Inflammation

Herbal supplements had another stellar year in 2019 with 8.6% sales growth, ABC report says

02-Sep-2020 By Hank Schultz

Herbal supplements continued the strong growth they have enjoyed for over the past decade by notching an 8.6% sales gain in 2019, according to the American Botanical Council.

Palm fruit ingredient smooths flavor notes, adds nutrition in coffee pairing

01-Sep-2020 By Hank Schultz

A new functional food offering shows how an ingredient can do double duty as a food additive as well as a dietary ingredient packing a powerful phytochemical punch.

Higher omega-3 DHA levels linked to less lung inflammation, lower ILD risk

27-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Increased levels of the omega-3 DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are associated with a lower risk of hospitalizations due to interstitial lung disease (ILD), according to a new population-based cohort study.

CBD narcotic status to have ‘dramatic repercussions,’ on hemp industry, warns French consortium

24-Aug-2020 By Will Chu

France’s hemp industry is urging the European Commission (EC) to reconsider cannabidiol’s (CBD) classification to a narcotic pointing to the ‘dramatic repercussions,’ the decision will have on the sector.

Beneo: 'We see the role of prebiotics (and probiotics) in the prevention phase, not the acute phase of COVID-19.’

20-Aug-2020 By Will Chu

The ongoing pandemic has led researchers and consumers alike to ask what can be done to aid or support the body in warding off the effects of the virus, or at the very least its related symptoms.

Study finds D-ribose cuts muscle soreness in untrained young men

17-Aug-2020 By Hank Schultz

A recent study has found that D-ribose supplementation attenuated muscle soreness after exercise in a cadre of untrained college students.

Probiotic-omega-3 blend may tackle diabetes & other inflammatory disorders: Study

14-Aug-2020 By Will Chu

Combining probiotics with omega-3 fatty acids represents a promising strategy to harness the gut microbiota in immune regulation, according to a team of scientists.

Calanus oil supplements effective for Omega-3 Index increases

11-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with calanus oil from copepods can increase the Omega-3 Index in healthy older adults, says a new study from Germany that supports the absorption of this omega-3 source.

Paper suggests looking at microbiome changes as way to judge effect of protein, fiber intake in older adults

11-Aug-2020 By Hank Schultz

Recent research suggests that at looking the microbiome changes that result from increased protein and fiber consumption could be a better way to design nutritional plans that decrease the incidence of sarcopenia and obesity in older adults.

Review hints at CBD’s performance enhancing qualities as EC decision awaits

10-Aug-2020 By Will Chu

Cannabidiol (CBD) may have its uses as a performance-enhancer in sports after a review outlines the compound’s role in reducing inflammation and anxiety as well as increasing the quality of sleep.

Guest article

New Dietary Ingredients: Will FDA protect consumers from pirates and piggybackers?

05-Aug-2020 By Steve Mister, President & CEO, Council for Responsible Nutrition

Why is it so hard to get FDA to enforce the law when it comes to NDIs?

Study: Coffee provides very limited anti-inflammatory benefits

05-Aug-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Regular caffeine consumption induces very limited anti-inflammatory effects, while sedentary behaviour and body fat accumulation induce significant inflammatory effects, according to a new study involving nearly 250 men and women.

Annatto Tocotrienol may improve markers of liver health in people with NAFLD

03-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with delta tocotrienol may improve liver health markers in people with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), says a new study that claims to be the first to the efficacy of this vitamin E form in this population.

Unilever and Algenuity partner on microalgae protein potential

30-Jul-2020 By Jim Cornall

Unilever and biotech start-up Algenuity have announced a new partnership to look at the potential microalgae bring in innovating future foods for Unilever’s plant-based portfolio.

Study: High dose fish oil supplement speeds exercise recovery

29-Jul-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Daily supplementation with a high dose (6g/day) of fish oil can improve muscle recovery following a damaging bout of exercise, research has concluded.

DuPont's microbiome interests take on cancer focus with Rutgers alliance

27-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

DuPont’s Human Microbiome Venture (HMV) continues to go from strength to strength as the US bio-based company forms a research collaboration with Rutgers University.

Curcumin-pomegranate mix cuts inflammation in runners

24-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

A mixture of curcumin and pomegranate has shown a reduction in systemic inflammation in a study done with runners in a half marathon race.

Biosyntia gains in-licensing rights to isoflavonoid range with Lantana deal

24-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

Danish biotech company Biosyntia are to collaborate with French biotech start-up Lantana in a pact that looks to offer natural isoflavonoids at a higher purity and produced in a more cost-effective way.

Biotherapeutics industry & academia unite to create LBP safety road map

17-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

New recommendations that address the safety of biological products containing live microorganisms, may help firms obtain a marketing authorisation that is so far proving elusive, according to a research team

3D-printed supplements: Nourished taps vitamin deficiency in Middle East to expand personalised nutrition business

16-Jul-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

UK-based personalised nutrition company Nourished is eyeing the high vitamin deficiency levels in the Middle East region as an opportunity to expand its operations across the region.

BuRO: ‘Black cohosh supplement use risky for select groups’

15-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

The Netherlands’ Office for Risk Assessment & Research (BuRO) is advising certain populations not to consume black cohosh food supplements citing a link to severe liver toxicity.

