Sebastian Krawiec

Results of the recently published Omega-3 to Reduce the Incidence of Preterm Birth (ORIP) trial showed that supplementation with omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids did not lower risk of early preterm delivery. This is leading the researchers to believe a more targeted approach may be necessary. 

ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) has released a new laboratory guidance document on saw palmetto extract that evaluates the usefulness of 34 published analytical methods to detect saw palmetto berry and berry extract adulteration. 

A pilot study recently published in Nutrients demonstrated the efficacy of a non-animal chondroitin sulfate called Mythocondro.    

AAK has acquired a majority stake in Manchester, UK-based Soya International to form AAK Soya International Ltd.

A study recently published in Nutrients demonstrated that Pomanox from Euromed may support performance in athletes. 

Chemi Nutra has launched CholineAid Alpha-Glyceryl Phosphoryl Choline (A-GPC), a 100% natural, tasteless, odorless, water soluble, and FDA GRAS choline source. 

According to a report recently published by the American Herbal Products Association dietary supplement recalls are relatively infrequent. 

Vote Hemp has released its 2019 U.S. Hemp Grower License Report, showing that licensed hemp acreage has quadrupled since 2018. 

Bioriginal is launching a new algae-based omega-3 DHA ingredient in Europe called AlgalPure DHA. 

INS Farms has announced that its flagship North American black elderberry ingredient Elder Pure is now Tru-ID certified. 

AIDP Inc. has achieved pre-market approval for novel prebiotic claims after collaborating with the full-service contract research organization Nutrasource Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Services. 

The new line will include a full spectrum hemp extract powder as well as several hemp protein concentrates, all available in conventional and organic.

NuLiv Science has announced that its InnoSlim ingredient is self-affirmed GRAS after the firm engaged AIBMR Life Sciences, Inc. to convene a panel of experts qualified by training and experience to evaluate the safety of food ingredients. 

USDA’s Risk Management Agency announced that industrial hemp growers will be able to obtain insurance coverage under the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection program for crop year 2020, if their hemp is grown for fiber, flower, and seeds. 

Frutarom Health, a division of International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., will release a new range of Organic SoyLife Complex soy isoflavones, which has been granted BE-BIO-01 organic certification by Certisys. 

As part of its global expansion, Sabinsa (East Windsor, NJ) has opened a warehousing, sales, and distribution office in Luboń, Poland.

NOW has acquired SuperNutrition, expanding its supplement product lines to include high potency vitamins. 

Arla Foods Ingredients received a “no objection” GRAS (generally recognized as safe) notice from FDA for the use of alpha-lactalbumin in infant formula. 

HP Ingredients has expanded its selection of standardized botanical extracts that are certified organic by QAI. 

Ponce De Leon Health has launched a product under that brand name Rejuvant called LifeTabs, a dietary supplement with formulations for men and women designed to “resist aging.” 

The GNT Group has developed an improved range of Exberry liquid and powdered red coloring foods that do not contain any sugar ingredients, but offer higher color intensities and contain only two raw materials for clean label formulations. 

The enhanced portfolio builds upon the firm’s original non-GMO stevia platform to tackle specific formulation challenges and save time and costs in product development. 

Using its proprietary technology, Socati Corp. is able to completely customize the cannabinoid profile of its hemp-derived ingredients.

Today’s sweetener suppliers and manufacturers have developed a number of creative solutions for clean-label sugar reduction. Much of this work involves finding the right combination of high-intensity sweeteners, and bulking agents, to replicate the flavors and textures we get with sucrose.

Cargill has invested an additional $75 million in Puris, the largest North American producer of pea protein, enabling the firm to more than double its production of pea protein using an existing 200,000 square-foot facility in Dawson, MN. 

The largest study to date on BioCell Collagen found that the ingredient significantly reduced common signs of aging such as facial wrinkles and crow's feet. 

Wixon is launching a new taste modifier for hemp-derived CBD called Green-Away. 

The equation the researchers devised might make it possible to determine how much omega-3 EPA and DHA is needed to elevate the omega-3 index to the desired level. 

Van Drunen Farms has taken a majority stake in SouthAm Freeze Dry, a partnership that benefits both parties. 

Goya Foods’ dedication to provide clean label products translated into tangible gains in the marketplace, when it partnered with SaltWorks Inc. to replace refined iodized salt with sea salt.