Growth Asia Summit 2026
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Women’s health experts discuss hormones and wellbeing
It’s just under a month to the Growth Asia Summit 2026, where women’s health will be one of the main topics in the spotlight
Weight management
Spinach extract one step closer to satiety health claim
Science-backed spinach extract Appethyl has taken a significant step towards health claim approval and is now available for acquisition by firms eager to compete in the GLP-1 market.
Review: Targeted fiber consumption could boost long-term outcomes of GLP-1 therapy
Dietary fibers and GLP-1 drugs should not be viewed as competing weight management approaches, but complementary strategies, according to a new review published in Advances in Nutrition.
PCOS becomes PMOS: A ‘genuine opportunity’ for industry
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has officially been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) in a ‘long overdue’ move described as a genuine opportunity for the health and nutrition industry.
May NPD Launchpad: Innovations highlight creatine+, fiber and botanical blends
New product launches across Europe in May 2026 reveal trends for innovating with creatine format and formulation, fiber for sugar and bloat reduction, and a focus on all-natural botanical blends.
Epax’s cetoleic acid supplement shows promise for cardiovascular health
Supplementation with Epax’s omega-9 and omega-11 blend reduced LDL cholesterol by 7% in overweight and obese adults after eight weeks, according to a new clinical trial funded by The Norwegian Seafood Research Fund.
From science to strategy: Inside Probiota Americas 2026
The highlight of the microbiome health industry calendar, this year’s Probiota Americas conference will provide its unrivalled mix of world-leading expert presentations, inspiring roundtables, innovative pioneers and unmissable networking opportunities.
Probiota Americas 2026: Healthspan, phages, prebiotics and weight management headline Day 2
Probiota Americas is less than two weeks away with must-see speakers on Day 2 including Dr. Doug Bolster, (OLIPOP), Dr. Ohad Manor (Thorne), Dr. Marcel van de Wouw (The Weston Family Foundation), Dr. Ann Gregory (University of Calgary), Dr. Trevor Kirby...
Qina launches Food Health Ecosystem to improve access to real-world data
Strategic innovation consultancy Qina has launched a Food Health Ecosystem to improve data insights for those operating in personalized nutrition, with the aim to improve access to real-world, long-term data and drive evidence-based innovation.
Probiota Americas 2026: Market dynamics, regulations, microbiome mitigation of environmental pollutants, and companion animals headline Day 1
Probiota Americas is less than two weeks away with must-see speakers on Day 1 including Nick Gibson (Nielsen IQ), Peter McMath (WPIC), Dr. Stan Kubow (McGill University), Dr Martha Cline (Nestlé Purina Petcare), Dr. Anna Lindell (Cambiotics), and more!
May Launch Pad: Energy, portability and skin for the win
This month’s launches highlight a wide array of need states. From energy to cognitive support to beauty benefits tied to longevity, brands are increasingly developing targeted wellness solutions focused on performance, healthy aging and everyday well-being.
Influencer-led education: Inside Balchem’s new consumer awareness strategy
Balchem is capitalizing on the positive results it has seen through consumer-facing marketing, now actively partnering with social media influencers to spread the word about its flagship ingredients.
Caffeine intake before exercise may aid breakdown of fats in overweight women
Taking caffeine 60 minutes before exercising may significantly improve the breakdown of fats in overweight and obese women, say new findings from China.
Trendspotting at Vitafoods Europe: Mashups, hybrids and the industry’s new pillars
From hybrid ‘mashups’ and functional gummies to creatine’s mainstream expansion and mounting pressure on whey protein supply, Nick Morgan, managing director of Nutrition Integrated, shared insights on the biggest trends shaping Vitafoods Europe 2026.
Jenerise launches precision-grade creatine monohydrate
Creatine innovation and education company Jenerise has launched a ‘precision-grade’ creatine monohydrate that seeks to raise creatine quality-standards across the dietary supplement market.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Blackmores, Fast&Up to highlight active nutrition
Active nutrition will take the spotlight at this year’s Growth Asia Summit 2026, with Blackmores and Fast&Up taking the stage to share expert insights
Brightseed expands bioactive dataset to 21M compounds
The California-based biotech company is aiming to improve its ability to identify and evaluate potential bioactive ingredients across a broader range of biological materials.
Formats to chew over: From fizzy bits to chocolate sticks, snowmelts to smoothies
Format fatigue was on the tip of everyone’s tongue at Vitafoods Europe last week (May. 5-7), and exhibitors did not fail to deliver genuinely innovative solutions to keep consumers’ tastebuds tingling, sometimes literally.
Rohto’s licorice extract capsule approved as FFC for body fat-reducing claim
A product called Licorice Extract Capsule launched by MG Pharma Inc (MGP), a subsidiary of Rohto Pharmaceutical, has been accepted as a Foods with Function Claims (FFC) for its body fat-reducing effect.
Across the Nutraverse: Chemist Warehouse to enter the UK, H&B partners with Phlo, NutraIngredients Europe Awards
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Holland & Barrett partners with weight loss drugs provider
UK-based retailer Holland & Barrett has partnered with Phlo, which offers weight loss pills and injections, in a bid to provide a ‘holistic approach’ to weight management.
NutraIngredients Europe Awards 2026 winners announced!
