Cognitive function

Hangover cures keep coming despite FDA action

06-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

Despite a recent FDA enforcement action, bringing hangover products to market with provocative claims continues to be a siren call for the dietary supplement industry.

M&A ferment continues in CBD space with new deals

04-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

The tide of acquisition and diversification in the hemp/CBD space continues to rise with two deals announced recently.

Omega-3s may protect brains in American Football athletes

29-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

High-dose omega-3 supplements may give NCAA American Football athletes protection from repetitive head injury as well as conferring cardiovascular benefits, suggests a new study.

Dark chocolate may alter gut microbiome, improve mood: RCT

24-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming an 85% cocoa dark chocolate significantly altered the diversity of the gut microbiome and improved mood in a randomized controlled trial with healthy young adults.

HealthyCell gets $1.5 cash injection amid rapid growth

20-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The company attributes success to its unique, pill-free delivery system.

PEA supplements may help people fall asleep and boost cognition on waking: Study

20-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Eight weeks of supplementation with palmitoylethanolamide, an endocannabinoid-like molecule, may improve sleep measures in healthy adults, according to results of a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study.

Dr Rob Wildman to launch sports nutrition brand: ‘It’s my opus’

16-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

After decades with some of the most respected brands in sports nutrition, Dr Rob Wildman has ventured out on his own and his new brand is an embodiment of his commitment to the field and his pursuit of quality. “I want to take the guesswork out of taking...

Elderberry supplement sales skyrocketed to $320 million in 2020: ABC report

15-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Sales of herbal supplements in the US grew by a record-breaking 17.3% in 2020, with elderberry supplements surging to almost $320 million in the combined mainstream and natural channels.

Verdure highlights several updates at SupplySide East

14-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Kristen Marshall, digital marketing manager took some time off the show floor to discuss all the new happenings with Verdure Sciences.

NutraCast: Nature’s Bounty on Brain HP for esports athletes

10-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The increasing interest in boosting and maintaining brain health is driving product demand all over the world, as consumers look for supplements to help improve memory, focus, mood, sleep, creativity, and other brain functions.

Spermidine supplements may boost cognitive performance: Human data

08-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Oral supplementation with spermidine may boost cognitive performance in older people, with the most pronounced effects observed in those with mild dementia, says a new study from Austria.

News in brief

Bionap self-affirms GRAS status for standardized grape extract

07-Sep-2021

Italy’s Bionap Bioactive Natural Products has announced it has self-affirmed the GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status of its CogniGrape standardized grape extract for use as a source of dietary polyphenols and/or as an antioxidant for use in food...

Probiotic Akkermansia strain may protect against cognitive dysfunction

31-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A specific strain of Akkermansia muciniphila may reverse the detrimental cognitive effects of a high-fat, high-cholesterol (HFHC) diet, including for measures of working memory and recognition, says a new study in rats.

ABC article highlights purslane’s long history of use as Chinese researchers uncover additional constituents of plant

26-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

A recent article shined a light on the history and use of purslane, a legacy botanical that has been somewhat obscure but which has generated significant recent research interest.

Nootropics startup ramps up scientific backing with new funds

24-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A nootropics supplements startup company is looking to ramp up production and increase its scientific backing after closing a second successful funding round.

GMO plant-based omega-3 approved as NDI

23-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

Nuseed Nutritional US has announced its omega-3 ingredient derived from a genetically modified canola strain has successfully completed a New Dietary Ingredient Notification with FDA.

Synthetic astaxanthin marketer suspends financial reporting

18-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

Cardax, a Hawaiian company that has been trying to market a synthetic form of astaxanthin, appears to be on the financial ropes.

Study finds probiotic helps subjects keep calm in face of stress

18-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

A study has found that a probiotic strain lessened stress among young Japanese men taking a validated test as measured by an endocrine system response.

New research will place D-ribose atop ‘mitochondrial health’ pyramid, expert says

17-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

Thirty years after the launch of Bioenergy Ribose, the ingredient’s manufacturer says new research is expanding the view of its effects in the cell. This could lead to a new ‘mitochondrial health’ category, with D-ribose as one of the key players, a...

Anti anxiety beverage cited by FDA over claims, phenibut use

16-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

The maker of a beverage claiming to treat anxiety disorders has received a warning letter form the US Food and Drug Administration for both alleged drug claims and the inclusion of an illegal dietary ingredient.

CV Sciences’ Q2 revenue rebounds after challenging Q1

13-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

CBD products manufacturer CV Sciences has recorded quarter-on-quarter increases in revenue, with increasing retail distribution and a “strong” innovation pipeline leading to bullish predictions for the rest of 2022.

FDA rejects two NDI filings on full spectrum hemp extracts

11-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

The US Food and Drug Administration has rejected two New Dietary Ingredient Notifications for CBD ingredients. Industry stakeholders said the fact of the rejections and some of wording used in the letters makes it clear that new legislation is likely...

New OmniActive CEO says he follows example of famous football coach

10-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

New OmniActive CEO Mark Dewis said he takes a cue from a legendary football coach when thinking about how to take the legacy ingredient supplier to the next level.

Study finds probiotic alleviates depression and improves sleep

05-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New research has found a probiotic supplement to be helpful in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as improving sleep quality in healthy adults.

News in brief

Health Canada issues two NPNs for Natural Remedies’ BacoMind

03-Aug-2021

Natural Remedies has been issued with two Natural Product Numbers (NPN) from Health Canada for its BacoMind ingredient for cognitive support.

Contact with biohacking community led supplement firm down rebranding road

30-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Participating in a biohacking conference led a longtime niche supplement company down a road toward a full rebrand.

