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Five academic projects have been awarded Newtrition Asia research grants by BASF for their work addressing some of the major consumer health concerns in APAC. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rby410 via IFTTT

California-based microbiome company Evolve BioSystems has completed a $20 million Series B financing to fund the commercialization of its initial products. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rp4Egw via IFTTT

Adding prebiotics and an antioxidant source to white chocolate can alter its taste and texture, but a new sensory analysis reported that consumers still ranked it highly, with researchers concluding it provides new product opportunities for industry. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2sn65t0 via IFTTT

The vast majority of new product development for functional foods featuring probiotics “remains in the dairy space” , but this may be more of a hindrance than a help for the sector’s growth prospects. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2roUsEC via IFTTT

Increased vitamin D supplementation during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy has been shown to benefit the immune system of babies, resulting in decreased development of asthma. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rl2cHF via IFTTT

Taking high doses of dietary vitamin D and calcium may be linked to a lower risk of early menopause as the findings could help in reducing health problems associated with this period.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2sjvjs1 via IFTTT

A profound shift in gut microbes and their metabolites occurs after weight loss surgery, a study finds, once again highlighting their core role in nutrient micro-management and weight control. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rldonG via IFTTT

A new collaboration between ingredient supplier Anagenix and Plant & Food Research will see products based on New Zealand science fast-tracked to the international market, w from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2sjCZup via IFTTT

Common allergens should be incorporated into Australian infants’ diets in the first year of their lives in order to minimise their risk of food allergies, according to a panel of experts. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rlmmS3 via IFTTT

DuPont Nutrition & Health’s newly launched Howaru Shape is backed up by a clinical study that found that daily supplements of the probiotic may reduce body fat by 4.5%. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2sjkwyg via IFTTT

Oral consumption of Kyowa Hakko’s Setria-branded glutathione may boost skin health in healthy women, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rlmnFB via IFTTT

Dupont’s probiotic strain Bifidobacterium lactis HN019 has been has been registered for Foods with Function Claims in Japan. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2r6ARIO via IFTTT

Analysis of 19 trials turned up little proof they actually work; more definitive research needed Source: HealthDay from Dietary Supplements New Links: MedlinePlus RSS Feed http://ift.tt/2qn4rah via IFTTT

The link between moderate chocolate intake and lower risk of irregular heartbeat may be due to chocolate’s flavanol content, say researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qiIxsH via IFTTT

A global oversupply of vitamin C may have ended, as China continues an environmental crackdown on heavily polluting factories, says DSM. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2r2ulRw via IFTTT

Probiotics could help relieve symptoms of depression in addition to aiding gastrointestinal upsets, according to new Canadian research backed by Nestlé. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qiq3Zm via IFTTT

High quality chondroitin sulfate supplementation is as good as a widely prescribed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug for the treatment of painful knee osteoarthritis, new research reveals. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qnkC6s via IFTTT

Should probiotics be consumed on an empty stomach or with a meal? A new study from the University of Milan suggests it doesn’t matter. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rBg5lP via IFTTT

Vitamin D supplementation combined with good sleeping habits might help manage chronic pain, menstrual cramps and arthritis, new research suggests. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qhAecD via IFTTT

Dutch start-up Koupe's high-fibre, high-protein ice cream is more than just a 'healthy' product, says its founder, who aims to compete with premium brands Häagen-Dazs and Magnum. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rBp0Ub via IFTTT

Industry association FoodDrinkEurope (FDE) is launching a call for action to improve diets and promote nutrition and health across the continent, saying there is no  "silver bullet"  for obesity. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qhvZO6 via IFTTT

Long considered a staple food in the Far East, seaweed and algae may finally be making gains in Europe with consumers eager to sample a nutritionally superior food with strong sustainable qualities. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rBp06D via IFTTT

Research into the gut microbiome suggests that the ‘generational loss’ of a specific variety of beneficial bacteria -  B. infantis - in the infant gut could increase the risk for a range of health problems later in life, from allergies to obesity. But to what extent can this risk be reduced through dietary interventions, and are these interventions only effective if we make them at a certain life stage? from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qhvd3T via IFTTT

