Sebastian Krawiec is Editor at Nutritional Outlook.
Fucoidan supports skin microbiome, says recent study
April 2nd 2021A recently published study found that, when used topically, fucoidan, a bioactive compound derived from brown seaweed, significantly altered gene expression and inhibited the adhesion of bacteria in an in vitro 3D model of atopic dermatitis.
A recent study shows RiaGev increases NAD+ and glutathione levels, says Bioenergy Life Science
April 1st 2021Bioenergy Life Science recently announced the results of an unpublished study, investigating the safety and efficacy of its product RiaGev, which contains a branded D-ribose (Bioenergy Ribose) and vitamin B3.
Qualitas Health enters strategic partnerships with Grupo Indukern and Gullspång Re:food
March 30th 2021Qualitas Health, doing business as iwi, has partnered with Grupo Indukern (, and Gullspång Re:food VC to accelerate company growth through the development of innovative, algae-centered products, and increase its footprint in the plant-based products market.
GOED releases its 2020 Annual Report
March 26th 2021The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s released its 2020 Annual Report detailing the organization’s accomplishments, financial health, and progress on strategic objectives from the previous year. The report also includes the organization’s five-year strategic plan.
Natures Crops launches Natralipid Oils platform for cosmetic and personal care applications
March 25th 2021Made up of 100% plant-based, expeller-pressed natural oils, Natralipid oils are regeneratively grown, always traceable from soil to oil, and sustainably processed in a risk-mitigated and quality-assured supply chain.
A new brand called Elevant has launched an NMN supplement to support cellular health
March 24th 2021Elevant, a brand of the Swiss biotech company Seneque, recently launched Prime capsules in the U.S. Prime is a clinically tested, high purity form of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), a precursor of NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide).
Study from NSF finds illegal stimulants in sports nutrition and weight management products
March 24th 2021A recent study conducted by NSF International and Harvard Medical School found nine prohibited stimulants in 17 sports and weight loss supplements on top of the illegal Deterenol already on the label.
FDA sends warning letters to companies selling topical pain relief products with CBD
March 22nd 2021FDA explained in its warning letters to the firms that even if CBD in the product was labeled as an inactive ingredient, the product cannot be legally marketed without an approved new drug application.
Polyphenol-rich ingredient improves quality of life for overweight subjects in recent study
March 19th 2021A recent study found that a polyphenol-rich ingredient composed of extracts of grape, grapefruit, green tea, guarana, and black carrot, in association with vitamin B3 (Fiit-ns from Fytexia) supported the quality of life of overweight subjects.
Combination of turmeric extract and turmeric essential oil reduced neurotoxicity in animal study
March 16th 2021A recent animal study found a potential neuroprotective effect from a turmeric extract (BCM-95 from Arjuna Natural Pvt. Ltd.) in combination with turmeric essential oil (Curcugreen from Arjuna). Neurotoxicity was induced by injecting aluminum chloride, which impairs spatial learning and memory.