Brain Health

A curated, year-end roundup of our published articles on the vitamins and minerals, research, and trends surrounding brain health.

Analysis of 258,012 participants in the UK Biobank showed an inverse association between levels of omega-3s and risks for self-harm.

An integrative approach to long-term cognitive health from neurologist Alexander Zubkov.

PLT Health Solutions and Nektium Pharma announced that a recent clinical study showed potential cognitive health benefits for the ingredient, Zynamite S.

HARKE Pharma announced that the company had recently acquired the patented Memory Complex.

Aquanova will highlight clinical validation for its NovaSOL Curcumin ingredient for mobility, and NovaSOL Q10 for energy as well as introducing its NovaSOL White Label initiative, offering a portfolio of ready-to-market dietary supplements incorporating the company’s micelle technology and clinically validated ingredients such as curcumin, astaxanthin, CoQ10, and Boswellia, in both softgel and liquid capsule formats.

Stratum Nutrition expands globally, opening a Netherlands hub to meet European demand.

Dietary fatty acids are highlighted as a potential intervention for the neurological disease.

The reviews examined the mechanisms of action of vitamin E tocotrienol in brain health support and a comparison of tocotrienol and tocopherol.

Nugevia MND combines resveratrol-based Jotrol and NovaSOL Curcumin to reduce neuroinflammation, enhance memory, and support healthy brain aging.

The study from the Salk Institute explored the therapeutic potential of cannabinol (CBN) from FloraWorks on age-related cognitive changes in aging mice.

Sunflower-derived PSgold PhosphatidylSerine was recently launched by Golden Key Ingredients and may help support cognitive function with all ages.

David DeSouza highlights popular nootropic herbs and strategies for formulating high quality and effective products that responsibly communicate benefits in line with federal regulations.

AIDP will showcase MycoPure functional mushrooms and gut-brain beverage concept featuring Magtein and PreticX.

A recent symposium presentation explained findings from various research on the ingredient’s support for cognition in aging populations.

At IFT First 2025, PLT Health Solutions will be inviting attendees to explore the company’s beverage ingredient offerings.

Standardized to mangiferin, Stadice by Zeus Hygia was tested for memory, attention, and stress management effects among video gamers.

The FDA has recently granted GRAS clearance for OmniActive’s Lutemax Free Lutein ingredient for its use in infant formulas.

Through recent research, Q-actin, a supplement produced from cucumber extract, may help improve sleep quality, finger dexterity, and cognitive wellness.

The Cognitive Health Committee of the Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences (IAFNS) explores the significant gap in our knowledge about the impact nutrition has on adolescent cognitive development.

The European nutraceutical market is growing rapidly, but the continent is not a monolith when it comes to consumer trends and product innovation. This article is a blue-print for what nutraceutical success looks like in different European countries.

The synbiotic blend from dsm-firmenich tested nutritional support for the long COVID neurological condition.

The dietary supplements are intended to address brain recovery and proactive cognitive support, especially after concussions.

A recent study explored the potential anti-flammatory and neuroprotective benefits of Undaria pinnatifida fucoidan.

The effects of Somin-On for cognition support in older adults were assessed in a recently published study.