Nutraceuticals World

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

Upcycled Food Association Grants First Certification to ReGrained

ReGrained’s SuperGrain+ flour is the first ingredient to receive certification from the group based on saving food production byproduct from waste.

06.16.21

Saffron Extract May Help Menopause Symptoms

Pharmactive’s Affron appeared to attenuate the psychological symptoms of menopause, such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, and sleep disturbances.

06.15.21

Ginger Extract Shows Positive Role in Alleviating Functional Dyspepsia

DolCas’ Ginfort demonstrated positive effects across a cluster of upper digestive symptoms.

06.14.21

Sclerocarya Birrea Evidenced to Improve Glycemic Metabolism in Prediabetic Patients

In an effort to mitigate diabetic risk, extracts from this fruit successfully improved measures of glucose metabolism in 90 days.

06.11.21

Survey Breaks Down Americans’ Health Downturns Over Course of Past Year

A new survey commissioned by Benefiber revealed American’s feelings about rebalancing their post-pandemic health routines.

06.10.21

NextFerm Technologies Announces Pilot for Industrial-Scale Production of ProteVin

The company was able to use industrial manufacturing equipment while yielding the same parameters of quality, taste, flavor, and odor for the vegan protein.

06.09.21

Gaia Herbs Launches Turmeric Supreme Gummy Line

The new format provides the same efficacy as previous Turmeric Supreme products in a more convenient delivery format.

06.09.21

Lenny & Larry’s Launches Plant-Based Protein Bar

The plant-based protein cookie company has expanded into the protein bar category with its latest offering.

06.08.21

Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program Publishes Bulletin on Pomegranate Adulteration

The ABC-AHP-NCNPR initiative announced the latest installation in its line of publications on common authenticity problems in the botanicals space.

06.08.21

Wiley Companies Celebrates 40th Anniversary

The ingredient supplier, also known for finished products such as AlaskOmega and Wiley’s Finest, has been family-operated since 1981.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.07.21

HP Ingredients’ LJ100 Evidenced to Support Healthy Hormone Regulation in Young Males

The branded Eurycoma longifolia extract was shown to support de novo synthesis of testosterone, following previous studies on efficacy in adults.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.04.21

NHANES Data Study: Young Children Have Inadequate Intakes of Calcium, DHA, Vitamin D, Iron

Inadequacies in children between the ages of 1-6 could impact physical, social, cognitive growth during important developmental years.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.03.21

Open Book Extracts Raises $11.5 Million in Series B Funding Round

The funding will fuel international expansion, clinical research, and the launch of new products and services.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.03.21

Manipal Natural to Launch Nutraceutical/Herbal Extract Manufacturing Facility in Bangalore Rural

The 100,000 square foot facility will have the capacity to process 30 metric tons of herbs per day.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.02.21

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

Salmon Proteoglycan Ingredient Juvecol Shown to Exert Skin Moisturizing Benefits

The cosmeceutical ingredient was shown to protect against dry skin in prolonged exposure to air conditioning.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.01.21

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

Clinical Trial on Maritech Fucoidan will Further Investigate Possible Immune Benefits

Clincial and preclinical evidence currently reports that the brown seaweed extract can support immune function at a cellular level and possibly reduce infection rates for certain viruses.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.27.21

ABC Presents Botanical Excellence Awards at 16th Annual Celebration Ceremony

The one-hour program on May 25 presented six awards to individuals and organizations in the botanicals space.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.26.21

Instacart Releases 'Plant Power' Trends Report

The online grocery delivery platform examined a mainstream migration to plant-based retail products.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.26.21

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

Natural Remedies Launches HerbSecure Transparency and Sustainability Program

This comes in tandem with the company receiving four Good Agricultural Practice certifications.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.25.21

Affron Saffron Receives Patent for Mood Support Claims

A half-dozen clinical trials provide evidence that Pharmactive’s high-potency extract can support multiple aspects of cognitive health.

