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Cargill’s EpiCor postbiotic reduces inflammatory immune markers within hours, trial finds

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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Beauty-boosting nutrition shifts from anti-aging focus to longevity and overall wellness
The nutricosmetics industry is transitioning beyond traditional skin care and anti-aging claims as consumers increasingly connect appearance with longevity and overall health. Industry experts highlight opportunities in multifunctional, clinically backed solutions targeting the gut-skin axis, metabolic beauty, and mental well-being. Nutrition Insight discusses emerging opportunities and scientific support in beauty nutrition with Bioiberica, Kerry, AB-Biotics, and Sirio. Monica Gomez Navarro, marketing manager of Branded Ingredients at Bioiberica, says the largest opportunity for beauty-boosting nutrition lies in broadening the conversation beyond beauty alone, and recognizing that “healthy skin is closely connected to overall health and longevity.” 
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PeakBridge eyes science-led nutricosmetics as GLP-1 and women’s health converge
Skin health is a focal point for a third of consumers globally, with ingestible beauty solutions gaining popularity. The global venture capital firm PeakBridge expects the market to continue expanding, driven by a growing awareness of the impact of beauty-from-within, new ingredients, and an increasing women’s health market. Nutrition Insight explores market opportunities with Dr. Gali Artzi, partner and CTO at PeakBridge, a US$260 million fund investing across food, nutrition, and health. Although the fund does not have a purely nutricosmetic holding, Artzi says it is actively looking for investment prospects in this category as the “market is growing significantly.” 
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From yeast cell walls to immunity: The beta-glucan journey
Yeast beta‑glucans unlock a new approach to immune health, training innate defenses for greater efficiency. Pioneering research for more than 45 years, this document presents the key milestones for M-Gard®.  With a unique structure and strong scientific backing, M‑Gard® delivers daily immune resilience and helps consumers stay prepared for everyday challenges.

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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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Bioiberica: Formulating with multifunctional healthy aging ingredients

Mónica Gómez Navarro, marketing manager of Branded Ingredients at Bioiberica, shares how functional ingredients support long-term wellness. She details how Bioiberica’s Mobilee targets joint mobility and muscle health for active seniors, Dermial and Collavant n2’s support for skin health over time, and how DAOgest connects gut health to broader healthy aging goals, offering brands a range of multibenefit solutions.

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US proposes self-GRAS FDA oversight and definition of ultra-processed foods
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The US government has proposed to modernize federal oversight of food ingredients under generally recognized as safe (GRAS) rules while submitting a final review for its first proposed definition of ultra-processed foods (UPFs). However, the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) cautions against celebrating these actions too soon, as the proposals are not finalized. 
OmniActive’s root-only ashwagandha secures USP verification
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OmniActive Health Technologies’ Zenroot has been approved by the US Pharmacopeia (USP) and is part of its Ingredient Verification Program for Dietary Ingredients, making it the first root-only ashwagandha to achieve this. 
Lallemand Bio-Ingredients gains second Health Canada approval for Gastro-AD
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Lallemand Bio-Ingredients has received an additional health claim from Health Canada for its Gastro-AD postbiotic. Without containing any medical ingredients, the product is designed to help relieve symptoms associated with functional dyspepsia, a chronic type of indigestion that has no known cause. 
One-month clinical trial links vegan diet to slower biological aging
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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. 
AB-Biotics & Kaneka’s probiotic blend modulates estrogen across menopause stages
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New clinical evidence supports claims behind AB-Biotics and Kaneka Probiotics’ probiotic blend, finding that it modulates estrogen levels and improves symptoms in peri- and postmenopausal women. The ingredient is commercialized in the US as KABP Menopause and in Europe as Gyntima Menopause.
Novonesis tackles wheat volatility and pasta quality challenges
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Novonesis has developed Optiva Triticum G, a biosolution designed to help pasta manufacturers diversify wheat sourcing while maintaining the product quality consumers expect. Pasta remains an important global staple due to its affordability, long shelf life, and versatility. At the same time, volatility in durum wheat supply and pricing is encouraging manufacturers to explore more flexible sourcing strategies. Ishan Gupta, head of the Business Unit Baking at Novonesis Food & Beverage, tells Food Ingredients First: “The solution helps improve the texture and firmness of soft wheat pasta, allowing manufacturers to unlock greater flexibility in flour sourcing while continuing to deliver the quality consumers value.” 
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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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Superbrewed Food’s postbiotic cultured protein matches whey...
New clinical findings from a randomized, single-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study finds that Superbrewed Food’s Postbiotic Cultured Protein (SB1) performs comparably to “gold standard” muscle-building whey. Additionally, it proved just as bioavailable as pea protein while offering a stronger baseline amino acid profile. However, all three tested proteins offer limited lysine and methionine amino acids.
July in Review
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July in review: Gray market peptides, teen GLP-1 use &...
Metabolic health, supplement safety, AI-powered innovation, and global nutrition security were key topics shaping the nutrition industry last month. Debates over the health impacts of plastic food packaging and ultra-processed foods (UPFs) continued, as scientific research explored the benefits of creatine for mental health. In our July review, Nutrition Insight explores some of the month’s biggest stories, including warnings that gray market peptides are blurring the boundaries between drugs and supplements. 

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Beauty-boosting nutritionJul2026

Innova Market Insights data reveals that consumers are increasingly prioritizing skin health, with many already using supplements to support it. This growing interest is driving innovation in the beau...

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Smart sugar control Aug 2026

According to data from Innova Market Insights 44% of consumers globally are reducing sugar to eat healthier. Sugar reduction is increasingly moving beyond traditional “low sugar” claims, with brands combining reduced sugar formulations with added functional benefits such as protein, fiber, probiotics, and electrolytes.

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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–March 2026 with April 2024–March 2025. The Lion’s mane mushroom was the fastest-growing ingredient, with a 19% CAGR (Apr 2021–Mar 2026), while gel formats gained momentum in immune health supplement innovation.

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Mónica Gómez Navarro, marketing manager of Branded Ingredients at Bioiberica, shares how functional ingredients support long-term wellness. She details how Bioiberica’s Mobilee targets joint mobility and muscle health for active seniors, Dermial and Collavant n2’s support for skin health over...

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