Healthycell, a supplement marketer that relies on a proprietary delivery technology as a differentiator, announced it has raised additional funds through a crowdfunding platform.
Up to 40 CBD (cannabinoid) companies have been contacted by the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) and told they have until 28 February to provide sufficient toxicology data or risk their products being removed from sale.
Researchers are open to the possibilities of supplement use to modify the gut microbiome as an aid to recovery from post-acute COVID-19 syndrome or ‘Long COVID.’
Dietary fibre plays a key role in human health; fibre-rich foods and prebiotics can help promote gut health and benefit the gut microbiota, for instance.
Could wild olive oil have health benefits to rival its cultivated counterpart? An animal study from the University of Seville shows that oil from the ancient Acebuche olive species could reduce arterial hypertension.
The supplementation of both berberine and probiotics has been shown to reduce post-meal lipid spike in Type II diabetes patients, according to a 12-week RCT from China.
A manufacturer’s claim that its apple cider vinegar gummies contain a health-promoting dose of the ingredient has been rejected by the National Advertising Division.
New research out of China using a rat model has found that the fungal species Phellinus igniarius can alleviate the symptoms of gouty arthritis. In addition, they found that a cultivated version of this scarce fungus performed well.
Not long ago, the idea of hemp-infused beverages taking a share of the beer, wine and spirit sales would have been laughable. But some companies are laughing all the way to the bank.
bioniq, a London-based provider of personalised supplements, has acquired university spin-off LOEWI in a deal that it says, “accelerates its European presence”.
The Huhu grub has become the latest insect of interest as an alternative protein source as researchers highlight a protein content to rival common meats as well as a richness in essential minerals.
ANSES, the French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety, is calling for applications from nutrition experts as it renews 10 of its groups to help assess health risks.
Here we present the latest research and innovation around skin health, including how processed foods consumption is linked to higher risk of eczema, a Singapore’s firm’s ‘bio-optimised’ collagen shots innovation, and the potential benefits of coix seed...
The EU ban on titanium dioxide has created harmonisation across the bloc for food and supplements, but the colour is still legal in the UK as well as in medicine products, plus there is the challenge of reformulation.
A new report looking into the internet’s role in shaping people’s engagement with scientific information finds that while misinformation is prevalent online, the extent of its impact is questionable.
Eating a small portion of dried goji berries on a regular basis could delay the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or prevent it altogether among healthy middle-aged people, according to a new study.
A study out of British Columbia has found that oral nutritional supplements that boost the intake of protein and other nutrients can benefit subjects suffering from kidney failure and improve outcomes when they begin dialysis.
Supplements of a specific Bacopa monnieri extract may improve measures of cognitive flexibility and executive functioning in children aged 6 to 14 years, says a new study from Australia.
DFE Pharma, a multinational manufacturer of excipients, has expanded its Nutroféli portfolio of solutions for the nutraceuticals industry with the addition of a maize starch range.
A strong immune system is one of the best defenses we have for protection against common infectious diseases. This has never been more important than now, as we tackle another winter dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Building a business that is environmentally sustainable is not just ‘for show’, but is also delivering tangible benefits such as saving costs, providing better control over the supply chain, and improving the quality of raw materials used, say a raft...
Quicksilver Scientific is capitalizing on the anti aging trend with a suite of products meant to be consumed in a staged system. The company says it plans to use the format in an upcoming clinical trial.
Israeli gummy supplement manufacturer TopGum Industries, Ltd. has responded to growing demand for the delivery form by breaking ground on a $30 million manufacturing plant.
DairyReporter recently had the opportunity to find out from ingredients company ADM what some of the trends are in the dairy alternatives space. We have a Q&A with Katie Kolpin-Gustafson, principal scientist, creation, design and development at ADM...
Due to popular demand, the deadline to enter this year’s NutraIngredients Awards has been extended by two weeks, with submissions now due by 7 February 2022.
Shaklee's director of Product Innovation and Scientific Affairs opened up about formulating immune support supplements and what consumers need to know about immune-boosting ingredients.
Gut sensors can differentiate between sugars and sweeteners and condition food choices in the same way as other sensory stimuli, according to research published in Nature Neuroscience. By better understanding these gut mechanisms the study authors believe...
Iowa-based Kemin Industries has made a strategic investment in Wisconsin-based Driftless Extracts LLC, a USDA-certified organic hemp producer, processor, and ingredient supplier.
Founded on the belief that sugar cravings are rooted equally in physical and emotional needs, the co-founders of Israeli startup Sweet Victory drew on their backgrounds as a psychologist and nutritionist to solve for both -- helping people kick their...
The flavonoid-like components of peanut stem and leaf extract appear to promote sleep quality via a mechanism of action that decreases neuronal excitability, according to researchers.
What is the best way for team-sport athletes to ensure a good night’s sleep before a big game? Drink tart cherry juice? Consume a high glycaemic index carbohydrate meal? Take some protein? Eat a couple of kiwifruit before bed? Pop some herbal supplements?
Wellness Innovations, a Dutch producer of algae oil goods, has raised €1.2m in investment for a fish-free future in which Omega-3 is sourced in an environmentally friendly way.
A large brain MRI trial has shown that the ‘Green’ Mediterranean diet, high in polyphenols and low in processed and red meat, may slow brain atrophy in the over 50s
Spain’s food production network, Blendhub has signed a strategic partnership with Nucaps, nanotechnology experts, to develop personalised functional ingredients.
New Scandinavian venture capital firm, Sound Bioventures, has secured its first round of funding for investment in biotech innovation in Europe and the US.
Diacylglycerol (DAG) oil can reduce body weight, body mass index, waist circumference and serum triacylglycerol (TAG) in people with glucose and lipid metabolism-related diseases, compared to those taking TAG oil, according to a meta-analysis of randomised...
Michelle Frame may just have the sweetest job in the industry. She is president and founder of Victus Ars, but she prefers the title “Candy Scientist.”
A new study that pools earlier data and shows a significant reduction in triglyceride levels will be good news for krill sector as a whole, says principal supplier Aker BioMarine.
Supplements with Calanus Oil derived from tiny sea crustaceans may improve measures of glucose metabolism and insulin resistance in obese people, says a new study from Germany.
Clasado Biosciences wants to cut its carbon output by half over the next five years and will streamline operations to achieve its goal, according to CEO, Per Rehné.
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) is a safer and more pervasive therapeutic alternative to cannabidiol, say the authors of the Gencor Pacific-commissioned review, ‘Palmitoylethanolamide: A Potential Alternative to Cannabidiol.’
Researchers found that a pair of cannabinoid acids bind to the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, preventing a critical step in the process the virus uses to infect people.
