Probiotics, prebiotics & postbiotics

ADM on pet supplements: ‘Everything that is visible is a concern to a pet owner’

10-Feb-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Pet ownership soared during the pandemic and pet parents became attuned to the health of their canine and feline companions. Pet supplements will soon be a billion dollar category in the US, but there remains at least one exciting white space…

NutraCast: Digging into postbiotics for dogs

10-Feb-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The in-home validation efficacy study of Cargill's EpiCor Pets postbiotic supplement for dogs captured microbiome data and pet owner insights.

Insights from Probiota 2023

Chr. Hansen hints at future synbiotic production following significant research findings

10-Feb-2023 By Olivia Brown

Adam Baker, director of science at Chr. Hansen, discussed recent in-house clinical trials observing an amplified response following administration of probiotics with HMOs, compared with pre- or probiotics given alone, at Probiota last week.

Five-strain probiotic blend may impact on bacterial vaginosis symptoms and severity, study finds

08-Feb-2023 By Will Chu

A probiotic blend can be effective in preserving or improving vaginal health, say Korean scientists as they demonstrate its role in alleviating the symptoms and severity of bacterial vaginosis (BV).

Dietary changes and probiotics prove effective in tackling obesity, study suggests

08-Feb-2023 By Will Chu

Analysis of the effects of a transitional standard diet (TSD) and probiotic supplementation found a synergistic effect on diet-induced obesity, helping to lower fat build-up and systemic inflammation.

New platform to develop next gen microbiome-safe products

06-Feb-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Synthetic chemicals have increased too rapidly over the years, jeopardizing the health of humans and the planet. Now Seed and the Swiss Institute of Allergy and Asthma are combining microbiome science and epithelial immunology knowledge to thwart these...

Study highlights role of gut microbiota in brain aging

03-Feb-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Specific members of the gut microbiota are associated with cognitive performance and mental function in middle-aged and older people, says a new study.

L. gasseri strain may support cognitive function in aged mice: Study

03-Feb-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with Lactobacillus gasseri NK109 may reduce cognitive impairment in aged mice, while also boosting expression of BDNF, says a new study.

NutraCast: Seed on synbiotics for kids and predictions for gut microbiome research

03-Feb-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Infancy is commonly recognized as a critical time period for microbiota to colonize the gut. And when it comes to adults, it seems there is a new probiotic launched everyday. But what about those in the middle? What do we know about the gut microbiomes...

Probiotics may reduce risks of overweight for children of obese mothers

02-Feb-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with probiotics for overweight or obese women during pregnancy and beyond may lower the odds of the children being overweight, says a new study from Finland.

Study: Prebiotic fiber shows promise for Type 2 diabetes support

02-Feb-2023 By Danielle Masterson

New research suggests that consistent consumption of Supergut shakes led to improvements in metabolic health, digestion, a health-related quality of life score that included sleep, mood, and energy levels, as well as a validated quality of life measure...

Tomato extract may modulate gut microbiota and reduce TMAO levels

30-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

DSM’s Fruitflow tomato extract may beneficially change the gut microbiota and reduce levels of TMAO (trimethylamine-n-oxide), a gut metabolite linked to cardiovascular disease.

NutraCast: The power of resistant starch—beyond gut health

27-Jan-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Resistant starch has received a lot of attention for its potential to exert a healthy impact on the gut and Supergut is adding to that by offering insights through its research.

5 take-aways we learned during our Business Leaders Forum

27-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

From 2022 sales numbers to consumer enthusiasm remaining high, and from progress with equality and diversity in the industry to the growth in awareness around the importance of the microbiome for health, there were lots of talking points from our 3rd...

Evonik launches targeted synbiotic solutions 'In Vivo Biotics'

27-Jan-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Evonik Industries has launched a new line of synbiotics under the brand 'In Vivo Biotics' to cater to key consumer health concerns including beauty-from-within, mental health, and gluten intolerance.

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back! Submit your entries!

25-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2023 with new categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.

Industry insights from Nizo: Bringing next generation microbes into consumer products

24-Jan-2023 By Bart Smit and Anneloes Groenenboom, Principal Scientist Fermentation and Project Manager Fermentation, Nizo

The market for beneficial microbes is increasingly diverse, with next generation probiotics and commensal bacteria being added to the possibilities. NIZO’s Bart Smit, principal scientist fermentation, and Anneloes Groenenboom, project manager fermentation,...

