A celebration of innovation: Reasons to enter the NutraIngredients USA Awards
Entries for the awards are welcome across 16 categories, covering ingredients, finished products, companies and initiatives in the nutrition and food supplements industry.
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OEA may boost Akkermansia levels and improve gut barrier function: RCT
Daily supplementation with oleoylethanolamide (OEA) may boost levels of the beneficial gut bacteria Akkermansia muciniphila and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, says a new study.
Dsm-firmenich vs Mara Renewables patent dispute concludes in Court of Appeal
Dsm-firmenich and Mara Renewables Corporation have been denied their appeals in relation to a recent UK High Court battle over three claims of patent infringement.
Pharmactive to explore more health claim opportunities following approval in South Korea
Madrid-headquartered Pharmactive Biotech Products, SLU, which has received individual license approval by South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) for its proprietary saffron extract’s stress-relief claim, looks to explore additional health...
‘Pink gold’: Vivici launches fermentation-derived lactoferrin
Dutch company Vivici has launched a precision fermentation-derived lactoferrin, a whey protein, and announced it has achieved self-affirmed GRAS status for the ingredient in the United States.
Botalys and Biohm present formulation concept for multi-system post-workout recovery
Belgian ingredient supplier Botalys and U.S. microbiome product developer Biohm Technologies have teamed up to create a red ginseng-postbiotic product concept for post-workout muscle recovery as a dual mechanism recovery solution.
TopGum to acquire pharma-grade gummy production for $25M
Israeli gummy manufacturer TopGum has signed a binding letter of intent to acquire operations from an unnamed U.s. manufacturer of pharmaceutical products and dietary supplements in gummy dosage form.
Expo West highlights Climate Day for sustainable innovation
The upcoming Expo West natural products tradeshow will inlcude a full day of workshops on climate risk assessment and scaling sustainability initiatives, culminating in a networking fair and awards ceremony recognizing leadership in net-zero climate...
International Creatine Organization and Network unveiled at SANS 2026
A new trade association was announced at the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit in San Diego with the goal of advancing creatine as a global health nutrient.
IFF to sell off food ingredients - the supplier’s biggest earner
One of the world’s biggest suppliers wants to offload its food ingredients division
Vitaquest doubles probiotic capacity with New Jersey facility
The expansion of the Parsippany site integrates advanced upstream processing to stabilise live cultures alongside functional ingredients for complex, multi-benefit supplement products.
ILS Gummies gets financial backing for ‘next stage expansion’
The company has secured a strategic growth partnership with institutional investors to scale its Texas-based manufacturing operations and advanced gummy formulations.
dsm-firmenich’s postbiotic gets muscle support application to advance healthspan strategy
dsm-firmenich’s Humiome Post LB (HPLB) postbiotic could act as a foundational ingredient for healthy aging by targeting muscle function and mobility, according to pre-clinical data and ongoing human trials.
Expo West 2026 supplement preview: What’s happening on the show floor
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.
US imposes antidumping and countervailing duties on HECs from Brazil, China, India and Vietnam
A recent ruling could have dramatic implications on pricing, supply chains and the overall competitive landscape of Hard Empty Capsules.
Prebiotic may improve gut and body composition for overweight prediabetics: RCT
Dietary supplementation with prebiotic short-chain fructo-oligosaccharides (scFOS) may produce modest improvements in body composition without restricting calorie intakes, says a new study from France.
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Enjoy a 15% discount when you register for the Growth Asia Summit 2026 from now until February 22.
Progress Biotech’s algae oil receives EU organic certification after ‘uphill battle’
Progress Biotech’s DHA-algae oil will target infant nutrition as it receives organic certification in European first.
Kerry says ‘sensory experience’ is key to standing out from crowd
New findings from Kerry suggest hybrid flavors may hold the key to capturing and keeping supplement consumers.
US manufacturing access opens new Alpha-GPC format options in maturing cognitive health market
CHEMI Nutra’s new domestic manufacturing partnerships have positioned the brand to unlock soft gel and liquid applications for its Alphasize Alpha-GPC ingredient in an increasingly competitive cognitive health supplement market.
M2 Ingredients opens innovation center to address functional mushroom challenges
Functional mushroom grower and supplier M2 Ingredients has launched the M2 Center of Innovation, a food and beverage R&D application lab built to tackle the formulation challenges around functional mushrooms.
New bill aims to end patchwork of state supplement regulations
A Republican congressman has introduced legislation seeking to reaffirm federal oversight of dietary supplements, blocking states from imposing their own additional regulatory requirements and creating what he characterized as a “confusing patchwork of...
A new generation of energy: Are pouches the next ‘big thing’ in active nutrition?
Mouth pouches have emerged as one of the fastest growing CPG categories, signaling a major trend in nootropics as consumers seek functional ways to boost performance—sans nicotine.
HTBA invests in diosmin production with new €6M plant
HealthTech Bio Actives (HTBA) to increase its diosmin production capacity by more than 40% to meet growing consumer demand.
HealthBiome races ahead of competitors with approval of postbiotic in Korea and US
South Korean firm HealthBiome Inc’s proprietary postbiotic ingredient has obtained regulatory validation both domestically and by the US FDA, which it says sets itself far ahead of competitors and enables premiumization in both B2B and B2C markets.
