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NGOs demand urgent reform as global aid cuts may shift to private-sector investment

NGOs demand urgent reform as global aid cuts may shift to private-sector investment

The sudden withdrawal of global humanitarian aid for malnutrition and health security, including steep cuts to USAID programs by the US administration and a proposed shift of resources to private-sector investments, has drained the pockets of numerous welfare organizations.As these organizations call for funding, Nutrition Insight explores the potential for significant reforms to sustain support. We also speak with a Center for Global Development expert to examine the direct impacts on public health and nutrition.
Optimizing heart health: Younger generations drive preventive cardiovascular supplements
Optimizing heart health: Younger generations drive preventive cardiovascular supplements
The cardiovascular and heart health nutrition market is evolving from disease management to proactive prevention and supporting an active lifestyle. Experts observe a growing consumer base that seeks science-backed and targeted solutions, with opportunities in multi-functional products and probiotics. Nutrition Insight discusses the changing cardiovascular health market and the latest cardiovascular and heart health solutions with Gnosis by Lesaffre, Balchem, Pharmactive Biotech, HTBA, and AB-Biotics. 
Sustainable fiber fortification: PhenOlives touts benefits of upcycled olive flour
Sustainable fiber fortification: PhenOlives touts benefits of upcycled olive flour
As consumers become more aware of the health benefits of fiber, the food and beverage industry is responding with a surge of fiber-fortifying innovations and ingredients. At the same time, sustainability is an increasing concern for consumers and customers.
NPEW 2025: Aker BioMarine talks krill oil’s broad functionalities for sports and women’s health
NPEW 2025: Aker BioMarine talks krill oil’s broad functionalities for sports and women’s health

Matts Johansen, CEO of AkerBioMarine, presented the company’s krill oil applications for sports nutrition and women’s health as well as its skin hydration, heart wellness, prenatal care, weight management, and brain health benefits. He also details new research on the benefits of krill oil in weight management that is underway, alongside the company’s ongoing exploration of the anti-aging segment.

NPEW 2025 review: Top trends in healthier foods, functional beverages, and nutrition innovations
NPEW 2025 review: Top trends in healthier foods, functional beverages, and nutrition innovations
At Natural Products Expo West (NPEW) in Anaheim, California, US, the food and nutrition industries showcased their latest innovation in healthier food options, snacks, beverages, and supplements. Weight management, active nutrition, and products for gut, brain, mood, and women’s health took center stage. Exhibitors featured a wide selection of functional hydration, new delivery formats, low- or no-sugar foods, alt-dairy, fibers, and biotics. Protein reigned supreme, from plant-based options to whey, real meat, and eggs, across applications in sports bars, powder, snacks, pasta sauce, and clear drinks.
UK’s Starmer scraps NHS England to cut red tape and improve efficiency but patients worry about care quality
UK’s Starmer scraps NHS England to cut red tape and improve efficiency but patients worry about care quality
UK PM Keir Starmer is re-merging the National Health Service (NHS) England with the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to, in his words, lower bureaucracy, cut costs, and improve patient care. The NHS is England’s publicly funded healthcare system that provides care and treatment. For nutrition, it informs dietary guidelines and policy, weight management and diabetes prevention, and hospital nutrition, including public health campaigns. Citing the move as the “world’s largest quango scrapped,” the government wants to put patients first under reforms. Based on Lord Ara Darzi’s independent investigation, the effects of the NHS’ broken system on patients are felt today, with some worse off.

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The science of longevity: dsm-firmenich talks healthy aging innovations
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As the global population ages, demand for science-backed supplements and functional ingredients designed to support longevity, mobility, and overall well-being is increasing. Consumers are increasingly prioritizing proactive approaches to aging, seeking solutions that go beyond basic multivitamins to target cognitive health, muscle maintenance, and gut microbiome balance.
Beyond The Headlines: dsm-firmenich’s patent victory, Pipa’s latest digital formulation solution
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This week in industry news, dsm-firmenich won its patent infringement case in the UK against a Canada-based firm’s intellectual property breach of a breakthrough processing technology. Pipa unveiled a SaaS platform to help CPG companies accelerate product innovation and improve production efficiency. Meanwhile, a US study drew insights from a Native American community to form a standard method of tailoring nutrition education specifically to indigenous diets.
Healthy plant-based diet may reduce premature death risk in chronic illness, study reveals
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A new research suggests that people with cardiometabolic disorders, such as obesity, diabetes, or heart disease, who adopt a healthy plant-based diet may lower the risk of premature death. These disorders affect the health of a person’s cardiovascular system and how the body processes food. They are the result of several genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Closer adherence to healthful diets was associated with a 17–24% lower risk of death from any cause, cardiovascular disease, or cancer. Meanwhile, people with a closer adherence to unhealthful plant-based diets had a 28–36% higher risk of death from any cause, cardiovascular disease, or cancer. 
Botanical boost: Mibelle Biochemistry’s nutrient slows aging and enhances sleep quality
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A recent study backs Mibelle Biochemistry’s botanical ingredient MonaJuventa Nu for significantly slowing biological aging. Researchers from the cosmetic ingredient supplier and the University of Padua, Italy, found a daily supplement of 100 mg improved epigenetic aging, telomere length, and quality of life in participants, particularly in high-stress professions.
Exploring African botanicals and medicinal plants for new nutrition solutions
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The nutrition industry continuously explores new plants and compounds for various health benefits. Suppliers of African botanicals bring attention to the continent’s wide range of native species, many of which are not well known on international markets.Nutrition Insight meets with Baobab Exports, Blue Sky Botanics, and Baobab des Saveurs to examine their ingredient offerings from the region. 
Compassion in World Farming issues warning over slow progress on poultry welfare standards
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Compassion in World Farming (CIWF) calls for companies to commit to improving animal welfare and sign up to the voluntary Better Chicken Commitment (BCC), a detailed set of science-based criteria designed to improve the lives of chickens reared for food, build brand reputation, and meet expectations from consumers, shareholders, and investors.
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Innova Market Insights data reveals a 21% compound annual growth in global pet food launches between 2020 and 2024, with Europe accounting for half of total launches. Digestive/gut health was the top ...

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Innova Market Insights data indicates a +3% average annual growth in supplements for eye health from 2020 to 2024, with ingredients like sunflower seed oil, zinc bis-glycinate, and alpha-tocopherol gaining popularity for their eye-supporting benefits.

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Innova Market Insights data indicates 14% year-over-year growth for brain-mood health claims in supplements from October 2022 to September 2024. Of these launches, 30% were botanical/herbal supplements.

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