Researchers flag probiotics’ potential to enhance vaccine efficacy
A study review has revealed the gut microbiota can influence immune responses to vaccinations, suggesting probiotics could be potentially attractive interventions to improve vaccine efficacy. “There is strong evidence from…
Beef protein powder challenges whey-dominated market with paleo offering
Hypoallergenic food and supplement retailer Tailor Made Nutrition has unveiled its Ultimate Paleo Protein. The soluble grass-fed beef powder is positioned as a dairy-free alternative to whey protein in sports…
Trinity College’s new research center to unlock bioactives’ supplement potential
A new research hub at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, called NatPro Centre, aims to advance research into naturally derived products to deliver human health benefits. The center will identify key…
NatureBox partners with snack brands for “curated wellness” offerings
US-based wellness snack brand and subscription box service NatureBox has unveiled its NatureBox Partner Market. This is an online curated line-up of wellness snacks and beverages positioned to offer more…
Lehvoss Nutrition adds Ayurvedic extract to portfolio of Verdure Sciences’ natural ingredients
Lehvoss Nutrition is adding Tinofend to its natural ingredient product range from Verdure Sciences. Tinofend is a proprietary Tinospora cordifolia extract that has been standardized to active polysaccharides and has…
Vitamins and minerals: Blurring lines between supplements and functional F&B
The pandemic has driven vitamins and minerals to the top of consumers’ minds, with new delivery formats proliferating. As pill fatigue sweeps the nutraceutical sector, innovative delivery formats are piquing…
FDA orders seizure of US$1.3M kratom supplements, citing public health threats
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seizing approximately US$1.3 million worth of dietary supplement products containing botanical ingredient kratom (Mitragyna speciosa), after determining they pose a potential threat…
Eat Beyond CEO flags hemp and adaptogens’ potential for functional beverages
Mindful consumption has led to “tremendous” opportunity within functional beverages for the health and wellness category. This is according to Patrick Morris, CEO of Eat Beyond Global, who speaks with…
Ingestible beauty tomato extract Lumenato protects skin from type III collagen damage
New research indicates Lycored’s ingestible tomato extract Lumenato can help prevent the loss of type III collagen. This form of collagen, which is critical for skin health, decreases in response…
Lesaffre strengthens global vitamin K2 presence with NattoPharma acquisition
Lesaffre has completed its takeover of NattoPharma, in a move pegged to strengthen Gnosis by Lesaffre’s presence in the global human nutrition and health market. Nutrition Insight - Read More