Phenylcapsaicin may boost CrossFit performance, endurance and recovery: RCT
Acute supplementation with a nature identical capsaicin analogue ingredient may improve athletic performance and recovery for CrossFit athletes, says a new study from Spain.
AceBiome explores probiotics, binding proteins’ gut health potential
South Korean microbiome-based health functional food company AceBiome is exploring novel ways to improve gut health, including the combination of probiotics with binding proteins.
Proposed HEMP Act would create federal CBD pathway as hemp industry faces regulatory crossroads
A bipartisan bill in the U.S. House of Representatives introduced on Jan. 22 could establish the first comprehensive federal regulatory framework for hemp-derived products intended for human consumption.
From regulatory gaps to litigation: What we know about the infant formula recalls
Manufacturers and food safety authorities are under fire after a toxin was discovered in infant formula batches. Here’s what we know so far
SANS 2026: US regulation, cellular energy and women’s health in focus on Day Two
The NutraIngredients Sports and Active Nutrition Summit (SANS) 2026 in San Diego, CA, is less than a month away! Day Two’s lineup will be focused on regulatory preparedness, emerging cellular health science, and evolving opportunities in healthy aging...
Sustainability award recognizes value across the full supply chain
Free-to-enter NutraIngredients Awards category highlights the importance of sustainability initiatives for the longevity of the industry.
Medicinal mushrooms mix reduces anxiety, stress hormone levels - 12-week study
The supplementation of five types of medicinal mushrooms, including reishi, has been shown to reduce anxiety and serum levels of the stress hormone cortisol in a 12-week study.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Calbee, NielsenIQ, PepsiCo to present this July
Calbee, NielsenIQ and PepsiCo are some of the biggest names giving keynote presentations at this year’s Growth Asia Summit.
Functional Mushroom Council launched amid market growth
The Functional Mushroom Council (FMC) has launched as a nonprofit industry organization representing North American functional mushroom growers, suppliers and brands, with a focus on research, education and quality standards.
Bioiberica and Lactalis deliver collagen milk NPD for joint health
Global life science company Bioiberica and dairy producer Lactalis Spain have developed the first milk drink enriched with native type II collagen in Spain.
GABA-producing probiotic may improve sleep measures for 77% of users: RCT
Daily supplementation with a specific probiotic that produces the neurotransmitter GABA improved sleep for 77% of participants taking the strain, with 100% of women experiencing the benefits, says a new study using Verb Biotics’ Lp815.
More time, more impact: NutraIngredients Europe Awards extend entry deadline
The submission dealdine for the NutraIngredients Europe Awards has been extended to Feb. 2, 2026, providing innovators in the nutrition and health sectors with additional time to submit their entries.
Fruit and vegetable fiber blend exhibits strong and gentle prebiotic effect
A combination of fibers from organic fruit and vegetables may have a “greater and gentler prebiotic effect compared with established purified prebiotic fibers,” says a new study using Futureceuticals’ NatureKnit Organic ingredient.
Scott Bass launches life sciences strategy and dispute-resolution venture
Scott Bass is launching a new firm—Scott Bass Life Sciences LLC—focused on two core offerings: high level strategic guidance for the global self-care sector and a low-cost dispute resolution model designed specifically for life sciences companies.
Whey protein suppliers race to expand capacity amid tight markets
As the glut for advanced protein ingredients continues, where is the extra supply set to come from?
Magnesium L-threonate may boost cognitive performance and improve sleep: RCT
Six weeks of supplementation with Magtein magnesium L-threonate may reduce brain cognitive age by 7.5 years, compared to placebo, says a new clinical trial from Australia.
IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026: Market dynamics, pioneers, next gen biotics and ‘from bums to gums’ headline Day 1
The IPA World Congress + Probiota is less than a month away with must-see speakers on Day 1 including Dr. John Hale, Muriel Gonzalez, Ewa Hudson, Dr. Koen Venema, Meghan Taylor and more!
Trend tracker: Vietnam’s nutra market, Taiwan consumer view of multivitamins, Japan’s FFC
Find out more about trends in Vietnam’s booming nutraceutical market, how Taiwan consumers view the benefits of multivitamin and mineral products, and popular Foods with Function Claims in Japan in this roundup.
Pharmako CEO: ‘Only way to address cellular longevity properly is with targeted advanced delivery systems’
The future of the emerging cellular longevity and healthspan category will depend on targeted advanced delivery systems, according to George Kokkinis, CEO & founder of Pharmako.
Probiota Pioneers 2026: Calling all Probiotics, Prebiotics and Microbiome start-ups
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Americas Pioneers session and present their company in Vancouver.
Sibelius and LipoActive partner to launch advanced liposomal technology
Sibelius Natural Products and LipoActive have merged to develop a new platform for high-bioavailability liposomal nutraceutical ingredients.
Cyvex adds plant-based ferritin iron to distribution portfolio
Ingredient supplier Cyvex Nutrition has expanded its portfolio with the addition of plant-based ferritin iron through a partnership with SloIron, Inc., as supplement brands continue to look for alternatives to conventional iron salts and chelates.