News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
The founder of a brand called-out by the ASA argues that the ruling is an example of the over-medicalization of women’s health, creating red tape for those attempting to support women through diet and supplements.
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.
White label manufacturer Laboratoire PYC has launched Woman Nature, a range of products to address health concerns across a woman’s lifespan.
A German risk assessment has raised safety concerns over intermittent doses of vitamin D and recommended a daily supplement limit of 800 IU per day, which an expert describes as a “serious risk” to German consumers.
With the launch of i/O Beauti, Skin Moderne joins a growing group of beauty brands embracing clinically aligned nutrition strategies—this time, with tributyrin and spermidine at its core.
As the beauty-from-within trend gains scientific momentum, our special broadcast will explore this topic with experts in this field.
The combination of whey protein supplementation and physical exercise improves muscle protein synthesis (MPS) in a time- and dose-dependent manner, according to a new review in China.
Plant-derived exosomes offer a new opportunity for microencapsulated active botanical ingredients with additional health benefits.
The Australian supplement market is seeing an increase in products for energy, sleep, and muscle relaxation, with ingredients like magnesium at the center of the action.
Scientists and industry gathered this week to address the quality control conundrum within the botanical supplement sector, noting cost-focused innovation, highly concentrated extracts, weak regulatory oversight, and the need for data to challenge safety...
Pigments from paprika improve oxygen delivery to both muscle and brain, according to new research conducted in university students.
The European Commission has confirmed that Samsoniella hepiali, commonly marketed as cordyceps, is not novel and can be used in dietary supplements, marking a major milestone for the mushroom industry.
An extremely fine particle version of creatine monohydrate was deemed not novel following a “low-risk but big impact” assessment.
Nearly half (47%) of global consumers are using supplements at least twice a week, according to a new report from HealthFocus International. However, there is a significant ‘trust gap’, with only 50% believing supplements can support health concerns.
Curcumin is reported to have a wide variety of benefits, from supporting joint health to cognitive function. Now, a new review suggests its anti-inflammatory properties could also benefit oral health.
Dietary supplements may play an important role in managing gout and hyperuricemia, while also improving metabolic status.
In July, French biotech firm Microphyt officially inaugurated its new microalgae biorefinery, which it said opens “a new era for the European bioeconomy.”
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has turned up the heat on unauthorized health claims, using its AI monitoring tool, but will the sheer number of rulings dilute their impact, or will they help change marketing behaviour?
Following months of apprehension, US president Donald Trump and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen finally struck a trade deal which will see EU goods incur a 15% tariff in the US. But what does this mean for the European dietary...
The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has ordered Myota—a prebiotic supplement company—to remove two paid advertisements that made unauthorized medical and health claims for weight loss.
Scottish supplements brand Love Mushrooms has launched two capsule lines containing a range of mushroom species plus adaptogens and micronutrients to support up to 34 signs of menopause.
Stripped-back sports supplement brand Naked Nutrition has broken into the colostrum market with a single ingredient, Naked Colostrum, launching alongside a reformulated collagen powder.
Premium CBD brand Goodrays just completed a £5 million Series A funding round to meet surging demand. NutraIngredients spoke with CEO and co-founder Eoin Keenan about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Six years ago, former bodybuilder and track athlete Simon Stevens set out to build a sports supplement brand for elite athletes that remained accessible to the mass market. Now, Vow Nutrition is stocked in more than 2,000 UK retail stores and is leading...
It’s feared the trade deal will hinder the competitiveness of European food in the US
New research reinforces Bifidobacterium’s role in cardiovascular development and opens opportunities for microbiome-targeted supplement innovation.
Four years after Nestlé acquired the Bountiful Company for $5.75 billion, the Swiss conglomerate may be willing to divest itself of its vitamins, minerals and supplements brands.
Adults with sleep difficulties, depression and anxiety showed improvements in gut bacteria, symptoms and sleep efficiency after taking Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Bifidobacterium longum for 12 weeks, according to a study published in Brain Sciences.
Gut and brain health focused supplements brand Heights has launched a hydration solution with added citicoline to keep everyday active consumers physically and mentally energized.
The European Commission has declared that D-chiro-inositol is not a novel food and can therefore be used in dietary supplements across Europe.
As the popularity of longevity and healthy aging supplements continues to grow, consumers are starting to demand more from brands, according to Sophie Chabloz, co-founder and chief science officer of Avea.
‘Highly sustainable’ CarobBiome prebiotic fiber has been developed to deliver gut and metabolic benefits as well as complement GLP-1 diets.
Two probiotic strains studied for their immunity benefits may also alleviate constipation and stress, according to new research.
Long at the forefront of beauty innovation, APAC markets like Japan, China and South Korea are now driving growth in holistic beauty and personal care. Here, we examine the emerging trends and patterns defining the space.
British social media and fitness influencer James Smith recently shared the results of his latest round of creatine gummy testing, revealing that just four out of nine brands contained adequate levels of creatine.
Cambiotics is working to commercialize probiotic strains capable of eliminating harmful chemicals from the human body, with potential to improve the health of people across the globe.
Companies seeking novel food approvals are facing average wait times of more than two and a half years, according to the first ever analysis of EFSA processing times.
Blue zones, biohacking and reversing the biological clock. These are all relatively new buzz words which have made their way into mainstream discourse, causing a drive in demand for the next generation of anti-aging solutions.
A bioactive blend, marketed as Bio Gut Core by Brightseed, may improve gut barrier integrity in people with diarrhea-prominent IBS, according to new research.
The ASA pounced on posts endorsing supplements as natural alternatives to ADHD medicine in its wider crackdown on cognitive health claims.
The oral microbiome is a diverse community of bacteria, fungi and viruses. It is the second-largest microbial ecosystem in the human body, yet it has received considerably less attention than the infamous gut microbiome.
Magnesium and riboflavin are the most used supplements for migraine prevention, says a new survey conducted in New Zealand.
Coenzyme Q10 has rapidly become a highly sought after supplement due to its large range of potential benefits, from heart and brain health to energy production and exercise recovery. But could it also support women’s health issues, like endometriosis,...
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?
Pioneering probiotic brand Symprove has grown by around 30% year-on-year for the last five years, racking up nearly £30 million in 2024, but how has this 25-year-old company remained relavent in this rapidly evolving market?
Twenty organizations have come together to launch a new research initiative, known as EPIC-SHIFT, to accelerate the use of alternative protein sources.
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...
A plant that has been used for thousands of years in traditional Indian medicine has a ‘wide range’ of neuroprotective effects, according to a new review published in Nutrients.
Ergothioneine, an amino acid found naturally in mushrooms, has been thrust into the spotlight, with a Chinese scientist questioning its clinical evidence, regulatory approval, and marketing tactics.
Sweden-based company The Good Pill Co is launching a global supplement certification program to empower consumers and bring transparency, safety and consistency across the industry.