Probiotics, prebiotics & postbiotics

Synthetic glycans developer issued warning over failure to file IND in COVID-19 trials

08-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

A company that develops synthetic glycans as targeted microbiome therapies has received an FDA warning letter over the way it has conducted two clinical trials.

Are omega-3 fatty acids prebiotic ingredients?

03-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Omega-3s may beneficially alter the composition of the gut microbiome and lead to increases in the production of short chain fatty acids, says a study from King’s College London.

Special Edition: ADVANCES IN THE SKIN MICROBIOME – INGREDIENTS INNOVATION AND SCIENCE

SkinBioTherapeutics CEO: Psoriasis supplement spotlights ‘stunningly exciting area of science’

02-Sep-2021 By Kacey Culliney

UK skin health specialist SkinBioTherapeutics has developed a probiotic powder targeting psoriasis – a product that centres on exciting advances in the gut-skin axis and holds wider promise for industry, its CEO says.

Research finds faecal markers assist in Alzheimer's diagnosis

02-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Alzheimer's Disease is characterised by 15 altered gut bacterial genera, suggesting that faecal markers might be used as a non-invasive examination to assist with disease diagnosis, new research has concluded.

Probi probiotic demonstrates potential in shaping infant gut microbiome

01-Sep-2021 By Will Chu

Probi has made available details of its new probiotic formulation, which appears to positively influence the infant microbiome early on by increasing gut diversity, according to the firm’s researchers.

Probiotic Akkermansia strain may protect against cognitive dysfunction

31-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A specific strain of Akkermansia muciniphila may reverse the detrimental cognitive effects of a high-fat, high-cholesterol (HFHC) diet, including for measures of working memory and recognition, says a new study in rats.

Synbiotic helps obese subjects avoid weight gain during study

26-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

A synbiotic supplement prevented weight gain among obese subjects while a control group continued to gain weight, a new study has found.

Study: Lactobacillus plantarum reduces depression and improves sleep in insomniacs

23-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A study involving 40 insomniacs has found that daily administration of the probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum PS128 can reduce depressive symptoms, fatigue, cortical excitation, and improve sleep quality.

Review supports probiotic benefits for Multiple Sclerosis patients

23-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

Probiotic supplementation can slow down the progression of Multiple Sclerosis (MS), suppress associated depression, and improve the general health of patients, a review of relevant literature concludes.

Probiotic combination may slow fat build-up in the liver and fat tissue: Study

19-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of two Limosilactobacillus fermentum strains may reduce body weight gain, and the amount of fat in liver and adipose tissue, says a new study with lab mice.

Study finds probiotic helps subjects keep calm in face of stress

18-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

A study has found that a probiotic strain lessened stress among young Japanese men taking a validated test as measured by an endocrine system response.

SkinBioTherapeutics launches probiotic supplement to target psoriasis

18-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

SkinBioTherapeutics has announced its first commercial product launch with a probiotic supplement developed to target psoriasis.

BB-12 probiotic yogurt reduces antibiotic harm, study suggests

17-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Daily consumption of a BB-12 probiotic yogurt drink alongside antibiotics significantly reduces the antibiotics' impact on Short Chain Fatty Acid (SCFA) levels and aid a more stable gut microbiota over time, according to new research.

Must-have ingredients to include in your spring 2022 products

16-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Our everyday habits and behaviors have dramatically shifted in the past two years and they continue to do so—including our dietary supplements routine. So what trends will be left in 2021 and what will roll over into 2022?

S-Ventures continues nutrition investment spree with Pulsin acquisition

16-Aug-2021 By Will Chu

UK-based investors S-Ventures has acquired the sports nutrition snack firm Pulsin in a deal that continues the firm’s health and wellbeing interests following the purchase of probiotic food specialists Ohso Chocolate.

NutraCast: Greg Leyer, PhD, on probiotics for vulnerable populations

13-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The number of preemies receiving probiotics in the US and Canada is increasing steadily, but skeptics say there is potential for harm in this vulnerable population. Greg Leyer, PhD, the Senior Director of Scientific Affairs, at Chr. Hansen says if done...

