The greater stability and shelf life of postbiotics, coupled with documented benefits for performance and recovery, may make postbiotics an attractive option for athletes leading strenuous lives with demanding travel schedules.
Levagen+ is safe and effective for reducing discomfort and duration of migraines in healthy adults, according to a recent study funded by the ingredient's supplier, Gencor Pacific.
The 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back with new categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people and initiatives in food supplements and functional food and beverage.
FDA will not object to two qualified health claims linking consumption of yogurt and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, regardless of fat or sugar content, but in an enforcement discretion letter to Danone North America detailing its decision the agency...
PharmaLinea is highlighting findings from a newly published study asserting that its synergistic supplement is effective in reducing recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Tailored prebiotics may be needed to improve gut microbiota composition for better endurance sport performance, as probiotic supplementation is ineffective without the considering the ecological effect of exercise and diet on gut health, according to...
Eight weeks of supplementation with resistant starch may lead to an average weight loss of 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs) and improve metabolic measures such as insulin resistance in overweight and obese people, says a new study.
Supplement sales jumped in 2020 and 2021 as consumers became hyper-aware of immunity and overall well-being amid the COVID-19 pandemic. However, sales in 2022 decreased for the first time since 2003 as the market readjusted.
There may be significant opportunities to harness the skin microbiome to control body odours with the discovery that strong bacterial diversity, high levels of Cyanobacterium species and low levels of Staphylococci are associated with unpleasant odours.
Doctors Lydia Mapstone, Sioned Fôn Jones and Tara O'Driscoll founded Boobybiome in 2019 on a mission to better preserve beneficial breast milk bacteria and develop synbiotic supplements to support the infant microbiome.
Hélène Guillaume launched Wild.AI in 2017 to track the various life stages and fitness levels women experience. The company applies the science of female physiology to active women to help them train, recover and supplement based on their cycle.
Prebiotic supplementation may boost cognitive function in older people, according to new data from the UK-based PROMOTe (effect of PRebiotic and prOtein on Muscle in Older Twins) trial run by scientists from King’s College London.
A new case-control study investigating the microbiomes of male athletes and non-athletes following maximal exercise reports significant associations between performance measures and composition.
The dietary supplement industry has come a long way. A significant number of new dietary supplement products have appeared in the marketplace since Congress passed the Dietary Supplement and Health Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994. At that time, there were...
Supplementation with a combination of four probiotic strains led to improved sleep quality, increasing the ability to fall asleep and reducing daytime dysfunction, says a new study.
Findings from a new study show that chlorella supplement significantly decreased blood lactate concentrations and an increased O2 pulse in healthy young adults performing submaximal and maximal cycling, indicating greater exercise tolerance.
Postmenopausal muscle is resistant to the potent anabolic stimuli of resistance exercise and protein supplementation, according to findings from a recent study.
The ‘ecology of strains’ is imperative to consider in the research of the infant microbiome, as not all Bifidobacterium strains work equally, Dr. Bernard Berger, R&D expert microbiome and probiotics at Nestlé Research told NutraIngredients.
The spice can lower glucose levels significantly in obese and prediabetic middle-aged adults, according to a small study from University of California, Los Angeles researchers.
A moderate caffeine dose is most effective for boosting high-intensity physical performance in young female team sports athletes, without the side effects, according to a new study.
Biotechnology company Nuritas began its AI journey not in a laboratory but in the wild with wallabies. Nora Khaldi, Nuritas founder and CEO, found inspiration from the unlikely source, observing that wallabies have two types of milk with different kinds...
New data pulled from the UK Biobank suggests high dietary iron intake increases the risk of irregular heart rhythm, with the link particularly significant for those with genetic variations associated cardiac development and cell signal transduction processes.
Mounting evidence suggests a bidirectional relationship between the gut and ovarian aging, according to Chinese researchers who reviewed studies linking the gut microbiota to ovarian function.
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Natural ingredients supplier OmniActive has released findings from a six-month study supporting the benefits of its eye and brain health ingredient in preadolescent children.
