News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
Under the agreement, IM8 becomes Inter Miami’s exclusive official health supplements partner, while the club will also take an equity stake in parent company Prenetics Global Limited.
The NutraIngredients Europe Awards crowned 16 worthy winners last night during a VIP party in Barcelona.
New research from APC Microbiome Ireland suggests coffee-driven changes in the gut microbiome may relate to brain function and behaviour.
April’s NPD launches reveal sports nutrition brands working to overcome flavor and format fatigue, a range of RTD health shots, and category leaders shifting away from their hero ingredients.
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.
Featuring more than 1,600 exhibitors, Vitafoods Europe 2026 is set to bring more than 30,000 delegates to Barcelona next week (May 5–7), making it the largest show to date.
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.
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.
The Centre for Nutraceuticals is on a mission to ensure supplements marketed to women are actually researched in women, with a focus on the sports nutrition field in which just 4-13% of studies are conducted in females.
Daily consumption of dried Saskatoon berries (SB) could improve cardiometabolic health and reduce inflammation in healthy adults, according to new research published in the International Journal of Molecular Science.
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.
Parents across the globe want supplements which support their children’s immunity, gut health, and cognitive development, but there are significant regional differences in preferences that can elevate a product to a first choice contender.
A study suggested that preschool children who consumed multi-nutrient-fortified milk for nine months improved scores on the Processing Speed Index and showed beneficial gut microbial shifts.
Diversification in actives, formats, and distribution channels were highlighted by dietary supplement brands and ingredient suppliers in Anaheim, reflecting how consumer expectations for ingestible beauty continue to evolve.
The next generation of female consumers are demanding targeted solutions that can support their mental and physical wellbeing but there are clear education opportunities when it comes to stress, sleep and hormonal balance.
US-based children’s supplement startup Hiya has announced its official launch in the UK as its first international expansion.
Drinking Italian-style coffee daily is linked to improved liver health, with benefits peaking at four to six cups, according to new research.
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.
New product launches in March included the ‘UK’s first’ nootropic creatine soda, a multitude of magnesium innovations, a hormonal support botanical blend and more.
Drinking caffeine about an hour before a morning workout may boost muscle strength and performance, according to new research published in Nutrients.
Nutraceutical manufacturer Siro Europe has launched a new patented supplement delivery format designed to make it easier to incorporate lipid-based ingredients into chewable formats.
MaryRuth’s upcoming launch of its Advanced Liquid Skin Restore + Renew comes as the brand builds on momentum in adjacent categories and responds to growing demand for beauty-from-within solutions.
An animal study demonstrated specific shifts in microbial composition in mice fed a high-fat diet (HFD) supplemented with α-lipoic acid, betaine and L-carnitine.
Coffee pulp extract (CPE) from the arabica species may improve cholesterol levels, reduce body weight and enhance insulin sensitivity, according to research published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
Soccer players who consumed beetroot juice improved their choice response time and change-of-direction speed following high-intensity sprints, according to a study in Nutrients.
A new survey covering global pharmacovigilance approaches in the natural health products sector is launching soon and will be extended to over 200 industry organizations and regulatory bodies, including those in China, the United States, Europe and other...
Beetroot supplementation may help counter age-related declines in muscle function in postmenopausal women, according to new research published in Nutrients.
Caffeine affects exercise performance differently in each individual, with around half of participants performing better after caffeine, according to the results of a new study.
The supplementation of pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) could support the body’s interoception - a form of homeostasis - post acute exercise, says a new study conducted in China.
Dietary supplements are set to be formally recognized as a distinct category in global trade for the first time, following a recent update to the Harmonized System by the World Customs Organization.
This month’s launches include a significant brand evolution, targeted gummies and a flurry of formulations designed to support women through hormonal disruption.
Singapore-based supplement brand Leader in Antioxidative Control (LAC) has opened its first brick-and-mortar store in Hong Kong and also entered India via an exclusive franchisee.
The supplements industry has been a trailblazer in its adoption of health tech and decentralized clinical trials to advance scientific backing of commercial products.
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.
Thousands of exhibitors across the natural products spectrum will descend on the Anaheim Convention Center for the 45th annual Expo West trade between March 3 and March 6.
Swedish health tech firm ZinoZino and US-based health and wellness platform It Works! have combined expertise to provide tailored supplements internationally.
A new review positions ubiquinol as an essential nutrient for fertility support in men and women as they age.
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...
With a US$10 million investment, Bio-gen Extracts is upgrading its production facility in Bangalore, India to manufacture new healthspan ingredients and enhance bioactive and formulation delivery.
When a health trend takes off, the nimble nutrition industry is adept at creating and marketing new products that fit consumers’ emerging demands. But with this can come a tendency to overlook the regulatory status of burgeoning ingredients.
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.
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.
Driven by growing consumer awareness and evolving scientific research, gut health innovation is accelerating, with new approaches and solutions reshaping how products support digestive well-being.
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.
New research indicates that a combination of probiotic Lactiplantibacillus plantarum Q180 and marine microalga Phaeodactylum tricornutum may support weight loss in overweight adults.
Oral supplementation and topical application of trans-resveratrol may help improve women’s skin health parameters by reducing wrinkles and boosting sebum levels, says a new study using Lallemand’s Veri-te resveratrol.
“When Rae had to pause, I thought that chapter was over,” said Rae Wellness founder and CEO Angie Tebbe. “But our community never stopped showing up, thousands of messages, tens of thousands of site visits, even when we had nothing to sell.”
Extracts from tempeh, a traditional fermented soybean product, may extend lifespan for nematodes by 45%, says a new study.