Nutraceuticals World

Study on Kemin’s DailyZz Botanical Supplement Yields Sleep Quality, Next-Day Performance Benefits

The bedtime blend of polyphenol-rich botanicals supported benefits within 30 days.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

FDA’s Dr. Cara Welch Opening Speaker at the 9th AHPA Botanical Congress

The virtual event’s agenda will focus on the impact of COVID-19 on the botanicals industry.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

Arla Foods Enters New Partnership to Reduce Malnutrition With Dried Papaya Snack

The up-cycled papaya product will support the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition’s efforts to address malnutrition in Ethiopia.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

BIO-CAT Microbials’ OPTI-BIOME Probiotic Strain Receives FDA 'Letter of No Objection' on GRAS Status

The letter came after testing, product certifications, claims substantiation, and regulatory support regarding Bacillus subtilis MB40.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.14.21

Bunge Invests $47.5 Million in Australian Plant Proteins

The agreement makes Bunge the exclusive distributor for APP in the Americas and includes an option to license APP proprietary processing tech.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.14.21

Four-Week Fish Oil Regimen Showed Significant Muscular Damage Protection in Recent Study

Improvements in range of motion and serum creatine kinase levels following exercise suggests that EPA-rich fish oil has a unique sports nutrition benefit.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.13.21

Green Leafy Vegetable Intervention Reduces Marker of Colorectal Cancer Risk, Study Finds

The trial found that edging out red meat consumption in favor of greens reduced oxidative-related DNA damage, a marker of CRC risk, along with increasing circulating vitamin K1 levels.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.12.21

CGA-7 Green Coffee Extract by Vidya Herbs Achieves Self-Affirmed GRAS Status

The coffee extract, formulated for metabolic health benefits, is now primed for the U.S. market.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.09.21

AHPA’s 9th Botanical Congress to Take Place May 24

The one-day virtual event will explore the unique challenges related to the pandemic that have directly impacted businesses.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.09.21

National Survey Suggests Consumer Knowledge of CBD is Highly Limited

A great deal of discrepancy between CBD and other cannabis products still exists, even among those who've tried it.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Pilot Study Suggests Tomato Powder has Superior Exercise Recovery Benefits to Lycopene

Tomatoes have additional micronutrients and bioactive components believed to synergistically boost the benefits tied to the popular carotenoid.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Consumer Trends | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Functional Foods & Beverages | Healthcare Trends | Sweeteners

Sweeteners Market Continues to Broaden with Cleaner Labels and Better Formulations

Innovation of sugar alternatives is accelerating as edging sugars out of the equation becomes increasingly popular.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Plant-Based Food Sales Surge to $7 Billion in 2020 on 27% Growth

The success of plant-based milk has laid the groundwork for major increases in sales of other categories across the store.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.06.21

Caulipower Launches Plant-Based Pasta

Available in linguine and pappardelle, the new frozen gluten-free pasta has 230 calories per serving.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Kemin Industries Acquires Proteus Industries, Inc.

Sustainable ingredient technology will lessen the use of artificial ingredients and strengthen the company’s position in the global meat processing industry.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

CRN, ACI Announce Co-Chairs, Agenda Preview for 9th Annual Forum on Supplements

Topics on strategies for legal, regulatory, and compliance activity which will be discussed are now available to view online.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Ingredion Expands Specialty Ingredient Portfolio with Acquisition of Katech

The purchase will bring with it label-friendly ingredients and formulation solutions.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program Publishes Olive Oil Lab Doc

The new publication covers over 90 laboratory analytical methods to authenticate olive oil.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.31.21

Humann Launches New SuperBeets Memory & Focus Chews

The polyphenol-rich chews are formulated to promote brain blood flow, support mental alertness, and help to reduce overall stress.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.31.21

Green Leafy Vegetables Essential for Muscle Function, New Study Finds

A nitrate-rich diet boosted the muscle function of lower limbs in 3,759 Australian participants.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.30.21

New Study Confirms Vegan Vitamin D3 Ingredient is Bioavailable

AIDP’s VegD3 raised participants’ vitamin D plasma levels by approximately 77.3% above baseline.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.25.21

Innova Discusses Trends in Plant Protein Expected for 2021

As plant proteins become a more prominent key feature, expect more innovations in products, sustainability, and clean-label simplicity.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.24.21

CRN Announces Promotions, New Responsibilities for Three Key Staffers

Promotions include Holly Vogtman to director of communications, Rashidah Denton to manager of scientific and regulatory affairs, and Gretchen Powers’ expanded role to include member experience.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.23.21

PanTheryx’s ColostrumOne Now Formulated for Nutrition Bars and Soft Chews

The U.S. market now has additional bovine colostrum applications available from the specialist company.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.23.21

