Health Conditions / Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management

Artemis International Begins Portfolio Expansion with Fenuflakes

The fenugreek seed ingredient offers formulators an option that’s high in fiber and protein, while low in fat and carbohydrates.

04.09.24

Tagatose Becomes First NutraStrong Prebiotic Verified Sweetener and Ingredient

The monosaccharide received third-party verification for meeting NutraStrong’s standards of prebiotic activity.

03.18.24

Cinnamon Supplements May Offer Blood Sugar Benefits

In obese and overweight prediabetic individuals, cinnamon appeared to reduce blood glucose after four weeks of treatment.

02.01.24

GNC Launches New Weight Loss/Blood Sugar Support Supplement

Total Lean Glucatrim is formulated to reduce weight while maintaining lean muscle mass, while supporting healthy blood sugar.

01.22.24

Functional Powerhouses: Nutrition Bars Evolve to Meet Today’s Trends

As snacks with functional ingredients outperform other foods, consumers expect to find health benefits from a variety of product options.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 01.22.24

Tocotrienol Supplementation May Aid Liver Function in Diabetes, MASL Patients

A pilot trial on 34 participants found that treatment with tocotrienols was associated with improved liver enzymes, fatty liver, and liver stiffness.

12.04.23

Ingredion Invests In PureCircle Stevia Production Capacity

Quadrupling the bioconversion technology’s output will enable the company to meet demand for Reb M and other steviol glycosides.

11.15.23

New Nutrition Business Highlights Emerging Interest In Blood Sugar Management

Beyond the context of diabetes, health-motivated consumers are cued in to the role of blood sugar in metabolism, weight, mood, and hormones.

11.08.23

Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals

SolvEat Introduces Botanical Blend for Blood Sugar Support

The food technology company will debut its first proof of concept in a functional chocolate product at Fi Europe in Frankfurt.

11.07.23

Key Trends in Functional Foods for 2024

Young people in particular are hungry for health benefits from food. As nutrition ‘rules’ change and need-states evolve, new business opportunities emerge.

By Julian Mellentin, New Nutrition Business 11.01.23

Botanical Extract Linked to Beneficial Effect on Blood Glucose Markers in Prebiabetes

Gencor’s Ivy Gourd Extract Gencinia significantly reduced fasting and postprandial glucose over the course of 12 weeks.

10.19.23

Eriomin Associated with Improved Microbiota in People with Prediabetes

The blend of citrus flavonoids reduced growth of various bacteria associated with obesity, prediabetic factors, and digestive health issues.

10.03.23

Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals

D2C Supplement Brand Launches Blood Sugar Support Supplement, Gluco-Control

The new multi-ingredient product by Touchstone Essentials contains a plant-based enzyme evidenced to convert glucose molecules from food into resistant starch.

09.29.23