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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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.
Low-dose valerian extract boosts sleep duration after just one dose
A proprietary, low-dose valerian extract may increase sleep duration on the first day of use and reduce the time it takes to fall asleep, according to a new publication.
Analysis raises concerns over environmentally persistent ingredients in dietary supplements
Artificial sweeteners and dyes in dietary supplements may not be readily biodegraded, potentially introducing persistent compounds into the environment, according to an analysis by Italian healthcare company Aboca SpA.
Are diet drinks damaging to gut health?
The diet drinks industry is booming, but could links to gut damage threaten its success?
The influence of prenatal iodine on infant temperament
Suboptimal prenatal iodine intake may have implications for child neurodevelopment, evident as early as infancy.
Acute omega-3 and whey protein supplement boosts female athlete recovery
Acute omega-3 and whey protein (WP) supplementation may reduce muscle soreness, inflammation and fatigue while supporting neuromuscular performance and recovery in female futsal players, according to new research.
Bonolive may improve postmenopausal health and symptoms: Study
Supplements formulated with the Bonolive olive leaf extract may improve symptoms, bone mineral density, triglycerides and triglyceride/HDL cholesterol ratio in postmenopausal women, says a new study.
Probiotics supplementation may benefit bone health in post-menopausal women: China study
Probiotic supplementation can significantly improve bone health, according to researchers in China.
Postbiotic Akkermansia shows potential for preeclampsia: Study
Pasteurized Akkermansia muciniphila (pAKK) may reverse the metabolic disturbances in preeclampsia and offer a safer alternative to live bacteria, according to animal data.
‘A true pioneer in the field of sports nutrition research’: Sports nutrition world pays respects to Roger Harris
Leaders in the sports nutrition field are paying tribute to the life and legacy of Professor Roger Harris, PhD, FISSN, whose “groundbreaking work on the beneficial effects of creatine and beta-alanine on athletic performance transformed the way athletes...
Probiotic may act synergistically with HIIT for exercise performance
Daily supplementation with the TWK10 probiotic may enhance the performance benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and improve measures of hip circumference, says a new study from Taiwan and Japan.
The challenges with gut microbiome clinical trials
Experts emphasize the need for robust methodologies, precise research questions and tailored communication strategies to bridge the gap between science and consumer understanding.
RCT supports anti-allergy benefits of yeast-derived beta-glucan
Daily supplementation with yeast-derived beta-glucan may reduce markers of inflammation, reduce fatigue and headaches, and improve concentration and mood in people with pollen-allergy, says a new study.
More than 50% of world’s population is folate inadequate: New analysis
Over half the world’s population does not consume enough folate, and inadequacy is more prevalent in women than in men, says a new study that “emphasizes the pressing need for countries to mandate fortification.”
Study sheds light on dietary fibers in the maturing infant microbiome
Researchers have identified 176 plant-based complementary food fibers associated with predominantly positive effects on the infant microbiome during weaning.
Astaxanthin may offer a range of benefits for firefighters: RCT
Daily astaxanthin supplementation may reduce inflammation and markers of oxidative stress, says a new study in firefighters.
Urolithin A’s benefits for muscle strength and endurance get RCT boost
Daily supplementation with Mitopure urolithin A may improve muscle strength and endurance and decrease inflammatory response levels in young resistance-trained male athletes, says a new study.
Study shows omega-3 protects against heart failure
People with higher omega-3 levels are significantly less likely to suffer or die from heart failure, according to findings published this week in Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
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?
BC99 probiotic may improve strength and performance: Study
A probiotic protein powder containing Weizmannia coagulans BC99 increases the 80% repetition maximum (RM) in bench press and squat in male college students, says a new study.
Glutamine supplementation in ‘larger doses’ within a ‘short time’ improves gut health, say researchers.
Glutamine supplementation in doses of more than 30mg/day for less than two weeks improves gut health by reducing gut permeability, according to systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs conducted by researchers.
Synbiotic demonstrates anti-obesity effects in new study
Obese individuals who took synbiotics for 12 weeks reduced body fat percentage and waist size and showed improvements in gut bacteria and hormones associated with obesity.
Cocoa flavanol may protect blood vessel health from stress-related impairments
Acute consumption of a flavanol-rich cocoa drink may protect the body’s vasculature against stress even after eating high-fat food, says a new study from the University of Birmingham in the UK.
Low-dose ashwagandha root and leaf extract may relieve stress and anxiety
Low daily doses of a proprietary ashwagandha root and leaf extract may reduce anxiety by almost 60% and stress by over 65%, says a new study from India.
Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus IDCC 3201 improves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation – RCT
Probiotic strain Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus IDCC 3201 (RH 3201) can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C), according to RCT findings.
