Weight Management

An update on emerging innovations in weight-management ingredients.

California Assembly Bill 1341, which restricts minors from purchasing dietary supplements and OTC products marketed for weight management, has been passed by the state’s Senate Judiciary Committee on June 21, 2022 by a vote of 4 to 1.

The American Herbal Products Association has withdrawn its opposition for California Assembly Bill 1341 after being amended to resolve concerns of affected industry.

Many active ingredients create major challenges for beverage formulators. Unpleasant flavor notes from ingredients can be difficult to mask considering that pumping sugar into these drinks is no longer a popular option.

Sweeteners suppliers continue to innovate sugar replacers that still achieve great taste, texture, mouthfeel, and functionality.

As consumers seek to shed pandemic pounds, they are also holding up their newfound focus on health overall.

The National Advertising Division of BBB National Programs recommended Goli discontinue claims regarding sexual function, weight loss and management, and physical performance after reviewing Goli’s evidence and determining that much of it was not sufficient to support its claims.

A Rhode Island bill (S.2613) is on the agenda to be place for a vote before the full Senate on May 31, 2022.

SAI Platform’s Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) 3.0 is global benchmark reference for sustainable farming and sourcing practices.

The International Food Information Council (IFIC) released its new 2022 Food and Health Survey polling consumers on their motivations when purchasing food.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition is pushing back against mischaracterization of dietary supplements as dangerous and adulterated.

The company says Taste Mod Sweet works in a variety of beverage applications and in a range of pH levels.

Innova Market Insights discusses how weight management is now a key influence on product launches as consumers focus on health and wellbeing.

Both sweeteners are produced using Conagen’s proprietary precision fermentation process.

The bill specifically restricts dietary supplements containing an ephedrine group alkaloid, and any supplement containing: androstanedoil, androstenedione, androstenedione, noradrostenediol, noradrostenediol, and dehydroepiandrosterone.

Bringing a nature-identical turmeric molecule to market is a first for Sabinsa.

At March’s Expo West trade show, Cargill introduced a stevia solution that can be used in a range of concentrate products, such as foodservice fountain drinks, energy shots, alcoholic drinks, and fruit, dairy, or coffee syrups.

PLT Health Solutions announced the results of two pre-clinical trials, and one yet-to-be-published clinical trial that offer fresh insights into the mechanisms of action behind its Slendacor Weight Management Complex ingredient’s weight management benefits.

Glanbia’s new additions include BarPro 100/120 milk protein concentrate, BarFlex 100 whey protein concentrate, Crunchie milk protein bites and crisps, and Crunchie whey protein crisps.

The first sample is a vegan dark-chocolate-dipped cookie dough protein bar, which is made with Merit’s high-purity Peazazz pea protein and Puratein C canola protein.

The new branded ingredient contains Calebin A, a curcumin analog, and supports balanced cholesterol, healthy blood sugar levels, circulation, as well as weight management.

The company, formerly known as Zhucheng Haotian Pharma Company, Ltd. (ZCHT), says the name change to Howtian better reflects its global footprint and sustainability goals.

Results showed that decrease in appetite sensation and satiety quotients were significantly higher in subjects taking hibiscus and lemon verbena extracts.

No doubt diet plays a part in the rise and fall of blood sugar, so is there a place for dietary ingredients in helping consumers manage their blood sugar?

Ashwagandha is seeing consistent growth driven by demands in mood-support products, but its versatile benefits are still waiting to be tapped into.