Experts wary of study’s advocacy of ‘duplibiotics’ term

13-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

A recent review of the action of polyphenols in the gut proposes yet another descriptive term for get health ingredients which might create further confusion and blurring of categories, experts say.

Survey: 1 in 4 global consumers used probiotics in last 6 months

12-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Probiotic use on the rise as science-backed probiotic strains meet a range of market needs.

Study highlights anti-inflammatory immune effects of BLIS K12

12-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming the probiotic Streptococcus salivarius BLIS K12 can induce a regulatory, anti-inflammatory peripheral immune response, according to a new study from New Zealand.

Ingredients that mimic breast milk to propel growth in formula space

10-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

A recent analysis has found that the global infant formula ingredients market is expanding steadily with the rising middle class and the demand for high-quality infant formula gains traction.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Parents launch pre- and probiotic snack bar startup

09-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A husband and wife team have created a range of cold pressed pre- and probiotic snack bars providing kids and adults with up to 50% of their daily fibre needs, as well as protein and omega-3.

Females in focus: The vaginal microbiome

05-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

As women’s health becomes less taboo, we’re still playing catch up on research and development.

Study finds probiotic alleviates depression and improves sleep

05-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New research has found a probiotic supplement to be helpful in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as improving sleep quality in healthy adults.

First-of-its-kind study reveals germination of spore-forming probiotic in GI tract

03-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A study using a new approach to investigating the fate of probiotics within the human body has become the first of its kind to directly show the germination of a specific spore-forming probiotic strain inside the small intestine.

‘Timely, interesting and important’: Study links gut microbe metabolism to longevity

02-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Unique bile acids produced by a distinct set of gut microbes may contribute to longevity by inhibiting the growth of gut pathogens, says a new study with 160 people over 100 years old in Japan.

Making progress in developing probiotic beverages without animal protein

02-Aug-2021 By Jim Cornall

A team at the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) in Quebec, Canada is working on a plant-based fermented drink high in protein and probiotics.

Postbiotics see 1,300% increase in Google searches

02-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Postbiotics have become the fastest growing area in terms of gut health related Google searches, with a nearly 1,300% increase in the last two years, according to new data from Lumina Intelligence.

New prebiotic supplement improves sleep, study finds

29-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A new study by FrieslandCampina Ingredients has demonstrated the benefits of its gut health focused supplement in reducing stress and providing a better night’s sleep in healthy adults.

Probiotic and calcium supplementation in kids reduces BMI in teenage years – Indonesia study

28-Jul-2021 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of probiotic and calcium could have a lasting effect on the body weight of young children as they reach their teenage years, according to the findings of a new Indonesia study.

Guest Article

The gut's impact on a good night's sleep

27-Jul-2021 By Guus Kortman, Gut Microbiologist, and Andrei Prodan, Data Scientist at Nizo

With sleep being rated as a top health priority for consumers across the globe in 2021, NutraIngredients speaks to an expert about the research linking the gut microbiome to this health goal.

Study distinguishes gut microbiome of autistic children

27-Jul-2021 By Natasha Spencer

Unique gut microbiome characteristics unrelated to diet may distinguish children with autism, new research suggests.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Female wellness startup her1 closes €5.5m funding for European expansion

26-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Four-year-young Berlin-based startup her1 has just closed a Series A investment of €5.5m, bringing it closer to its ambition of becoming a leading digital health company devoted to female wellbeing.

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WATCH: Amado Group and COSMAX on beauty, weight management trends amid COVID-19

23-Jul-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Companies are still seeing opportunities in developing supplements that address the evergreen needs of weight management and skin protection, even as consumers tighten their purse strings and spend more on hygiene and immune health supplements.

Reckitt Benckiser surrenders probiotics, DHA claims for infant product

22-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Nestlé has scored a point against competitor Reckitt Benckiser by inducing it to drop claims for the probiotic and DHA content of one of its infant formulas.