Squid pen protein recovered from commercial processing could be a potential source of nutrients for functional foods, a new study has concluded. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rBfArV via IFTTT

There is a statistically significant link between diabetic retinopathy and vitamin D deficiency, according to a new review. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qV4ScW via IFTTT

A curcumin-based supplement could be helpful in maintaining a healthy level of one density, according to a new pilot study backed by Indena. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q9MUq5 via IFTTT

European Commission work to achieve botanical health claim clarity may finally be on track after a seven-year delay, with a number of public and industry consultations reaching conclusion. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rdZggE via IFTTT

People with high omega-3 intakes have an increased blood flow in the brain, according to research suggesting a link between omega-3 and Alzheimer’s disease. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rPYzGE via IFTTT

From Colgate's lasagne to Heinz's purple and green ketchup, Sweden's Museum of Failure opens next month with several food and drink products on display. We ask the exhibition curator and a market analyst how big companies can get it so wrong.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q7EL5i via IFTTT

A neurosurgeon at the University of Illinois at Chicago always wanted to create a multivitamin for brain health. This year, his dream became a reality with the soft launch of VitaMind 30-Day Multivitamin on Amazon Prime. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qSL0ac via IFTTT

Theanine, the unique amino acid present in the tea plant, can potentially be used to treat liver injury and boost immunity, a new review has shown. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qLsjqz via IFTTT

A new scientific opinion from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has maintained existing guidance on adequate intake levels for vitamin K. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qglcTt via IFTTT

An intriguing study has linked three long chain fatty acids, including ALA and SDA, to the health of a structure in the brain and the effect on ‘fluid intelligence’ in older subjects. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qQ3NCU via IFTTT

Pre-conception vitamin D intake is associated with height and weight of children at age five, according to new data. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q4DhZA via IFTTT

A new scientific opinion from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has maintained existing guidance on adequate intake levels for vitamin K. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qQoNd2 via IFTTT

Curcumin and omega-3 filled gummy bears and chews were on offer from Israeli children's supplement specialists, Anlit, at Vitafoods this year. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q4wXBf via IFTTT

Combining sweetness with fibre, is the aim of Taiyo’s new varieties of Sunfiber, an all-natural range of soluble dietary fibres which can also be used as a sweetener. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qPW9Zq via IFTTT

The need for robust research to validate health claims for a food ingredient has never been in doubt.  But with regulations becoming ever more stringent the role of Contract Research Organisations (CROs) appears to be changing.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q4Ee4c via IFTTT

Experts from diverse research fields including infant health, skin health and global microbial demographics will expand the view of the microbiome at the upcoming 2017 IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qQcCgm via IFTTT

Industry should fight amendments to a Belgian decree setting out minimum and maximum levels for caffeine, lutein, lycopene and red yeast rice, because some proposed levels fall well below established EFSA safety data, an expert claims. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q3dD36 via IFTTT

Probiotics might help restore gut bacterial imbalance in patients with systemic sclerosis, says a new study looking at gastrointestinal bacterial compositions in two geographically-distinct populations suffering from the autoimmune disorder. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rntRrY via IFTTT

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With a unique herbarium, a new “DNA Tested” seal, and exclusive access to “breakthrough” handheld genomic technology for botanical ID testing, Indena is “giving a pragmatic solution to the industry”, says the company’s marketing director. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qzgm7m via IFTTT

A growing demand for fully traceable sea-based products has placed the spotlight on the marine supply chain, encouraging retailers and manufacturers to further disclose their sourcing methods. from NutraIngredients RSS http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Responsible-fishing-Sustainably-sourcing-the-marine-s-treasure-trove?utm_source=RSS_videocast&utm_medium=RSS_feed&utm_campaign=RSS_Videocast via IFTTT

