Curcumin supplementation significantly improved depression severity in obese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), according to a recent study.
The founder of Australia-based JSHealth Vitamins, which is expanding across Asia, says beauty-from-within success has to start by targeting the gut, and predicts that microbiome-focused innovations will continue to grow in popularity.
Insisting on a high bar in product testing protects both a company’s bottom line and the dietary supplement industry’s long-term success, says Alkemist Labs.
Austrian plant-based probiotics player Slimbiotics has announced a strategic cooperation with Laboratorios Columbia to accelerate the development of innovative health products, including those targeting liver health.
The potential immune health benefits of Hofseth BioCare’s OmeGo full spectrum, enzymatically liberated salmon oil continue to expand, with a new study showing impressive results in people with mild-to-moderate COVID.
Daily consumption of kaempferol, a plant flavonoid, may induce behavioral changes, such as an increase in physical activity (PA) and the number of recreational weekend outings, which improve sleep quality, says a new study.
When prompted, AI chatbots Bard (now Gemini) and ChatGPT failed to create meal plans with adequate amounts of certain macro- and micro-nutrients, which would require supplementation in certain populations.
Citing trustworthiness red flags, an updated Cochrane review of the evidence on the effects of vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy significantly reduced the number of studies included in previous assessments.
Leading microbiome researchers at APC Microbiome Ireland (APC), University College Cork, have partnered with global food and drink giant Kerry Group to explore how diet can support cognitive health.
A combination of three probiotic strains with or without a postbiotic may reduce levels of liver enzymes and support liver health and function, says a new study from Glac Biotech Co. in Taiwan.
Precision health company January AI is expanding its artificial intelligence offering with digital twin technologies to quickly advance product development in the food industry.
Six months of supplementation with Nutrafol Women's Vegan Capsules, a multi-ingredient product, may boost a woman’s hair growth and quality, according to data from a multi-site, single-blind prospective clinical study.
A low dose of guayusa leaf extract may boost cognition and mood in health young adults, while a higher dose may also promote motor-cognitive performance, according to results of a small acute-dosing study.
High temperatures pose micronutrient deficiency risks at the historic 2024 Olympics—the first games with an equal gender split—according to a nutrition advisor working with athletes as they enter the fourth and final week in Paris.
The combined intake of vitamins D and K could improve cardiovascular and bone health in postmenopausal women, highlighting the potential benefits of supplementation, according to a new review.
Athlete-built and science-backed turmeric shot brand The Turmeric Co. is aiming to build a portfolio of health drink ranges, starting with a watermelon-based electrolyte juice brand to rival popular artificial sports drinks.
New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra is looking to further explore innovation opportunities for protein and phospholipids targeted at addressing mobility concerns, including muscle and joint health, amid “massive” ageing populations in Asia-Pacific.
A paper published this week in the JAMA Network Open medical journal spotlights the use of six herbal supplements frequently associated with potential hepatotoxic effects. The reliability of the data, approach, conclusions and call to action quickly came...
BASF has declared force majeure on the supply of some vitamin A and E and carotenoid products, with certain aroma ingredients impacted as well, following a fire at a plant at its Ludwigshafen site.
Women's health startup Valerie announced the soft launch of its inaugural product this week, a liposomal shot designed to help users overcome the most common symptoms of perimenopause.
New research has revealed an association between maternal vitamin D status and the gut microbiota structure and composition of infants potentially linked to an increased risk of allergic diseases, highlighting the need for supplementation in pregnancy.
Probiotics and casein supplements could improve endurance of male soccer players, according to a recent double-blinded, randomized, placebo-controlled study.
There is rising interest in yeast proteins as food and supplement companies look for novel alternatives to soy and pea protein, with companies such as Japan’s iSDG, South Korea’s Orion Corporation, and America’s Swanson making new launches.
Supplementation with spirulina and copper may help water polo players’ subjective performance measurements by lowering muscular tension, according to a recent study.
BASF has provided an update following an incident at one of its plants last week, indicating potential delays or disruptions in the supply of products from the vitamin E and vitamin A value chain and related carotenoids.
The nutraceutical industry has thanked Basil Mathioudakis for his determination, wit, extraordinary commitment and great legacy, after he passed away on August 2.
The combination of prebiotics and human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) is gaining traction in Asia for infants, alongside prebiotics and protein for the ageing population, says Friesland Campina.
UK-based personalized nutrition company Zoe recently received $15 million in a Series B extension funding from investment company Coefficient Capital to expand into the United States.
While both microalgal and fish sources of omega-3 are effective at providing consumers with EPA and DHA fatty acids, there are important differences which must be accurately marketed to avoid consumer confusion.
As the Olympics take center stage, ADM has revealed its line-up of active nutrition concepts set to tap into trends for gut health focused sports nutrition, rapid rehydration, esports, health-boosting flavor powders and more.
Morinaga Milk Industry zeroed in on the weight management efficacies of Bifidobacterium breve B-3 (B. breve B-3) probiotic strain, and its potential for preventing age-related metabolic issues, at the Growth Asia Summit 2024.
Consuming an oral dose of keratin may provide beauty-from-within benefits for hair and skin in women between the ages of 45 and 60, according to a new study on supplier AIDP's KeraGEN-IV ingredient.
Research in professional football players indicates that the response to increased muscle mass under creatine supplementation in professional football players is associated with a genetic score.
Weizmannia coagulans BC99 (formerly Bacillus coagulans) reduced the symptoms of constipation via the modulation of Bifidobacterium and Ruminococcus impacting metabolic pathways that impact metabolism and inflammation, according to new research.
Taking a single nightly dose of kava extract surprisingly increased the daytime motivation to move during two weeks of military special operations training, according to a recent study led by researchers at wellness company Thorne HealthTech.
Wellness-conscious consumers are seeking magnesium-enriched and multi-purpose drinks to improve their health and well-being, blurring the line between traditional product categories, Circana shared in a recent webinar.
Spanish supplement manufacturer Cien por Cien Natural has launched the first omega-3 product in Europe using Aker BioMarine’s PL+ technology for improved bioavailability.
In an editorial published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, leading natural product researchers summarized the flaws in the botanical research used by European regulators to question the safety of ashwagandha.
Consumers do not necessarily actively look for science-backed research when purchasing nutritional products, but they tend to trust that brands would do their due diligence and are the gatekeepers of the science and quality of their products.