Mike Montemarano, Associate 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

Chocolate Consumption Linked to Reduced CAD Risk in Veterans Study

According to epidemiological data sourced from 188,447 people, chocolate had a dose-dependent relationship on crude incidence rates of fatal and nonfatal CAD events or procedures.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.21.21

ABC’s 16th Annual Celebration and Botanical Excellence Awards Set for Livestream May 25

The one-hour online program set for 5 p.m. will honor the recipients of six awards for their accomplishments in 2020.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.20.21

Legislation to Create Regulatory Pathways for CBD Use in Foods and Supplements Introduced

The bipartisan legislation, the Hemp Access and Consumer Safety Act of 2021, was introduced by Senators Ron Wyden, Jeff Merkley (both D-OR) and Rand Paul (R-KY)

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.19.21

Indulgent Flavors More Popular At Breakfast Time, Innova Market Insights Reports

Flavors inspired by the bakery category once typically reserved for snacks and desserts are now seeing significant growth in a range of breakfast foods.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.19.21

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

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

Nitrate Intake Linked to Muscle Function Independent of Physical Activity Levels

While physical activity certainly heightened the benefit, this was the first study to demonstrate efficacy in standalone nitrate supplementation.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.14.21

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

AHPA Releases Five Updated Entries to Botanical Safety Handbook

A new promotion includes access to both the Botanical Safety Handbook and admission to the upcoming Botanical Congress.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.13.21

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Natural/Organic | World Markets

Beyond COVID: How Does the Botanicals Industry Move On?

AHPA resources aim to assist companies in making informed decisions about sustainability and botanical supply chain stability.

By Holly Johnson, PhD, Chief Science Officer, American Herbal Products Association 05.13.21

GOED and MSC Partner on Webinar Covering Omega-3 Supplements and Sustainability

The discussion on May 20 will feature insights and data regarding consumer mindsets on marine sustainability initiatives.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.11.21

Ceratiq Phytoceramides Receives Approval for Sale and Beauty Claim in South Korea

The cosmeceutical ingredient has received a Certificate of Functional Ingredient for Functional Health Foods from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.10.21

U.K. CBD Market Booms During Lockdown

As of 2021, the estimated market size of the CBD industry is now 690 million pounds.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

IFT Virtual Conference Covers Future Projections, Strategies for New Dietary Guidelines Education

The two-day conference focused on how the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans can simplify healthy eating across life stages.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

EverGrain, Bright Future Foods Collaborate on Sustainable Supply Chain Project

The new collaboration between the Anheuser-Busch- and Post Holdings-backed companies will focus on new sustainable functional foods.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

HP Ingredients Granted Product License for ParActin from Health Canada

The botanical ingredient, sourced from Andrographis paniculata, was formulated to promote joint health.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

Fruit d’Or Launches Whole Fruit Cranberry Ingredients for Gummies

The new formulation capacity will provide new ways to capitalize on the FDA-qualified cranberry health claim.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.05.21

Intake of Omega-3s and Omega-6s May Be Predictors of Sleep Disorders, Sleep Duration in Adults

This link was established via findings from NHANES between the years 2007 and 2016.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.03.21

Xtenergy Sustained Release Caffeine Shown to Support Nootropic Benefits

Compared to immediate-release caffeine, study participants reported sustained mood and alertness, and less jitters or tenseness.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.03.21

Consumer Trends | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic

What Do People Expect from ‘Clean Label’ Foods & Beverages?

As consumers become increasingly ingredient-conscious, clean and healthy eating will remain a vital part of everyday living.

By Marcela Chifu, Marketing Manager, Kline Consumer Products 05.03.21

Organic meets joint health: capturing consumer trends in supplements

Your next organic, non-GMO product is right at your fingertips

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Pycnogenol Evidenced to Have Skin Benefits in Dermatology Study

The branded French Maritime Pine Bark Extract was shown to retain skin moisture and elasticity, increase skin lightening, and reinforce skin barrier function.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.29.21