A celebration of innovation: Reasons to enter the NutraIngredients USA Awards
Entries for the awards are welcome across 16 categories, covering ingredients, finished products, companies and initiatives in the nutrition and food supplements industry.
Mind & mood
Culture shift: Could omics advances unlock the full potential of fermented foods?
Fermented foods have been part of the human diet for at least 10,000 years, but researchers are only just starting to understand the microbiomes found in these foods and their impact on health.
Dirtea re-imagined: Pure Essentials cue new focus on clean cognitive care
Mushrooms drinks and gummies brand Dirtea is taking its community of fungi fanatics on a journey of creatine and collagen discovery with new product launches that aim to evolve the brand from mushroom mogul to mind health mentor.
What’s next for psychobiotics? Precision nutrition and the future of mental health research
The emerging field of psychobiotics must shift to precise, mechanism-driven interventions if it is to deliver meaningful clinical impact, according to Dr. Gerard Clarke, professor of neurobehavioral science at University College Cork.
February NPD launchpad: Gummies and hormone support top the charts
This month’s launches include a significant brand evolution, targeted gummies and a flurry of formulations designed to support women through hormonal disruption.
Pharmactive to explore more health claim opportunities following approval in South Korea
Madrid-headquartered Pharmactive Biotech Products, SLU, which has received individual license approval by South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) for its proprietary saffron extract’s stress-relief claim, looks to explore additional health...
NutraWomen Wednesday: Helen Christoni, Co-Creator, Make Time Wellness
When Helen Christoni watched her grandmother struggle with late-stage Alzheimer’s and her mother-in-law battle frontal temporal dementia, she uncovered a startling truth that would change her life’s direction. One in five women face Alzheimer’s risk...
Early BioGaia probiotic use linked to gut comfort at age 10
New data reveals a significant correlation between supplementation with L. reuteri DSM 17938 during the first three months of life and lower abdominal pain at age 10.
February Launch Pad: From men’s health to pregnancy, starting in the gut
Microbiome-driven innovation dominates the latest launches, from prebiotic fibers and next-gen probiotics to L-glutamine, but brands are also expanding into targeted solutions for cognition, stress, hydration and metabolic support.
Supplements industry leading the charge on decentralized trials
The supplements industry has been a trailblazer in its adoption of health tech and decentralized clinical trials to advance scientific backing of commercial products.
Centre for Nutraceuticals aims to be ‘global voice’ for the industry
The University of Westminster officially launched its expanded Centre for Nutraceuticals this month, now with a first-of-its-kind tailored capsule machine for personalized nutrition research.
Yeubo launches first ritual-led children’s supplement line
A 22-year-old entrepreneur has launched a ritual-led children’s supplement brand which aims to harness the placebo effect to help children feel calm, focused and brave.
“Its moment has arrived”: Marula fruit ripe for global functional food success
The highly abundant South African polyphenol-rich marula fruit is being under-exploited by the functional food and supplements industry, according to the Marula Fruit Products Association.
NutraCast: The rise of personalized menopausal care in the supplement industry with SEASON34
When CEO Irene Rojas Stanbury could not find relief for her own perimenopausal symptoms, she decided to create the solution herself. Teaming up with her mother, Dr. Maria Stanbury, a gynecologist with over 30 years of experience, they developed SEASON34,...
A smart move for beauty-from-within: Make Time Wellness expands to Ulta Beauty
Women’s brain health brand Make Time Wellness now offers its three-product lineup on Ulta Beauty’s website, reflecting broadening interest in supplements positioned at the intersection of wellness and beauty.
Authorities play catch-up on caffeine energy pouch regulation
Highly caffeinated energy pouches currently exist in a regulatory grey area, with a patchwork of different rules beginning to emerge across European nations.
Zinzino bolsters US presence with $30M It Works! merger
Swedish health tech firm ZinoZino and US-based health and wellness platform It Works! have combined expertise to provide tailored supplements internationally.
How Bevi’s expansion strategy is driving revenue growth beyond the office
Smart water cooler company Bevi is accelerating its growth by tapping into a new, high-traffic market. After weathering a near-existential threat during the pandemic, the company is emerging with a broader footprint —and driving momentum by tapping into...
Groupe Berkem study reveals impact of Biombalance on gut-brain axis
The grape seed extract Biombalance can modulate microbial metabolic pathways and influence key gut–brain axis mediators, according to new research.
US manufacturing access opens new Alpha-GPC format options in maturing cognitive health market
CHEMI Nutra’s new domestic manufacturing partnerships have positioned the brand to unlock soft gel and liquid applications for its Alphasize Alpha-GPC ingredient in an increasingly competitive cognitive health supplement market.
A new generation of energy: Are pouches the next ‘big thing’ in active nutrition?
Mouth pouches have emerged as one of the fastest growing CPG categories, signaling a major trend in nootropics as consumers seek functional ways to boost performance—sans nicotine.
FSA consumer survey reveals high CBD use and reliance, but low regs knowledge
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has released the results of a consumer survey revealing prevalent use and reliance on CBD in the UK, with half of users unaware of the reduced safe upper limit.
Coffee, energy drinks and caffeinated mints? Neuro consumers want it all
With a growing consumer shift toward health-conscious lifestyles, the market is seeing an increasing selection of caffeine alternatives. Despite the recent rise in options, new research has found that certain consumer segments want it all.
