Immune Support

New meta-analysis finds statistically significant evidence that vitamin C administration reduced length of ICU stays for surgery patients. 

New study shows that Kemin's algae-based beta-glucan ingredient reduced symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection as well as the number of sick days of subjects. 

There is no singular sports nutrition shopper today. For sports nutrition brands, this fact is as exciting as it is challenging.

Market research indicates that today’s consumers are spending more on immune-health supplements than ever. Ahead, a look at some of the latest studies on immune-health ingredients.

The company positions these ingredients for the vegan and vegetarian market, where they provide plant-based sources of protein and vitamin B12.

Sambazon's new Tropical Immunity Superfruit Pack is rich in vitamin C from acerola cherry. 

Swisse Wellness has launched two new immune-health products.

ColdZyme significantly reduced cold symptoms and improved quality of life in subjects with the common cold, compared to control.

In the natural channel, elderberry has grown in sales to surpass other well-known immune-support ingredients such as echinacea and vitamin C.

2018’s most unexpected supplement sales trends, according to SPINS.

Are these lesser-known plants ready for prime time?

At November’s SupplySide West show, botanical suppliers showcased their ingredients targeting a range of product categories.

Samantha Ford, AIDP’s business development manager, said Natural Remedies' ayurvedic lineup complements AIDP’s own line of ingredients for many of the same health conditions.

At this year’s SupplySide West show, Kemin previewed data from a newly completed and not yet published study showing that BetaVia Complete, the whole-cell algae ingredient, achieved significant benefits in endurance-trained adults dealing with symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection.

A beverage containing immune-health ingredient Wellmune baker’s yeast beta-glucan significantly reduced the severity of upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) among marathon runners in new research.

Despite their rising profile, probiotics have yet to reach their full potential with Americans, whether as supplements or functional-food ingredients.

A new study has found a relationship between gut microbiota and immune cells that allows the body to mount an effective immune response and control inflammation. 

Not only do 75% of Americans take supplements, but 87% of U.S. adults have overall confidence in the safety, quality, and effectiveness of dietary supplement products, the survey found.

Nasal microbiota may have an influence on immune response, inflammation, viral load, and cold symptoms according to a new study. 

A new animal study shows that the immune system helps maintain good gut bacteria in addition to defending against bad bacteria.

Prebiotic benefits extend to metabolic health, heart health, and more.

In September, FDA released new draft guidance for probiotics indicating the agency will accept CFUs as a unit of measurement.

Functional water is changing the way people consume water.

Post-surgical immune function as well as recovery outcomes improved for GI cancer patients after short-term omega-3 supplementation, according to meta-analysis. 

Ayurvedic superfood brand Hanah has launched a new Cordyceps sinensis product whose ingredients are the first to be harvested directly from the kingdom of Bhutan using sustainable harvesting methods.