The role for folate and related B vitamins in slowing down the decline in brain function is very much underestimated as is their role in age-related depression, a review claims. from NutraIngredients RSS http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Vitamins-may-have-larger-role-in-halting-brain-decline-Review?utm_source=RSS_text_news&utm_medium=RSS_feed&utm_campaign=RSS_Text_News via IFTTT

A trial on a novel infant formula appears to shows for the first time that a specific combination of ingredients can have a preventive effect on colic. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rxSxdD via IFTTT

Steady demand for Australian health products has prompted Melbourne-based probiotics specialist Evolution Health to invest heavily in China, with the firm now eyeing greater global expansion. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qzFpHF via IFTTT

Paris-based Seventure Partners are among several venture funds to put a total of €24 million into Israeli microbiome therapeutics company BiomX (formerly called MBCure). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pQpRjW via IFTTT

Italian authorities have increased maximum levels for vitamin D, vitamin B12 and vitamin K to levels in line with opinions set out by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qBXP8F via IFTTT

Supplementation with a symbiotic combination could help normalise the microbiota of infants born by Caesarean, according to new research heralded as a ‘big step’. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rwfOO7 via IFTTT

In an effort to promote innovation, Rabobank announces launch of the Rabo Food & Agri Innovation Fund (RFAIF), allowing companies to receive up to €3 million. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rvqiwa via IFTTT

A study using a DuPont probiotic strain showed a modest effect on the inflammatory response in the nose in response to an infection with a common cold virus. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pPnqxT via IFTTT

Mazza Innovation is gaining increasing attention in dietary supplement circles, with its technology offering an environmentally friendly, solvent-free way of extracting compounds like polyphenols, alkaloids, glycosides, and specialty carbohydrates. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qAXK5a via IFTTT

Antioxidants from grape powder helped ease hyperglycaemia-related cognitive dysfunction in aged rats, a study discovered. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pPwN0C via IFTTT

Understanding how our ancestors lived and how this affected their gut microbiome may boost prebiotic and probiotic formulations, and give companies a compelling story for consumers, says an expert. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rix5gi via IFTTT

Children with asthma were found to have insufficient levels of vitamin D, according to a recent South Korean study, which also suggested this could be a contributing risk factor to developing the condition in the first place. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rumMlI via IFTTT

Supplementation with vitamin D ‘is unlikely’ to reduce the risk of asthma, atopic dermatitis, or allergies, a new genetic study has found. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qxm8oo via IFTTT

EFSA’s Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) has rejected two health claims dossiers claiming a link between curcumin and joint function and an extract for sperm DNA damage. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pMpeaP via IFTTT

Caramel bars, chocolate shakes and popping candy were among the indulgent supplement delivery forms showcased by Glanbia Nutritionals at last week’s Vitafoods. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qSxfvg via IFTTT

Health promotion campaigns are failing to reduce obesity in adolescents, according to a report published by World Health Organization (WHO) today. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rscfbK via IFTTT

EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids both drive anti-inflammatory gene expression, while DHA is better at lowering triglycerides and decreasing inflammatory markers, according to recent studies that are said to be a “leap forward” in our understanding. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qSRgSk via IFTTT

Israel’s Algatechnologies is targeting a Q3 launch for a new algae-derived ingredient, with more launches to follow in 2018, the company’s director of marketing and sales told NutraIngredients-USA. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rs9FlO via IFTTT

New research from Japan has shown that drinking green tea can reduce the risk of diabetes caused by rice consumption among women. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pSYnpC via IFTTT

A holistic approach to optimal nutrition that would include other research modes beyond RCTs will be the best way to get a handle on the modern plague of obesity, authors of a recent paper concluded. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rdXnAv via IFTTT

European Member States cannot set individual maximum levels for vitamins and minerals unless they are based on international safety data and risk assessments, according to a new ruling from the European Court of Justice (ECJ). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pSF0Np via IFTTT

Higher hip bone density and a reduced risk of osteoporosis have been found to occur after increased consumption of yoghurt in older women and men in Ireland. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2reaeSX via IFTTT