This Wednesday! Hear directly from the CEOs of NOW, Nouri, Pharmavite & SuperGut

23-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

From the state of the market to the impact of inflation, and from regulatory initiatives like mandatory product listing to equality and diversity in the industry, the NutraIngredients-USA’s Business Leaders Forum will dig deep into a range of industry...

The emerging opportunity for microbiome modulation to improve sleep

19-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Consumers are increasingly aware of the detrimental effects of not getting enough sleep, and emerging links between the gut microbiota and sleep present opportunities for pre-, pro-, and postbiotics in the booming natural sleep aid category.

Probiotic intake improves bowel movement in elderly with chronic constipation – study

18-Jan-2023 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of Bifidobacterium longum BB536 has been shown to improve bowel movement, specifically stool frequency, in elderly with chronic constipation, according to a four-week RCT conducted in Japan.

L. salivarius probiotic modulates vaginal microbiome to improve fertility, research concludes

17-Jan-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Administration of the probiotic L. salivarius CECT 30632 for six months led to modulation of the vaginal microbiome and improved fertility health, according to a study involving 74 women.

Top 3 digestive trends for 2023, according to Comet

16-Jan-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The report offers new insights into the shifting consumer preferences and the expectations for digestive health.

Review highlights ‘huge potential for postbiotics as the extension direction of probiotics’

16-Jan-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new review comparing the available evidence for the efficacy of probiotics and postbiotics highlights the favourable stability and shelf life of postbiotics, but an observed “weaker influence”.

Probiotic strain may help manage CVD risks

16-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Consumption of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum Inducia may exert cardio-metabolic benefits in healthy adults, according to data from two parallel-armed, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies.

Bifido probiotic strain may help with slimming for overweight people: RCT

13-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Three months of supplementation with a specific probiotic strain may reduce body fat levels, and improve body weight and BMI compared to placebo, says a new study from Korea.

Study: Pig skin collagen peptide and iron bond to treat iron deficiency anemia

12-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

A combination of pig skin collagen peptide and iron (PSCP-Fe) could treat iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) by modulating intestinal flora, according to a recent study.

Heights introduces Smart Probiotic into growing braincare category

11-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

Braincare startup Heights has added a second product, a bundle of tried-and-true probiotic strains to support mood, stress response, immunity and gut health all at once.

Probiotic from earthworm intestine shows obesity prevention potential in mice

10-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

Brevibacillus laterosporus BL1 prevents obesity and modulates gut microbiota in mice fed a high-fat diet (HFD), according to a recent study published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition.

Kaneka Probiotics takes on precision probiotics

09-Jan-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The company is seeing success in recent studies and are ramping up for an exciting new study in women’s health.

NutraCast: Supergut undergoes 'brand therapy', shifts from DTC to content

06-Jan-2023 By Danielle Masterson

In 2011, Google conducted its landmark study that found that 88% of shoppers use what's known as a Zero Moment of Truth — a stage in the buying cycle where a consumer researches a product before buying it. This study is a key reference point in the...

Bruce Brown appointed as Kerry VP of Supplements in North America

05-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Kerry has announced that Bruce Brown will become its VP of Supplements in North America, leading the company’s ingredients portfolio business in the US and Canada.

Lallemand’s HA-114 probiotic strain shows neuroprotective promise

03-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

Fatty acids derived from the probiotic Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus HA-114 suppress age-dependent neurodegeneration, according to a recent study from the CHUM Research Center at the University of Montreal.

Probiotic may boost cognitive function in healthy older people: RCT

03-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with Bifidobacterium longum BB68S may improve measures of cognitive function, including memory and attention, in older people, says a new study.

Probiotic yogurt may ease common cold symptoms in healthy adults: RCT

21-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of a probiotic yogurt may decrease symptoms of the common cold and improve immune parameters in healthy people, says a new study from Japan’s Megmilk Snow Brand.

Year end review IPA 2022

Guest Article: The Year of Transition; securing the winds of change responsibly.

