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dsm-firmenich poised to enhance infant health in India following HMO solution...

dsm-firmenich has been given the green light for its human milk oligosaccharide (HMO), 2'-O-Fucosyllactose (2'-FL) — commercially known as Glycare  2FL — as a functional ingredient for early life...

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Sweetener showdown: ISA defends sucralose in diabetes and healthy weight...

The International Sweeteners Association (ISA) is rebutting recent research suggesting that sucralose affects brain appetite regulation. The association underscores that low- and no-calorie sweeteners...

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Research challenges belief that high ceramide levels cause heart disease

Research rejects the conventional belief that high levels of ceramides cause cardiovascular diseases in obesity and diabetes patients. Instead, suppressing this type of fat in the lining of blood...

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Beyond The Headlines: India screens micronutrients with x-ray, Bon Natural...

This week in industry news, India launched a national XRF Testing Access Portal that leverages x-ray fluorescence analysis to rapidly screen crops for their micronutrient levels. Meanwhile, in Chad, a...

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Research finds anti-inflammatory and immunity benefits in traditional African...

Scientists reveal that switching from an African heritage diet to a Western-style diet for two weeks causes inflammation, reduces the immune response to pathogens, and activates processes associated...

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UN pushes urgent nutrition drive to 2030 amid geopolitical challenges

The UN General Assembly has extended the Decade of Action on Nutrition through 2030, originally from 2016–2025, in response to the ongoing global nutrition crisis. Despite progress in areas like...

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Research cautions that poverty lines fail to account for healthy diet costs

The World Bank estimates that 712 million people lived in extreme poverty in 2022 based on its poverty threshold of US$2.15 daily income.  However, the German team argues a larger share of the global...

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Japanese scientists develop affordable test detecting epigenetic changes from...

A team of researchers at Chiba University in Japan has created a simple cell-based reporter tool to detect epigenetic alterations caused by environmental chemicals. Unlike traditional methods that rely...

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Botanical supplement industry offers new guidance on bacopa mislabeling and...

The US Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) has published a new bulletin aimed at preventing the adulteration and mislabeling of bacopa (Bacopa monnieri). In India, the herb is widely used...

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Fighting malnutrition in Africa: UC Davis and BII use AI and food-omics to...

In the recently launched Amplified African Food (AAF) project, scientists will address malnutrition and stunting in Africa with precision nutrition and by improving protein digestibility in foods...

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Webinar preview: Rousselot unveils collagen to unlock blood glucose...

Amid a booming interest in GLP-1 and blood glucose management, Rousselot is presenting Nextida GC. This science-based collagen composition helps to balance blood glucose levels and boost GLP-1 levels....

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Urgent warning: Nutrition crisis among South Asian girls worsens

A collection of research has identified intergenerational undernourishment, digital gaps, and gender and class disparities worsening nutrition outcomes in South Asia. UNICEF points to challenges faced...

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Vitafoods Europe 2025 preview: Magtein to debut highly bioavailable magnesium...

At Vitafoods Europe (May 20–22) in Barcelona, Spain, North American ingredient supplier AIDP will debut Magtein, a highly bioavailable form for magnesium supplementation, following its introduction in...

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Obesity Canada publishes landmark guideline for pediatric obesity care

A new clinical practice guideline published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal offers healthcare professionals and families a roadmap for “collaborative, fully informed, and evidence-based”...

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Seed oil debate heats up: Study links omega-6 fat to breast cancer subtype...

Researchers have discovered that linoleic acid drives the growth of a hard-to-treat “triple negative” breast cancer subtype. The substance is an omega-6 fatty acid found in seed oils and animal...

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Spotlight on innovations in maternal and infant health to close the nutrition...

Industry experts highlight ongoing global nutritional deficiencies in women of childbearing age and infants, which can impact pregnancy and postpartum recovery, fetal development, and lactation....

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Webinar preview: Novonesis boosts children’s health with fun and clinically...