Brazilians Beat Brits in ‘Food as Medicine’ Mindset, New Nutrition Business Reports

Nonetheless, both countries are significantly reducing their carbohydrate consumption, the 2020 survey found.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.22.21

Study Suggests Added Sugars Can Double Liver Fat Production

The findings support evidence for mechanisms behind which diabetes and fatty liver may develop.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.19.21

Whole Grains Evidenced to Change Gut Microbiota and Potentially Improve Liver Health

The cross-comparison between whole and refined grain interventions furthers understanding of the role whole grains have in metabolic health.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.19.21

Cara Cesario, PhD, Joins Nutrition21 as VP of Manufacturing and Product Development

Cesario has an extensive history of developing products in the health and pharmaceutical industries.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.16.21

SupplySide East 2021 Rescheduled to August, Pop-Up Event in Phoenix on June 11

The event previously scheduled for June will still be at the Meadowlands Expo Center in Secaucus, NJ.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.15.21

HPA-China Launches Video Podcast

The global insights program uploaded its first interview at the end of 2020.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.12.21

2021 AHPA Awards Recognize Excellence in the Herbal Community

Rob Wildman, Safety Call International, Herbalife Nutrition, Naturate, Indena S.p.A, and Tony Hayes (posthumously) were awarded for outstanding contributions.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.12.21

Lycored Enhances Natural Astaxanthin Range

The new microencapsulation technologies will expand the possibilities for astaxanthin delivery.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.11.21

Beyond Meat Expands Product Distribution

Products will be introduced to the approximately 2,400 Walmart locations nationwide where other Beyond Products are currently sold.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.11.21

Next Meats Launches Accelerator Program for Alternative Proteins

The food tech venture company has acquired an American SPAC and joined the OTC Market, and called upon alt-protein players for worldwide collaboration.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.11.21

New Dates Announced for 2021 Edition of Integrative Healthcare Symposium

The event is now slated to take place Sep. 18-20, organizers said.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.11.21

Serum Concentration of Antibodies to Mumps Associated with Dietary Fiber Intake

The same immune benefit, however, was not associated with measles, rubella, or varicella, according to NHANES results.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.10.21

Drinking Tea Before Menopause Linked to Higher Bone Mineral Density in Postmenopausal Women

Few studies have investigated the time at which tea consumption might effect its beneficial effects.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.09.21

Nexira Launches NutriBeauty, a Line of Nutricosmetic Ingredients

Nutrients offer a wide range of cosmetic benefits that can’t be achieved through topicals.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.09.21

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Nutrition Bars & Snacks | Products

KIND Debuts Frozen Smoothie Breakfast Bowls

Company leans into breakfast innovation with more in-home eating occasions.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.09.21

Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News | Mergers & Acquisitions | World Markets

Nestlé Acquires Premium Water Brand Essentia

The company pioneered its functional alkaline water 20 years ago.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.08.21

IFT Transitions 2021 Annual Event to Digital Experience

An exposition of the latest ingredients, product solutions, trends, and insights will be taking place virtually from July 19-21.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.04.21

Preclinical Trial Suggests Fish Hydrolysate Attenuates Neuroinflammation Greater than DHA Alone

Chronic, low-grade inflammation can lead to neuronal damage, as well as cognitive and behavioral impairments.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.03.21

Nutraceutical Manufacturing: Meeting the Challenges of Today, Planning for Tomorrow

Companies continue balancing high demand, supply disruption, and worker safety during the pandemic.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.03.21

Saving Energy: Brands Must Offer Grown-Up and Personalized Products to Compete

From dual and triple action formulas to natural and organic ingredients, success in the energy market is about way more than the loud packaging of the past.

By Melissa Kvidahl Reilly, Contributing Writer 03.03.21

Martin Bauer Group Acquires Majority Stake in Beverage Company Power Brands

Innovation in plant-based foods and beverages is seen by the company as critical to boosting long-term growth.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.01.21

Nutrition21 Launches Cosmeceutical Ingredient Lustriva

The new beauty-from-within ingredient promises benefits to the appearances of hair and skin.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.01.21

Preliminary Study Links Markers of Impaired Bone Health to Vegan Diet

A cross-sectional trial revealed differences in 12 biomarkers which contribute to bone health.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.26.21

Refined Grains Linked to Heart Attack Risk, Early Death

A global study involving low, middle, and high-income countries revealed a significant association.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.26.21

New FDA Traceability Rule Appears to Omit Dietary Supplement Manufacturers

While the agency has not specifically confirmed it, dietary supplements were not mentioned in a list of manufacturers required to enhance traceability measures.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.25.21