Brightseed CEO: ‘We’re building an unparalleled database around plant compounds’

29-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

With a pipeline of novel phytonutrients targeting endpoints such as liver health, cognitive function, and blood sugar management and key partnerships with the likes of Danone and Pharmavite, it’s easy to understand why Brightseed is our Start-up of the...

Guest Article

The gut's impact on a good night's sleep

27-Jul-2021 By Guus Kortman, Gut Microbiologist, and Andrei Prodan, Data Scientist at Nizo

With sleep being rated as a top health priority for consumers across the globe in 2021, NutraIngredients speaks to an expert about the research linking the gut microbiome to this health goal.

Research reveals Gen Zs want healthy snacks that prioritise their mental health instead of calories

27-Jul-2021 By Gill Hyslop

Research commissioned by EIT Food has found that young Europeans want an overhaul of how they access, discuss and learn about healthy food.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards: Meet the Products of the Year!

26-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Independent expert judges recruited by NutraIngredients-USA scored the entries on five parameters: demand, application and design, scientific merit, commercial success, and innovation and differentiation.

US Military supplement use ‘increasing over time’: Study

26-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Overall use of dietary supplements continues to increase over time in all branches of the US military, says a new survey that shows that 74% of service members reported using at least one supplement at least once a week.

Patients in ICU do better with more CoQ10, study suggests

22-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new study suggests that higher blood levels of CoQ10 could improve outcomes for patients treated for severe trauma.

Reckitt Benckiser surrenders probiotics, DHA claims for infant product

22-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Nestlé has scored a point against competitor Reckitt Benckiser by inducing it to drop claims for the probiotic and DHA content of one of its infant formulas.

Verdure Science makes it three in a row with Nutrition Research Award win

22-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Indiana-based Verdure Science maintained its grip on the NutraIngredients-USA Awards Nutrition Research Project category with its third win in three years.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards: Meet the Ingredients of the Year!

21-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The Ingredient of the Year categories honored the best and the brightest across a range of health endpoints, including beauty-from-within, cognition, healthy aging, prebiotic, sports nutrition, and weight management.

HR exec: ‘Competition for talent across virtually all disciplines is as intense as I have seen it during my career’

13-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Turnover of employees across the US is increasing, presenting companies with the challenge of recruiting. In the second of our two articles on the changing HR landscape, NutraIngredients-USA explores the challenges of recruiting good people in a competitive...

Researchers find Griffonia supplies holding steady, but information gaps are major concern

12-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

The demand for mood support supplements based on 5-HTP has raised concern about the sustainability of the botanical Griffonia simplicifolia, the source of the ingredient. The authors of a recent paper said more information is needed to make sure the...

HR exec: ‘In 20+ years, I’ve never experienced a labor market as fluid & as unpredictable as the current market’

12-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

As the US economy surges back, many industries are bracing themselves for a tsunami of employee turnover. In the first of our two articles on the changing HR landscape, NutraIngredients-USA explores the challenges of staff retention and how the dietary...

Subscription model forces Purity Products to focus on quality, efficacy, exec claims

07-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Focusing on products that consumers want for the long haul and providing formulas that provide measurable benefits are what have helped Purity Products succeed long term, according to a company official.

‘Full spectrum CBD’ means being honest about the THC content, manufacturer says

06-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Not shying away from the THC content is the best way to offer a ‘full spectrum’ CBD product, a Kentucky-based manufacturer advocates.

Omega-3 rich diet may aid in reducing migraine-linked headaches, study finds

02-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

A diet rich in omega 3 (n-3) fatty acids could reduce the number of headaches in those suffering from migraines, a study states, as researchers points to related molecules that aid in alleviating pain.

Ghost lands deal with The Vitamin Shoppe

01-Jul-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The Vitamin Shoppe has announced a national retail partnership with the disruptive sports nutrition brand.

Multi-component supplement may ease negative impacts of stress: RCT

01-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of magnesium with vitamins B6, B9, and B12 plus extracts from rhodiola and green tea may promote a relaxed state and reduce stress perception, says a new study from Europe.

Higher magnesium levels linked to lower hostility in young Americans

30-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The dose-dependent association between higher magnesium levels and lower hostility in young American adults was even more pronounced among those with higher omega-3 intakes, report researchers in the journal Nutrition Research.

OmniActive presents new studies in energy, cognition, weight management, & eye health

28-Jun-2021 By Emily Jarecki

Further substantiating the claims behind its ingredients, OmniActive Health Technologies presented multiple new studies at the recent American Society of Nutrition Conference.

Private Equity group Siparex takes minority stake in Pharmactive

28-Jun-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The French PE group will help ramp up the biotech firm’s plans for rapid growth and expansion.

Superfoods brand debuts based on adaptogenic fungal ingredients

28-Jun-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new superfoods player has debuted built around a set of ‘hero’ fungal ingredients and a team that the CEO says has decades of CPG industry experience.

KGK Science CEO: Pandemic put transition to virtual trials into hyperdrive

23-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

The pandemic has forced contract research organizations like KGK Science to be more efficient and creative and has put the transition to virtual clinical trials into ‘hyperdrive’, says the CRO’s CEO.

Saffron reduces psychological symptoms of menopause, researchers say

17-Jun-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A new randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study has revealed the positive effects of saffron extract on the psychological symptoms associated with perimenopause.

TODAY: IPAWC + Probiota Americas 2021 continues with emerging health endpoints & changing retail landscape

15-Jun-2021 By Stephen Daniells

From daily dietary microbe intake recommendations to emerging health endpoints like PCOS and weight management, and understanding the changing retail landscape, the exceptional content at the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas Digital Summit continues...