores low-carb diets and metabolic risk.

A new clinical trial finds that Lacprodan ISO.WaterShake from Arla Foods Ingredients helps lower blood glucose in women with gestational diabetes.

Key insights for the supplement industry on the medication revolutionizing health and wellness and suggestions for integrating the lactic acid metabolizer Veillonella into GLP-1 care.

GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs present opportunities for dietary supplement manufacturers to meet the unique needs of GLP-1 users.

Citing a recent study, this ingredient in Rousselot’s platform of collagen peptide compositions affects glucose levels after meals.

B&D Nutritional Ingredients Inc., an exclusive distribution partner of CarnoSyn Brands and Natural Alternatives International Inc., announced that its customer, Kelker Pharma, will be launching the “first science-backed nutritional support system” for GLP-1 medication users, called Nutrilinq Genesis.

GLP-1 was a major point of discussion on the SupplySide West show floor. We explore how dietary supplements fit into this game-changing mechanism for metabolic health and weight management.

The new line is made up of three gummies and one softgel that are formulated to meet stringent EU-Organic certification criteria, and target women’s health, metabolic health, and heart health.

Rousselot expanded on how their newly announced collagen peptides provide multiple health benefits.

Study shows the safety and tolerability of the beetroot extract Sabeet. Researchers also observed a trend for elevated nitrate level and reduced insulin levels.

According to the paper’s author, Stephanie Venn-Watson, DVM, MPH, deficiency in pentadecanoic acid of ≤0.2% total circulating fatty acids increases the risk of ferroptosis, which a type of cell death cause by the peroxidation of fragile fatty acids in cell membranes that combines with iron thus increasing reactive oxygen species, and disabling mitochondria.

A recent preclinical study found that supplementation with a branded pomegranate extract called Pomanox, from Euromed, may support liver health and alleviate fructose-induced metabolic impairment.

Rousselot, a Darling Ingredients brand, has announced the launch of Nextida, a platform of specific collagen peptide compositions for targeted health benefits.

PharmaLinea to introduce a new, clinically studied product for the support of joint pain and mobility, as well as line extensions to its >Your< Prediabetiq and >Your< Iron product lines.

At-home testing and wearable tech will put supplements to the test as consumers measure and track their cardiovascular, liver, and blood sugar health.

TriNutra has announced structure-function health claims granted by Health Canada for its proprietary black seed oil when taken as an oral supplement.

Low-no-calories sweeteners may have an impact on gut microbiota and metabolite production.

In this trends report, contract research organization Vedic Lifesciences analyzes trends in blood sugar clinical studies.

Ingredion Inc.'s venture investment arm, Ingredion Ventures, to lead a Series A funding round for Better Juice.

The ingredient contains a blend of herbs said to support balanced blood sugar levels, including golden thread, Chinese foxglove, and Hawthorn berries.

The company claims that some Reb M ingredients sold in the U.S. and EU markets could be adulterated.

The company is now using the processing method at its production plant in Pemuco, Chile.

The expansion will increase the plant’s production by four times.

If the gut-brain axis connects our microbiome and mood, mass, and metabolism, can probiotic supplementation support all three?

The company says it is the first national brand to launch a zero-sugar product with no artificial sweeteners in the shelf-stable juice aisle.