A specific combination of probiotic strains may restore vaginal microbiota and relieve vaginal distress in postmenopausal women, according to a new study from Italian probiotic manufacturer SynBalance.
The Council for Responsible Nutrition is calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to act against products formulated with the Alzheimer drug galantamine and marketed as dietary supplements .
Technologies presented at this year’s Sports and Active Nutrition Summit tackled a range of personalized nutrition needs, addressing everything from hydration to bioactives. Researchers spoke during the talk: ‘Disruptive Tech—From Nutrigenomics to AI...
Limited research or education on concussion recovery nutrition is preventing some performance dietitians and nutritionists from successfully supporting their athletes, according to new research.
The future health and wellness market will be transformed by the intersection of areas such as artificial intelligence, clinical trials and marketing to deliver personalized supplement regimens and messaging to consumers.
Extracts from olive leaves exposed to water stress demonstrate antioxidant properties on human cells and may offer greater protection against oxidative damage, according to a recent study.
Initially touted as acute performance aid, exogenous ketones and the supporting science are shifting towards opportunities for athletic recovery, a subject matter expert told NutraIngredients-USA.
A new study demonstrates how the health promoting phytocompounds in cornelian cherry (CC) change throughout ripening stages and that understanding this process can aid in the selection of fruits best suited for functional foods and supplements.
A review of preclinical studies and human trials concluded that Rhodiola rosea and Ashwagandha are both safe and effective in combating stress, but with differing mechanisms of action, their use in product formulation should be carefully considered based...
A new randomized controlled trial reported significant improvements to sleep quality following administration of the black cumin oil extract BCO-5 over a week-long period in healthy adults.
Biotic supplements might not be enough without ‘gut conditioning’, Dr. Wilbert Sybesma, founder of consultancy firm Microbiome Solutions told the audience at NutraIngredients' Probiota event earlier this month.
Many masters athletes are not consuming the recommended levels of carbohydrates, protein and micronutrients while competing at world championships and require increased nutritional support, according to a new study.
Not all gut microbiomes react to dietary fiber in the same way, according to a recent study that explored the complex relationship between the two in the context of colitis sensitivity.
Recent AI-led research identified hemp hulls as an untapped source of dietary fiber and gut-health beneficial bioactives. The finding is now opening doors for new partnerships and product developments.
A recent study has found that supplementation with a mixture of Crataegus pinnatifida leaves and Citrus unshiu peels, resulted in significant improvements to body weight and fat percentage in overweight adults.
ChatGPT is “unable to replace a healthcare professional’s consultation”, new research has concluded, following an assessment of the chatbot’s ability to handle prompts for nutrition advice for patients with multiple noncommunicable diseases (NCDs).
A potential probiotic isolated from the rumen of grazing lamb may protect against damage of colon cells and reduce markers of inflammation, says a new study.
A new paper is out titled “Safety Considerations for Dietary Supplement Manufacturers in the United States", co-authored by Jay Sirois, PhD, VP of regulatory and scientific affairs, Consumer Healthcare Products Association, alongside several CHPA...
Research innovators at the nutraceutical research firm Institut-Kurz have combined cell experiments with brand new software to efficiently predict the outcome of in-vivo studies.
A new literature review has underlined the nutraceuticals with potential to provide natural pain relief for abdominal conditions in children, stressing the need for further research into potential products of interest.
A supplement containing red yeast rice, omega-3s, coenzyme Q10, folic acid, astaxanthin and B6 improved total cholesterol, endothelial function, low-density lipoprotein and other markers in a recent study published in Archives of Medical Science Atherosclerotic...
A systematic review published in Phytotherapy Research reported benefits for soy, red clover and other plant-based extracts for hot flashes and other menopause symptoms.
A combination of pea protein, enzymes and probiotics tended to reduce time to maximum blood absorption for all amino acids but showed only statistically significant results for alanine and glycine, according to a recent study.