Children face a host of health challenges during their early years, driven by factors like maturing immune systems and constant interactions in group settings at schools and daycares that cause...

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Lallemand Health Solutions and FrieslandCampina Ingredients’ synbiotic...

Global gut health leaders Lallemand Health Solutions and FrieslandCampina Ingredients have entered a new phase in their collaboration on the synbiotic concept, Natural PRO-Digest. The companies...

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New research prioritizes higher potassium-to-salt ratio to reduce blood...

Researchers at the University of Waterloo, Canada, encourage that increasing the ratio of dietary potassium to sodium intake is more effective for lowering blood pressure than simply reducing sodium...

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IFF spots untapped market potential for holistic, healthy aging solutions

As consumer demand for healthy aging solutions grows, IFF points to untapped potential in the nutrition market, as it sees a lag in product launches for healthy aging. Innova Market Insights data...

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Experts warn Germany not to repeat colonial nutrition mistakes in Africa

As Germany’s new coalition government takes shape, a new report urges the country to support African-led food systems that advance nutrition justice, climate resilience, and food sovereignty. Nutrition...

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Brain health supplements: New botanical-boosted formulas and sleep-supporting...

Novel formats in brain health supplements have diversified, from sleep-enhancing baked goods to stress-reducing “zen” gummies, made possible by advancements in heat-stable probiotics for food...

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Silver Star Nutrition introduces premium plant-based protein for athletes

Silver Star Nutrition unveils Select Proformance Elite Plant Protein, a vegan protein supplement designed to meet the high demands of athletes and active individuals. The brand spotlights the product...

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Daily almond consumption can boost heart, weight, and gut health, experts...

A group of leading global health and nutrition experts has reached a consensus: eating almonds daily can deliver benefits for heart health, weight management, and gut function. The findings stem from a...

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Vitafoods Europe 2025 preview: Monteloeder’s nutraceuticals for women’s...

At the upcoming Vitafoods Europe 2025 trade fair in Barcelona, Spain (May 20–22), Monteloeder by SuanNutra will spotlight its collection of science-backed botanical solutions designed to support an...

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High vegan protein intake does not guarantee sufficient quality, research flags

A New Zealand study evaluating protein intake and quality reveals that three in four vegans ate sufficient protein. Still, half didn’t meet daily requirements for the essential amino acids lysine and...

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Supplement trends in the US

In the US, consumers are increasingly prioritizing their well-being and healthy lifestyles. Supplements play a vital role in filling nutritional gaps, supporting overall well-being and addressing...

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Eco-Products and DNO Produce partner for school nutrition in compostable packs

Eco-Products and DNO Produce have launched a compostable cup and lip designed for school nutrition programs in the US. The four-ounce (118 mL) molded fiber cup is made from renewable sources and sealed...

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Spain mandates nutritious school meals under new law tackling obesity

Spain is mandating that all schools serve five healthy meals weekly, regardless of income level, and barring junk food sales on campus. Minister Pablo Bustinduy’s royal decree, approved by the Council...

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Trending fiber fortification solutions promote broad-spectrum health benefits

Consumers are increasingly aware of the health benefits of increasing their fiber intake, including gut health benefits linked to improved immunity, cognition, and overall health. However, as many...

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Vitafoods Europe 2025 preview: dsm-firmenich’s new platform spans from...

At the upcoming Vitafoods Europe 2025 trade fair in Barcelona, Spain (May 20–22), dsm-firmenich will unveil its new nutrition supplement innovation platform, Healthy Longevity, advancing healthy...

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Chinese scientists engineer rice and wheat to produce CoQ10 for better...

Chinese scientists have increased the nutritional value of rice (Oryza sativa) and wheat (Triticum aestivum), using gene editing to enable the production of coenzyme Q (CoQ10). The chemical is among...

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Animal vs. plant protein: Global research reveals age-based longevity benefits

Adults who consume more plant-based than animal-sourced proteins have longer life expectancies, according to a recent study spanning 101 countries. The research analyzed publicly available demographic...

