Health giants Novonesis and Novo Nordisk partner on microbiome innovation
Novonesis and Novo Nordisk are joining forces in a new research collaboration to explore solutions that seek to preserve and optimize metabolic health and well-being.
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And the winners are…Find out who won big at the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2025
The winners of the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards have been announced in Bangkok, with 17 trophies handed out spanning ingredients, finished products and initiatives.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Lisa Miller, Communications Director, Aker BioMarine
With over 25 years in public relations, Lisa Miller evolved from working as an agency publicist to founding her own firm and now serves as communications director at Aker BioMarine.
NutriLeads’ Benicaros ingredient gets green light from EFSA
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) deemed Benicaros, a precision prebiotic fiber derived from upcycled carrot pomace, safe for human consumption.
Nestlé investors demand early exit of chairman Paul Bulcke amid CEO scandal
Investors want chairman Paul Bulcke out now. With trust shaken and shares slipping, pressure mounts for Pablo Isla to take the reins early
Healthspan Innovators: Last call for entries for start-up competition
The closing date for entries to the inaugural Healthspan Innovators competition for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups is rapidly approaching
FrieslandCampina Ingredients opens functional food application center in Singapore
FrieslandCampina Ingredients is seeking to capture Asia-Pacific’s burgeoning functional foods and beverage market with a new application center in Singapore.
Ixoreal Biomed launches SRI-81 Shatavari, the Queen of Herbs, to support women’s health
Following the success of KSM-66 Ashwagandha, Ixoreal Biomed is launching SRI-81 Shatavari, a standardized, clinically validated root-only extract for the women’s health market.
Palatinose enhances response of gut hormones GLP-1 and PYY
Formulating beverages with Beneo’s Palatinose (isomaltulose) may significantly increase levels of key hunger hormones, such as GLP-1 and PYY, in people with Metabolic Syndrome, says a new study from an international team of researchers.
Algalif launches high-strength astaxanthin
Biotechnology company Algalif has launched 15% natural astaxanthin oleoresin, which it reports is the world’s first product of this strength.
Microbiome Explorer Challenge seeks Europe’s next microbiome start-up stars
The Microbiome Explorer Challenge, backed by a jury of microbiome experts from biotech and business, is offering successful early-stage startups the opportunity of expert mentorship, strategic feedback, industry visibility and funding opportunities...
Genbioma builds science and market for pro- and postbiotic’s metabolic potential
With data from a successful human trial hot off the press, an ongoing funding round to finance more clinical research and business development efforts, and commercial products launching later this year, Spain’s Genbioma is positioned for a...
Green Bioactives falls victim to cautious investor landscape, enters liquidation
“We were so close,” says Chris Meaney, chief business officer at Green Bioactives as Scottish biotech company enters liquidation.
Nutra Healthspan Summit: Early bird delegate rate expiring soon!
The discounted early bird delegate registration for our Nutra Healthspan Summit will expire on Sept. 10, 2025.
Meta-analysis supports vitamin D supplements for heart health
Overweight and obese people should take vitamin D supplements to reduce the incidence of major adverse cardiovascular events, says a new meta-analysis.
OmniActive’s low dose ashwagandha effective for stress, sleep and mood benefits: RCT
Twelve weeks of supplementation with Zenroot ashwagandha may improve sleep quality and decrease occasional anxiety and mood swings, says a new study from India.
Why Fonterra sold its global consumer business
From streamlining operations to securing a windfall for farmers, here’s why Fonterra is divesting US$2.5bn worth of assets
Sabinsa Wellness unites three brands, offers new products
Health science company Sabinsa has launched six products to the retail market under Sabinsa Wellness and unified its three supplement brands under the division.
Microencapsulation with pea-protein improves probiotic survival: Study
Encapsulating L. rhamnosus GG in pea protein improved viability in the digestive tract by at least 30% compared to unencapsulated control, according to a study by AnaBio Technologies in Ireland.
Probiota Pioneers: 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 Pioneers session and present their company in Dublin.
Can quantum physics contribute to better ingredient delivery in the body?
Greenspace Herbs is combining the ancient practice of Ayurveda with quantum physics to create more bioavailable ingredients based on energy signatures.
EU increases higher daily intake limits for Zooca Calanus Oil
The European Commission has approved changes to the daily intake limits and labelling rules for Zooca Calanus Oil under the EU’s Novel Food regulation.
‘Never a dull moment’: Save the date for IPA WC + Probiota 2026
Described by one recent attendee as “the bridge between science and marketing”, the IPA World Congress + Probiota 2026 is returning to the Emerald Isle for its 12th edition.
Collagen peptides may reduce post-exercise energy intake: Study
Short-term supplementation with collagen peptides (CP) reduced post-exercise energy intake by 10% in 15 physically active females, according to a small study published in the British Journal of Nutrition.
Protease enzymes may enhance appetite and satiety effects of whey protein
Co-ingestion of whey protein and proteases, enzymes that breakdown proteins into peptides and amino acids, may boost the feeling of fullness and satiation in young people, says a new study.