Infant nutrition is in the business of ‘selling sleep’ according to the CEO of Food for Health Ireland in a panel discussion at the trade event Vitafoods. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pShy32 via IFTTT

Consumption of green tea supplements leads to weight loss in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but it is still uncertain if supplementation provides a direct anti-inflammatory effect against the condition. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rmLmVL via IFTTT

A new study has demonstrated how dietary interventions with omega-3, prebiotics and other nutrients can help improve motor functions and cognition after the onset of Parkinson's disease in mice. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qoqr7A via IFTTT

Building a sports nutrition brand aimed at women ought to include more than just choosing which shade of pink to use on the label.  But that is still all too often the case, one expert says. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rmLmFf via IFTTT

Daily consumption of flavanol-rich cocoa reduced arterial stiffness in postmenopausal women – therefore lowering the risk of heart attacks and strokes, a study revealed. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qokHuo via IFTTT

The blurring of boundaries between sports nutrition and mainstream food and beverages is fuelling the sector’s growth, alongside new product development (NPD) tackling consumer needs according to their age, gender and lifestyle. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rmvPoL via IFTTT

Daily consumption of 1.7g of phytosterols by the millions of adults aged 55 and over in the EU with severe hypercholesterolemia could provide healthcare savings of €5.3 billion per year and prevent more than 170,000 hospitalisations. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pQu4PL via IFTTT

A daily intake of cranberries may significantly reduce the risk of recurrent urinary tract infection (rUTI) in generally healthy women, says a new meta-analysis of seven randomized controlled trials. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qlBYnF via IFTTT

Frutarom launched a range of functional beverages at Vitafoods in Geneva last week, as it looks to integrate newly acquired businesses into its product portfolio. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pQGG9c via IFTTT

An open letter penned by three leading health and consumer organisations - together with five food companies - calls for the ‘urgent adoption’ of nutrient profiles in the context of the EU health claims framework. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qlxpd2 via IFTTT

Mars-Wrigley, Nestlé USA, Ferrero, Lindt, and Ferrara Candy say half of their individually wrapped products will be 200 calories or less by 2022. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pQuDsy via IFTTT

Functional foods could have a key role to play in combating the global rise of the phenomenon of sarcopenic obesity, according to a published report of the proceedings of a recent scientific convention. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pxjh0q via IFTTT

The International Alliance of Dietary / Food Supplement Associations (IADSA) has expanded its global representation with the addition of two new member associations from Turkey and Colombia. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qCm3CT via IFTTT

A tool to help producers determine the optimum ripeness and maximum carotenoid content of tomatoes has been the subject of scrutiny by Spanish researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2rbTwky via IFTTT

A recent study linking choline with the risk of developing clots is flawed and should not detract from the decades of positive research on the ingredient, a supplier says. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qAq62b via IFTTT

Three main factors are driving growth in the protein and active nutrition space in Asia-Pacific, according to research firm Frost & Sullivan.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2r9UNbG via IFTTT

Caffeinated energy drinks can trigger serious cardiac events in young people with a genetic heart disease, Australian researchers claim. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qAGGzd via IFTTT

Leading members of the functional food, supplements, and healthy nutrition industry gathered in Geneva this week to celebrate huge successes ... and find out who won out in the battle to become a winner at the NutraIngredients Awards 2017.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2r7n2H5 via IFTTT

The cost of testing and not having enough experts in the field are holding back the growth of nutrigenomics-based personalised nutrition in Asia-Pacific. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pFi6ck via IFTTT

Horsemeat close to becoming part of the national Spanish diet, says author of report showing link between environment where horses bred and omega-3 levels. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q8onjr via IFTTT

Adding Portobello or shiitake powder to a high-fat diet may protect arteries from the detrimental effects of a high fat diet, according to findings presented at the recent Experimental Biology 2017 event. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pDtwgx via IFTTT

