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CPHI Milan 2026: Fuji Chemical to present astaxanthin for children’s digital eye strain

At CPHI Milan next month, Fuji Chemical Industries is going to be presenting new clinical evidence on digital eye strain in children. It will spotlight natural astaxanthin from AstaReal, the company’s subsidiary, as a solution to this concern, along with health span applications.Digital eye strain is increasingly becoming relevant as screen use now starts from a young age, Yumiko Kajiwara, the company’s manager for Marketing G and Life Science Sales G, International Sales & Marketing, tells Nutrition Insight.
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Arla Foods Ingredients & Valio target GLP-1 and healthy aging needs with dairy proteins
As the global appetite for high-quality dairy protein surges, functional ingredient leaders are innovating with next-generation proteins designed to address evolving health trends — from GLP-1 companion nutrition to multifunctional healthy aging solutions. Nutrition Insight sits down with representatives from Arla Foods Ingredients and Valio to discuss GLP-1-driven weight-loss nutrition, high-purity whey innovations, advanced milk fractionation, and navigating global regulatory and supply chain hurdles.
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Webinar preview: Lactalis Ingredients targets protein bar hardening as GLP-1 reshapes demand 
Dairy protein supplier Lactalis Ingredients says the market for protein bars is growing rapidly across North America, Europe, and Asia. However, the company notes that bar formats with very high protein loads still tend to leave a hard and crumbly texture before the end of its shelf life. The ingredient producer says the answer to this challenge lies in the choice of protein and singles out casein as the ingredient that keeps a high-protein bar soft on the shelf. 
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All killer, no filler: Probiotic activates NK cells to target immune ageing
Healthy ageing starts earlier than many consumers think. This technical report explores the role of natural killer (NK) cells in healthy ageing and how SYNMUE™, featuring Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP28, supports natural killer (NK) cell activity, backed by clinical evidence and formulation opportunities for brands targeting the longevity market.

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Webinar Aging Is Inevitable. Longevity Is Negotiable
Aging Is Inevitable. Longevity Is Negotiable
This webinar takes you inside that science. You'll see how curcumin's reduced metabolites, known as tetrahydrocurcuminoids, extended lifespan in fruit fly studies by activating the same sirtuin pathway triggered by caloric restriction. You'll learn how thymoquinone, the primary active in black seed extract, supports the body's natural antioxidant defenses and helps maintain a balanced inflammatory response. And you'll discover how pterostilbene, a more stable analog of resveratrol, activates SIRT1 to support mitochondrial function, the cellular engine that powers everything from energy to resilience.
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Ujala Life Sciences explores Asia’s next nutraceutical growth areas
Silvi Siddhu, senior vice president at Ujala Life Sciences, explores the key trends shaping Asia’s nutraceutical industry. She discusses the growing focus on healthy longevity, gut microbiome health, women’s health and GLP-1 companion nutrition, alongside rising demand for science-backed solutions. Siddhu also highlights how precision fermentation, traditional health ingredients and climate-resilient innovation could influence the industry’s next phase of growth.

