Nestlé deepens exploration of bioactives to support muscle health and longevity
Recent studies point to the benefits of a range of bioactives, including nicotinamide, pyridoxine, oleuropein and trigonelline, for cellular aging.
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AnaBio highlights cognitive function and obesity management at ‘next big things’
CEO of probiotic encapsulation company AnaBio highlights cognitive function and obesity management as core focus areas following their recent Science Innovation Meeting in Cork, Ireland.
Pioneer uses DNA profiling technology for microbiome strain classification
Perseus Biomics has been selected as a NutraIngredients Probiota Pioneer for its advanced optical mapping-based technology platform, DynaMAP.
7 Reasons to Enter the NutraIngredients Awards!
The 2025 NutraIngredients-Europe Awards are back with new categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people and initiatives in food supplements and functional food & beverage.
Kerry Co-Op votes through Kerry Dairy Ireland acquisition
The proposed transaction is now set for a final vote by Kerry Group’s board
Kewpie on addressing the spread of nutritional “half-truths” on social media
Kewpie is working with nutrition societies and academic professors to address misinformation regarding food and nutrition that is spreading on the social media.
Across the Nutraverse: Coffee’s microbiome benefits, novel Akkermansia species, and more
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Pioneer combines HMOs and pomegranate extract for mitochondrial health
Migalis ApS has been selected as a NutraIngredients Probiota Pioneer for its work in supporting mitochondrial health through urolithin A activation, offering solutions for endurance athletes by “addressing unmet needs in the market.”
Anabio breakthrough opens door to probiotic enumeration advances
Ireland’s AnaBio has developed a method that allows for consistent correlations to be made between encapsulated probiotic counts via plating and flow cytometry, an advance which could facilitate the adoption of faster and more precise flow cytometry...
EFSA rejects creatine for cognitive function health claim
The European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA) has rejected claims that creatine may improve cognitive function, with one expert telling us that “it’s way too early to conclude that creatine improves cognition overall.”
PharmExtracta’s lemon balm may reduce insomnia severity
New research reports that a lemon balm extract formulated for improved bioavailability may improve sleep quality and duration.
Across the Nutraverse: Korean edible sun care, restrictions proposed in Texas, NI Awards
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Healthspan, personalization and tech: Euromonitor predicts 2025 consumer trends
The data and analytics firm has forecast a notable shift in consumers’ mindsets next year from simply lengthening lifespans to trying to improving the quality of that longer life. What does this mean for the future of health and wellness?
Probiota Pioneer focuses on health beyond the ‘first 1,000 days’
“People didn’t believe it was possible, but they underestimated parents' dedication,” said Nora Cavani, co-founder of Alba Health, the children’s microbiome health start-up recently announced as one of NutraIngredients’ Probiota Pioneers.
Cargill to shed thousands of jobs in workforce restructuring
Move part of broader effort to streamline operations
Persona launches white-labeling service to expand access to personalized nutrition
‘It’s not really about competition,’ the CEO said.
Navigating the legal landscape of ingredients for mind health
Ayurvedic herbs, probiotics, CBD, and mushrooms are under scrutiny as the mind health boom means brands must overcome regulatory hurdles, says an industry expert.
David Beckham co-launches supplement brand to help people ‘feel their best’
Soccer legend David Beckham has partnered with health sciences company Prenetics to launch health and wellness brand IM8.
Why are under 25s the key market for collagen beauty products?
In recent years, collagen supplements have become a go-to beauty-from-within solution for anti-aging and skin health, yet it seems that consumers under the age of 25 drive the most sales. Here’s why...
Nordic Biotic probiotics may curb postmenopausal bone loss
New research by Nordic Biotic has found that supplementation with Lacticaseibacillus paracasei LPC100 and Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP140 could improve bone mineral density (BMD) and reduce vitamin D deficiency in postmenopausal women.
Egg, colostrum combo offers support for GLP-1 users
Nutrition and biotechnology company Pantheryx has launched a new supplement to address the side effects of popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and other semaglutides and tirzepatides.
Regulators approve Arla’s acquisition of Volac’s whey nutrition business
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has approved Arla Foods Ingredients’ acquisition of Volac’s Whey Nutrition business to expand its sports nutrition portfolio.
Glanbia splits business in shock reshuffle
Glanbia has split its business into two entities to boost performance in its “next growth phase”.
Gen AI boosts revenues, marketing efforts for CPG brands & retailers, Google reports
CPG companies and retailers are moving beyond generative AI (gen AI) testing to realizing tangible business benefits of the technology, including increased revenues and operational efficiencies, Google shared in a recent report.
Across the Nutraverse: Consumer spending in HK, KDP acquires Ghost, and more
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with Keurig Dr Pepper acquiring Ghost for big money and LanzaTech accelerating its proprietary protein commercialization among the headlines. Catch up with our weekly round-up...
NutraWomen Wednesday: Heather Granato, Founder, Nutrachievement
Heather Granato, the founder of strategic business consultancy Nutrachievement, is a 30-year veteran of the natural products industry. She shared her early passion for journalism and the valuable lessons she learned along the way, including the...
