News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
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A new study presents lettuce biostimulated with a seaweed extract native to the southern oceans as a natural alternative to boost iron levels without the gastrointestinal side effects associated with traditional supplements.
Fermented soy beverages enriched with probiotic vaginal lactobacilli exhibited differential effects on post-menopausal women’s fecal microbiota, according to a new study.
Givaudan’s 100% whole cranberry ingredient, Pacran, reduces the risk of culture-confirmed urinary tract infection (UTI) by 52% compared to placebo in participants with recurrent infections, according to a new study.
Illinois-based NOW reports that over 55% of the Methyl B12 products purchased on Amazon met or exceeded label claim.
Supplementation with ginseng extract appears to improve cognition and psychological well-being, according to new research.
The Office of Dietary Supplements is calling for further research into the clinical relevance of dietary supplements marketed for immune health as the use of these products may impact nutrient intake and modify health behaviors.
A microalgae supplement marketed as ZenGut may improve gastrointestinal symptoms and promote positive mental health effects, according to new research.
A recent study by Yale researchers suggests that cannabinoids including CBD, CBG and CBN may offer a safer analgesic alternative to opioids by reducing pain signaling to the brain.
Scientists have developed a novel probiotic encapsulation method that protects certain strains of live bacteria from the harsh gastrointestinal environment.
There is still time to enter the 2025 NutraIngredients-USA Awards: We’ve extended the deadline for entries to Friday, March 28!
According to new research, Lacticaseibacillus paracasei K56 supplementation may alleviate stress and significantly reduce anxiety and insomnia among master’s and doctoral students.
Supplementation with an extract of Rhodiola rosea was associated with increased repetitions in the bench press and the fastest velocity in bench pull in a small study on resistance-trained participants.
Supplementing with Gymnema sylvestre could serve as an effective add-on strategy to combat the global rise in dietary sugar intake and the series of cascading public health issues that sugar triggers.
The National Center for Natural Products Research (NCNPR) has been advancing the study of natural products at the University of Mississippi since the beginning of the regulation of the modern dietary supplement industry.
A low glycemic index (LGI) drink based on isomaltulose may improve aspects of sleep architecture and memory consolidation, says a new study using Beneo’s Palatinose ingredient.
The 2024 Paris Olympics saw an equal number of men and women competing, marking the first time in history that athletes in the is Summer Games reached gender parity.
Zinc is effective in managing acute and persistent diarrhoea for children under 10 years old, but lower doses of 5 or 10mg per day may be required to reduce vomiting, say researchers.
The public’s understanding of the microbiome may focus on the gut, but more research is shedding light on its intricate relationship throughout the entire body.
NutraIngredients-USA is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Pioneers session and present their company in Vancouver.
Supplementation with saffron and Scutellaria extract may improve depressive and anxious symptoms in people with mild-to-moderate depression, according to new research.
Creatine supplementation has long been associated with improved athletic performance, but emerging research is broadening its potential benefits to new health areas and populations.
Six months of supplementation with a proprietary Boswellia extract may improve symptoms for people with knee osteoarthritis (OA), says a new study.
Researchers have developed a new data-driven tool which can estimate dietary and nutritional intake from a fecal specimen.
A novel combination formula may help mitigate neuroinflammation, oxidative stress and neurotransmitter impairment associated with PMS, according to a new study.
A new study indicates that a sage and rutin supplement branded as Mindrevive may support the aging brain.
The growing body of science supporting the potential bone health benefits of creatine has not translated to products making bone health claims in the market… yet.
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A standardized bergamot extract may reduce total cholesterol (TC) levels by 8.8% and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels by 11.5%, says a new study from Italian botanical extracts company Bionap using its Bergavit ingredient.
The human gut microbiome undergoes significant changes throughout the lifespan, with research suggesting that gut microbiome ‘signatures’ in older adults appear to be distinct from those seen in young people. But how is this linked to health and longevity?
Taking a supplement formulated from lime peels can help users get to and stay asleep—and with no side effects.
Only 13% of nicotinamide riboside (NR) dietary supplement products are alleged to meet label claim for the vitamin B3 form, according to a new analysis from ChromaDex.
Women may be buying more supplements to improve their athletic and everyday performance, but as a population they are still woefully underserved, and their needs are less understood.
Researchers in Korea say that extracts from Gynostemma pentaphyllum, also called jiaogulan, may offer beneficial effects for hair elasticity, density and diameter.
International-level orienteering athletes have lower body fat percentages and higher nutrition knowledge scores than non-elite athletes, says a new study that could help optimize the performance of younger competitors.
An AI-powered app that includes features such as nutrition advice and exercise prompts has shown promise for cognitive performance among older adults in a new study.
A patent-pending supplement appears to enhance the bioavailability of magnesium and reduce common side effects, according to new research.
Guest Article
In this guest article, the Council for Responsible Nutrition’s Dr. Andrea Wong explores how mainstream media coverage of supplement research often leads to consumer confusion due to oversimplified or misinterpreted findings.
Four weeks of kombucha consumption can noticeably influence the composition of the gut microbiota, with a enrichment in taxa known to produce beneficial short-chain fatty acids, says a new study.
A pooled sample of human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) from the breastmilk of several women may offer numerous benefits for post-weaned children.
An eight-week reduced-calorie diet implementing ideal essential fatty acid ratios, coupled with omega-3 supplementation, may improve inflammation and abdominal obesity, according to a new study.
A probiotic and skim milk combination may enhance cognitive function in the aging population, according to a new randomized, double-blind, parallel-group clinical trial.
Researchers suggest that maltobionic acid may enhance the growth of Faecalibacterium while not affecting Bifidobacterium.
Dr. Megan Rossi, gut health social media influencer and founder of The Gut Health Clinic, is entering the supplement space with a new condition-specific probiotic range.
Kefir fortified with two probiotic strains may significantly improve mental health, according to a new study.
Four months of supplementation with a persimmon extract may slash body fat mass without significantly impacting lean mass, says a new study.
Members of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the world’s leading creatine researchers have issued a letter affirming the safety and efficacy of creatine, urging lobbyists, policymakers and health agencies to not restrict access to it.
Understanding that the microbiome and its relationship with the host as an integrated, interconnected system could open up opportunities for novel delivery of ingredients like vitamins, prebiotics and postbiotics to better support human health.
A tannin-based food supplement may improve gastrointestinal and mental symptoms in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to new research.
After launching NutraShure amid the pandemic, Brandon Sojka set out to develop a novel, non-mineral based butyrate source using L-lysine.