A botanical cognitive health product designed by a spin-off from the University of Oxford will launch across Asia Pacific with the backing of an innovation development company. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q7vTLv via IFTTT

The importance of mental strength in addition to physical strength is gaining increasing appreciation in sports nutrition, and key players are building the science around cognitive health in response to demand for ingredients to boost focus and decision making. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pDslxV via IFTTT

Palm oil tocotrienol, touted as ‘super vitamin E’, could provide benefits for people with neurodegenerative and neuro-inflammatory diseases, a study has concluded. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2q7u3Ko via IFTTT

Altering the droplet size and coating of fats used in infant milk could modify postprandial responses in men, according to new research deemed 'very important' by the authors. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qtO3s4 via IFTTT

“New light” has been shed on the role of fatty acids and milk feeding in helping protect against type 1 diabetes and further testing could help prove that nutritional intervention can help prevent a disease which impacts millions across the world. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2r3OHcH via IFTTT

Climate change represents a major threat to food security throughout the world, according to former US President Barack Obama, and entrepreneurs, scientists and the food industry must act to mitigate the consequences.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qtL6rA via IFTTT

The crucial role of omega-3 in helping to tackle pre and post-natal depression has been underlined by a new meta-analysis, which also found such cases of depression were associated with a higher omega-6/omega-3 ratio. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pwza3k via IFTTT

This week's Australian budget has been described as a missed opportunity for strengthening the focus on preventive health. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qT17a4 via IFTTT

All the social media highlights from Geneva. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pi5ETB via IFTTT

A new study may shed light on the differences in uptake of vitamin D variants, while also revealing absorption is higher in women than men, and two-weekly dose regimens are the most effective. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qXjJSI via IFTTT

The body's regulation of blood sugar levels is aided by skeletal muscles, a study has identified, in a mechanism that appears to identify its ability to ‘taste’ or ‘sense’ glucose in the body.   from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2phFP6m via IFTTT

A raft of high-level speakers will be taking to the stage at the second annual China International Nutrition and Health Industry Summit, with the latest regulatory issues, trends, and omega-3 and probiotics insights under the spotlight. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qSzFFR via IFTTT

Italian botanical ingredient supplier Indena has agreed a strategic cooperation agreement with UK-based biotech Hyris for developing new methods for the genomic identification of botanical species. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qJJhDU via IFTTT

Icelandic microalgae player Algalif says it has received novel food certification from the European Commission for its astaxanthin product. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pJDteN via IFTTT

Swiss-based biotech Evolva has agreed new two-year distribution deals with Breko and Natural for its Veri-te brand of resveratrol, the firm said. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qJwKjF via IFTTT

Almost three-quarters of infant and baby foods containing rice exceed safe levels of arsenic defined by EU law. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pOC9YP via IFTTT

The European Commission is 'wasting the time' of the botanical industry by trying to fix a 'fairy tale' problem of harmonising European rules, according to the author of a book which criticises EU health claims legislation. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pOl4xZ via IFTTT

A polyphenol-rich combination of extracts from grape, pomegranate and green tea may boost power and performance during high-intensity, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pIkgtW via IFTTT

Both zinc acetate and zinc gluconate lozenges are effective in shortening the duration of common colds, but zinc doses higher than 100mg don’t appear to provide an additional boost. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2phdB7q via IFTTT

Supplements with the branded ingredient Peak ATP may improve blood glucose, and help reduce waist circumference, and when combined with GlycoCarn may decrease body weight and BMI, according to data presented at Experimental Biology 2017. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pIkgdq via IFTTT

The consultation for a new policy on independence at the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) draws to a close this week and campaigners have told FoodNavigator that the final document won’t be worth the paper it’s written on from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pLsu2Q via IFTTT

Probiotic products should have a more stringent quality control process with processes that ensure contents match what is on the label, warns a new position paper. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pEP6Ut via IFTTT

Folic acid supplementation has been found to have beneficial effects on psychological development of children if taken during the first trimester, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pLpzY7 via IFTTT

