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SupplySide Global 2026: Clasado Biosciences and Probi unpack the next phase of gut health

Clasado Biosciences and Probi will feature their biotics at the upcoming SupplySide Global trade show (Oct 28–30), as consumer demand for gut health expands to more targeted solutions. The companies tell Nutrition Insight about trends shaping the biotics market. At the event in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, Clasado Biosciences will showcase its flagship prebiotic galactooligosaccharide (GOS) ingredient, Bimuno GOS, while Probi will highlight its pro- and postbiotics, such as the Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP299V strain. 
Sports nutrition supplements
Hybrid formulas, casein innovation & cellular health fuel sports nutrition
The sports nutrition category is sprinting beyond basic muscle recovery toward multifunctional everyday wellness solutions that address gut health, mental clarity, and longevity. Younger consumers are driving demand for clear protein drinks, functional hydration, and hybrid formulas blending adaptogens and prebiotics. Meanwhile, innovations such as rennet casein for softer bars, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) precursors for cellular energy, and cortisol-balancing botanicals are transforming everyday formats into more targeted, high-density nutrition.
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Aker BioMarine backs krill oil as premium and sustainable alternative to fish oil
Amid ongoing pressure on traditional fish oil supplies for omega-3s, Aker BioMarine positions krill oil as a sustainable alternative. The krill oil specialist notes that this omega-3 source offers better user experience, absorption, and targeted health benefits than traditional fish-oil-based solutions. Nutrition Insight continues its conversation with Ross Norris, general manager for Asia-Pacific at Aker BioMarine, who previously warned that omega-3 demand could outstrip fish oil supply in 2027, urging brands to diversify their sources with alternatives such as algae and krill oil. 
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Uncover the next frontier in digestive health innovation: histamine intolerance
The most overlooked opportunity in digestive health right now? Histamine intolerance.

Consumer interest is building, but solutions are still relatively underdeveloped. What’s driving the shift – and why could enzymes be part of what comes next? Explore the trends, science and untapped potential around histamine intolerance in our latest guide.

