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Vitamin C: Two kiwis a day shown to boost skin collagen and support cell renewal
Vitamin C: Two kiwis a day shown to boost skin collagen and support cell renewal
According to a new “breakthrough” study, vitamin C intake directly influences collagen production and skin renewal. The publication in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology reveals that consuming more fruit boosts vitamin levels in blood plasma, which leads to increased vitamin C levels in the skin.Nutrition Insight speaks with the study lead author, Margreet Vissers, research professor at the University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand, who suggests that the skin efficiently absorbs vitamin C from the bloodstream. She notes a “surprising” and strong correlation between plasma and skin vitamin C.
Beyond infant nutrition: HMOs extend into healthy aging, nootropics & disease prevention
Beyond infant nutrition: HMOs extend into healthy aging, nootropics & disease prevention
While predominantly linked to infant formula, human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are moving into adult nutrition as research connects them to gut, metabolic, and healthy-aging benefits, with further opportunities in sports and medical nutrition.Experts from Cabio, dsm-firmenich, and Novonesis tell Nutrition Insight how HMOs complement lifestyle-related disease prevention, while FrieslandCampina Ingredients highlights how pairing galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) with HMOs broadens oligosaccharide diversity for infants.
FiE 2025: Junbunzlauer unlocks mineral formulations for gummy supplements
FiE 2025: Junbunzlauer unlocks mineral formulations for gummy supplements
At the recent Food ingredients Europe (FiE) 2025 trade show in Paris, France, Jungbunzlauer highlighted its latest mineral innovations, enabling their use in ever-popular gummy supplements. These solutions aim to help brands deliver formulations with an optimal mineral absorption without impacting taste or texture. At the trade show floor, Nutrition Insight met with Dr. Sabrina Weiher, product manager at Jungbunzlauer, to discuss how the company’s solutions address mineral formulation challenges. 
Quatrefolic® Proven to Boost Skin Protection and Regeneration
Quatrefolic® Proven to Boost Skin Protection and Regeneration
Discover how Quatrefolic® can elevate your next formulation. New research confirms its ability to reduce oxidative stress, enhance cellular repair, and improve fibroblast activity—delivering measurable, science-backed benefits for skin health. As demand for effective nutricosmetic solutions grows, Quatrefolic® stands out as a premium, reliable ingredient supported by proven performance.

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FrieslandCampina Ingredients to acquire Wisconsin Whey Protein to boost market position
FrieslandCampina Ingredients to acquire Wisconsin Whey Protein to boost market position

FrieslandCampina has announced its intention to acquire US-based Wisconsin Whey Protein, which will be integrated into FrieslandCampina Ingredients. Additionally, the company will establish a new North American application center. Guus Aerts, global director marketing & product strategy at FrieslandCampina Ingredients, tells us how these developments affect the supplier’s market position and highlights the next-generation protein capabilities they may unlock.

FiE 2025 review: Nutrition-forward ingredients ignite healthier food and beverage innovation
FiE 2025 review: Nutrition-forward ingredients ignite healthier food and beverage innovation
This year’s Food ingredients Europe (FiE) brought together food, beverage, and nutrition companies in Paris, France (Dec 2–4). The trade show highlighted the latest innovations to help brands make healthier products without compromising taste or texture. Ingredient suppliers showcased their biotics, botanicals, proteins, vitamins, and minerals to support a range of nutritional and supplement options for metabolic health, mental wellness, digestion, sports nutrition, heart health, and women’s health.

