How social media shaped 2024’s nutrition trends
In 2024, platforms like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube played pivotal roles in amplifying conversations around cognitive performance, stress management and accessible nutrition solutions.
Mind & mood
The influence of prenatal iodine on infant temperament
Suboptimal prenatal iodine intake may have implications for child neurodevelopment, evident as early as infancy.
PharmExtracta’s lemon balm may reduce insomnia severity
New research reports that a lemon balm extract formulated for improved bioavailability may improve sleep quality and duration.
Untapped opportunities in cognitive health: What’s next for functional mushrooms?
An expert highlights untapped opportunities in the burgeoning functional mushroom market but warns against stagnation as the sector’s potential in cognitive health continues to soar.
Low-dose ashwagandha root and leaf extract may relieve stress and anxiety
Low daily doses of a proprietary ashwagandha root and leaf extract may reduce anxiety by almost 60% and stress by over 65%, says a new study from India.
Navigating the legal landscape of ingredients for mind health
Ayurvedic herbs, probiotics, CBD, and mushrooms are under scrutiny as the mind health boom means brands must overcome regulatory hurdles, says an industry expert.
Citrus low-methoxy pectin may reduce inflammation and anxiety
Low-methoxy (LM) pectin supplementation at 15 g daily reduces inflammatory markers and scores for depression and anxiety in healthy volunteers, according to new research.
More research needed on OTC products commonly used for anxiety
A new UK review has revealed a critical gap in research on over-the-counter (OTC) products widely used to manage anxiety, noting that few trials have examined the effects of these supplements when taken alongside antidepressants.
Global sleep aid supplement market to reach $11.8 billion by 2034
A new report from Allied Market Research reveals that lifestyle factors like rising stress levels, irregular sleep patterns and increased awareness of sleep hygiene are driving consumer demand for sleep supplements.
Chill and experiential: What’s trending in stress management supplements
Consumers continue to supplement mood to counter modern influences like ultra processed foods, lack of sleep, screentime and demanding schedules in a still stressed-out society increasingly focused on mental health as part of overall well-being.
Beauty-from-within experts join forces for upcoming webinar
CosmeticsDesign-Europe and NutraIngredients are bringing experts together in an upcoming editorial webinar that will delve into the market trends, latest science and opportunities in the nutricosmetics space.