Innovation in inside-out cellulite solutions
What’s happening in beauty-from-within ingredients designed to target cellulite?
Across the Nutraverse: 7-OH in the US and Korea, NMN deadline extended, dsm-firmenich on cellular senescence
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
RCT supports saffron extract’s mood improvements
Daily supplementation with saffron extract (Pharmactive’s Affron) may boost mood in people suffering from mild depressive symptoms, says a new large-scale clinical study that adds to 10 previous clinical studies supporting the ingredient’s benefits for...
Supplier update: dsm-firmenich, PhytoGaia, TSI in the spotlight
This round-up looks at the supplier firms driving new developments across Asia-Pacific’s nutraceuticals market, including dsm-firmenich and PhytoGaia’s research on cellular health, TSI’s premiere on Shanghai Stock Exchange and more.
6 reasons to attend the Nutra Healthspan Summit
The Nutra Healthspan Summit is just under four months away! Bridging cutting-edge science and business strategy to extend healthspan through nutrition and supplements, the Nutra Healthspan Summit is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
dsm-firmenich launches three-step pack to tackle cellular senescence
dsm-firmenich has launched a three-step solution to tackle cellular senescence, as part of its research and innovation in targeting the hallmarks of aging.
Specnova’s ginger extract reduces joint pain and inflammation: Study
Low-dose ginger supplementation reduces perceptions of pain, according to new Specnova-funded research published in the journal Nutrients.
TSI Group premieres on Shanghai Stock Exchange
Dietary supplement company TSI Group now has its initial public offering (IPO) on the Shanghai Stock Exchange main board.
Gonmisol takes on Ayurvedic portfolio in exclusive European distribution agreement
Gonmisol, part of the SuanNutra Group, has entered a strategic partnership with India-based K. Patel Phyto Extractions, as ‘holistic wellness’ trends increase across Europe.
Healthspan Innovators: Calling all start-ups in longevity and cellular aging
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Healthspan Innovators session and present their company in London.
Probiotic blend may offer dual benefit
Two probiotic strains studied for their immunity benefits may also alleviate constipation and stress, according to new research.
Bioiberica builds on age-defying promise of hyaluronic acid
New research supports the anti-aging potential of Bioiberica’s branded Dermial ingredient in a beauty-from-within market increasingly searching to reduce the signs of skin aging.
Black ginger extract shows weight management potential in RCT
An extract from black ginger may significantly decrease body fat and visceral fat in the abdomen in overweight and mildly obese adults, says a new study from Korea.
SlimBiome may improve insulin response and help regulate appetite
A supplement containing glucomannan, fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and chromium may reduce insulin concentration and improve satiety scores, says a new study using OptiBiotix Health’s SlimBiome product.
Can NMN and NR improve muscle mass and function?
A recent review concluded that NAD precursors nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) and nicotinamide riboside (NR) are unlikely to support muscle mass and function in older adults. But does this review paint the full picture?
Concerns over IV glutathione therapy may underscore supplement advantage
Gwyneth Paltrow swears by it.
Research project seeks to mainstream alternative protein sources
Twenty organizations have come together to launch a new research initiative, known as EPIC-SHIFT, to accelerate the use of alternative protein sources.
Trend tracker: Pill-and-shot, probiotic drinks, Coupang e-commerce data and more
Here is the round-up of the latest nutraceutical trends in Asia-Pacific, including how Japanese firm Rohto has added the pill-and-shot supplement format to its range, probiotic drink trends in Singapore, Coupang e-commerce data and more.
Women’s Health Initiative of the Year looks to serve anemic population
Biotech company Probi has won the NutraIngredients Award for Women’s Health Initiative of the Year 2025 for Probi Women, a supplement formulated to address the common side effects of traditional iron supplements and enhance iron absorption through using...
Top 5 anti-ageing ingredients consumers are seeking
Anti-ageing ingredients are the latest trend to catch consumer attention. We take a look at the top five
Study: Liquid I.V.’s Hydration Multiplier outperforms water in key hydration markers
Participants using Liquid I.V. exhibited extended hydration duration by retaining fluids for up to four hours, longer than those who drank water alone, says a new study.
Catching up with coffee and tea compounds: A round-up of the latest science
Coffee and tea are two of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, but their appeal goes far beyond taste and tradition.
Active Nutrition Summit 2025: What to expect
NutraIngredients will host the Active Nutrition Summit 2025 next week, providing industry professionals with three-days of content focused on the most dynamic topics in science, regulation and innovation.
Kerry Group gauges probiotic potential in the age of GLP-1
As the use of weight loss drugs becomes more widespread, the conversation is evolving from access to adherence through proactive side effect management.
Bioiberica’s 50-year evolution: From biomolecule extraction to collagen education
Spanish supplier Bioiberica is celebrating its 50th anniversary by showcasing its circular economy model, designed to maximize value from animal byproducts. As part of the milestone, NutraIngredients was invited to tour its Pallafols site, just outside...