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The Global Stevia Institute shares new research that found all nine key steviol glycoside molecules were not affected by regular manufacturing processes.

Glanbia Nutritionals launches two new flaxseed sprouted seed ingredients that are heat-treated for enhanced safety and purity.

Kappa Bioscience announces new study results suggesting its synthetic-derived K2Vital is bioequivalent to fermentation-derived vitamin K2 MK-7.

Today’s capsules and softgels rise to the needs of both ingredients and consumers.

In North America, sales of probiotic supplements will outpace sales of all other kinds of supplements, including glucosamine, combination dietary supplements, protein supplements, CoQ10, omega-3s, and eye-health supplements, says Euromonitor.

The new 3C technology allows for “tailored omega-3 EPA and DHA high concentrates,” according to DSM.

The short-chain fructooligosaccharide not only serves as a fiber source but also provides functional health benefits as well as formulating benefits such as sugar reduction because the ingredient is 30% as sweet as sugar

The expansion to Prinova’s line of encapsulated flavor includes new capabilities for dry applications and an improved shelf life of up to 42 months.

How to control costs while optimizing capsule-filling productivity and performance

An innovative new vegan iron ingredient derived from legumes, plus other mineral news updates from SupplySide West.

High-concentrate launches take top billing, but firms are also exploring other ways to differentiate their omega-3 offerings. 

Immune-health suppliers are focusing on ensuring their ingredients work in as many different product formats as possible.

Natural Alternatives International’s new SR CarnoSyn allows for a high dose of beta-alanine to be released over several hours, thereby reducing the chance of off-putting paresthesia sensations.

In the two years since Welch’s first entered the ingredients realm, its strong brand recognition has proven to be both an asset and, at times, a challenge.

Significantly higher blood levels of EPA omega-3s were found in study participants supplementing with Coromega products over other omega-3 emulsified liquids or soft gels.

Now Foods has begun using the RiboPrinter DNA-fingerprinting system from Dupont to help verify the identity and purity of its probiotic ingredients.

Sports performance products are gaining fans everywhere, but some product types are proving more popular than others.

The Flex Pro ES Chewables combine astaxanthin, hyaluronate, and hydrolyzed eggshell membrane.

Previously known for its flavor-neutralizing capabilities with vegetable proteins, Glanbia’s EasyFlav technology has now been developed specifically for whey protein systems.

New consumer research from Lycored found that 88% of consumers said they would pay more for a flavored milk beverage made with natural flavorings and colors compared to an average flavored milk beverage.

Ganeden and Avoke will be working together to launch a new line of avocado-based smoothie bowls with probiotics.

Researchers found that L-threonate is the only magnesium anion that efficiently transports magnesium to neuron cells in the brain.

Preclinical study results suggest Nitrosigine bonded arginine silicate complex significantly increases blood serum levels of arginine and silicon compared to equivalent doses of Nitrosigine’s components individually.

More ingredient suppliers now offer vegan-friendly dietary supplement ingredients.

Supplement firm VitaThinQ has launched two new mint products designed for the energy and weight-management markets.