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A new paper outlining the classification of postbiotics into four distinct subcategories and a series of manuscripts on prebiotics are just some of the fruits of the labor of the International Probiotics Association in 2025.
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are most associated with infants, but emerging science shows that the benefits may extend through the lifespan with protective effects against inflammation and cardiovascular health.
As chronic stress, processed diets and environmental insults reshape our inner ecosystems, the business and science of the microbiome is turning to targeted microbial interventions that might help repair the biological wear-and-tear of modern living.
ZBiotics—the company behind the first genetically engineered probiotic on the market —has launched its second probiotic product that converts sugar in the diet into prebiotic fiber.
William Reed has finalized an agreement to acquire IPC from CLS Consulting, strengthening its commitment to the microbiome-focused scientific community.
The 10th anniversary edition of Probiota Americas is less than a week away! There’s still time to register for the leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics and microbiome community in North America. Here’s what to expect in Vancouver…
Day 3 of the 10th anniversary edition of Probiota Americas will feature an extensive state of the market session, with consumer insights, a spotlight on innovation and a panel on the current and future of investment in the microbiome. The event is less...
Day 2 of the 10th anniversary edition of Probiota Americas starts with a session on weight management and ends with a blockbuster panel on the regulatory landscape in the United States and Canada. The event is less than a month away so don’t wait to...
The 10th edition of Probiota Americas is less than a month away with must-see speakers on Day 1 including Professor Jack Gilbert, Dr. Nikos Kyrpides, Dr. Lars Bode, Dr. Gabby Tender, Dr. Koen Venema and more!
Chicago-based Hydrosome Labs was formed in 2019 when CEO Paul Gadbut, along with a small group of investors, acquired the rights to a promising nanotechnology and a portfolio of early-stage patents.
French biotech start-up Nūmi is on a mission to recreate the benefits of human breast milk in vitro through cell cultivation.
Zurich-based biotech start-up Trilliome is pioneering precision prebiotics derived from lesser-known plants to target specific bacterial strains in the gut microbiome linked to brain, digestive and immune health.
“I’m excited by the surge in prebiotic interest and how consumers are expanding its role beyond digestion,” says Alyssa Williams, food and beverage category insights manager at Spate.
NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce Hydrosome Labs, Numi and Trilliome as this year’s Probiota Americas Pioneers.
With so little data available on the gut microbiomes of low- and middle-income countries, a new population study provides insight into the diverse gut metagenomes of rural, peri-urban and urban Africa.
NutraIngredients is looking for state-of-the-art developments in the science of probiotics, prebiotics and postbiotics, and the hottest microbiome start-ups to join the Probiota Americas program in Vancouver, June 9-11.
Daily supplementation of 2′-Fucosyllactose (2′-FL) reduces body fat percentage and lessens the loss of fat-free mass in overweight individuals participating in a 12-week diet and exercise program.
NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the dates for the 10th anniversary edition of Probiota Americas, described by one recent attendee as “one of the finest, most balanced events in the supplement industry globally.”
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 products.
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 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.
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...
A panel at the recent IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas discussed ways to better engage the healthcare practitioner community in all things -biotics, with three main takeaways.
At the recent IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas event in Salt Lake City, market research firm FMCG Gurus presented the current biotics landscape, painting a picture of a consumer base focused on day-to-day needs and value for money.
Last week inquisitive members of industry took to Salt Lake City for the landmark DSHEA Summit, Where DSHEA pioneers and key stakeholders discussed the past, present and future of the US dietary supplements industry.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is just five days away. Don’t wait to register your attendance for this world-class program in Salt Lake City!
Day 2 of the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas starts with an opening keynote from renowned microbiome research Prof. Rob Knight and finishes with a panel discussion around the healthcare practitioner opportunity. The event is less than a week away...
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is less than a week away. Don’t wait to register your attendance for this world-class program in Salt Lake City!
In her role at the International Probiotics Association (IPA) and as president of Microbiome Experts, Sandra Saville, RD, educates, communicates and translates the science surrounding gut health.
Leading national retailers will take the stage at the upcoming IPAWC + Probiota Americas to share insights and best practices around quality initiatives and compliance.
AI pioneers Brightseed will present its new Forager AI Benchmarks and expanded microbiome discovery programs at the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota America 2024 in Salt Lake City.
The health of half the population has been largely ignored in research and on shelves, however, the biotic market suggests a revolution is underway.
More pet parents are turning to biotics to supplement the health of their animal companions as understanding of the connection between gut health and immunity continues to expand.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2024 is just two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce BIOMILQ, HelloBiome and Preebio as our 2024 Probiota Americas Pioneers for the upcoming Probiota Americas (June 10-12).
The speaker roster for the IPAWC + Probiota Americas is filling up, and we can confirm that renowned microbiome research professor Rob Knight has confirmed his participation to speak at the event in Salt Lake City.
Registration is open for the DSHEA Summit, a landmark event bringing together the architects of the law and leading industry voices, including current and former FDA officials.
We are pleased to reveal the first wave of speakers confirmed for the IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas, the must-attend conference bridging the business and science of microbiome modulation for human health.
With topics covering women’s health, prebiotics, healthcare practitioners, companion animals and much more, the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is not to be missed.
NutraIngredients-USA is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Pioneers session and present their company in Salt Lake City.
Deadline for entry is March 22, 2024!
Are you researching the latest state-of-the-art developments related to prebiotic, probiotic, postbiotic and microbiome science relevant to human health, well-being, consumers and industry? If so, we would like to hear from you!
“Most of us don’t even want to think about dying, getting frail, losing vitality, closing our eyes for the last time, but one thing’s for sure – it’s coming. The question is when. How many years will you get out of your body? And do we even have any say...
Four SKUs are now on the shelves at the retail supergiant nationwide.
From prenatals to menopause, the gut health company wants to empower women to fill in nutrient gaps by supporting their microbiomes.
Startup Spotlight
Founded in 2018 by Austrian entrepreneurs Helmut Essl and Alexander Schütz, SlimBiotics has introduced a novel plant-based probiotic to address the ballooning global overweight and obesity epidemic.
As consumers get more comfortable with probiotics for gut health, “probiotics plus” is emerging as a key motif. The idea of probiotics for mood support, or psychobiotics, is picking up steam as growing research shows the digestive aids hold promise for...
From skin to gut health, postbiotics are rising in the ranks—poised to make a big splash as key microbiome modulators. While scientists are just scratching the surface on how these ingredients work, experts explain that’s what makes this category so...
UK-based Enbiosis Biotechnologies presented its novel microbiome modulation research last week at Probiota Americas after taking top honors as the conference’s Scientific Frontiers winner.
Probiota Americas is just over two weeks away. With key scientific and business insights into microbiome modulation to support women’s health, LBPs, and quorum sensing, don’t wait to register!
Probiota Americas is just over two weeks away. With key scientific insights into the category’s most disruptive technology – A.I., CRISPR, and -omics – and a look at the microbiomes of centenarians, don’t wait to register!