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Pure love deserves a pure start: Solutions that give the best start from day one
Join us to explore how the latest DHA guidelines can inform product innovation. We’ll cover the recommended intake levels, highlight the gap between recommendations and current prenatal formulations, and discuss the barriers that prevent women from staying on their supplements. These include pill burden and digestive discomfort, which lead nearly 30% of women to discontinue use. We'll conclude by showcasing how life'sDHA® gummies, Smart Chews, and capsules help overcome these challenges with high-dose DHA in formats women prefer and stay with.
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CPHI Milan 2026 review: Pharma standards raise the bar for nutraceuticals
At CPHI Milan 2026 in Italy (Oct 6–8), suppliers said nutraceutical ingredients are increasingly meeting pharmaceutical standards. Companies told Nutrition Insight that pharma interest in biotics is growing, while clinical evidence helps nutraceutical firms enter the medical sector. Exhibitors featured natural extracts, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, proteins, fiber, and lipids, along with innovations in delivery formats. Metabolic health continues to dominate trends, women’s health is growing rapidly, and sustainability concerns are shaping supply chains.  
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Fiber for bones? Prebiotic soluble corn fiber boosts bone mass in teen girls,...
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Early adolescent girls adding a prebiotic soluble corn fiber to their usual diets built more bone than those taking a placebo, according to findings from a new double-blind, randomized clinical trial. The 12-month study led by Florida International University (FIU), US, found that bone mineral content in 9- to 14-year-old girls supplementing with 12 g per day of the prebiotic increased by 18.8% (a gain of 216.3 g), compared to 12.9% (139.9 g) in the placebo group receiving 12 g of maltodextrin daily.
FDA panel recommends peptides its own scientists rejected, CSPI warns
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The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is raising alarm bells over the Trump administration’s attempt to make peptides more widely available to consumers. The US FDA’s newly appointed advisors, who are alleged to have links to the peptide market, seek to legitimize some of these short-chain amino acids, going against the organization’s scientists’ recommendations.
Paul Stamets’ Fungi Perfecti maps first full genome of endangered Agarikon
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Mycologist Paul Stamets, founder and chief scientific officer of Fungi Perfecti, and scientists at the company have made headway in fungal research with the publication of the first complete genome assembly of the endangered Agarikon fungus (Laricifomes officinalis syn. Fomitopsis officinalis). The rare and ancient wood-decay species has been integral to traditional wellness practices for more than a millennium across various cultures and is increasingly threatened by habitat loss and environmental change, according to the specialists.
Natix warns fake bromelain passes protease-based identity tests, as new methods...
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Nutraceutical and pharmaceutical brands are increasingly seeking out enzymes for various applications due to their scientific efficacy, clean label, and traceable natural origins, Stefaan Vandaele, CEO of Natix, tells Nutrition Insight. He especially draws attention to bromelain’s growing popularity, which is threatened by a limited supply, giving rise to fake bromelains due to the limitations of verification tests today. However, new tests are being developed and are coming soon. 
Odacova Health’s nine-year dog study links MHCR-1 to calorie restriction...
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Odacova Health is highlighting findings from a nine-year canine research program surrounding the performance and safety of its lead bioactive, MHCR-1. The bionutrition company designed the botanical-derived ingredient based on the biology of calorie restriction, translating it into a “healthy-aging platform for dogs without requiring them to eat less.” The ingredient was developedin collaboration with former National Institute on Aging (NIA) scientists who co-originated calorie restriction mimetics. The multi-year study evaluated MHCR-1’s impact on dogs’ metabolic health, age-associated gene expression, muscle function, and safety.
El Niño reshapes food commodity risks as supply pressures diverge
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El Niño’s impact on the F&B industry is already visible, but manufacturers are not facing a uniform shock. From cocoa and coffee to sugar, palm oil, and seafood, the effects are emerging at different speeds — with some markets already pricing in disruption while physical supply pressures in others may take longer to materialize. El Niño is a recurring climate pattern in which unusually warm Pacific Ocean waters disrupt weather patterns around the world.
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CPHI Milan 2026 review: Pharma standards and GLP-1 trends...
Nutraceuticals are increasingly sought out by the pharmaceutical industry. This demand is raising the bar for ingredients — nutrition companies are increasingly investing in the science behind their products to better support consumers’ health targets. Although nutrition approaches are disease-preventative, and pharma solutions aim to cure, exhibitors at CPHI Milan 2026 told Nutrition Insight that the divide between the two fields is closing. 
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GLP-1 users reshape nutrition product development, say ADM,...
The use of GLP-1 medications for weight loss continues to rise. The Gallup National Health and Well-Being Index estimates that 11% of US adults took these medications for weight loss in 2026, compared to 3% in 2024. Experts from ADM, Synergy Flavours, and Cargill tell Nutrition Insight how the growing use of these medications changes the nutrition industry’s approach to product development. They also point to nutritional challenges for people using these drugs, key formulation considerations, and their expectations surrounding the evolving GLP-1 companion nutrition market. 
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Industry pushes personalized nutrition beyond the niche...
Suppliers are exploring the potential to scale personalized nutrition beyond highly individualized products. Advances in AI, health tracking, and consumer data are sharpening personalization, driving formulators to deliver more targeted benefits. From multifunctional supplements and premixes to solutions for specific health outcomes or consumer segments, the industry is increasingly looking at products that combine efficacy, stability, sensory performance, and scalability. 

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The rise of cranberry in women’s healthOct2026

 Innova Market Insights data indicates that cranberry is a familiar ingredient among female consumers in the US and Western Europe, with one in four consumers reporting cranberry consumption. This fam...

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HMO advancements Oct 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that global product launches featuring HMO ingredients grew by 5% year over year, comparing July 2025 – June 2026 with July 2024 – June 2025. 2'-Fucosyllactose was the leading HMO ingredient, accounting for 86% of NPD, while 3-Fucosyllactose recorded the fastest growth in new launches, highlighting potential opportunities for innovation.

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Workout optimization nutritionOct 2026

Innova Market Insights data reveals growing consumer interest in sports nutrition, with launches growing at a +17% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Innovation is increasingly focused on collagen, with claims and, in particular, peptides gaining momentum.

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CPHI Milan 2026 recap: Nutrition suppliers see affordability squeeze alongside metabolic health boom

At CPHI Milan 2026, AB Biotics, Fermenta Biotech, Ingredia, Probiotical, and Select Botanical told us what buyers asked of them this year. Affordability is shaping the macro picture, while metabolic health and inflammation drive trends. Women’s health and hormone balance dominated while...

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