Digestive Health

The new funding will enable Brightseed to advance natural compound discovery and clinical validation, as well as launch the company’s first generally recognized as safe (GRAS) ingredient from a new commercialization center in Raleigh, North Carolina.

In May 2021, the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) formally defined what, operationally speaking, a postbiotic is. So what does this signal for the postbiotics market?

Results showed that the enzyme blend more effectively released nutrients from a balanced meal compared to control conditions, which relied solely on endogenous enzymes similar to those already present in the human digestive system.

Nexira will present four new scientific studies on gut health, urinary comfort, beauty from within, and sports nutrition at VitaFoods Europe 2022, taking place on May 10-12.

The firm is also unveiling a range of new functional food applications for its Collavat n2 native (undenatured) type II collagen ingredient for joint health.

There’s no limit to the potential popularity of products designed for microbiome support. The only thing standing in their way right now is the availability of clinical research.

Maypro has joined the International Probiotics Association.

Some of the ways to lower our risk of developing this cognitive impairment may surprise you—and they have to do with diet and nutrition.

PharmaLinea launched a new line of prebiotic products, >Your< Prebiotiq, and several new additions to their existing lines for iron deficiency and urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Probi completed the first commercial production batches of Blis K12 at its U.S. manufacturing site. The company was able to eliminate the need for dairy milk products in the formulation as well.

Taiyo is introducing new concepts in the healthy aging, sports nutrition, and clean-label categories.

A look at emerging trends in seniors’ heart health supplements

A recent study found that a special blend of two probiotic strains may help reduce the severity of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) in infants.

The first product, developed from a new technological platform from Lesaffre that targets the main drivers of pathogen—induced digestive issues—is intended to fight pathogenic bacteria responsible for serious infections.

Eye health supplements continue to improve and diversify, with ingredient R&D opening new avenues.

PanTheryx is expanding its formulation capabilities with the addition of colostrum + probiotic products for adult and children’s dietary supplements.

The GRAS status of these strains completes the portfolio of 19 strains of quadruple-coated probiotics offered by Nutralliance, available in single-strain solutions and custom blends.

Tate & Lyle PLC has signed an agreement to acquire Quantum Hi-Tech Biological Co. Ltd., a leading prebiotic dietary fiber business from ChemPartner Pharmatech Co. Ltd. for a total consideration of $237 million.

Synbio Tech Inc. has broken ground on construction of a new plant in Kaohsiung Science Park, Taiwan.

A trend report from prebiotics supplier Prenexus Health predicts that medicinal mushrooms can make a splash in digestive health products.

NZMP and Maypro have entered into an agreement in which Maypro will be an authorized reseller of NZMP’s BifidoB HN019 and LactoB HN001 probiotic strains in North America, as well as new strains in development.

At the show, the company shared such prototypes as Peach Mango Stick Packs for immune health, a Caramel Cold-Brew Coffee Bar for cognitive health, and Chai-Flavored Dark-Chocolate Bites for digestive health.

Nexira announced that its acacia processing capacity has increased by more than 20% at its French site in Normandy.

At Expo West, companies discussed how their ingredients stand out in a market that’s growing more competitive.

There are many paths to cognitive support, and creating a product that’s just right for your target customer can be daunting.

Immune health brands are bringing multifunctional supplements and powders to market.

Subjects experienced positive results without having to change their diets, demonstrating that the ingredients may be well-suited for a personalized nutrition approach.

The health claim recognizes the strain’s ability to support healthy bowel habits in adults with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) at a daily dose of 10 billion colony-forming units (CFU).

In its first annual report on food, beverage, and health and wellness trends, U.S. food broker Presence highlights relaxation, mushroom, and digestive health demands, and more.

The 53,800-sq-ft expansion is set to be completed in May 2023 and is projected to grow the company’s current fermentation production by more than 400%.