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Scientists dispute ultra-processed food definition and research on health impact

04 Jul 2024 --- The impact of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) on health and disease risk is extensively studied, with researchers presenting the latest findings at the recent International Congress on Obesity (ICO 2024) and the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition (Nutrition 2024). While one study found that UPF consumption increased the risk of death, another suggests that limiting...

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Exploring the science behind strain synergy in next-gen probiotic solutions

28 Jun 2024 --- Continuing our conversation with functional ingredient specialists, Nutrition Insight catches up with AB-Biotics, Nutrition21, Bioiberica and Gencor for insights about tailoring specific strains and genomes for gut health. Meanwhile, strides are being made to perfect ingredients for joint and women’s health and ingestible skin and hair beauty.

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New research links plant-sourced ultra-processed foods to poorer heart health

27 Jun 2024 --- Amid ongoing scientific evidence linking ultra-processed foods (UPFs) to increased health risks, dietary guidelines frequently advise adding plant-based foods to a diet. However, a new study reveals that UPFs with mainly plant-based ingredients are not necessarily healthier, linking these to a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases and death. Instead, the researchers advise to...

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Functional Ingredient Trends for Innovators

The stats don't lie; consumers are searching for functional foods and beverages, and it's a huge trend. From hydration, performance, and energy to mood, mental sharpness, and immunity, consumers eat and drink their way to healthier living. With no signs of a slowdown, innovation is the key. This Technical Paper is brought to you by Gencor.

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Postbiotics in Focus: A New Approach to Holistic Health

Deep dive into the world of biotics and the microbiome. This webinar brought to you by KHNI looks to explore the science behind postbiotics, along with the potential role postbiotics can play as a vehicle to meet consumer needs in not only digestive health, but beyond this to other areas of consumer interest, such as immune and cognitive health. The increased focus on postbiotics has been spurred...

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Fi & Hi Asia-China 2024: Food safety top priority for Chinese consumers, flags PB Leiner

Traceability and strict safety standards are of growing importance to the Chinese market, which is showing broad interest in collagen ingredients. Henry Ye, general manager for Asia, explains how PB Leiner is demonstrating full traceability for its fish collagen due to a joint venture with the largest tilapia fish processing company in China. He also describes how cultural differences make fish...

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HNC and Hi & Fi Asia-China 2024 review: Traditional Chinese medicine, beauty ingredients, digital in

Our journalists attended the Healthplex Expo / Natural & Nutraceutical Products China (HNC) and Health Ingredients and Food Ingredients (Hi & Fi) Asia-China event last week. The dynamic trade show, co-located with the Starch Expo, brought together nutraceutical brands with food and health ingredient suppliers. Key...
19 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024 National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai)
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June in review: Live from HNC and Hi & Fi Asia-China, Novonesis’ Capital Markets Day 2024

02 Jul 2024 --- In May’s major health and nutrition industry news, Beneo’s Palatinose ingredient was found to help stimulate glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) in overweight adults, Fonterra talked with us about regenerative farming and we talked with a scientist about the gaps in science surrounding the mental health benefits of Lion’s Mane. In our June review, Nutrition...

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Ingredient synergies: Spotlight on innovative combinations to boost efficacy

04 Jul 2024 --- Amid a growing consumer demand for functional ingredients, holistic health products and effective formulations, the nutrition industry is exploring the potential of ingredient synergies — combinations that enhance... Read More

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Nutrition 2024: Study correlates healthy midlife diet and better life quality in old age

04 Jul 2024 --- A new study confirms the hypothesis that following a healthy diet during midlife correlates with a better quality of life during old age. Conducted by researchers from Harvard TH Chan Public School of Health, the research team... Read More

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Chromadex and Lifeway Foods NAD⁺ and microbiome innovations inform reconstitution of stock indexes

04 Jul 2024 --- Chromadex, an authority on nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) research, and Lifeway Foods, a microbiome-supporting kefir supplier, have been included in the Russell 2000 Index as part of the annual reconstitution of its stock... Read More

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Angel Yeast and fitt8’s innovative protein nougat combines traditional taste with modern nutrition

04 Jul 2024 --- Angel Yeast unveils two innovative products using the company’s alternative protein in partnership with healthy food brand ffit8. The new offerings include a nougat protein bar and a protein nougat snack, which were introduced... Read More

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FDA bans brominated vegetable oil in beverages amid potential health concerns

04 Jul 2024 --- The US FDA has revoked authorization for using brominated vegetable oil in beverages after an updated assessment finds the chemical has the... Read More

Nutrition Focus : Functional ingredients

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 4% average annual growth in functional ingredient NPD from April 2019 to March 2024. Supplements take 67% of launches with functional ingredients, and there is a steep growth in concentrates. Caffeine is the leading functional ingredient, but Chaga Mushroom... More

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Analysis Feature Joint health innovation

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Joint health innovation

Innova Market Insights data indicates that global launches of supplements & sports nutrition products with joint health claims are on the rise, with a +9% year-over-year growth from April 2022 to March 2024. Supplements dominated these launches with an 89% share of NPD. Vitamin C emerged as the leading ingredient, featuring in 36% of joint health products.
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TOP 5 SELECTED INGREDIENTS AS A PERCENTAGE (%) OF SUPPLEMENT & SPORTS NUTRITION LAUNCHES TRACKED WITH JOINT HEALTH (GLOBAL, APRIL 2023 – MARCH 2024)

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