Digestive Health

Recent IAFNS-supported research highlights how live microbes in food such as kimchi may reduce systemic inflammation. Other recent research supported by IAFNS validated new, animal-free laboratory methods to accurately measure and standardize protein digestibility.

In part II of his chat at Natural Products Expo West, Todd Runestad, NXT USA’s chief storytelling officer, discusses emerging nutraceutical strategies—from botanical ingredients targeting NAD metabolism for longevity to digestive support products—designed for consumers using GLP-1 weight-loss therapies.

Gut health is becoming a foundational pillar in the supplements landscape, driven by rising consumer education, increased attention to fiber, and the emergence of GLP-1 companion products.

Algae-based ingredients are moving into mainstream acceptance, driven by advances in cultivation, clinical research, formulation science, and sustainability-focused supply chains.

In this interview from Natural Products Expo West 2026, Katy Kinsella, Senior Business Development Manager, ProActive Health with Kerry, discusses innovations in probiotics and postbiotics.

The in vitro study found that supplementation with Organic NatureKnit, a fruit- and vegetable-based fiber blend from FutureCeuticals, demonstrated sustained prebiotic effects compared with purified fibers.

The ingredient from NutriScience showed support for improving self-reported feelings of anxiety and mood, particularly with men and younger adults.

A new prebiotic fiber supplement has announced that NutriLeads’ Benicaros ingredient will be included in the product.

The targeted probiotic CLB101 is intended to imitate the body’s natural butyrate production, offering multiple gut health benefits.

When combined with fiber-rich foods like wheat bran, the xylanase enzyme from BIO-CAT was shown to break down the fiber and release prebiotics that can support gut health.

New ingredients in the gut health category are improving on traditional digestive health aids and offering more comprehensive support that extend beyond the gut.

Dr. David Kahana, MD provides his perspective on the use of supplements to aid digestive health, and they ways he employs a range of supplement ingredients to provide benefits.

The partnership will launch a clinical trial on how probiotics influence gut health, emotional wellbeing, and cognition during perimenopause.

At SupplySide Global 2025, Dr. Sanjay Tamoli and Harris Sheikh, Co-Founders and Partners, Logical Square discuss CaFi and its digestive health benefits.

The brown seaweed extract Ocean Actives H+ from Oceanium delivers low-dose gut and immune benefits.

At The Outlook on Active Nutrition, Sara C. Campbell, associate professor and director of the Department of Kinesiology and Health at Rutgers University, explored the dynamic interplay between gut health, exercise, and brain function.

A clinical trial finds Benicaros prebiotic fiber boosts bifidobacteria, strengthens gut barrier, and supports immune health.

Live from the Outlook on Active Nutrition, we asked Alexis Collins, director of product and brand strategy for Stratum Nutrition, about what she sees as the biggest trend in active nutrition.

Targeting gut barrier integrity is an emerging strategy that is seeing growing consumer awareness, but still requires more education.

Lallemand expands its microbiome program with new equipment for advanced diagnostics.

Artemis International, Inc., is celebrating their 30th anniversary with the expansion of their ingredient portfolio with new ingredients, such as WholeCran, ElderCraft High-Fiber organic, and ACE Blends: ACEPlus and ACEMax.

The in vitro study shows that the upcycled carrot-based prebiotic Benicaros supports balanced gut microbiota and increases SCFA production in dogs.

Glory Kingdom recently launched their new Vit-Gute daily dietary supplement which contains NutriLeads BV’s Benicaros prebiotic fiber.

A recently published study examined gut microbiota and how it affects the body.