News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
As regulatory enforcement and consumer awareness around dietary supplements continue to grow, manufacturers are under increasing pressure to demonstrate safety. At NOW Foods, that commitment includes employing a dedicated toxicologist, a role that...
When CEO Irene Rojas Stanbury could not find relief for her own perimenopausal symptoms, she decided to create the solution herself. Teaming up with her mother, Dr. Maria Stanbury, a gynecologist with over 30 years of experience, they developed SEASON34,...
Smart water cooler company Bevi is accelerating its growth by tapping into a new, high-traffic market. After weathering a near-existential threat during the pandemic, the company is emerging with a broader footprint —and driving momentum by tapping into...
Data science and AI solutions provider Tredence said AI is changing how businesses operate and even think, with retailers going from being ‘just a retail company’ to certified technology companies.
Dr. Oscar Coetzee, VP of education and clinical support at Designs for Health, shared his unconventional career journey from psychology to nutritional science and how he still applies much of his background to his current work.
The biggest barrier to clinical research is not always science, it is often access. Zeenia Framroze, CEO of Alethios, saw the inequity and decided to do something about it.
Fullscript, an online platform providing healthcare practitioners with the tools to create advanced supplement plans, announced that it will integrate biometric Oura Ring data as part of a more comprehensive care offering.
Probiota Pioneer Microvitality seeks to address data gaps with direct sampling from the small intestine using new ingestible capsule technology.
As Americans increasingly turn to AI as part of their wellness journey, Thorne recently conducted market research to better understand the consumer ‘confidence gap.’ The company came away with fresh insights and an AI-powered solution.
Shawn Wells, RD, a biochemist and formulator with 25 years of industry experience, recently shared his daily healthspan optimization routine at the Nutra Healthspan Summit in London.
In the world of longevity products, there’s a fundamental problem: You can’t actually feel whether they’re working. Elysium Health’s Dan Alminana tackles this trust gap head-on, arguing that advanced diagnostics like RNA sequencing and DNA methylation...
The National Institutes of Health has launched a five-year project to develop a unified model of healthy human physiology, signaling a shift toward whole-person health that aligns with longstanding approaches in the nutrition and supplements sector.
Healthspan innovation means moving fast on trends without losing sight of solid nutrition science, according to Rachel Kreider, vice president of product innovation and science at GNC.
Women’s health was the most popular dietary supplement category in Australia this year.
“The gut requires a different strategy from much of the aging field,” said researcher Dr. Sean Gibbons at the recent Nutra Healthspan Summit.
Apex Compliance’s Asa Waldstein shares valuable insights for those seeking to avoid an FDA warning letter, a competitor case with the NAD or a referral to the FTC due to ad claims non-compliance.
The herbal sector is facing unprecedented challenges—and opportunities—that could reshape how Americans access natural products.
SaaS technology company Haut.AI has released a new generative AI-powered SkinGPT Aging Model in collaboration with digital health platform Noom.
Bill Clark, PhD, has a vision for the supplement industry that he says could radically alter how products are vetted and sold.
A recent poll by consultancy firm Newday found that professionals and consumers alike are redefining longevity, becoming more focused on extending the period of their life spent in good health and less focused on outer beauty.
From the brain-skin axis to scalp care, we discover more about Unilever’s future focus on wellness.
The company behind Smart Water Coolers just launched Focus Blend, a functional enhancement that combines caffeine, L-theanine, magnesium and B vitamins for sharper focus. The offering was inspired by the growing focus crisis.
Kirin says it plans to develop a “simple” method to measure plasmacytoid dendritic cells (pDCs) activity - which is indicative of a person’s immune status - after a recent research showed links between pDC activity and urine test results.
Sustainable nutraceutical ingredients developer Roelmi HPC has launched a new division with a production and research hub focused on innovation through fermentation and the circular economy.
Epigenomica AB has launched a ‘cutting-edge’ platform which aims to advance epigenomic research and support development of therapeutics for aging and longevity.
New research has evaluated supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) and ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional methods for extracting curcuminoids.
Growing up with a doctor father and an Ayurvedic grandmother in India, Dr. Leena Pradhan-Nabzdyk witnessed debates grew up at the crossroads of Western medicine and traditional healing practices. Those two worlds would later become intertwined.
The Finnish start-up is turning its attention to the US, where it hopes to disrupt the health and performance market
Swedish supplements brand Great Earth has rolled-out fiber-based caps across its portfolio, reducing plastic content by 95% and contributing to Europe-wide targets.
UK-based Myoform is launching its new personalized nutrition platform after 18 months of beta-testing with a group of elite athletes, biohackers and everyday Joes. The initial focus is on its home market with expansion plans for the United States for 2026.
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Nielsen IQ recently released its The Next Frontier of Wellness Report. The leading global consumer intelligence company identified several trends shaping the industry.
As the beauty-from-within trend gains scientific momentum, our special broadcast will explore this topic with experts in this field.
Plant-derived exosomes offer a new opportunity for microencapsulated active botanical ingredients with additional health benefits.
How will the longevity skincare movement evolve? This November, a brand-new summit in London will bring together some of the industry’s biggest players—including Estée Lauder Companies and L’Oréal—to explore what’s next for this hot topic.
Digital health platform Superpower recently launched an annual membership for $199, aiming to democratize access to the growing market for personalized nutrition.
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.
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including G-NiiB’s new synbiotic launch for MAFLD, Nano Singapore on men’s health, and DUOLAC’s South East Asia expansion.
A recent study from Rice University focused on metabolic engineering strategies that cause L. lactis to overproduce K2 in order to make it more sustainable and cost-effective.
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?
Japanese firm YURU Co Ltd has introduced a new eye supplement containing liposomal lutein and coupled it with a proprietary habit support app catering to “supplement refugees”.
New York-based Levelle Nutrition launched its Cycle Syncing Protein, the first protein powder intentionally developed to support the shifting nutritional needs of menstruating women throughout their cycle.
Research into the gut microbiomes of elite athletes could unlock new possibilities for personalized nutrition, said Dr. Paul Cotter, chief technology officer at SeqBiome and head of food biosciences at Teagasc.
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.
Global data reveals a shift toward individualized wellness, but with European consumers more cautious to adopt new technologies, there are steps the industry can take to encourage engagement.
For 17 years, Belgium-based ProDigest has advanced science by creating models of the intestinal tract to support research globally.
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.
Research reveals the vast potential of the microbiome to guide the best nutrition interventions for a range of indications, including weight loss and cognitive health.
A wave of cyber attacks has exposed deep vulnerabilities in the food sector’s digital defences. But industry is getting wise to the threat
TikTok users are looking to maximize fiber intake in the latest nutrition trend, but new research from the prebiotic fiber supplement brand Myota highlights just how different individual responses to fiber can be and why the trend might be an...
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.