Seppic strikes Anagenix deal to distribute gut friendly kiwifruit powders to French market

21-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Seppic is to collaborate with Anagenix in a deal that looks to extend its range of dietary supplement ingredients that target the microbiome and promote good digestive health.

Probiotics for Asian flush? Four strain formula shown to lower alcohol and acetaldehyde concentration – RCT

19-Jul-2021 By Tingmin Koe

A mixture of four Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium probiotic strains has shown to lower alcohol and acetaldehyde concentration in individuals with the genotype prone to Asian flush.

Kimchi-derived probiotic useful for prediabetic glycaemic control, study suggests

15-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

A kimchi-derived probiotic could help in warding off diabetes as scientists find its supplementation improves blood glucose level management in those with prediabetes.

NutraWomen Wednesday: Jessica ter Haar, Scientific Director, IPA

14-Jul-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Microbiology expert Jessica ter Haar, PhD, is the scientific director at the International Probiotics Association (IPA). She focuses a lot on helping women achieve their best possible microbial health during every stage of life—a topic that she’s helping...

Child's microbiome can predict onset of coeliac disease

14-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Long-term research has identified substantial microbial changes in the intestines of infants before developing coeliac disease, suggesting scientists may be able to predict who will develop the disease months before the onset.

Cosucra receives €10m to meet chicory root and pea protein demand

14-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Chicory root producers Cosucra are to receive a financial boost to the tune of €10m from a consortium of backers in response to consumer demands for a more balanced, plant-based and transparent diet.

4D pharma’s biotherapeutic may boost cancer immunotherapies, study suggests

13-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

4D pharma’s Live Biotherapeutic Product (LBP), appears to enhance anti-tumour activity and increase the efficacy of an immunotherapy used to treat certain tumours, says a German research team.

Kerry delves further into health space with Biosearch Life acquisition

12-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Kerry Group, the world’s leading taste and nutrition company, has completed its the reported €126.9 million acquisition of Spanish biotech company Biosearch Life.

Pharmavite acquires UTI brand Uqora, creating women’s health portfolio

09-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Pharmavite has expanded its range of products directed at women with the acquisition of urinary health brand Uqora. Terms of the deal were not announced.

Oral FMT plus fibre supplements can improve insulin sensitivity in severely obese

08-Jul-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A transplant of healthy gut microbes, through oral capsules, followed by fibre supplements can improve insulin sensitivity in patients with severe obesity and metabolic syndrome, according to a new clinical trial.

Probi becomes ‘owner and partner’ in Blis Technologies’ oral probiotic interests

07-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Probiotic specialists Probi has taken a stake in Blis Technologies and formed a partnership with the New Zealand-based oral probiotics firm that sees Probi manufacture select bacterial strains from Blis’ collection.

Synbiotic formula restores gut microbiota in C-section delivered infants – Danone-funded trial

07-Jul-2021 By Tingmin Koe

The consumption of a synbiotic formula is able to restore gut microbiota in infants delivered via caesarean section, such that their gut flora is similar to those born via vaginal delivery, according to new findings from Danone.

Quadram pushes best practice microbiome study with web resource launch

05-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

The Quadram Institute has launched an online resource that details best practice approaches in carrying out microbiome-based research.

NutraCast: ZOE co-founder Tim Spector on personalized gut health

02-Jul-2021 By Danielle Masterson

ZOE is a healthcare science company aiming to help people understand their body's responses to food. By using machine learning combined with large scale human studies, the company is decoding the impact of nutrition on health.

Prebiotics may improve bone health in female athletes: Study

02-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Twelve weeks of consuming an inulin and lactulose-fortified prebiotic food may boost Bifidobacterium levels in the gut and suppress markers of bone resorption in female athletes, says a new study from Japan.

British Society of Gastroenterology guidelines support probiotic use in addressing IBS

01-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

The British Society of Gastroenterology has published updated guidelines for the management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in which probiotics may prove effective for general symptoms and abdominal pain linked to the condition.