Nutraceuticals World

FrieslandCampina Launches Biotis Immune Health Ingredient

The new dairy-derived lactoferrin ingredient can be used in a variety of formulations.

01.21.21

Ingredient Manufacturers Discuss the E-Sports Market

Companies on the cusp of a new clientele seeking novel health and performance benefits discuss the advent of the E-sports nutrition market.

01.20.21

Breaking News | Marine Nutraceuticals | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Supplier News

Aker BioMarine Expands Krill Portfolio with Novel Protein Hydrolysate

Rapid absorption, excellent solubility, a high mineral composition, and a well-balanced amino acid profile are key properties of INVI.

01.18.21

NIH Study Identifies Antibacterial Properties in Taurine

The amino acid helps the gut “recall” prior infections to kill invading bacteria, the authors of the study said.

01.15.21

EverGrain Introduces Sustainable Barley Ingredients

Backed by Anheuser-Busch InBev, the company specializes in fiber and protein ingredients sourced from upcycled barley.

01.14.21

Physicians Committee Calls on USDA to Retract Latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans

The non-profit health organization believes research linking animal products to cancer risk was overlooked.

01.08.21

High-Protein Meal Replacement Improves Exercise Metabolism Compared to Standard Breakfast

The authors observed significant differences in fat oxidation, hunger suppression, and metabolic profile post-exercise.

01.05.21

Obesity Shown to Heighten Cancer Risk by Impairing Immune Function

A new in vitro study showed that cancer cells outcompete immune cells for fuel when mice were exposed to a high-fat diet.

12.17.20

Study Finds Glucosamine Supplements May Reduce All-Cause Mortality As Much as Regular Exercise

The researchers don’t encourage taking a supplement in lieu of physical activity, but certainly find the apparent benefits intriguing.

12.16.20

Ergothioneine Study Reveals Signs of Possible Healthy Aging Benefit

This amino acid helps preserve telomere length, which shortens with aging and oxidative stress.

12.11.20

Brain Health: A Mysterious Frontier

Despite many unknowns, nutrition has a clear role in protecting and optimizing the most critical organ at every life stage.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 12.04.20

2021 International Buyers' Guide

An annual reference of companies supplying nutraceutical ingredients, products, and services around the world.

Compiled by Nutraceuticals World Staff 12.04.20

Gelita Acquires Majority Stake in Turkish Gelatin Manufacturer

SelJel is the first Turkish gelatin producer supplying international customers with materials used for edible, pharmaceutical, and technical purposes.

12.03.20

Study Finds Microbiome Benefits from Probiotic DE111 in Daycare-Attending Children

The study suggested a greater diversity of bacteria associated with immune and inflammatory regulation.

12.01.20

Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Quality & Safety | Sports Nutrition | Testing

Sports Nutrition in 2020: From ‘Clean’ to Compliant

Leaders in this marketplace offered a play-by-play on innovation, research, compliance, and more at AHPA’s Sports Nutrition Congress.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.09.20

Functional Foods & Beverages | Green Foods | Immune Function | Mood Health & Sleep | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Key Trends in Functional Foods & Beverages for 2021

If you want to succeed in the business of food and health, reinventing traditional foods will give you the greatest chance of success, as it has done for years.

By Julian Mellentin, Director, New Nutrition Business 11.09.20

NPA Requests Amendment for Calorie-Free Labeling on BCAA Products

The trade association cited rising incidence of litigation against businesses working with the ingredient for reasons it deems frivolous.

11.05.20

Arla Foods Predicts Trend of High-Protein Iced Tea

The benefits of tea and protein are each highly sought-after by a wide range of wellness consumers, the whey protein isolates supplier said.

10.26.20

Wellness Company for Gamers Launches First Line of Products

A number of nutritional needs affect the performance and health of those undergoing long video gaming sessions.

10.12.20

Review Discusses Anti-Hypertensive Properties of Rice Bran Peptides

This plant-based source of peptides is conventionally considered a waste byproduct in the processing of this grain.

10.09.20

FrieslandCampina Ingredients Launches GOS Ingredient for Sleep Support

Galacto-oligosaccharides are common in infant nutrition formulations but can offer benefits through all stages of life.

10.02.20

Bioiberica's b-2cool Ingredient Shown to Improve Joint Mobility In Vivo

The native type II collagen ingredient was shown to improve joint physiology in a rabbit model of osteoarthritis.

10.01.20

ADM Expands Proteins with Textured Wheat and Pea

The new plant proteins are formulated to improve the texture and density of meat alternatives.

10.01.20

Lonza Launches Sports-Formulated Probiotic

Isolated from Taiwanese Kimchi, this bacterial strain is believed to modulate the gut microbiome to improve energy metabolism.

