Curcumin can fight chronic diseases by reducing key inflammatory markers, offering a promising natural intervention for conditions including obesity, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to new research.
Despite being 51% of the population, it's no secret that women still face huge data gaps and lack of representation. Nouri founder Caroline Carralero has witnessed firsthand some of the emerging science and market response to women's health...
Supplementation with cornelian cherry may impact diverse cardiometabolic risk factors among individuals considered to be at high risk, according to a new study.
Dr. Jake Burlet is CEO of Canada-based CanBiocin, a company founded in 1998 that focuses on species-specific probiotics that target animal health. Burlet spoke about the organization and its recent research during this year’s Probiota conference in Salt...
Supplementation with a blend of four probiotic strains and an amylase enzyme may boost the abundance of beneficial Saccharomyces cerevisiae 200-fold, while also decreasing potential pathogens, says a new study.
According to Bonafide Health’s Annual State of Menopause Study, women are increasingly open and vocal about menopause, but confusion and misperceptions about symptoms and treatment remain rampant.
Consumers should consult their healthcare professionals about their supplement use to ensure efficacy and safety of self-care routines, suggests a new study led by researchers from The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy.
Dietary supplementation with Sabinsa’s LactosSore probiotic may reduce the duration and frequency of diarrhea in children when given along with an oral rehydration solution and zinc, says a new study.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is among four organizations that filed an amicus brief Thursday to combat a New York law which bans the sale of weight loss and muscle building supplements to minors.
Dr Zack Abbott, founder and CEO of ZBiotics, says the science supporting probiotics is inconsistent because like a fingerprint, everyone has a unique microbiome. Instead, Abbott suggests genetically engineered probiotics.
Adding mulberry fruit extract (MFE) to carbohydrate-rich meals may reduce postprandial glucose (PPG) and insulin (PPI) responses in individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to new research.
Supplementation with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids improves recovery after exercise by reducing signs of oxidative stress, suggests a review in Nutrients.
Prominent industry law firm Amin Wasserman Gurnani (AWG) has announced that renowned FDA attorney Robert “Bob” Durkin has joined the firm as a partner and co-chair of its Regulatory Group in Washington, DC.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2024 in Salt Lake City highlighted many of the innovations happening in the prebiotics space, including how GLP-1s are impacting the category.
The Vitamin Shoppe is taking its leading proprietary brands to consumers around the world via a new global distribution partnership with leading e-commerce retailer iHerb.
Sharon Leite, the newly appointed CEO of Omni Retail Enterprises, said she is excited to take on the challenge of leading the company into a new era. Leite brings with her a wealth of experience from her previous roles, including her time as CEO of the...
The innovator of tech-driven ingredients for the health and wellness industry has partnered with Australian supplements company Blackmores to offer consumers a concentrated turmeric.
After six years of incubation as an educational and advocacy program with the American Botanical Council, the Sustainable Herbs Program (SHP) has now become the independent Sustainable Herbs Initiative.
Described as a formidable advocate for women's health, Komal Baldwa, founder of Waleria Health Tech, is a serial entrepreneur and women's health proponent. Baldwa's boldness in launching Bleu, the first vegan condom brand in India, addressed...
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) is continuing its effort to fight a New York law that imposes an age restriction on the sale of weight loss and muscle-building supplements to minors, arguing that it restricts first amendment rights.
There’s still time to register! Don’t miss the chance to hear from experts on everything from innovative delivery systems to emerging ingredients that are shaping the future of the sector and why consumer attitudes are shifting from anti-aging to well-aging.
A partnership between AI-phytonutrient pioneers Brightseed and cranberry giant Ocean Spray has identified novel compounds in cranberries that will undergo deeper clinical validation.
The recent retraction of a controversial 2013 paper that used a DNA testing methodology to allege widespread adulteration in herbal products has been welcomed by the former CEO of GNC.
Evonik’s probiotic enhances gluten digestion and promotes gut microbiota homeostasis, new research has found, providing health support for people with gluten intolerance and coeliac disease (CD).
Findings from a Korean study showed that a higher intake of prebiotic and probiotic foods was significantly associated with lower severity of anxiety symptoms.
A new report by wellbeing solutions provider Nutiani, a brand of Fonterra, says that most consumers aged 45 and older are prioritizing healthy aging but that meeting the needs of this cohort is a challenging task.
The winners of the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards will be revealed during an awards presentation at NutraIngredients-USA's Chicago HQ live on July 15. Our finalists are excited to hear the results. You should be, too!
Daily consumption of the EpiCor postbiotic in a gummy may reduce the severity of symptoms of cold and flu in children aged between 4 and 12, according to a large clinical trial by KGK Science and Cargill.
A combination of two probiotic strains may increase the activity of certain immune cells in marathon runners, says a new study from Brazil that adds to the potential immune health benefits of probiotics for endurance athletes.
Supplement prescriptions guided by artificial intelligence (AI) are more effective at lowering low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and triglycerides than those prescribed by a doctor, according to a recent pilot study reported in Nutrients.
The Editor of BMC Medicine has announced the retraction of a controversial 2013 paper that used DNA testing to allege widespread failings in herbal products.
A new synthetic review on ashwagandha (Withania somnifera, or WS) has underlined the herb’s potential for treating 'inflammaging'—persistent low-grade inflammation linked to aging.
Supplementation with a sport forming probiotic may activate the immune system to help suppress symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), says a new study from Japan.
Probiotics and postbiotics play an important role in the management of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, although research into this field is still evolving.
The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) annual scientific meeting is opening to members of the press and public next week.
Increasing dietary intake of long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, in particular docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), cuts the risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a study has found.
Supplementation with a probiotic supplement with saffron extract over six months can improve serum triglycerides in people with type 1 diabetes (DMT-1) and may be a valuable adjunct for enhancing glycemic control, according to new research.
The ink on the US Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the Chevron deference was barely dry when dietary supplements stakeholders were asking about potential implications for their industry.
Artificial intelligence poses both promise and risk to copyright and intellectual property for several fields, including the sciences, according to legal experts who spoke at a recent United Natural Products Alliance webinar.
The health of half the population has been largely ignored in research and on the shelves. However, the recent IPAWC + Probiota Americas highlighted how more brands are using gut health to tap into a range of needs–from fertility to PMS to menopause.
Supplementation with Probi’s LpHEAL9 probiotic strain may modestly reduce markers of inflammation in older adults while also conferring cognitive benefits, says a new study from Sweden.
US nutraceutical ingredient supplier Stratum Nutrition has partnered UK-based natural ingredient developer Sibelius Natural Products to bring sage extract and NEM eggshell membrane to the UK's thriving joint and brain health market.
The herb significantly improved verbal memory, visual memory and overall cognitive function for people 55 years of age and older, according to a study published in Nutrients.
A new study supports the safety and efficacy of a specific hemp-derived cannabidiol product from cbdMD, and the company remains committed to building the science behind its products with an eye on international opportunities.
As consumers continue to treat their pets like children, fads that are typically reserved for humans are now tracking in the pet category. One trend that is on the rise is pet supplements, a topic highlighted at the recent IPA World Congress + Probiota...
New research focused on the genetic underpinnings of micronutrient deficiencies has identified underlying causal relationships between micronutrients and mental health.
