Nutraceuticals World

Omniactive Launches Nutritears for Dry Eyes

The multi-ingredient complex is linked to multiple eye health benefits with two weeks of supplementation.

09.21.21

Study: Creatine Phosphate Plus Blueberry Polyphenols May Improve Muscle Strength, Endurance

While creatine is well-studied in the context of exercise, few if any studies have been conducted on phosphocreatine.

09.20.21

Carotenoids May Help Improve Night Vision

Lutein and zeaxanthin, two key macular pigments, were put to the test at night in a recent clinical study.

09.16.21

Layn Launching Standardized Sophora Japonica Extract to Target Inflammation, Oxidative Stress

An in vitro study showed SophorOx significantly inhibited six pro-inflammatory and reactive molecules linked to oxidative stress.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.13.21

Botanicals Appeal to Consumers with Health, Flavor, and Function

Food, beverage, and dietary supplement brands can leverage positive perceptions of functional botanicals to deliver holistic wellness solutions.

By Helene Moeller, Vice President, Product Marketing Flavors & Colors, ADM 09.09.21

Antioxidants | Breaking News | Immune Function | Products

Carlson’s New Kid’s Immune Boost Gummies Feature Astaxanthin and Vitamin C

A single gummy contains 4 mg of astaxanthin and 100 mg of vitamin C.

09.07.21

Ubiquinone Ingredient Linked to Improved Athletic Performance Among Cyclists

MitoQ, a mitochondria-targeting formula, significantly improved time trial performance, possibly due to antioxidant activity, a clinical study found.

09.02.21

Grape Extract Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status

Bionap’s standardized cognitive support formula, Cognigrape, achieved the status through third-party firm Nutrasource.

09.01.21

Collagen Growth, Healthy Aging Research and More Beauty Market News

Marketwatch insight on the global nutrition and cosmetic beauty markets.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.01.21

Beauty Ingredient Formulation Directory Fall 2021

This listing of active ingredients for topical and ingestible beauty products offers a starting place for new product development.

Compiled By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.01.21

Plant-Based Diet May Lead to Lower Ubiquinol Concentrations

The authors of the study recommend supplementation with this form of CoQ10 for vegans and vegetarians.

08.31.21

Low Vitamin D Associated with Increased Insulin Resistance in Obese Women

Obesity may heighten the likelihood of both vitamin D deficiency and insulin resistance through the same inflammatory pathway, researchers in Brazil found.

08.31.21

Annatto Tocotrienol, Vitamin D & Resveratrol May Offer Blood Sugar Benefits, Reduce Inflammation

Type 2 diabetes patients taking 500 mg/day of delta-tocotrienol for 24 weeks saw improved glycemic control along with reduced inflammation and oxidative stress.

08.23.21

NPA Submits Citizen Petition for NAC’s Inclusion as Dietary Supplement Ingredient

While the amino acid has been featured in dietary supplements for decades, FDA objects to its use due to the fact that it was sold as a drug.

08.18.21

Study Ties Fruit and Veggie Flavonoids to Brain Health

The large-scale analysis found that participants with high intakes of several flavonoids had lower self-reported dementia scores.

08.16.21

Two Thirds of Calories in Child and Teen Diets Come from Ultra-Processed Foods, Study Finds

These findings come from dietary evaluations of 33,795 children and adolescents nationwide.

08.13.21

French Maritime Pine Bark Extract Linked to Reduction of Recurrent UTI

Pycnogenol outperformed in reducing infection occurrence and decreasing symptoms compared to cranberry extract, a well-known anti-UTI ingredient.

08.04.21

Sesame Oil Cake Extract Improved Memory Among Subjects with Mild Cognitive Impairment

The supplement, rich in phenolic lignans, improved scores in verbal memory while reducing levels of Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers.

08.03.21

Review Examines SAMe’s Possible Benefits in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

A review of current research indicates potential benefits to depression, pain, fatigue, and cognition following post-concussive changes.

07.27.21

Vitamin K2 Could Benefit Cardiovascular Health of Nicotine Users

Research showed vitamin K2 to be an effective antioxidant capable of reducing oxidative stress and nicotine-induced vascular smooth muscle cell calcification.

07.27.21

CoQ10 Supplementation Shown to Benefit ICU Patients on Mechanical Ventilation in Small Pilot Study

Daily intake of 400 mg of CoQ10 significantly reduced inflammatory markers, reduced mechanical ventilation duration, and improved metabolic measures.

07.26.21

Ingredients By Nature Acquires Sytrinol Brand

Sytrinol specializes in a citrus-palm fruit extract blend, containing high amounts of polymethoxylated flavones to target unhealthy cholesterol levels.

07.26.21

Trans-Resveratrol Hesperetin Combination Linked to ‘Reversals’ of Insulin Resistance

A recent clinical trial showed this supplement attenuated a key metabolic marker of type 2 diabetes.