The NutraIngredients Europe Awards crowned 16 worthy winners last night during a VIP party in Barcelona.
FDA flags eBay listing over GLP-1 claims in rare warning letter
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rarely goes after eBay sellers, which is exactly why it caught Asa Waldstein’s eye.
NutraCast: Pendulum bets on prebiotics with Gut Fuel as GLP-1 buzz reshapes market
Biotech company Pendulum Therapeutics is expanding beyond probiotics with the launch of Gut Fuel, a prebiotic fiber and polyphenol blend designed to support gut microbiome function and metabolic health.
Vitafoods show floor preview: Exhibitors 0-Z
With just four days until Vitafoods Europe (May 5–7), we offer a third instalment of exhibitor previews providing a sneak peek at what will take place on the show floor.
Key trends emerge in Vitafoods Europe education programme
Vitafoods Europe will return to Barcelona from May 5–7, 2026 with more than 37 hours and 100 speakers of educational content highlighting key industry trends.
Transparency tech: New app reveals supplement ingredient credibility
A nutraceutical consultant hopes to elevate science-backed ingredients after creating an app which can analyze the scientific credibility, regulatory status, dose efficacy and ingredient interactions for any supplement on the market.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Alpro Pharmacy, BYHEALTH to present on metabolic health
Metabolic health and weight management are two key themes covered in this year’s Growth Asia Summit 2026 and Malaysia-based Alpro Pharmacy chain and China’s health supplement giant BYHEALTH are among the key speakers.
Today! Men’s health market momentum webinar
Experts from GNC, CPG Radar, and Holon Law Partners will share data and insight during a free webinar today, April 28 that explores the rapidly evolving men’s health supplement sector.
Vitafoods show floor preview: Exhibitors A–G
Taking place in Barcelona next week (May 5-7), Vitafoods Europe 2026 will once again bring together experts from across the functional food and supplements industry for an unmissable trade show.
Spate: US supplement market is moving toward a ‘symptom-first’ consumer
Shifting consumer behavior, including targeted health concerns and rapid growth in personalized formats, is driving growth across US supplement categories, with custom probiotics emerging as a key trend, according to Spate.
Kerry research: Ashwagandha root and leaf safe at 19 times standard dose
New research conducted by Kerry Group concluded Sensoril ashwagandha root and leaf extract was safe to take at 4,000 mg/kg/day, as regulators across the globe show increasing caution over the ingredient’s safety.
Men’s health moves beyond muscle as data reveals a broader shift in wellness
Men are expanding their focus and looking past performance, with younger consumers driving demand for supplements, functional foods and GLP-1-related solutions.
WINCEE launch: Women’s health research top of the agenda
Women are the foundation of healthy families and prosperous economies as they make 80% of purchasing decisions and invest their salaries in loved ones, yet are still underrepresented in clinical trials. WINCEE aims to bring this to an end.
Science shorts: Ginger extract for weight loss, ashwagandha for sports and more
This round-up highlights the latest health and nutrition research, including new findings on steamed ginger extract for weight loss, ashwagandha for supporting cardiorespiratory fitness and more.
3H Labs research: Steamed ginger extract supports weight loss
Supplementing with steamed ginger extract may help to reduce body fat and total weight while also improving cholesterol levels, according to new research.
NIQ: Everyday nutrition habits redraw boundaries for supplement category
Protein, fiber and functional claims are moving into mainstream formats, challenging traditional positioning of vitamins and dietary supplements
Evanium raises €2.2 million to deliver dual encapsulation technology
German life-science startup Evanium has raised €2.2 million to address botanical inefficiency with dual encapsulation technology which it claims will power the next generation of bioavailability-enhanced ingredients.
ABbiotek, Fytexia and Anzchem rebrand as Biotexia
ABF Ingredients businesses ABbiotek Health, Fytexia and Anzchem have joined under a new brand, Biotexia, in a move designed to strengthen their position across metabolic, immune, and digestive health, as well as the growing longevity market.
Can biopeptides reclaim weight loss from GLP‑1 drugs?
As GLP‑1 drugs reshape how people eat, food‑based bioactive peptides are emerging as a potential way to support satiety before, during and after drug use
CKD Bio on respiratory health: Underdeveloped but holds significant growth potential
South Korean firm CKD Bio sees respiratory health as a relatively underdeveloped segment, but increasing consumer concerns due to environmental and seasonal factors are expected to boost category growth.
Future Food-Tech San Francisco
What GLP‑1 users need: Food, nutrition and CPG innovation
An evolving class of GLP-1 medications rewrites the rules of appetite – giving food companies their biggest innovation challenge in decades
Enbiosis reveals 2.0 platform: AI-powered nutraceutical discovery
UK-based biotech firm Enbiosis is set to launch its ‘game changing’ digital twin platform which it claims will enable the fast creation of clinically credible, AI-powered gut health formulations.
Musheez creates formulators’ guide to functional food and drink
Organic mushrooms supplier Musheez has published a guide to medicinal mushrooms in an aim to help formulators avoid common and costly functional food and drink errors.
Healthy competition: Qura creatine sets sights on premium market disruption
Qura Creatine, a new “challenger ingredient brand”, is aiming to disrupt the premium creatine market with its ultra-pure, soluble and transparent white label solution.
