Digestive Health

AIDP Inc. announced that it has acquired the core technology and related intellectual property of Olygose SAS.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients launched Biotis SleepWell, formulated with its prebiotic Biotis GOS (galacto-oligosaccharide), amino acids such as tryptophan and cysteine, vitamins, and minerals.

The DuPont Human Microbiome Venture entered a research partnership with Procter & Gamble, focusing on the discovery and development of next-generation probiotics

BioNeutra North America launched VitaFiber Plus, which combines a healthy low-calorie sweetener, a prebiotic, and a soluble dietary fiber all in one.

Lonza launched TWK10, a probiotic strain isolated from naturally fermented Taiwanese kimchi designed for athletes and active consumers.

A recently published study found that supplementation with branded bacteriophage, PreforPro, enhanced the effects of probiotics.

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

A recent study found that supplementation with a novel medical probiotic called Pendulum Glucose Control improved A1C and reduced blood glucose spikes in subjects with type 2 diabetes.

A report on the current global landscape of probiotic clinical trials.

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

UK-based OptiBiotix Health PLC launched WellBiome, a functional fiber and mineral blend, containing fructooligosaccharides, glucomannan, and chromium.

GanedenBC30, a branded probiotic used in multiple food and beverage categories, was approved in Australian and New Zealand for a range of digestive-health claims supported by a wealth of scientific evidence.

Standard Process has developed a product called GI Stability which is an innovative formula combining 2’-Fucosyllactose (2’-FL) HMO, Collinsonia root, and whole food ingredients beet and okra powder to support healthy gut microbiome.

Lallemand Health Solutions and Proge Farm closed a licensing deal for the commercialization of Proge Farm’s probiotic strain L. plantarum P17630 (Proge P17630), which has specific women health benefits.

A taxonomy change for the Lactobacillus genus will impact probiotic product labels, product claims, GMPs, and more.

Postbiotics are still at the beginning of their market journey while promising a multitude of health benefits.

A new study published in PLOS ONE found colostrum products on the market deliver widely different bioactivity based on several quality factors.

The National Health Commission of the People’s Republic of China approved three patented probiotic strains from Lallemand Health Solutions as safe for use in infant food.

The Council for Responsbile Nutrition has issued a response to 60 Minutes segment on probiotics.

Aurea Biolabs launched Ginactiv, a full-spectrum 100% ginger ingredient that uses the company’s PNS (Polar – Non-Polar Sandwiching) technology.

Market researchers IRI (Chicago) and SPINS (Chicago) shared these observations during a webcast held on June 10, moderated by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN; Washington, DC) and presented by Informa’s Natural Products Insider publication.

Organic India introduced a psyllium pre & probiotic fiber powder in three flavors-orange, cinnamon spice, and original-that can be used in baked goods, smoothies, and more.

The American Gastroenterological Association released new clinical guidelines which find that there is not enough evidence to support the use of probiotics for most digestive conditions. However, the guidelines do conditionally support the use of certain probiotic formulations in three specific clinical settings. 

Classified as a medical food, Pendulum Glucose Control is specifically designed to manage type 2 diabetes. 

And how could new discoveries lead to opportunities for pre- and probiotics?