Enriched whey protein supplement improves mild cognitive impairment: BYHEALTH Study
Daily supplementation with whey protein powder rich in milk fat globule membrane (MFGM), taurine and B vitamins may improve cognitive function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
Ashwagandha root extract may boost cognition, energy and mood in adults: RCT
Daily supplementation with KSM-66 Ashwagandha root extract may boost a range of cognitive measures, including episodic memory, working memory and accuracy of attention, says a new study.
Herb combination may reduce stress and boost sleep quality: RCT
A combination of extracts from six herbs may reduce markers of inflammation, decrease stress scores and improve overall sleep quality, says a new study using the KaraCalm formulation.
Supplement may mimic beneficial effects of fasting
The fasting mimetic formulation with four ingredients was found to offer cardioprotective effects.
New study supports bioavailability efficacy of liposomal vitamin C
Liposomal vitamin C may increase serum vitamin C levels by 55% more than ascorbic acid after two hours and have 2-3 times higher antioxidant capacity.
Upcycled salmon protein show anti-inflammatory and cosmetic benefits
The benefits for hair, skin, and nail quality were most pronounced for women.
Hidden hunger: How dairy can help tackle the triple burden of malnutrition among South East Asian children
South East Asian children are facing the triple burden of malnutrition – undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiencies, with the latter, known as ‘hidden hunger’, emerging as an alarming trend.
Probiotic may improve infant colic after 7 days: Study
A combination of five probiotic strains and a small quantity of prebiotic was found to improve a range of symptoms for colicky babies, and also helped their caregivers.
The importance of equal representation in clinical trials
Experts from WIN outline how to drive more research for women, by women
Yellow pea improves oxidative stress, shows promise for cardiovascular disease prevention – RCT
Yellow pea-based pasta significantly reduced oxidative stress and cardiovascular risk in healthy adults, suggesting its potential as a functional food ingredient, according to a Japanese study.
‘A welcome initiative’: New paper outlines roadmap to EU prebiotic health claims
Characterization, demonstration, and documentation are the three main foundations for a new roadmap outlined by experts from academia and industry to achieve the authorization of “prebiotic” in future EU health claims.
Plant-sterol fortified palm oil reduces total cholesterol, LDL – BASF-funded study
Eating meals cooked with plant sterol fortified palm oil has shown to significantly reduce total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in people with mild to moderately high cholesterol levels, says an eight-week clinical trial funded...
Micronutrient supplementation may help restore the gut–retina axis
New research finds that micronutrient supplementation may restore the gut-retina axis and improve ocular health in neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) patients.
Sucrosomial B12 overcomes deficiency thresholds in 24 hours
PharmaNutra Spa’s sucrosomial vitamin B12 may “rapidly and consistently” elevate and maintain blood levels of the vitamin compared to conventional supplements, says a new study.
Study takes multi-nation look at military supplement use
A recent paper published in BMJ Military Health contributes an international view of dietary supplement use in the military, comparing frequency, form and motivations for supplementation in the United States, France, United Kingdom and Slovenia.
HMO may improve body composition in a weight loss program: Study
Daily supplementation of 2′-Fucosyllactose (2′-FL) reduces body fat percentage and lessens the loss of fat-free mass in overweight individuals participating in a 12-week diet and exercise program.
Vitamin D supplementation may reduce respiratory infections in children
New research finds that higher vitamin D supplementation and sufficient serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OHD) concentrations are associated with a reduced incidence of respiratory infections among children and adolescents.
Fueling the firefighter and tactical athlete with creatine
A recent review published in the journal Nutrients explores creatine as a key nutrient for public safety in countering the physiological stress faced by firefighters and other tactical personnel in the line of duty.
Study advances West African spice’s weight management benefits
A new study explores the potential of a West African spice extract to tackle the global overweight and obesity epidemic and its public health implications.
L.rhamnosus may improve acute diarrhea in children
The probiotic strain Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus LRa05 may reduce the severity of diarrhea in children by reshaping gut microbiota and enhancing immunity, according to a new study.
Gut microbiota may regulate stress response via our body clocks: Study
A new animal study published in Cell Metabolism shows that gut microbes modulate the rhythms of glucocorticoids, affecting sleep-wake cycles and stress responses.
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Propolis for the brain: Korean firm explores new uses
Korean company Seoul Propolis is exploring novel uses of propolis, such as its effects on cognitive health, amid an ongoing trend where natural and functional foods are sought after.
Tailored nutrition supports energy in young cyclists: Study
Individual nutritional interventions significantly reduce low energy availability (LEA) in adolescent competitive cyclists, says a new study from scientists in Italy and the United States.