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Maternal undernutrition is a concern throughout Africa, but collective action among countries and institutions has established a path forward to address the public health challenge.
A clearer picture exists of how much folic acid supplementation is needed to avoid neural tube defects (NTDs) during pregnancy.
Chewable supplements formulated with a non-viable Lactobacillus salivarius strain may improve oral health for children by reducing levels of tooth decay causing bacteria, says a new study from Poland.
Dr Ross Walker, an integrative cardiologist, explains why mitochondrial health and ubiquinol supplementation play important roles in maintaining cardiovascular function.
A unique micellar glutathione formulation can enhance oral bioavailability compared to standard glutathione preparation.
Twelve weeks of probiotic supplementation may improve fasting glucose and reduce inflammatory markers in adults with subthreshold depression, according to a study in the journal Nutrients.
Adding a cup of red raspberries to a carbohydrate‑rich meal may help curb post‑meal glucose and insulin spikes while supporting short-term cognitive performance in older obese or overweight adults.
Growth Asia Summit 2026 takes place from July 8 to 10 in Singapore, and childhood nutrition is one of the main themes to be covered on the first day of the summit.
The deadline for submitting entries to the Scientific Frontiers and Probiota Pioneers for the upcoming Probiota Americas is fast approaching, but there’s still time to showcase your research or innovative startup.
Researchers at the Japanese dairy and pharmaceutical company Meiji and the Tokyo sports tech company Euphoria compared the effects of a fermented and a non-fermented milk protein drink on performance and body composition in prepubertal male athletes.
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Short-term supplementation with broccoli powder enriched with mustard seed powder increased sulforaphane levels in healthy participants but did not affect oxidative stress, performance or recovery after aerobic exercise, according to a study in the...
A combination of vitamins B3 (nicotinamide) and B6 (pyridoxine) may stimulate muscle stem cells and accelerate muscle regeneration and repair after high intensity exercise, says a new study.
A study funded by Japanese firm Nomura Dairy Products reported that consumption of a probiotic drink for eight weeks could reduce loose stools tendency.
Two years of daily supplementation with a multivitamin-mineral may slow aging in older adults, says a new data from the COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS), a large-scale, nationwide, randomized trial.
A standardized saw palmetto extract standardized for specific fatty acids report improvements in hair density, new hair growth and shedding reduction in adults with self-perceived hair thinning, say two new studies.
Drinking caffeine about an hour before a morning workout may boost muscle strength and performance, according to new research published in Nutrients.
A minimally processed whole salmon oil may lead to 4.3-fold greater increase in the Omega-3 Index per 100 mg of EPA+DHA than a commonly used, concentrated omega-3 oil, says a new study.
A study in healthy adults found that daily supplementation had a positive impact on motivation, attention, mental energy and effort toward achieving goals after 14 days of intake.
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Women’s brain health was positioned as a significant and under-addressed opportunity within the cognitive supplement category during a panel discussion at Expo West 2026.
A study published this week outlines efforts to make palmitoleic acid (POA) more commercially viable, outlining a fermentation-based production route that could help address ongoing supply and consistency issues.
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.
This round-up highlights the latest health and nutrition research, including discussions of establishing dietary reference intakes for creatine in healthy adults, coffee pulp extract and its potential to lower cholesterol, and beetroot juice use among...
The prestigious NutraIngredients USA Awards are more than just ingredient and consumer product awards, with a range of specialty categories recognizing Innovations in Women’s Health, Start-ups and Nutrition Research.
Probiotic microbes influenced biological aging, according to preclinical findings presented by Dr. Laurent Mouchirou during a Nagi Bioscience webinar.
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.
The scientific committee for the 19th International Scientific Conference on Probiotics, Prebiotics, Gut Microbiota and Health welcomes abstracts for an oral presentation or a poster display at IPC 2026.
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 species of gut bacteria may be associated with higher grip strength in humans and could convert muscle fibers to fast-twitch (type II) in mice, says a new study from researchers in Spain and the Netherlands.
Almost half of British and Irish women who don’t take supplements have a riboflavin deficiency, according to new research published in The Journal of Nutrition.
Higher consumption of olive oil may help maintain cognitive function in older adults by promoting a more favorable gut microbiota profile—as long as it is not refined.
Supplementation with KSM-66 ashwagandha root extract in gummy form for eight weeks is well tolerated and may enhance cognitive performance and sleep quality in children between the ages of 6 and 12, according to new research.
A combination of extracts from Korean mint, goji berry and fig may reduce wrinkles and improve skin hydration and elasticity, says a new study from scientists at Cosmax, South Korea’s largest cosmetics manufacturer.
Bifidobacterium infantis supplementation in infants for 12 weeks was associated with reduced stomach ache, lower incidence of diarrhea and fewer diarrhea-related clinical visits, according to a study in Frontiers in Nutrition.
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...
The Human Milk Institute at UC San Diego has announced the first-of-its-kind analytical hub for human milk: The Milk Analytics Core, which aims to close critical knowledge gaps, investigate bioactive molecules in milk and inform ingredient innovation.
Older adults with sarcopenia who took a combination of arginine and fish oil improved grip strength, gait speed and frailty and physical activity scores, according to a 12-week study.
Folate at optimal levels could decrease the odds children and adolescents becoming overweight/obese, according to a new study of large-scale data.
Daily supplementation with a proprietary turmeric formulation may improve muscle function and reduce muscle soreness post-exercise, says a new study using Givaudan’s TurmiPure Gold.
The deadline for abstract submission for this year’s Probiota Americas Scientific Frontiers has been extended to Thursday, April 2.
Supplementing labradors with the postbiotic Bifidobacterium animalis subspecies lactis CECT 8145 may influence metabolic health markers during weight change, according to ADM research.
Beetroot supplementation may help counter age-related declines in muscle function in postmenopausal women, according to new research published in Nutrients.
A Japanese study suggests regular rice consumption is linked to better weight control in adults, challenging low-carb weight-loss narratives
The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) has published an official position stand on the effects of dietary antioxidants on exercise and sports performance—calling for careful consideration of the redox balance.