19-Dec-2022 By George Paraskevakos, MBA, IPA Executive Director

As an observer of the dietary supplement industry for close to 20 years, it always felt we are shifting to accommodate “Winds of Change". There are always new concepts and ingredients which capture our attention even if it is for a small moment in...

BC30 boosts amino acid absorption from plant protein concentrate: Study

19-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with the probiotic BC30 may increase amino acid absorption from plant protein concentrates in healthy older women, says a new study.

Mediating pre-diabetes with synbiotics: study

14-Dec-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Research suggests that a novel synbiotic supplement comprising Bacillus subtilis and L-alanyl-L-glutamine (Ala-Gln) can improve glucose parameters and generate weight loss in individuals with pre-diabetes.

Kerry partners Kameda Seika to distribute rice-derived postbiotic in US and Europe

13-Dec-2022 By Nikki Hancocks

Taste and nutrition giant Kerry has announced a new commercial agreement with Japan-based Kameda Seika, to market and distribute the company’s rice-derived postbiotic exclusively in the Americas and Europe across a range of applications.

'A fantastic event': 6 reasons to attend NutraIngredients-USA’s Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2023

12-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2023 is just two months away! Bridging the science and business of the sports and active nutrition categories, SANS is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…

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We want to hear from you! NutraIngredients-USA survey assesses state of industry

07-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Are your supply chain challenges easing? Did you have to reformulate products because of ingredient shortages? Which ingredients will burn brightest in 2023? Will we see a renewed push for mandatory product listing for dietary supplements?

Myrkl pre-drinking pill enters US market ahead of festive season

02-Dec-2022 By Asia Sherman

Swedish probiotic company de Faire Medical has launched its pre-drinking supplement Myrkl in the United States just in time for the end-of-year holidays.

FREE Webinar: Postbiotics - New tools for microbiome modulation

30-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Postbiotics are establishing themselves as a strong weapon in the arsenal for modulating the microbiome. There is wholesale excitement about the science and potential health benefits for these preparations, and how these ingredients may offer more formulation...

LC40 probiotic significantly reduces gastrointestinal infections in C-section infants

29-Nov-2022 By Asia Sherman

A probiotic isolated from human breast milk may reduce gastrointestinal infections in infants born by Cesarean section by up to 73%, according to recent review published in the Frontiers in Pediatrics journal.

Novozymes OneHealth builds on parent company’s strategic vision

21-Nov-2022 By Hank Schultz

Novozymes, a long time player in industrial enzyme applications, has launched a consumer facing health division that becomes an instant heavy hitter in the category. The head of the division gave NutraIngredients-USA a peek behind the curtain.

PS23 probiotic speeds muscle damage recovery after exercise: Study

18-Nov-2022 By Asia Sherman

Live and heat-killed Lactobacillus paracasei PS23 – a probiotic strain isolated from the feces of healthy humans – may improve physical performance and recovery following exercise-induced muscle damage, suggests a new study.

Friends with microbial benefits

14-Nov-2022 By Danielle Masterson

New research highlights the connections between social behavior, microbiome composition and health.

GPA works to defend meaning of ‘prebiotic’ even as new ingredient technology muddies waters

10-Nov-2022 By Hank Schultz

Dilution of the prebiotic message is a concern for the category even as it grows, a trade organization official says. And new methods of constructing prebiotic molecules could further complicate the issue, another expert says.

Sports & Active Nutrition Summit: Early bird discount expires this week

10-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With expert speakers confirmed from GNC, NOW, Advanced.gg, Floyds of Leadville, cbdMD, JSchall Consulting, TYM Performance, SPINS, NYU Tisch Institute for Global Sport, and more, the upcoming Sports & Active Nutrition Summit is not to be missed.

IFF Health unveils new health concepts for women

10-Nov-2022 By Danielle Masterson

It’s no secret that women have long been underserved by the health and wellness industry, but if you walked the SupplySide West floor, you may have noticed a shift. More and more companies are introducing cutting-edge products for women, including IFF...

NemaLife builds nematode-based ingredient screening pipeline for rapid, affordable, and actionable results

10-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The whole organism assay platform is helping companies explore novel ingredients for health and lifespan, weight management, cognitive health, muscle health, and more.