Queen Elizabeth was reported to have sent out 300 birthday wishes to British centenarians in 1955, 1200 in 1970, and 7500 in 2014. Now it is estimated that there is somewhere in the vicinity of 300,000 centenarians worldwide, writes Karen Hocking from Complementary Medicines Australia. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pF08t3 via IFTTT

Cannabinoids can be safely used as a supplementary treatment for elderly people with Parkinson’s disease with evidence showing they help reduce tremors, rigidity and pain, a new review reports. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qBbIn6 via IFTTT

Labeling probiotics to the strain level is becoming an increasing focus in NSF’s certification process, an expert told NutraIngredinets-USA. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qtC4ug via IFTTT

The muscle and anti-inflammatory benefits of HMB may be enhanced by combining the ingredient with the BC30 probiotic, says a new study with soldiers from the Israel Defense Force. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pH15zm via IFTTT

Norwegian krill player Rimfrost says new opportunities and an increased demand are driving plans for a new higher capacity harvest vessel. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qttvzL via IFTTT

Healthier, high-fibre pasta is the newest 'reinvented carbohydrate' with potential for EFSA-backed health claims, says Ulrick & Short. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pGEOBu via IFTTT

Consuming 400mg of caffeine a day from all sources is not bad for your health, researchers have said in a systematic review looking into the effects of caffeine on humans. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qtvxj6 via IFTTT

Consuming excess choline could cause the gut bacteria to produce a clot-enhancing compound, a new study suggests, raising concerns for those who take choline supplements. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pGnqgn via IFTTT

Testing of 47 fish oil supplements purchased at retail in New Zealand shows that 91% met EPA/DHA label claims, according to strict GOED standards, while most also met regulatory limits for oxidation. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qtC4dK via IFTTT

A resistant starch derived from potato ( Solanum tuberosum ) increased the abundance of several species of healthy Bifidobacteria in elderly people, showing the ingredient meets the criteria as a prebiotic, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pGJYh0 via IFTTT

A combination of anthocyanins and prebiotics may improve the composition of the gut microflora and reduce bloating and abdominal pain in obese adults, according to data presented at Experimental Biology 2017. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qtDZ1N via IFTTT

Omega-3 supplementation boosts immunity and helps reduce inflammation among gastrointestinal cancer patients after surgery, new meta-analysis reports. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2oWuWXl via IFTTT

Ginkgo biloba extract helped protect the brain from the toxic effects of aluminium chloride, exposure to which has been linked to diseases such as Alzheimer's. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2p7o31p via IFTTT

Supplementation with the green tea compound epigallocatechin 3-gallate (EGCG) could improve gestational diabetes outcomes in both mothers and new-born infants, new data suggests. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2oWciiq via IFTTT

First-quarter profits were up by 13% for DSM, as nutrition continued to drive ‘very strong’ results for the Netherlands-based ingredients giant. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2p7rKnS via IFTTT

The uncertainty of where a next meal is coming from is enough to bring about long-term changes to mental health, a global study has determined. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2oWuWGP via IFTTT

Small and low cost in-store changes have been shown to increase sales of healthy food, finds a new paper that aims boost sales of produce including fish, fruit and vegetables. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pUyitW via IFTTT

Development of products with urolithin A, a metabolite from pomegranate compounds, took a big step forward as scientists reported results from a Phase 1 trial supporting the safety, bioavailability, and biological activity of the compound. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pBRhXc via IFTTT

Tapping in to the UN’s Sustainable Development goals (SDGs) through fortification, functional products and reformulation can offer the food industry substantial growth opportunities – but more needs to be done to secure private sector financial investment. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qoIwm2 via IFTTT

A greater abundance of gut bacteria from the phylum Bacteriodetes is associated with better cognitive function in adults, says a new study from researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2pBY1Vb via IFTTT

Dietary supplementation with the macular carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin isomers may reduce psychological stress and improve measures of emotional health, say new results from the LAMA II study.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2qoB1fe via IFTTT