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Pilot links intermittent fasting to lower Huntington’s disease severity without...
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Findings from a 12-week pilot study reveal that individuals with early-stage Huntington’s disease showed less disease severity after safely completing intermittent fasting, also known as time-restricted eating. Under the protocol, the 20 participants limited their eating window to six to eight hours each day. This is the first clinical study to test time-restricted eating in people with Huntington’s disease, according to its authors. Nutrition Insight learns more about the findings from first author, Russell Wells, a medical student at Oregon Health & Science University, US.
Trial shows that medically tailored groceries lower blood sugar in type 2...
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A study has found that medically tailored groceries for people with type 2 diabetes can significantly lower blood sugar. For the intervention, Foodsmart delivered telehealth nutrition counseling, weekly home-delivered and medically-tailored groceries, and matched recipes. The randomized controlled trial showed that the adults receiving these services had improved blood sugar and were more likely to become food- and nutrition-secure, compared with those receiving standard care.
Akay Bioactives trial finds ThymoDream comparable to melatonin in sleep support
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A small randomized human clinical trial has found that Akay Bioactives’ ThymoDream ingredient improved key sleep parameters and demonstrated comparable outcomes to melatonin in select measures. Participants using the patented black cumin seed oil also had lower daytime sleepiness scores after seven days compared with melatonin use. The randomized, double-blind, active-controlled crossover study included 24 healthy volunteers with self-reported sleep disturbances. The researchers compared the efficacy and safety of ThymoDream at 200 mg per night to 5 mg of melatonin per night. 
Overheating soy protein isolate cuts amino acid availability, mouse study finds
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Overcooking food can have adverse effects on food quality, particularly on plant-based amino acid availability and digestibility, according to a new mouse study. When overheated soy protein isolate was fed to mice, scientists observed changes in physiological and behavioral responses. While home-cooked meals are easier to control, the analysis indicates that processed food may be subject to severe heating during production.
Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals launches IGF-1 peptide dietary supplement in the US
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Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals has announced the second launch phase of its Pro IGF-1 Peptide dietary supplement to the US market. The product is based on insulin-like growth factor type 1 (IGF-1) peptide extracted from whey protein, which the company claims is more effective than growth hormone for muscle growth due to its stability and absorption in the gut. IGF-1 is a hormone naturally produced in the liver that plays a role in the human body’s growth and development. IGF-1 is at its highest level in the body during childhood and adolescence.
Affordability reshapes reformulation strategies at Fi Asia Indonesia 2026
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A cheaper ingredient does not necessarily produce a cheaper food. That message surfaced repeatedly last week at Fi Asia Indonesia 2026, where suppliers described reformulation as a chain of decisions involving price, nutrition, labeling, taste, and texture. Affordability was less a separate trend than the boundary around every other ambition, as the formulation trends shaping the event made clear.
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Natural sweeteners rise as GLP-1 users opt for “positive...
Many brands are reformulating products or creating new ones in response to evolving consumer trends, driven by GLP-1 use, label scrutiny, and demand for natural products. In alignment with the clean label movement, the industry is innovating around healthier sweeteners to replace artificial additives so that consumers can enjoy foods without giving up daily eating habits and indulgences.Nutrition Insight discusses emerging trends in natural sweeteners with experts from Ingredion, Phynova, Layn Natural Ingredients, ADM, and Mane. We previously explored what brands are asking for most right now in sugar reduction and what the biggest technical barriers are for optimal efficacy and sensorial appeal.
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Webinar preview: Sabinsa targets dose load as formulators...
Several biological systems break down at once as the body ages. Redox balance shifts, immune activity tips toward chronic low-grade inflammation, metabolic flexibility fades, the gut barrier weakens, and cognitive sharpness dulls. Researchers group these changes under the hallmarks of aging, and that framework is reshaping how the nutrition industry approaches longevity formulation.
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Probiotic supplement use jumps 287% in US adults but fiber...
New research reveals that probiotic supplement consumption has surged in the US between 2009 and 2023 — jumping 287% among adults and 786% among people under 20. Despite this trend, eating patterns around microbiome-supporting foods remained virtually unchanged. Fiber intake did not meaningfully change within this period, while the average consumption of high-microbial foods — including vegetables, fruits, legumes, and whole grains — slightly rose.

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Nutraceutical delivery formatsAug2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that more than one-third of consumers take supplements daily, alongside continued growth in supplement launches and an expanding variety of delivery formats. Whil...

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New-age dairy proteins Sep 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that sports nutrition and supplement launches featuring dairy protein ingredients are gaining ground, with over 20% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Whey protein and milk protein remain the leading ingredients in these launches, but other proteins are emerging, such as casein.

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Mind and mood support trendsSep 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that mind and mood claims in supplement launches grew at a 5% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Europe accounted for the highest share of launches, with vitamins & minerals as the leading subcategory. Vitamin B6 was the leading ingredient, while sage was the fastest-growing ingredient.

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Webinar Aging Is Inevitable. Longevity Is Negotiable
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Aging Is Inevitable. Longevity Is Negotiable

This webinar takes you inside that science. You'll see how curcumin's reduced metabolites, known as tetrahydrocurcuminoids, extended lifespan in fruit fly studies by activating the same sirtuin pathway triggered by caloric restriction. You'll learn how thymoquinone, the primary active in black...

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