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One market researcher talks about emerging categories for turmeric. 

Which are turmeric’s biggest product opportunities?

Catalent launched a delayed-release technology called OptiGel DR, which allows softgel capsules to be formed by combining pectin with gelatin to eliminate the need for a separate capsule-coating step.

Catalent launches new delayed release softgel

The Council for Responsible Nutrition released detailed results of its latest consumer surveys on U.S. dietary supplement usage in 2020 during its virtual “NOW, NEW, NEXT” conference last week.

Americans confident in dietary supplement effectiveness and quality in 2020, including during COVID-19 pandemic, CRN surveys show

Omega-3 innovation is high, from plant-based options to better delivery, boosted bioavailability, and higher concentrations made easier.

Are the omega-3 industry’s best years ahead? Many experts think so.

Specialty grains, such as ancient and heirloom grains, attract consumers and offer formulation advantages to food manufacturers.

Specialty grains are innovating to fit in-demand products like beverages

Gencor launched VeriSperse, a cold-water dispersible resveratrol powder featuring Veri-te.

Gencor introduces dispersible resveratrol ingredient with LipiSperse technology

ACG has new case study for the flexibility of its capsule-in-capsule technology after helping an India-based probiotics manufacturer produce a vitamin C-infused, powder-based dietary supplement with incompatible ingredients.

ACG successfully outfits capsule filler for precision capsule-in-capsule production

A recent study found a synergistic supplement formula containing mixed tocotrienols, curcumin, omega-3s, astaxanthin, and other nutrients significantly reduced inflammatory markers and systolic blood pressure in healthy subjects.

Synergistic formula supports inflammatory markers and blood pressure, says recent study

PLT Health Solutions and Laila Nutraceuticals launched a botanically based ingredient that provides a range of clinically supported benefits for athletes and the active/sports nutrition consumer called RipFACTOR Muscle Accelerator.

PLT Health launches sports nutrition ingredient RipFACTOR Muscle Accelerator 

Geocann  and Nestlé Health Science launched broad-spectrum CBD soft-gel formulations with VESIsorb drug delivery system for improved absorption and bioavailability in the European market. 

Nestlé Health Science, Geocann expand distribution of VESIsorb CBD delivery into Europe under Pure Encapsulation brand 

The digestive health market has experienced an impressive evolution, growing in diversity of the products it offers, as well as scientifically and conceptually.

Digestive health ingredients are diversifying, creating new opportunities for growth

Inventia Healthcare, a novel drug delivery solutions manufacturer, launched its Nutriventia nutraceutical ingredient brand. 

Inventia Healthcare launches new nutraceutical brand, Nutriventia

IFF Health, part of International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., and DolCas Biotech partnered on the sale and marketing of Curcugen, an all-natural turmeric extract for use in dietary supplements and foods and beverages. 

IFF Health, Dolcas Biotech partner for sale and marketing of Curcugen turmeric extract

Leafreport has released the results of testing conducted by third party testing lab Canalysis Laboratories on CBD-infused beverages. The results were disappointing, as 81% of the products tested contained different levels of CBD than advertised. 

Independently-tested CBD beverages had CBD content inconsistent with labels, says Leafreport

A new survey from MarketPlace found that immunity and prevention are top purchase drivers for U.S. supplement users. 

Consumers prioritizing immune health in light of pandemic, says new MarketPlace survey

More consumers are seeking good-gut food and drinks rather than gulping them down in dietary supplements.

Consumers embrace probiotic and prebiotic foods and beverages

How are keto manufacturers keeping the category fresh for keto followers?

Ketogenic product trends in 2020

AHPA supports the addition of pullulan to the National List at 7 CFR § 205.605 as a nonagricultural (nonorganic) ingredient that can be used only in tablets and capsules for dietary supplements labeled, “Made with organic (specified ingredients or food group(s)).”

AHPA supports USDA’s proposal to allow pullulan in products labeled organic 

What is FDA’s stance on CBD in cosmetics?

Is CBD legal in cosmetics?

Geocann is introducing a new 4-in-1 immune health formulation that combines the benefits of curcumin (50 mg), cannabidiol (15 mg; CBD), beta-caryophyllene (7 mg; BCP), and vitamin D3 (200 IU). 