Brain Health

Contract manufacturers share trends they see based on what’s made in their facilities.

Even so, more consumers need to be convinced of ashwagandha’s efficacy, safety, and benefits.

Here’s why magnesium is more than just a passing trend.

The soaring rise of the ketogenic diet has helped increase the use of MCT products because MCTs are seen as an efficient source of energy in the absence of carbohydrates.

The South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety has recognized the effects of Memophenol, a patented formulation of grape and blueberry polyphenols, on cognitive performance, specifically memory, with an authorized health claim. 

Robertet Health and Beauty ingredient Extramel has received a health claim from the Consumer Affairs Agency of Japan as part of a food supplement from Zeria Healthway called Yasuragi Life – Peaceful Life.

As the sleep market grows more sophisticated, a number of trends are happening.

How the U.S.-China trade war continues to change the playing field for players international and domestic.

A study recently published in Antioxidants, found that supplementation with a polyphenols-rich extract from grape and blueberry supports cognitive performance. 

A brief look at some fast-growing markets for dietary supplements

Made of citrus flavonoids derived from lemons, Eriomin addresses oxidative stress, inflammation, and blood glucose levels, all of which have an impact on gamers.

In Australia and New Zealand, products with soy phosphatidylserine can now make the claim that the product supports the "Maintenance and/or improvement of cognitive function and brain heatlh."

2019’s most unexpected supplement ingredient sales trends, according to SPINS

Why we need to target the causes of aging

Numerous developments are driving this mainstay supplement category.

A clinical trial recently published in Nutrients studied the effects of L-theanine on stress related symptoms and cognitive function in a healthy adult population. 

Two recent human clinical studies have studied the cognitive health effects of the patented astaxanthin supplement called AstaZine, from Algae Health Sciences, a division of BGG. 

A recently published study found that a standardized saffron extract, Affron from Pharmactive Biotech Products, may be a beneficial adjunct to antidepressants. 

ChromaDex is pushing the boundaries of the cellular health and “antiaging” category with its groundbreaking ingredient, Niagen, and robust research.

OmegaQuant is giving consumers a way to measure omega-3 content-and a reason to take supplements.

Living up to its reputation as “The Golden Spice,” turmeric shines in new studies on liver function, memory, cholesterol, and sperm quality.

Market researcher IRI provided its insight on which retail channels for dietary supplements are growing, or shrinking, at CRN’s The Conference.

With more U.S. adults taking dietary supplements than ever before, continued consumer confidence in the safety, quality, and efficacy of supplements will remain of utmost importance to those with stakes in the industry.

At October’s SupplySide West trade show, probiotic supplier DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences highlighted some of its key focus markets, including stress and brain health, women’s health, and oral health.

At October’s SupplySide West trade show, two ashwagandha suppliers talked what’s driving the ingredient’s growth.

The industry is setting its sights on the gaming industry, seeing it as a major opportunity to promote ingredients that support energy, cognitive function, physical performance, and visual health. 

The latest research confirms that ashwagandha supports the health of numerous systems of the body.

Evolva announced the interim results of a two-year clinical trial that evaluated the effects of resveratrol in post-menopausal women.

At October’s SupplySide West trade show, NAI made a big splash with a new version of CarnoSyn called SR CarnoSyn. SR CarnoSyn is a patented, slow-release version of CarnoSyn that NAI says focuses on the healthy aging market and not on athletes.

Natures Crops International has entered into a global supply agreement with Braini LLC for its branded Ahiflower oil (NeurXcel) which will be incorporated into the Braini memory and cognitive health platform slated for launch in December of 2019.