NutraCast: Dr. Coetzee on personalized nutrition, psychoneutrogenomics and why anaerobic bacteria is the next big thing
Dr. Oscar Coetzee, VP of education and clinical support at Designs for Health, shared his unconventional career journey from psychology to nutritional science and how he still applies much of his background to his current work.
Getting inside Gen Z’s head: Global data spotlights stress and sleep struggles
Stress and sleep are the top priorities for the next generation of consumers, and they have a growing appetite for supplements that can support them, according to latest market insights.
January Launch Pad: Probiotics lead the way
From the gut-skin to the gut-bone to the gut-vaginal axes, new launches are proving biotics benefits extend far beyond gut health.
Broccoli sprouts’ bioactive shown to preserve cognitive function in seniors
The supplementation of glucoraphanin, a bioactive compound abundant in broccoli sprouts, has been shown to preserve cognitive function in seniors, especially seniors diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment.
UK Biobank research suggests omega-3 linked to mood disorders
A study using data from the United Kingdom Biobank found that omega-3 was inversely associated with a history of both depression and anxiety.
Jan 2026 Launchpad: Creatine, collagen, iron and probiotic NPD put women center stage
New product launches in January 2026 suggest women’s health is front of mind for formulators across the industry, with NPD focused on beauty, pregnancy and everyday energy.
Novel Foods: Major updates on botanical assessments
The European Commission (EC) has updated its Novel Food Catalogue, offering crucial clarification on the status of several traditional botanical ingredients.
Award returns for second year to celebrate the industry’s creative minds
The NutraIngredients Awards are back, and with one more week to apply, one returning category is a little different from the rest.
GABA-producing probiotic may improve sleep measures for 77% of users: RCT
Daily supplementation with a specific probiotic that produces the neurotransmitter GABA improved sleep for 77% of participants taking the strain, with 100% of women experiencing the benefits, says a new study using Verb Biotics’ Lp815.
More time, more impact: NutraIngredients Europe Awards extend entry deadline
The submission dealdine for the NutraIngredients Europe Awards has been extended to Feb. 2, 2026, providing innovators in the nutrition and health sectors with additional time to submit their entries.
Aronia extract may improve working memory in older adults
Solabia’s chokeberry extract Brainberry may positively affect spatial working memory in older participants, according to new research published in Clinical Nutrition.
NI Awards: Encouraging businesses to reach new heights
With entries for the NutraIngredients Awards 2026 closing on Jan. 26, last year’s winners have described the personal and professional benefits of winning an accolade designed to set businesses apart from the competition.
Magnesium L-threonate may boost cognitive performance and improve sleep: RCT
Six weeks of supplementation with Magtein magnesium L-threonate may reduce brain cognitive age by 7.5 years, compared to placebo, says a new clinical trial from Australia.
IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026: Market dynamics, pioneers, next gen biotics and ‘from bums to gums’ headline Day 1
The IPA World Congress + Probiota is less than a month away with must-see speakers on Day 1 including Dr. John Hale, Muriel Gonzalez, Ewa Hudson, Dr. Koen Venema, Meghan Taylor and more!
NutraCast: Is fiber the new protein?
A new trend report examines why consumers are tapping into functional foods over supplements for fiber, how GLP-1 users are driving prebiotic adoption and why diverse fiber formulations outperform single-prebiotic strategies.
Probiotic shows promise for stress management in men, but not women
Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) supplementation showed sex-specific improvements in perceived stress in healthy young adults, according to new research published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Postbiotic shows potential for sleep support
A new study suggests that although heat-treated Limosilactobacillus fermentum PS150 did not demonstrate superiority over placebo for primary sleep outcomes, it was associated with beneficial endocrine changes related to sleep-wake regulation,...
Plant People CEO outlines growth strategy following Manna Tree minority investment
US-based functional wellness brand Plant People is looking to accelerate national expansion following November’s closed Series A funding round with Manna Tree.
Biobank data sheds light on the link between biotin and cognitive wellness
Data drawn from 80,000 UK Biobank participants indicate that biotin may play a protective role in mental health.
‘Pioneering study’: Encapsulation of probiotics leads to different brain connectivity effects
A micro-encapsulated probiotic may target the gut differently than a non-encapsulated form, and this appears to impact its gut-brain activity, says a new study.
Fish oil oxidation: Experts debate the science and health impacts
Research shows that some fish oil supplements are oxidized, but is there any scientific evidence to support the perception that oxidized fish oil is less efficacious or even detrimental?
BonPatch expects uptake of patch format to grow, adopts three-pronged strategy
Aussie brand BonPatch foresees a greater uptake of transdermal patches as consumers actively seek formats that simplify wellness, while pursuing a three-pronged strategy to realize its ambitions in market expansion and category leadership.
NutraIngredients Awards Europe 2026: Meet the judges
The NutraIngredients Awards have become known as the “Oscars of the nutrition world” largely thanks to the caliber of its panel of industry expert judges.
Anthocyanins may improve multiple aspects of cognitive function: Study
Anthocyanin supplementation improved general cognition compared to control, according to a new meta-analysis published in the journal GeroScience.