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Physically active men who took a single dose of creatine before exercise achieved greater strength performance than those who ingested it during or after, according to a new study.
A mouse study from Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company finds long-term supplementation with pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) and its derivative imidazopyrroloquinoline (IPQ) could extend lifespan, delay declines in muscle function and slow visible signs of aging.
Scientists behind the first wearable device designed to measure human flatulence say their tech will differentiate between the gut health products that work, and those that don’t.
Emerging clinical evidence continues to strengthen the case for krill oil as a differentiated omega-3 delivery format, with a recently published study suggesting it may raise circulating EPA and DHA more effectively than conventional fish oil even when...
Eight supplement brands have been named on The Sunday Times 100 list, reflecting a ‘fundamental shift in how consumers view health’, according to Dr. Jenna Macciochi, director of science and innovation at Ancient + Brave.
The deal between the two ingredients companies creates a global powerhouse
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Short-term supplementation with a vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin)-based formulation from HTBA alters key markers of anaerobic performance and cognitive response in amateur cyclists, according to new research.
Science-backed spinach extract Appethyl has taken a significant step towards health claim approval and is now available for acquisition by firms eager to compete in the GLP-1 market.
Dietary fibers and GLP-1 drugs should not be viewed as competing weight management approaches, but complementary strategies, according to a new review published in Advances in Nutrition.
Described by one attendee as “an event with wall-to-wall speakers who delivered insightful, topical, useable information”, the Nutra Healthspan Summit is returning to London for its 2nd edition with more high-level content and networking opportunities.
Ingredion Incorporated has acquired Benicaros, a patented, prebiotic fiber made from upcycled carrot pomace, from Dutch ingredient innovator Nutrileads.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has officially been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) in a ‘long overdue’ move described as a genuine opportunity for the health and nutrition industry.
Lifestyle nutrition has become a major CPG bet – and dairy’s richest player just took a slice
Most people are falling short on key nutrients needed for brain health across the life course, according to internal data presented by Holland & Barrett.
Industry experts at Vitafoods called for a fundamental rethink of how sleep is understood and treated, urging the nutrition sector to move beyond simplistic sleep tracking and symptom-based approaches toward a more integrated, systems-based model of...
The creators of next-gen dual encapsulation technology Optisolv enjoyed their premier exhibition at Vitafoods this year after seven years of working behind closed lab doors.
Economic uncertainty is driving consumers towards comforting, familiar flavors, according to Mintel’s 2026 The Future of Flavors report.
Salvia miltiorrhiza extract (SAGX) showed greater improvements in prostate symptoms, quality of life, and erectile function than saw palmetto, according to researchers in the Republic of Korea.
Specific probiotic strains may detoxify heavy metals like cadmium, chromium, mercury, and lead, says a new study from Probiotical, Ghent University, and the University of Piemonte Orientale.
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
The global ingredient supplier’s deal reflects a broader trend of how companies are streamlining their businesses to meet shifting health and wellness preferences
New product launches across Europe in May 2026 reveal trends for innovating with creatine format and formulation, fiber for sugar and bloat reduction, and a focus on all-natural botanical blends.
Supplementation with Epax’s omega-9 and omega-11 blend reduced LDL cholesterol by 7% in overweight and obese adults after eight weeks, according to a new clinical trial funded by The Norwegian Seafood Research Fund.
Strategic innovation consultancy Qina has launched a Food Health Ecosystem to improve data insights for those operating in personalized nutrition, with the aim to improve access to real-world, long-term data and drive evidence-based innovation.
A four-week GABA-Melissa officinalis supplement improved diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D) in 66.7% of patients compared to 33.3% with placebo, according to a small study published in Nutrients.
Functional mushrooms stepped beyond the supplement aisle and onto the wider functional food and beverage stage at the recent Vitafoods tradeshow in Barcelona.
Based on clinically meaningful thresholds, calcium, vitamin D, or combined supplements offer “little to no benefits” on fracture and fall prevention, says a large review published in the BMJ.
Balchem is capitalizing on the positive results it has seen through consumer-facing marketing, now actively partnering with social media influencers to spread the word about its flagship ingredients.
A new study using a personalized nutrition platform showed a strong engagement from participants and an increase in microbiome diversity after one month of guided recommendations.
French ingredient supplier Weishardt has launched an ultra-low molecular weight marine collagen, positioning it as the first ingredient of its kind to be manufactured in Europe.
Scotland-based biotech company Oceanium has won the NutraIngredients Editors’ Award for Sustainability Initiative of the Year for its seaweed-derived ingredients developed using a circular, low-waste approach.
This year’s European NutraChampion is an academic and innovative pioneer who has made game-changing contributions to the nutraceuticals industry. Yet, he jokes its influencers who seem to gain the glory for his discoveries.
New research from Roquette Life Sciences suggests that baseline dietary fiber intake may subtly shape how the gut microbiome responds to prebiotic supplementation.
PharmExtracta’s precision probiotic iNatal has been recognized for delivering a “much-needed, scientifically grounded solution” which supports women during pregnancy.
Threotech’s Magtein Brain Magnesium Research Program won NutraIngredients’ Nutrition Research Project Award for combining mechanistic neuroscience with human trials.
Four weeks of high-dose collagen peptide (CP) supplementation may favorably modulate bone formation and inflammation in female endurance athletes, according to a newly published pilot study.
New Jersey-based PLT Health Solutions has announced a strategic commitment to longevity that will shape its clinical research, ingredient development, and customer innovation work.
From hybrid ‘mashups’ and functional gummies to creatine’s mainstream expansion and mounting pressure on whey protein supply, Nick Morgan, managing director of Nutrition Integrated, shared insights on the biggest trends shaping Vitafoods Europe 2026.
