News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
A recent tour through several facilities in Tempe, Arizona, offered a behind-the-scenes look at the dietary supplement industry. From raw ingredient sourcing and testing to formulation, manufacturing and finished products, what ultimately reaches store...
Seppic has launched strawberry leaf extract Sepibright to support cognitive health during aging, following five years of research and development.
Kerry’s new online platform and wider campaign aims to address prevailing myths and misinformation that have led some regulators to question ashwagandha’s safety and even ban the ingredient.
As India’s nutraceutical sector continues to accelerate onto the global stage, the upcoming Nutrify C-Suite SumFlex Summit in Mumbai is positioning itself less as a traditional conference and more as a high-level working boardroom for industry leaders.
NutraIngredients is pleased to announce Clostrabio, Holobiome and Kioga as the next Probiota Americas Pioneers.
The Microbiome Explorer Challenge, back for its second year, is offering successful early-stage startups the opportunity of expert mentorship, strategic feedback, industry visibility, and funding opportunities within the European microbiome innovation...
The growing number of regulatory approvals for human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) in infant formulas is set to fuel product innovation and drive more affordable pricing in the long run.
Microalgae-based biotechnology company Fermentalg has launched a high eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) content omega-3 oil, Omega Origins.
Japanese company Euglena is acquiring the microalgae business of Kobelco Eco-Solutions, which it says will beef up its immune health offerings.
With just four days until Vitafoods Europe (May 5–7), we offer a third instalment of exhibitor previews providing a sneak peek at what will take place on the show floor.
Featuring more than 1,600 exhibitors, Vitafoods Europe 2026 is set to bring more than 30,000 delegates to Barcelona next week (May 5–7), making it the largest show to date.
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On April 16, the Indian government issued an advisory restricting the use of ashwagandha leaves in crude or extract or any other form in food products, catching many industry stakeholders by surprise.
Daily supplementation with an antioxidant-rich synbiotic may improve skin elasticity in the face and reduce the severity of wrinkles, says a new study.
The probiotic, BPL1, containing Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis showed positive effects on stool number, weight, and humidity, effectively reversing loperamide-induced constipation in rats in a recent study.
Daily supplementation with a sustained release ashwagandha supplement may improve stress levels and sleep quality, while also reducing uncontrolled eating and emotional eating in healthy adults, says a new study.
Bioscience entrepreneur Dr. Bill Barclay took home the GOED Lifetime Achievement Award at the latest edition of GOED Exchange held in Singapore for his discovery and technique for producing microalgae-derived omega-3.
Protein, fiber and functional claims are moving into mainstream formats, challenging traditional positioning of vitamins and dietary supplements
Indian firm Samarth Biorigins has opened a new facility dedicated to advanced and customized delivery systems to address the rising demand for nutraceutical ingredients with higher bioavailability.
Icelandirect’s solid dose manufacturing acquisition pushes the company’s established focus beyond lipid-based formulations and softgels.
ABF Ingredients businesses ABbiotek Health, Fytexia and Anzchem have joined under a new brand, Biotexia, in a move designed to strengthen their position across metabolic, immune, and digestive health, as well as the growing longevity market.
Diversification in actives, formats, and distribution channels were highlighted by dietary supplement brands and ingredient suppliers in Anaheim, reflecting how consumer expectations for ingestible beauty continue to evolve.
A new agentic A.I. platform from Canada-based Applied Laboratory Technologies, built on on a decade of laboratory-based research, is promising to accelerate the discovery, validation and repurposing of nutrition ingredients.
MSP Starch Products Inc. has announced an exclusive partnership with Lehvoss Group to distribute its Solnul-branded resistant starch to the European market.
While creatine remains strongly associated with male bodybuilding and strength sports, the bigger issue may not be consumer resistance, but industry assumptions...
Thirty milligrams per day of an optimized ashwagandha ingredient may boost cardiorespiratory fitness and delay the onset fatigue in healthy adults, according to data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
South Korean firm CKD Bio sees respiratory health as a relatively underdeveloped segment, but increasing consumer concerns due to environmental and seasonal factors are expected to boost category growth.
Protein saturation, delivery format diversification and a more evidence-based approach to women’s health were among the clearest themes at Natural Products Expo West 2026, according to NutraIngredient editor Danielle Masterson and Deputy Editor Cassandra...
Dietary supplement companies may be focused on FDA activity in Washington, but at the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit (SANS), Rend Al‑Mondhiry, partner at Amin Wasserman Gurnani LLP, warned that some of the major risks are emerging much closer to home.
The NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 are now open for entry submission, with 17 categories up for contest!
The NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 are now open for entry submission, with 17 categories up for contest!
Israel-based Novella Innovative Technology have appointed Antonio Martínez Descalzo as CEO as the plant cell culture start-up transitions from its R&D phase toward full-scale commercial operation.
NutraIngredients is pleased to announce the finalists for the NutraIngredients Europe Awards 2026... The winners will be celebrated at the industry party of the year in Barcelona in May.
With the extended deadline for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2026 now just days away, the window for companies across the U.S. supplement and nutrition sector to submit their entries is almost closed.
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.
Skin microbiome testing company Sequential has announced its latest funding round will advance its platform development and commercial pipeline, with an eye on data-driven product development in personal care and health categories.
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.
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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.
Magtein, a branded form of magnesium L-threonate, has been approved as a novel food in the UK by Food Standards Agency (FSA) and has secured a five-year data protection period.
AI-driven insights provider CPG Radar is continuing to hone its platform to streamline and accelerate innovation processes that take into account science, claims, consumer sentiment and more.
The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) is launching an online database to help industry players identify and locate companies operating across the omega-3 supply chain.
The deadline for abstract submission for this year’s Probiota Americas Probiota Pioneers has been extended to Tuesday, April 7.
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Fonterra will replace Miles Hurrell at the helm as the co-op embarks on a new strategic chapter