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AI “tissue clocks” find organs age at different rates, opening the door to blood tests

Prolonging health span has been one of the top trends in the nutraceuticals industry this year, and insights into biological aging continue to deepen what longevity means in the nutrition space. In medical research, a new study has found that organs within the body age at different speeds. It suggests that tissue architectures can help inform the monitoring of diseases through noninvasive blood tests that reveal organ ages. 
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Biotics and gut microbiome health drive advanced immune support
Immune health demand is broadening beyond traditional vitamins and minerals as consumers are increasingly looking for solutions targeting the gut microbiome. Nutrition Insight sits down with experts from Novonesis, Lallemand Bio-Ingredients, Lallemand Health Solutions, AB-Biotics, and Clasado Biosciences to discuss how biotics are gaining ground in the category and the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry.
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Puredia champions sea buckthorn ingredients for menopause and skin health in Asia
At the upcoming Vitafoods Asia trade show in Bangkok, Thailand, Puredia will feature its sea buckthorn ingredients, such as Omegia, with applications in healthy aging, menopause symptom support, and beauty-from-within. This standardized formula comprises sea buckthorn fruit and seed oil with a balanced ratio of omega-3, -6, -7, and -9, along with antioxidants and plant sterols. The Omegia Omega-7 FFA (free fatty acids) variant won the Healthy Aging Innovation Award at Vitafoods Europe earlier this year. 
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Whey & Collagen: The Protein Power Couple
A perfect match. Whey and collagen blends are stepping into the spotlight, driven by economic strains in the whey market but also by the undeniable, increasing awareness of collagen peptides and their benefits. Discover how the right blend can offer comprehensive joint support, promote holistic well-being—spanning beauty from within, gut comfort, and even improved sleep—or drive metabolic wellness through effective glucose spike management and natural GLP-1 production.By adding value through price optimization, formulation advantages, and additional health benefits, blending whey protein with premium, science-based collagen peptides such as Peptan® or Nextida® GC holds the potential to be a game-changer. Whether you are developing sports nutrition beverages, functional foods, or holistic health supplements, this session will reveal how leveraging this dynamic mix can help your products stand out on the shelf.
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Valio: Building confidence in dairy ingredients for infant formula

Nutrition Insight speaks with Sari Vahla, head of sales for early life nutrition at Valio, at the company’s headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. Vahla discusses what reliability means for infant formula manufacturers, from fresh Finnish milk and full supply chain traceability to stringent quality controls, batch consistency, and decades of infant nutrition expertise — and how suppliers can help manufacturers build confidence and competitive advantage.

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OPA1 neural protein loss drives high-fat overeating in mice, study finds
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A Japanese research group has published findings from a mouse model study describing how the loss of a protein in the brain can impact weight gain by stimulating cravings that lead to overeating. Specifically, scientists looked at the role of a mitochondrial fusion protein called optic atrophy-1 (OPA1) in maintaining metabolic health. OPA1 is found in the brain’s Melanocortin 4 Receptor (MC4R) neurons in the hypothalamic region, which help modulate mitochondrial functions and energy metabolism. According to the study, its expression increased in response to mice fed a high-fat diet, pointing to its role in sustaining metabolic balance.
IV iron treatments increase 17-fold among Australian women, researchers report
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A study has found a “dramatic” increase in the number of Australian women receiving intravenous (IV) iron treatments in the past decade. Between 2013 and 2024, the researchers found a 17-fold increase in IV iron use among women of reproductive age. In 2024, one in 20 women received the treatment. The increased use between 2013 and 2024 also brought on a substantial increase in cost. The government’s patient spending on the treatment increased from AUD$1.1 million (US$781,232) to AUD$82 million (US$58.2 million). The researchers note that some clinics charge hundreds of dollars per infusion as an out-of-pocket cost for the women.
MIT electrodes extract magnesium from seawater at low cost and high...
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An American Chemical Society (ACS) study has developed a new way of extracting magnesium from seawater using electricity, which is typically derived from energy-intensive methods of crushing and heating rocks. 
Vitafoods Asia preview: Aker BioMarine unpacks APAC omega-3 longevity trends
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Aker BioMarine highlights longevity, cognition, weight management, and heart health as trending health areas in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. At the Vitafoods Asia trade show in Bangkok, Thailand (Sept 2–4), the company will spotlight innovations in krill and algae omega-3s, supply chain resilience, and delivery technology. Nutrition Insight discusses the APAC market for eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) omega-3s with Ross Norris, general manager of Asia-Pacific at Aker BioMarine. 
Zeus Hygia’s berberine nutraceutical boosts metabolic health in clinical trial
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A randomized controlled trial has shown that Metaberine significantly enhances metabolic health factors at a low dosage. The berberine ingredient, by nutraceutical company Zeus Hygia Life Sciences, improved fasting glucose levels, GLP-1 secretion, and lipid profiles compared to placebo, at a five- to seven-fold lower dose than conventional formulations. 
Tate & Lyle sees “white space” as metabolic health enters mainstream F&B
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Food and beverage manufacturers are moving beyond sugar reduction toward a more multifaceted reformulation brief, creating opportunities for ingredients that can simultaneously address sugar and carbohydrate content, fiber enrichment, calories, and product functionality, according to Tate & Lyle. The ingredient supplier’s new report, Future-Proofing Nutrition: Designing Products for Lifelong Metabolic Wellness, argues that growing consumer interest in metabolic health is changing how manufacturers approach healthier product development. For the mainstream F&B sector, the shift is significant because it moves reformulation away from a single target — such as removing sugar — and toward products that can offer consumers positive nutritional attributes, while still delivering on taste, texture, and eating experience. 
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Cargill’s EpiCor postbiotic reduces inflammatory immune...
Newly published research supports the immune-boosting benefits of a single dose of Cargill’s yeast-derived postbiotic EpiCor. Scientists have found the ingredient rapidly modulates inflammatory cytokines and immune surveillance markers in thirty healthy adults. The findings build on a growing body of evidence, including pediatric literature detailing how the ingredient helps reduce cold and flu symptoms in children aged four to 12.
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One-month clinical trial links vegan diet to slower...
A month-long trial on a vegan diet reveals positive epigenetic changes underpinned by reduced inflammation and biological aging markers. The study evidences the impact diets have on molecular biology, suggesting that dietary composition is more important than calorie reduction alone. 
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ATNi urges food industry to prioritize nutrition for...
The Access to Nutrition initiative’s (ATNi) recent webinar explored the main drivers of consumer demands in Africa alongside the role of private-sector strategies and policy frameworks in encouraging the adoption of nutritious diets. Nutrition Insight speaks with the nonprofit to learn how retailers, brands, suppliers, and governments can help improve the food environment in the region.

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Multi-functional collagensAug2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that consumers globally are increasingly incorporating collagen into their diets. As a result, supplement and sports nutrition launches featuring collagen ingredi...

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Ingestible beauty essentials Aug 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that consumers are turning to supplements to support skin and hair health. Twenty-nine percent of consumers have tried to improve their skin health, and 44% of those have done so with supplements. Supplements targeted at skin and hair health recorded a 2% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026.

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Advanced immune supportAug 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that consumers globally sought to improve their immune health over the past year. Reflecting this demand, global supplement launches with immune health claims grew by +5% YoY, comparing April 2025 and March 2026 with April 2024 and March 2025. 

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