Across the Nutraverse: Biohm partners with ADM, Swisse’s new range of nootropics, and more
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with Swisse seeking to pioneer Australia’s nootropics consumption, Biohm partnering with ADM on women’s microbiome formulation, Probi introducing a new psychobiotic to the...
Probi introduces psychobiotic to Nordic market
Swedish company Probi AB has launched its probiotic Probi Sense in Sweden, Denmark and Norway to support stress relief and mental wellness.
“Made for TikTok dreams”: behind new Gen Z beauty-from-within brand Glowery
French beauty and wellness brand Glowery is set to launch this week after five years in the making. We spoke to founder and CEO Alexandra Kolasinski to find out more...
Evvy raises profile of the vaginal microbiome
Start-up Evvy is unlocking precision healthcare for women with a single swab that tests for over 700 vaginal bacteria and fungi.
Tiny Health increases funding, broadens clinical outreach
Tiny Health, a start-up primarily focused on infant microbiome health during the first 1,000 days of life, is expanding its relationship with medical practitioners.
Across the Nutraverse: iHerb’s pet supplement expansion, Asian growth drivers, lutein for mother and baby, and more
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with iHerb expanding it pet care offerings, our preview for SupplySide West, four health conditions driving functional products growth in Asia, and the benefits of lutein for...
The NutraIngredients-Europe Awards are back for 2025! Submit your entries!
The NutraIngredients-Europe Awards will return in 2025 with three new categories and the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people and projects across the food supplements industry.
Danone caps 30 years of gut health innovation with Actimel+ Triple Action release
The dairy major has enhanced its functional yogurt beverage to address key nutritional challenges for European consumers while also lightening up the range’s packaging.
dsm-firmenich launches dry vitamin A
Nutritional ingredients supplier dsm-firmenich has developed a stable form of vitamin A that is ideal for flour fortification due to its small particle size.
PharmaLinea’s back pain product improves effects of physical therapy: Study
A new clinical trial from Romania shows that people who combine physical therapy with Qspine complex significantly improve back pain and mobility over three months.
The future of beauty-from-within: Webinar insights
In a recent editorial webinar hosted by CosmeticsDesign and NutraIngredients, experts from the fields of nutrition and skincare gathered to discuss the growing trend of beauty from within.
9 ‘beauty-from-within’ brands to watch
As more consumers realise that topical cosmetics have limitations, beauty and personal care brands are putting a focus on an inside-out approach, which aims to improve internal health and wellness and therefore boost beauty.
Danone targets feed-related emissions reductions through new MoU
The dairy major aims to cut feed procurement-related emissions by leveraging a lysine supplement on farms across four continents.
Start-up gummy brand breaks taboos with range for sexual wellness
Novomins is carving a gap in the market with new product launches that seek to break taboos by supporting male and female intimate and sexual health.
Calocurb and hunger: Hops extract to reduce food cravings for women
An extract from bitter hops may reduce hunger and food cravings in fasting women, says a new study from New Zealand that found the product reduced energy intake by up to 14%.
Why is Danone removing Nutri-Score?
After a change in Nutri-Score’s algorithm, Danone has announced it will remove the front-of-pack labelling from some of its products. Why?
Across the Nutraverse: EHPM on HoA report, Canada’s shifting NHP regulations, CoQ10 in China, and more
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with CoQ10, the HoA’s list of 13 high risk substances, GMO probiotics, and lamentations on Canada’s shifting regulatory sands among the headlines. Stay on top of things with...
ZBiotics raises $12 million in funding to expand line of GMO probiotics
Biotechnology company ZBiotics received $12 million in Series A funding to bring new genetically engineered probiotic products to market.
Danone explores kefir’s untapped potential with new Activia range
Danone has launched its first kefir range in the UK as the company aims to tackle consumer scepticism and raise awareness of the fermented dairy product’s health benefits.
Protein Rebel launches seawater magnesium for runners
Endurance-sport nutrition brand, Protein Rebel, has launched an on-trend seawater-sourced magnesium citrate powder for runners' recovery.
Probiota 2025: Early bird discount end this month!
With expert speakers confirmed from Ani Biome, the Lawson Health Research Institute, Örebro University, ETH Zurich, dsm-firmenich, Novonesis, IFF, Morinaga, Kerry, and more, the upcoming Probiota 2025 is not to be missed.
Green Bioactives collects grants to expand biomanufacturing platform
Plant cell culture manufacturer Green Bioactives (GBL) has secured over £300,000 to advance plant metabolite production in response to the climate crisis.
Hair Loss Awareness Month: The supplement brands tackling the roots of hair health
With nearly half the global population likely to experience some form of hair loss, supplement brands are driving innovation in the haircare space to fill the demand for effective solutions that work from the inside out.
Nestlé’s CEO shake-up: Falling prices, flat sales and challenging market dynamics
How surprising is Nestlé’s CEO change in the context of the company’s H1 2024 results?