07.21.21

Blue California Introduces NMN Ingredient to Market

The new nicotinamide mononucleotide ingredient is formulated for high purity through a fermentation process.

07.20.21

Euromed Launches New Lemon Extract, Wellemon

The high-flavonone nutraceutical ingredient has greater bioavailability than orange extract, a recent clinical study found.

07.19.21

Lycored Partners with Herbalife Nutrition to Launch Herbalife SKIN LycoGlow

The phytonutrient blend is formulated to support skin smoothness, brightness, and firmness.

07.16.21

NMN Supplementation Enhances Aerobic Capacity in Amateur Runners

A recent clinical study found that NMN enhances the effect that exercise training has on cardiovascular fitness in amateur runners.

07.12.21

Gaia Herbs Launches Black Elderberry Tonic

The immune blend is formulated with organic raw honey and apple cider vinegar.

07.08.21

Asiros Nordic Launches Prebiotic Maltodextrin Alternative

Berry Shield Juice Powders reduce clumping and eliminate the need for maltodextrin in juice powders.

07.06.21

Tart Cherry Linked to Endurance Exercise Improvements

The cross-sectional study evaluated the effects of tart cherry juice in both a liquid and powdered format.

06.28.21

Voss Water Launches Voss+ Line of Enhanced Waters

The new line of beverages are infused with natural flavors and nutraceutical ingredients.

06.28.21

Adulterated NMN Supplements are of Major Concern, One Supplier Reports

ProHealth Longevity’s study found that more than 50% of products tested contained none of the molecule.

06.23.21

INS Farms Launches Organic and Conventional Elderberry Seed Oil

The cold-pressed seed oil is rich in omega-3s, omega-6s, and tocotrienols, tocopherols, and sterols.

06.22.21

Prunes May Improve Heart Disease Risk Factors Among Postmenopausal Women

Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death worldwide posing a significant public health challenge.

06.22.21

Healthcare Workers Less Stressed and Fatigued after Ubiquinol Supplementation

After taking 100 mg of Kaneka Ubiquinol for 60 days, 62% of study participants reported feeling less stressed.

06.22.21

Capsanthin Evidenced to Relieve Intraocular Pressure

A study funded by Unibar found that the the pigment in red peppers was linked to improvements in animal models, much like the leading eye health carotenoids.

06.21.21

OmniActive Announces Publication of Four New Studies on Its Ingredients

The recent science in weight management, eye health, energy, and cognition categories was presented at the most recent American Society of Nutrition Conference.

06.17.21

Betaine Supplementation Shown to Protect Immune Function During High-Intensity Exercise

A 14-week supplementation study on soccer players during a competition season found that betaine could regulate immune function during competition seasons.

06.14.21

CRN Files Citizen Petition Regarding FDA’s Objection to NAC Supplements

FDA raised objections to the use of N-acetylcysteine in supplements in Dec. 2020, and since, Amazon has pulled all NAC-containing products from its platform.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.02.21

Nutricosmetics Reflect Wellness Inside-Out

Consumers understand health is beautiful and are benefitting from a range of innovative, modern product options.

By Lisa Schofield, Contributing Writer 06.02.21

Hesperidin Linked to Improved Performance, Inflammation in Amateur Cyclists

The flavonoid, common in citrus fruits, increased amateur cyclists’ functional threshold power and maximum power after eight weeks of supplementation.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.01.21

Lycored’s Lumenato Evidenced to Support Collagen Network in the Skin

The cosmeceutical blend of tomato nutrients and antioxidants boosted levels of collagen in the skin, which reduces from age and photo-damage.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.25.21

Antioxidants | Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Supplier Insights

Functional Food, Beverage Possibilities Open with GRAS Status of Blue California’s Dihydroquercetin

A flavonoid commonly found in apples, olive oil, and red onions, DHQ has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.25.21

INS Farms Debuts Green Elderberry Whole Fruit Organic Elderberry Powder

The new whole fruit powder is standardized to have a high polyphenol and anthocyanin content.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.24.21

Vitafusion Launches Brain Food Gummy Supplement

The new formulation features ashwagandha, B vitamins, and phosphatidylserine for cognitive support.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.18.21

Annatto Tocotrienol Evidenced to Improve Glycemic Control in Type 2 Diabetic Patients

Vitamin E in the form of Delta-tocotrienols has been shown to exhibit unique health effects from the tocopherols form.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.18.21

Cocoa Flavanols Evidenced to Improve Lower Limb Vascular Function In Older Adults

This improvement, in conjunction with previous benefits seen in upper body muscle, suggest that flavanols have potent activity relevant to sarcopenia.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.17.21

Blueberry and Soluble Fiber Supplementation Evidenced to Reduce Risk of Gestational Diabetes

The pilot study found that the combination reduced excess gestational weight gain and improved glycemic control and inflammation in pregnant women with obesity.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.13.21