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Sabinsa’s nut grass extract Cirpusins found to significantly aid weight loss
Sabinsa’s nut grass extract Cirpusins found to significantly aid weight loss
New research confirms the weight management efficacy of Sabinsa’s standardized extract of Cyperus rotundus, also known as nut grass or purple nut sedge. Branded Cirpusins, the extract contains 6–8% of the natural polyphenolic compounds stilbenes (scirpusin A, scirpusin B, and piceatannol). Preclinical studies indicate that it was effective in reducing adipogenesis and weight gain. Participants who consumed Cyperus rotundus extract 500 mg with 5 mg of Sabinsa’s BioPerine (a patented, standardized piperine extract from Piper nigrum) twice daily for 90 days, along with a recommended physical activity and diet regimen, saw a significant decrease in body weight, body mass index (BMI), waist, and hip circumference.
Kale bioaccessibility improves when paired with oil dressings, experts suggest
Kale bioaccessibility improves when paired with oil dressings, experts suggest
Oil-based dressings or sauces can enhance the absorption of beneficial carotenoids from kale, finds recent research. Researchers from the University of Missouri, US, point out that kale needs proper preparation, as the body struggles to absorb the fat-soluble nutrients in raw and cooked kale. This is how nanoemulsion-based sauces significantly improve absorption. 
Arla Foods Ingredients advances low-phenylalanine medical nutrition with...
Arla Foods Ingredients advances low-phenylalanine medical nutrition with Lacprodan CGMP-30
Arla Foods Ingredients has launched Lacprodan CGMP-30, a new casein glycomacropeptide (CGMP) with significantly reduced levels of phenylalanine, by around 50%, compared to its predecessor, Lacprodan CGMP-20. The supplier highlights that the ingredient is particularly suitable for patients sensitive to the amino acid phenylalanine, which is naturally abundant in dietary proteins.  The alternative offers the same benefits as Lacprodan CGMP-20, which already contains very low levels of phenylalanine to address dietary challenges associated with phenylketonuria.
Lemme launches Burn Body Composition Gummies to boost metabolism and reduce...
Lemme launches Burn Body Composition Gummies to boost metabolism and reduce visceral fat
Kourtney Kardashian Barker’s vitamin and supplement brand Lemme has launched Lemme Burn Body Composition Gummies, adding to its offerings in metabolic wellness that include Lemme Burn Capsules and a supplement designed to boost GLP-1 levels. Formulated with clinically studied red orange extract, chromium, and essential B vitamins, the supplement claims to support visceral fat reduction, activate metabolism, and promote healthy body composition.
FiE 2025: Nutrition innovations for longevity, metabolic health, and mental...
FiE 2025: Nutrition innovations for longevity, metabolic health, and mental wellness
At the recent Food ingredients Europe (FiE) trade show in Paris, France, nutrition companies showcased their innovations to support healthy aging, weight management, mental well-being, metabolic health, and skin longevity. On the show floor, Nutrition Insight met with ADM, Arla Foods Ingredients, Monteloeder by SuanNutra, and PB Leiner to discuss how their science-backed biotics, protein, botanicals, and collagen can be incorporated into everyday foods and beverages. At FiE, ADM won the Health Innovation award for its Lactobacillus gasseri CP2305 postbiotic, which supports stress, mood, and sleep. Marie-Bénédicte Charpentier, marketing director for EMEA at ADM, told us this ingredient is a “new star” in functional postbiotics. 
dsm-firmenich reveals top 2026 flavor as consumers seek calm and revitalization
dsm-firmenich reveals top 2026 flavor as consumers seek calm and revitalization

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“Frosted Star Anise” has been crowned by dsm-firmenich as its Flavor of the Year for 2026. This flavor draws from Pantone’s Color of the Year 2026: “Pantone Cloud Dancer,” a white hue that inspired dsm-firmenich to elevate both an ingredient and a feeling as its anticipated 2026 winning flavor. Together, these emotional indicators reflect a growing global desire for calm in an increasingly fast-paced world, notes the nutrition and health-focused company.
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“Reboot the system”: WHO’s new GLP-1 guidance urges...
The WHO warns that the current production levels of GLP-1 therapies are insufficient to equitably provide care for the billion people suffering from obesity. While advocating the long-term use of these medications, it calls for health care systems to focus on person-centered care with fair access to treatments. As the WHO approves the long-term use of GLP-1 (over six months), it also suggests combining it with intensive behavioral therapy (IBT). This involves creating structured goals for exercise and diet, restricting energy intake, receiving weekly counseling, and conducting routine progress assessments. 
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“Feeding Healthy Tomorrows”: How Univar Solutions supports...
As consumer interest in wellness, healthy aging, and performance nutrition continues to grow, ingredient suppliers are adjusting their portfolios and development strategies to meet new demands. Addressing this, Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions is innovating around GLP-1-related dietary changes, rising expectations around protein quality and functionality, and increasing attention to sustainability in formulation.
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November in review: GLP-1 breakthroughs, UPFs under fire,...
November’s highlights include a spike in global debates over ultra-processed foods (UPFs), US nutrition assistance, Nestlé’s dismissal of added sugar accusations in infant cereal, and our talk with TRAFFIC on the international trade in wild-collected plants.In our November review, Nutrition Insight highlights some of the month’s biggest stories, including breakthrough GLP-1 research and drug development, our discussion with AAK on the impact of supply chains on nutrition innovation, and Novonesis’ latest insights into microbiome-focused healthy longevity innovations.In addition, key industry players told us the active nutrition market is exploring plant-based alternatives to meet sustainability demands from consumers. We also explored women’s health, longevity, and GLP-1 complementary solutions presented at SupplySide Global this year, while AG1 and UC Davis experts told us how they aim to advance metabolic health. 

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HMOs: From science to solution, powering nutrition for all life stagesDec2025

Innova Market Insights data indicate an 18% average annual growth in HMO (human milk oligosaccharide) ingredient use for all life stages nutrition, including infant nutrition and supplement launches. ...

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Beauty-from-within Dec 2025

According to a survey from Innova Market Insights, 28% of global consumers take supplements to maintain and improve physical appearance, highlighting the ongoing growth in supplement launches with skin health and beauty claims. Europe leads in global launches. Top ingredients include vitamins, hyaluronic acid, and collagen.

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Trends in supplements for men’s healthDec 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows that 58% of male consumers globally take multivitamins and minerals to age healthily. This has fueled the increase in men’s health supplements, with a +5% year-over-year growth from October 2023 to September 2025. Zinc and vitamin B were the leading ingredients in men’s health supplement launches, while cassia is an exciting new ingredient showing growth.

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FrieslandCampina Ingredients to acquire Wisconsin Whey Protein to boost market position

FrieslandCampina has announced its intention to acquire US-based Wisconsin Whey Protein, which will be integrated into FrieslandCampina Ingredients....

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