09.16.20

PepsiCo to Launch Functional Beverage Formulated for Sleep

Driftwell’s primary ingredients are the amino acid L-theanine and magnesium.

09.15.20

HMB Mitigates Age-Related Muscle Loss, Researchers Conclude

This leucine metabolite, when combined with vitamin D3, preserved muscle mass in aging participants, even without exercise.

09.11.20

Mood in the Time of COVID-19

In turbulent times, natural products are more sought-after than ever before by the stressed and the sleepless.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.08.20

The Big Picture: Weight Wellness Trends

Consumers continue to tip the scales at a time when health hangs in the balance.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.08.20

U.K. Company Debuts Blood Pressure Maintenance Supplement

ProBiotix Health’s formula combines its patented probiotic strain LPLDL with Thiamine (vitamin B1), L-Arginine, and Coenzyme Q10.

09.07.20

Gelatin Trade Associations Coalesce to Form Global Group

The Gelatin Representatives of the World (GROW) is comprised of gelatin associations from four different continents.

09.02.20

Nitrosigine Supplement Shown to Improve Cognitive Performance Post-Exercise

Researchers increasingly look to mental stamina as an important aspect of exercise performance.

09.02.20

Bone & Joint Health | Consumer Trends | Healthy Aging | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Skin Health

Keeping Up with Collagen and Beauty

Experts discuss how collagen companies can best capitalize on ‘active beauty’ and other nutricosmetic trends.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor, Nutraceuticals World 09.01.20

Merit Functional Foods Partners with Bunge to Bring Pea and Canola Protein to Market

The partnership will accelerate the construction and commissioning of Merit’s extraction facility.

08.28.20

Breaking News | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Research | Research News | Sports Nutrition

Whey Uniquely Benefits Post-Eccentric Exercise Muscle Damage

Eccentric exercises intensively focus on muscles as they lengthen, not as they contract.

08.27.20

Researchers Optimize Sleep Ingredient Combination in Crossover Trial

The authors of the study said the formula had effects similar to pharmaceutical interventions, without any of the unwanted side effects.

08.25.20

Breaking News | Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Industry & Market News | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Plant-Based Brand KOS Secures $2.1 Million in Funding Round

Company has seen a 271% increase in sales between July 2019 and July 2020.

08.25.20

NOW Raises Additional Concerns About Supplements Available on Amazon

Following reports of labeling and quality problems on CoQ10 and SAMe, NOW is raising the alarm on Phosphatidyl Serine products.

08.12.20

Arla Foods Launches First Organic Protein of its Kind

The company’s organic micellar casein isolate is also its first organic ingredient.

08.10.20

Breaking News | Eye Health | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Research News

Low-Carb Diet Associated with Reduced Risk of Common Form of Glaucoma

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the U.S.

08.06.20

Cognition in a Capsule: The Rising Tide of Nootropics

Fascination is quickly growing for products and ingredients promising heightened focus, resilience, and more.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 07.30.20

Nestlé Launches Line of Sustainable, Plant-based Protein Bars

Yes! Snack Bars contain 10 grams of protein from a combination of nuts and peas.

07.27.20

Carnosyn Discusses the Mood Benefits of Beta-Alanine Supplementation

This amino acid has been shown to have a positive effect on mood in several animal studies looking at models of stress.

07.23.20

Royal DSM, Avril Form Joint Venture for Plant-Based Protein

The two companies have finalized their partnership and will begin construction on a manufacturing facility in Dieppe, France.

07.16.20

Kewpie Announces Clinical Findings on Hyaluronic Acid Supplement

Hyabest (S) LF-P was shown to have multifaceted skin health benefits in the most recent 12-week, placebo-controlled trial.

07.13.20

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News | Mergers & Acquisitions | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Sonoma Acquires Chef’s Cut Real Jerky Co.

Continued expansion follows the company’s recent purchase of KRAVE jerky company.

07.09.20

Ancient Nutrition Debuts Line of Fermented Collagen Capsules

Fermented collagen results in smaller peptides that are ‘pre-digested’ by microorganisms for faster, easier absorption, according to the company.

07.07.20

Getting Ahead of the Curve: Food as Medicine

More consumers are looking for specific health benefits from their purchases, compared to passive messages like ‘clean label.’

By Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan & Dr. Catherine Adams Hutt, Sloan Trends, Inc. 07.06.20

AIDP Signs Distribution Agreement with Keraplast

The company will now distribute a keratin ingredient with nutritional and cosmeceutical applications.

06.22.20

Enzyme Blend Shown In Study to Improve Amino Acid Uptake

Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes’ ProHydrolase enhanced the benefit of whey protein in a clinical trial in which they were taken together.

06.17.20

Nestlé Health Science Agrees to Acquire Majority Stake in Vital Proteins

Vital’s portfolio includes collagen, supplements, beverages, and food products.

06.10.20

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