Future-state probiotics: Australia’s Bioclinic Naturals launches ‘scobiotics’ range for gut, allergy, SIBO woes

15-Jul-2020 By Tingmin Koe

Australian brand Bioclinic Naturals has launched a range of ‘scobiotics’ – consisting prebiotics, probiotics, yeast, spirulina and enzymes – designed to address gastrointestinal problems ranging from inflammation to bringing homeostasis in the gut microflora.

Blackcurrant extract may provide fat burning boost during exercise, study finds

08-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

A blackcurrant extract could increase the amount of fat burned during exercise, says UK researchers as they present findings that point to a longer intake of this extract as more beneficial.

Irish traveller changes in gut questions ‘healthy microbiome’ definition

07-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

Study findings involving Irish Travellers questions what a healthy microbiome is, as researchers identify non-dietary factors, which determine the gut’s make-up and its link with metabolic disease risk.

Going west: India’s ayurvedic ingredient suppliers report higher demand from US and Europe

06-Jul-2020 By Tingmin Koe

India’s nutraceutical ingredient suppliers have reported a higher demand for native ayurvedic herbs, such as turmeric and andrographis, especially from the US and Europe, partly due to COVID-19.

Probi pact looks to use probiotics to deliver needle-free vaccines

03-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

Probi, along with nine other Swedish firms, are to enter into a collaboration with Örebro University that looks to use probiotics as a needle-free delivery vehicle to transport vaccines into and across the body.

EPA-rich microalgal oil may slash cholesterol levels in healthy individuals: RCT

02-Jul-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with an EPA-rich oil from Nannochloropsis microalgae may reduce total and very-low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (VLDL) levels in healthy people, says a new study using Qualitas Health’s AlmegaPL.

CBD Novel Foods deadline fast approaching as firms embrace regulatory challenges

02-Jul-2020 By Will Chu

With the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) setting 31 March 2021 as the deadline for firms to have validated novel foods application for its CBD products, how are firms responding to this challenge especially in the current climate?

Juice boost: Why orange juice may be a potential non-dairy carrier for probiotics - study

01-Jul-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

Orange juice may be a potential non‐dairy based carrier for the probiotic Lactobacillus sanfranciscensis, according to a study conducted by researchers in Australia.

PLT says new boswellia ingredient solves flavor, solubility issues while expanding benefits to muscle recovery

26-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

PLT Health in concert with an Indian partner has launched a new boswellia ingredient whose flavor profile and solubility characteristics are claimed to open new doors for this longstanding botanical.

Calanus Oil included in Norway’s fish oil application to the Codex Alimentarius

24-Jun-2020 By Will Chu

Calanus announces its omega-3 rich oil is named in an application by Norway to the Codex Alimentarius Commission to include the product as a named oil in the Codex Standard for Fish Oils.

Norway asks industry for data about caffeine in cosmetic and care products

16-Jun-2020 By Will Chu

Norway’s food safety agency is asking industry for information about caffeine concentrations found in cosmetics and Personal Care Products (PCP) in a risk assessment to determine safe levels of caffeine exposure.

'Important' microbiome studies offer hope for IBD prediction

15-Jun-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

We may be able to predict disease relapse in patients with chronic inflammatory bowel diseases based on their microbiome markers, according researchers from APC Microbiome Ireland.

Microbiotica’s microbiome tech provides platform in landmark cancer-gut study

15-Jun-2020 By Will Chu

Microbiotica is to contribute its reference genome database and culture collection of gut bacteria in a landmark study looking at the microbiome’s role in patients undergoing treatment for various cancers.

Rousselot: ‘Collagen is moving beyond a specialised functional space’

11-Jun-2020 By Katy Askew

Collagen peptides are making their way into everyday use food categories, according to ingredients supplier Rousselot. Their inclusion in formulations allows manufacturers to differentiate with various health messages - and even unlocks the door to reformulation...

Mediterranean diet effective in IBD as part of multidimensional approach, says study

10-Jun-2020 By Will Chu

Patients with Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) could benefit from following a Mediterranean diet, after a study finds an impact on nutritional state and disease activity.

Eevia Health reopens production facility after €1m investment upgrade

03-Jun-2020 By Will Chu

Finnish producer Eevia Health Oy is to unveil the results of a €1m investment to its production facility as the firm pencils in an online reopening ceremony at the end of June.

Immunity advice for pharmacists: Blackmores publishes whitepaper on nutrition and supplement guidelines

03-Jun-2020 By Tingmin Koe

Blackmores has published a new whitepaper on nutrition guidelines for strengthening the immune system, preventing and treating respiratory tract infections – designed specifically for pharmacists.

Indena completes cosmetics business sale to Givaudan

02-Jun-2020 By Will Chu

Italian botanicals firm Indena completes the sale of its nutricosmetics business to Swiss-based Givaudan in a deal that began in 2019 and introduces a manufacturing and innovation pact between the two firms.

Newly identified ‘metabolic signature’ can determine adherence to Mediterranean diet, help predict CVD risk

28-May-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

A newly identified “metabolic signature” can evaluate an individual’s adherence and metabolic response to the Mediterranean diet and help predict future risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to new research.

FSA provides clarity to ACI members’ CBD Novel Foods queries

28-May-2020 By Will Chu

The Association for the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI) has received clarification from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) regarding updated deadlines set for Cannabinoid (CBD) firms to apply for Novel Foods status.