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Research calls for better tracking of psilocybin-related issues as use in the...

US researchers call for better education, tracking, and health system preparedness in response to a substantial increase in poison center calls on psilocybin use. The team from the University of...

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Wellness icon Deepak Chopra partners with Qualia Life Sciences

Globally recognized wellness pioneer and best-selling author Dr. Deepak Chopra officially endorses the Qualia Life Sciences supplement brand — a company known for its scientifically sophisticated...

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Balchem on brain health: Trending ingredients for mental performance

As consumer interest in cognitive health continues to surge, nutrition companies are stepping up with science-backed solutions aimed at boosting mental performance, mood, and focus. We talk with...

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Scientist to explore gut microbes for healthy aging with new research funding

The UK Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) has awarded Dr. Aimee Parker from the country’s Quadram Institute a 2024 fellowship to support her research on reversing...

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iHerb unveils “practitioner-grade” supplements for targeted nutrition

Online health and wellness retailer, iHerb, moves into the professional-grade supplement space with the addition of three brands: Metagenics, Pure Encapsulations, and Designs for Health. These brands...

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Research finds dsm-firmenich synbiotic can reduce fatigue symptoms...

A clinical trial on a dsm-firmenich synbiotic blend finds that daily three-month supplementation may help manage key clinical features of post-COVID-19 chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). The combination...

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Beyond feeding: Africa advocates challenge aid and champion food sovereignty

As calls grow to decolonize African food systems, advocates push beyond aid and exports, calling for a change in the narrative to nourishment. Nutrition Insight explores how Germany’s trade and aid...

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Lifesum Partners with Consupedia for advanced AI-driven food transparency

Nutrition tracking app, Lifesum, reveals it is partnering with Consupedia, a Swedish food insight platform born from academic research, to strengthen food transparency and nutrition personalization....

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Revolutionizing farming: Circular and regenerative agriculture in focus

Regenerative agriculture, biodiversity monitoring, and circular production are reshaping food and supplement supply chains — cutting emissions, restoring soil, and empowering farmers toward a...

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Nektium’s water‑soluble mango leaf extract boosts focus and mood in clinical...

A new clinical study confirms the brain health benefits of a water-soluble version of Zynamite, the patented mango leaf extract from Nektium. According to the company, the study’s results open the...

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Medically tailored meals could save US$32B annually in healthcare costs,...

Researchers at the US Food is Medicine Institute predict that nationwide implementation of medically tailored meals could save around US$32.1 billion in healthcare costs across 49 states in the first...

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Kensing unveils sustainable vitamin E from upcycled sunflowers

Kensing reveals the company is expanding its plant-based vitamin E offerings with the international launch of Sun E, following the acquisition of Advanced Organic Materials. Sun E is a non‑GMO,...

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New pollen-free nutritious diet could save honeybee colonies, say scientists

Scientists have created a new food source that can sustain honeybee colonies indefinitely without natural pollen. Like food made for pets and farm animals, the bars contain essential nutrients the bees...

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Research cautions diets high in fat and sugar can impair brain function

University of Sydney, Australia, researchers reveal that high-fat and high-sugar diets negatively affect people’s spatial navigation — learning and remembering a path from one location to another. The...

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US FDA watchdog collapsing? Baby formula safety under fire

Experts are warning that the US FDA is failing to protect infant formula safety, citing inaction on toxic contaminants, nano ingredients, and regulatory conflicts of interest. We speak to the Center...

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Single-dose psychedelic boosts cognitive flexibility for weeks in...

A single dose of a psychedelic compound can enhance cognitive flexibility for weeks after administration, according to new research from the University of Michigan, US. The team notes that their...

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Sea lettuce packs 29x more vitamin B12 than beef, research finds

Scientists have discovered that sea lettuce is a rich source of true vitamin B12. The protein extracted as a dried ingredient contained 29 times more B12 than cooked beef. Vitamin B12 is largely found...

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